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ML asks Marc whether he was happy or relieved at the end of what Shawn called the "the most joyless miracle finish in college football history." Read all about it here.


Shawn describes how he almost had a "Dewey Beats Truman" moment when he was poised to post his "Broncos Win!" column -- just before the Big Ten officials put another second on the clock, allowing the Wolverines to steal victory from the jaws of defeat. Then Shawn talks about how sports writers have stories ready to publish before games end -- and what happens when there is a surprising ending.

There was a lot of hot MAC-tion in Michigan over the weekend, with the Toledo Rockets coming to East Lansing and the Broncos in Ann Arbor. ML says watching the Broncos stymy the Wolverines made him feel a lot better about the Rockets giving his Spartans a scare.

ML says all the money flowing through the Power Four conferences has him thinking about becoming a big Mid-American Conference (MAC) fan, but says he thinks the dough is messing up even the conferences that fly more under the radar. Listen and learn why.

Marc says the burgeoning Mary Sheffield boyfriend payments scandal is beginning to mushroom after Charlie LeDuff posted new revelations last week. Here is LeDuff's latest

ML says other reporters are digging into the doings in Detroit City Hall and that he expects to post something "significant" soon.

Shawn says he was surprised to see Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed win over Fox News host Jesse Watters. ML says El-Sayed not only won Waters over, he's featuring him in one of his commercials.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

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GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML says anyone who still beefs about "Spartan Bob" after the Wolverines somehow put an extra second on the clock to beat the Broncos are this week's geek. In other words: Marc.

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Mr. Magoo is back promoting Nell and the Flaming Lip's cover of Nick Cave's "Red Right Hand" -- along with a fantastically poignant tale. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
We're delighted to welcome Keith as our newest Soulmate. Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

FEEDBACK
Kim is back, throwing shade on ML and his fellow Spartans. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



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Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

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ML asks Marc whether he was happy or relieved at the end of what Shawn called the "the most joyless miracle finish in college football history." Read all about it here.


Shawn describes how he almost had a "Dewey Beats Truman" moment when he was poised to post his "Broncos Win!" column -- just before the Big Ten officials put another second on the clock, allowing the Wolverines to steal victory from the jaws of defeat. Then Shawn talks about how sports writers have stories ready to publish before games end -- and what happens when there is a surprising ending.

There was a lot of hot MAC-tion in Michigan over the weekend, with the Toledo Rockets coming to East Lansing and the Broncos in Ann Arbor. ML says watching the Broncos stymy the Wolverines made him feel a lot better about the Rockets giving his Spartans a scare.

ML says all the money flowing through the Power Four conferences has him thinking about becoming a big Mid-American Conference (MAC) fan, but says he thinks the dough is messing up even the conferences that fly more under the radar. Listen and learn why.

Marc says the burgeoning Mary Sheffield boyfriend payments scandal is beginning to mushroom after Charlie LeDuff posted new revelations last week. Here is LeDuff's latest

ML says other reporters are digging into the doings in Detroit City Hall and that he expects to post something "significant" soon.

Shawn says he was surprised to see Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed win over Fox News host Jesse Watters. ML says El-Sayed not only won Waters over, he's featuring him in one of his commercials.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML says anyone who still beefs about "Spartan Bob" after the Wolverines somehow put an extra second on the clock to beat the Broncos are this week's geek. In other words: Marc.

ROOM 7609
Mr. Magoo is back promoting Nell and the Flaming Lip's cover of Nick Cave's "Red Right Hand" -- along with a fantastically poignant tale. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
We're delighted to welcome Keith as our newest Soulmate. Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you...]]>3607falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield made headlines last week after Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison copped to asking a local activist to take down social media posts featuring Sheffield and an old boyfriend. ML and Marc discuss the story, which was broken by Charlie LeDuff of the Michigan Enjoyer and No BS Newshour.

Madam Mayor acknowledged that she has made some regrettable dating choices. But Marvin Walker is not the first bad boy Sheffield has socialized with. In 2014, ML reported that she celebrated her birthday and mugged for a photo with Rayford Jackson, who had just gotten out of prison for bribing former city council president Monica Conyers. Last year, members of Sheffield's inner circle acknowledged that she had been in a relationship with a contractor now under investigation for the quality of the dirt he used to fill holes left at demolition sites.

Dan wonders why politicians aren't more careful about who they associate with. ML shares some stories about other Detroit politicians who showed up in photos that raised questions about the company they kept.

ML's latest column explores whether the city's top lawyer is undermining the Detroit Board of Ethics. Read it here.

College football kicks off in Michigan this weekend, but the first games have already been played -- but it seems like the controversy never stops. Dan, Marc and ML discuss whether former college players who went pro will be able to play college football again in Baton Rouge.

ML asks Dan whether Michigan State will win more than three games and whether Marc will be happy with his Wolverines. His answer may surprise you.

You really do need a program to know the players these days in college sports. Dan says Bill Belichick's University of North Carolina Tar Heels won their first game with 70 new players. ML again laments the state of the game, while Marc says it's better than ever.

Dan just got back from Texas, where he visited Tarleton State and noticed something unusual about the president's cup -- the one he drinks from, silly!

Can't get enough Dan Wetzel? Join the club! Catch his EPSN podcast here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
LSU coach Lane Kiffin will do anything to win but, so far, his only trophy is for Geek of the Week.

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Joe says he prefers Faith No More's epic performance of, well, "Epic" on Saturday Night Live, which also brings back fond memories. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Kim questions whether the media and politicos conspired to make Mary Sheffield mayor. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74785995Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:28:26 +0000ML ElrickDetroit's new mayor is raising old concerns about ethics in city politics and ESPN's Dan Wetzel drops in to talk college football. STRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com/ https://enjoyer.com/detroit-mayors-ex-lover-kickbacks/ Madam Mayor...
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Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield made headlines last week after Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison copped to asking a local activist to take down social media posts featuring Sheffield and an old boyfriend. ML and Marc discuss the story, which was broken by Charlie LeDuff of the Michigan Enjoyer and No BS Newshour.

Madam Mayor acknowledged that she has made some regrettable dating choices. But Marvin Walker is not the first bad boy Sheffield has socialized with. In 2014, ML reported that she celebrated her birthday and mugged for a photo with Rayford Jackson, who had just gotten out of prison for bribing former city council president Monica Conyers. Last year, members of Sheffield's inner circle acknowledged that she had been in a relationship with a contractor now under investigation for the quality of the dirt he used to fill holes left at demolition sites.

Dan wonders why politicians aren't more careful about who they associate with. ML shares some stories about other Detroit politicians who showed up in photos that raised questions about the company they kept.

ML's latest column explores whether the city's top lawyer is undermining the Detroit Board of Ethics. Read it here.

College football kicks off in Michigan this weekend, but the first games have already been played -- but it seems like the controversy never stops. Dan, Marc and ML discuss whether former college players who went pro will be able to play college football again in Baton Rouge.

ML asks Dan whether Michigan State will win more than three games and whether Marc will be happy with his Wolverines. His answer may surprise you.

You really do need a program to know the players these days in college sports. Dan says Bill Belichick's University of North Carolina Tar Heels won their first game with 70 new players. ML again laments the state of the game, while Marc says it's better than ever.

Dan just got back from Texas, where he visited Tarleton State and noticed something unusual about the president's cup -- the one he drinks from, silly!

Can't get enough Dan Wetzel? Join the club! Catch his EPSN podcast here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
LSU coach Lane Kiffin will do anything to win but, so far, his only trophy is for Geek of the Week.
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The basement brain trust talks Lions expectations, whether anybody should care about alternate uniforms, the Tigers’ disappearing act, baseball’s money problem, the pitch clock, dynasties, the WNBA and several other subjects that probably weren’t on the rundown.

Then ML finally wanders in with an actual journalism excuse involving Detroit City Hall, the Board of Ethics and a potential conflict-of-interest mess.

Just another perfectly organized episode of ML Elrick’s Soul of Detroit.

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ML Is Missing. The show begins without Elrick, who is trapped on an important work call while Marc slowly progresses from concern to irritation.
Brandon McAfee takes ML’s chair and discovers the intoxicating power of pontificating into someone else’s microphone.

Are the Lions Really Super Bowl Favorites?
Shawn Windsor talks about the strange new reality of Detroit football: expectations. The crew debates the Lions’ new rivalry uniforms, preseason football, injuries, the offensive line and why being a lovable up-and-coming team eventually turns into being a team that’s actually expected to win.

What Happened to the Tigers?
Football is arriving, the Tigers have cooled off, and Detroit sports fans are doing what Detroit sports fans do: looking for the next thing to worry about.
Sean explains what the numbers tell newspapers about Lions, Tigers and Michigan football readership — and why baseball still has a surprisingly strong hold on the audience.

Baseball Might Actually Be Getting Better
The pitch clock shortened games, balls are being put back in play, ratings have shown some life and baseball may have finally remembered that three-and-a-half-hour games aren't mandatory.

The crew also reaches one of sports television’s eternal truths: everybody claims to hate dynasties right up until they start watching them.
UConn, Paige Bueckers & a Trip Completely Off the Rails: A discussion of a UConn women’s basketball documentary becomes a conversation about Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, leadership, the WNBA and — somehow — imagining Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen as a couple.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
ML arrives and explains that his tardiness involved something considerably more important than the nonsense happening in the basement: questions surrounding Detroit’s Board of Ethics, the city Law Department and possible conflicts involving Corporation Counsel Conrad Mallett.

Le Rouge Keeps Rolling: Detroit City FC knocks off the first-place Tampa Bay Rowdies, 1-0, with Carlos Herrera recording another clean sheet.DCFC sits in second place with ten regular-season games remaining and heads to Louisville City FC next.

Soul Night Recap:
The Soul Mates invaded the Cadieux Cafe for feather bowling, drinks, questionable athletic performances and music from Smiths United.The weather cooperated, nobody appears to have been permanently injured, and plans are already being floated to do it again next summer.

ROOM 7609:
Better Live Than in the Studio.  Listener Todd submits a 1982 live recording of Ministry performing “America” at Clutch Cargo’s — from an era when Ministry sounded considerably different and Al Jourgensen was apparently still pretending to be British.

That leads naturally to memories of St. Andrew’s, mosh pits, chipped teeth and the comforting realization that going down to retrieve a lost shoe in an ’80s mosh pit could legitimately make you wonder whether you were about to die.

FEEDBACK:
Did Detroit Media Ignore a Horrific Murder? A listener challenges the show over what he believes was inadequate local coverage of the killing of a 57-year-old woman, allegedly by a 15-year-old boy, after surveillance footage spread widely online. ML pushes back against the idea of a media blackout and explains the realities of shrinking newsroom resources, the difference between TV breaking-news coverage and deeper newspaper reporting, and why readers who want strong local journalism eventually have to help pay for it.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74684567Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:36:07 +0000ML ElrickWhat a mess. ML Elrick is late, Marc is annoyed, Shawn is resigned, and Brandon McAfee gets promoted to substitute Elrick as the Soul of Detroit crew starts the show without its alleged leader. The basement brain trust talks Lions expectations,...
The basement brain trust talks Lions expectations, whether anybody should care about alternate uniforms, the Tigers’ disappearing act, baseball’s money problem, the pitch clock, dynasties, the WNBA and several other subjects that probably weren’t on the rundown.

Then ML finally wanders in with an actual journalism excuse involving Detroit City Hall, the Board of Ethics and a potential conflict-of-interest mess.

Just another perfectly organized episode of ML Elrick’s Soul of Detroit.

STRAIGHT DOPE
ML Is Missing. The show begins without Elrick, who is trapped on an important work call while Marc slowly progresses from concern to irritation.
Brandon McAfee takes ML’s chair and discovers the intoxicating power of pontificating into someone else’s microphone.

Are the Lions Really Super Bowl Favorites?
Shawn Windsor talks about the strange new reality of Detroit football: expectations. The crew debates the Lions’ new rivalry uniforms, preseason football, injuries, the offensive line and why being a lovable up-and-coming team eventually turns into being a team that’s actually expected to win.

What Happened to the Tigers?
Football is arriving, the Tigers have cooled off, and Detroit sports fans are doing what Detroit sports fans do: looking for the next thing to worry about.
Sean explains what the numbers tell newspapers about Lions, Tigers and Michigan football readership — and why baseball still has a surprisingly strong hold on the audience.

Baseball Might Actually Be Getting Better
The pitch clock shortened games, balls are being put back in play, ratings have shown some life and baseball may have finally remembered that three-and-a-half-hour games aren't mandatory.

The crew also reaches one of sports television’s eternal truths: everybody claims to hate dynasties right up until they start watching them.
UConn, Paige Bueckers & a Trip Completely Off the Rails: A discussion of a UConn women’s basketball documentary becomes a conversation about Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, leadership, the WNBA and — somehow — imagining Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen as a couple.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
ML arrives and explains that his tardiness involved something considerably more important than the nonsense happening in the basement: questions surrounding Detroit’s Board of Ethics, the city Law Department and possible conflicts involving Corporation Counsel Conrad Mallett.

Le Rouge Keeps Rolling: Detroit City FC knocks off the first-place Tampa Bay Rowdies, 1-0, with Carlos Herrera recording another clean sheet.DCFC sits in second place with ten regular-season games remaining and heads to Louisville City FC next.

Soul Night Recap:
The Soul Mates invaded the Cadieux Cafe for feather bowling, drinks, questionable athletic performances and music from Smiths United.The weather cooperated, nobody appears to have been permanently injured, and plans are already being floated to do it again next summer.

ROOM 7609:
Better Live Than in the Studio.  Listener Todd submits a 1982 live recording of Ministry performing “America” at Clutch Cargo’s — from an era when Ministry sounded considerably different and Al Jourgensen was apparently still pretending to be British.

That leads naturally to memories of St. Andrew’s, mosh pits, chipped teeth and the comforting realization that going down to retrieve a lost shoe in an ’80s mosh pit could legitimately make you wonder whether you were about to die.

FEEDBACK:
Did Detroit Media Ignore a Horrific Murder? A listener challenges the show over what he believes was inadequate local coverage of the...]]>3766city,conrad,crime,detroit,elrick,free,jordan,lions,mallet,michigan,ml,murder,press,tigers,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comSTRAIGHT DOPE
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It's not too late to join our Patreon supporters group The Soulmates! You'll get to feather bowl with us from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Cadieux Cafe, we'll have some sweet swag for you, and we'll groove to some fantastic live music performed by The Smiths United!

ML recounts how he met the band at the Berkeley Front more than 15 years ago while playing pinball.

How does someone decide to become Morrissey? Chris George of The Smiths United explains how he joined the band -- and why a lack of synths stopped him from becoming Dave Gahan.

The Smiths United have had more stability with Max Prokop on bass, but they've had their own Spinal Tap experience with drummers.

Max goes on assignment for the podcast, tracking down Afroman in Ann Arbor to discuss the defamation lawsuit he won against an Ohio sheriff -- and pound cake man.

Marc shows ML some video of his former colleague Taryn Asher going ham on some colleagues that emerged in the course of her lawsuit against Fox 2. ML offers his analysis, which The Smiths United supplement with their perspective.

Shawn zooms in from Pittsburgh, where the Tigers had to lend him a belt.

ML and Shawn rave about Pittsburgh as a city, a ballpark, and a place where articulating jaws are required to eat the city's trademark sandwich.

Marc asks Shawn if the Tigers REALLY needed to trade Skubal. Listen and learn what our man in the 'Burgh says.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Darline Graham may not win her brother's U.S. Senate seat, but her hypocrisy won this week's Geek trophy.

ROOM 7609
ML books the Smiths to play "Unhappy Birthday" for birthday boy Shawn before The Smiths United analyze the tune. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Kim wants to know how the Free Press handles breaking news and whether the media is going overboard on Kim Mathers. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74263597Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:14:41 +0000ML ElrickSTRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com/ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-smiths-united-tickets-1991957105324 It's not too late to join our Patreon supporters group The Soulmates! You'll get to feather bowl with us from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Cadieux...STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at http://www.detcityfc.com. 

Get tickets for Soul Night 2.0 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-smiths-united-tickets-1991957105324

It's not too late to join our Patreon supporters group The Soulmates! You'll get to feather bowl with us from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Cadieux Cafe, we'll have some sweet swag for you, and we'll groove to some fantastic live music performed by The Smiths United!

ML recounts how he met the band at the Berkeley Front more than 15 years ago while playing pinball.

How does someone decide to become Morrissey? Chris George of The Smiths United explains how he joined the band -- and why a lack of synths stopped him from becoming Dave Gahan.

The Smiths United have had more stability with Max Prokop on bass, but they've had their own Spinal Tap experience with drummers.

Max goes on assignment for the podcast, tracking down Afroman in Ann Arbor to discuss the defamation lawsuit he won against an Ohio sheriff -- and pound cake man.

Marc shows ML some video of his former colleague Taryn Asher going ham on some colleagues that emerged in the course of her lawsuit against Fox 2. ML offers his analysis, which The Smiths United supplement with their perspective.

Shawn zooms in from Pittsburgh, where the Tigers had to lend him a belt.

ML and Shawn rave about Pittsburgh as a city, a ballpark, and a place where articulating jaws are required to eat the city's trademark sandwich.

Marc asks Shawn if the Tigers REALLY needed to trade Skubal. Listen and learn what our man in the 'Burgh says.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Darline Graham may not win her brother's U.S. Senate seat, but her hypocrisy won this week's Geek trophy.

ROOM 7609
ML books the Smiths to play "Unhappy Birthday" for birthday boy Shawn before The Smiths United analyze the tune. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Kim wants to know how the Free Press handles breaking news and whether the media is going overboard on Kim Mathers. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via...]]>5519afroman,asher,detroit,elrick,fox,fox2,michigan,ml,smiths,taryn,tigers,united,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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ML starts the show with a mea culpa addressing what he got wrong about last week's primary, then promotes his analysis of the election results. Find out why he says Abdul El-Sayed could win ... and why John James may be in trouble.

Legendary Detroit journalist and bad boy Tom Henderson joins ML and Marc to discuss his new memoir "A Boomer's Tale." He offers an unflinching look back on his difficult childhood, unconventional path to a career in journalism, drug dealing, brushes with greatness, and passion for running. Find out more about this book, and where to find it, with this link.

Hendo gave one of the more memorable induction speeches in Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame history. Marc plays a clip that gives you a sense of why the director of the Michigan State University School of Journalism tried to get Tom to stop talking. Twice.

Hendo spent a lot of his early career covering sports. But the pro tip he got during spring training from Tigers manager Sparky Anderson had nothing to do with baseball.

Like a lot of us, Hendo decided to kick cocaine by running a marathon. He explains how one addiction replaced another.

One of Hendo's biggest scoops was exposing the shady past of the owner of the Detroit Express. Nearly two decades later, that story helped him get a gig writing true crime novels.

Marc and ML grill Hendo on why he believes Michael Fletcher did not murder his wife while having an affair with not one, but two Warren judges.

ML shares his favorite part of Hendo's true crime novel about two hunters who were killed Up North and fed to pigs.

Shawn shows up after attending Detroit Lions practice and gives Marc and ML an update on his travels to Big Ten football media day, the Detroit Tigers west-coast swing and whether he'll show up for Soul Night 2.0 at the Cadieux Cafe on Friday, Aug. 21, featuring The Smiths United. Get tickets here.

Marc and Shawn razz ML for wearing his sunglasses inside -- even though they are bifocals! ML says he's also doing an homage to the local guy who does an homage to Tom Cruise, who he ran into at Meadowbrook last Saturday. Then ML reveals some secrets about Detroit's leading Risky Business impersonator.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Chicago funeral home owners who tucked dead bodies in a shed -- instead of putting them to rest -- are this week's geek.

ROOM 7609
Olivia is too young to be a fan of the Eagles in their heyday, but she still loves listening to them play "Those Shoes." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Jamie makes a generous one-time donation and Gary is our newest Soulmate! Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Jamie and Susan have some questions for ML about the primary election and Robert shares a theory about an incident in Indian Village that ML doesn't know much about -- other than the curious t-shirts the suspects were wearing that may reveal their preference in the governor's race. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73826793Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:44:06 +0000ML ElrickMeet the wild man of Detroit journalism -- Tom Henderson -- who tells tales of reporting, drug dealing, screwing and running that somehow helped him get into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame. STRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com...
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at http://www.detcityfc.com

Get tickets for Soul Night 2.0 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-smiths-united-tickets-1991957105324

ML starts the show with a mea culpa addressing what he got wrong about last week's primary, then promotes his analysis of the election results. Find out why he says Abdul El-Sayed could win ... and why John James may be in trouble.

Legendary Detroit journalist and bad boy Tom Henderson joins ML and Marc to discuss his new memoir "A Boomer's Tale." He offers an unflinching look back on his difficult childhood, unconventional path to a career in journalism, drug dealing, brushes with greatness, and passion for running. Find out more about this book, and where to find it, with this link.

Hendo gave one of the more memorable induction speeches in Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame history. Marc plays a clip that gives you a sense of why the director of the Michigan State University School of Journalism tried to get Tom to stop talking. Twice.

Hendo spent a lot of his early career covering sports. But the pro tip he got during spring training from Tigers manager Sparky Anderson had nothing to do with baseball.

Like a lot of us, Hendo decided to kick cocaine by running a marathon. He explains how one addiction replaced another.

One of Hendo's biggest scoops was exposing the shady past of the owner of the Detroit Express. Nearly two decades later, that story helped him get a gig writing true crime novels.

Marc and ML grill Hendo on why he believes Michael Fletcher did not murder his wife while having an affair with not one, but two Warren judges.

ML shares his favorite part of Hendo's true crime novel about two hunters who were killed Up North and fed to pigs.

Shawn shows up after attending Detroit Lions practice and gives Marc and ML an update on his travels to Big Ten football media day, the Detroit Tigers west-coast swing and whether he'll show up for Soul Night 2.0 at the Cadieux Cafe on Friday, Aug. 21, featuring The Smiths United. Get tickets here.

Marc and Shawn razz ML for wearing his sunglasses inside -- even though they are bifocals! ML says he's also doing an homage to the local guy who does an homage to Tom Cruise, who he ran into at Meadowbrook last Saturday. Then ML reveals some secrets about Detroit's leading Risky Business impersonator.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate....]]>5538cocaine,detroit,drugs,election,elrick,free,freep,henderson,lions,michigan,ml,press,red,tom,windsor,wingsfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com Erika Erickson is BACK -- livening up the show with talk about funky funerals. You'll die laughing!

STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at http://www.detcityfc.com. 

ML tests his Italian on Erika and Marc ... with predictable results. Then receives NO SYMPATHY for being stuck on a plane for eight hours next to a big fellah with Jimmy legs.

It's Election Day, but ML isn't going to vote. He explains why before he and Erika share their experiences at victory parties -- including some that were more like wakes.

What's it like to be the candidate at a victory party that you know isn't going to end with a victory celebration? ML knows, and shares his experience.

Listen and learn which Detroit mayoral candidate used a comedian to keep his supporters entertained until the results came in.

Candidates should NEVER wear headgear. That's our conclusion after Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed put on a cowboy hat. But that video was not the cringey-ist of the campaign. Listen and learn who won the, er, prize.

Erika would LOVE to have a story about a kitty. Or just about anything other than the blood-and-guts stories she's been covering. One of her latest involved a man who died in a motorcycle accident whose family found his body parts still lying in the street.

Marc says he doesn't care what happens to his remains after he dies, which leads to a discussion of some funky funerals -- including people who hire Goth girls to hang out at the funeral home.

Erika gives an update on the Birmingham pool party gone wild -- and teases a potential guest for a future episode.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML hesitates to name anti-vaxxer RJK Jr. as this week's geek for finally recommending the measles vaccine, but eventually gets around to it after a robust discussion of polling and people who don't vote.

ROOM 7609
Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon checks into the New Wave suite (after checking out) to perform "Palisades Park" because ML wants to tell the story of the guy who wrote the song. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
No new Soulmates! Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73442916Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:32:19 +0000ML Elrick Erika Erickson is BACK -- livening up the show with talk about funky funerals. You'll die laughing! STRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com./ ML tests his Italian on Erika and Marc ... with predictable results. Then receives NO SYMPATHY for being... Erika Erickson is BACK -- livening up the show with talk about funky funerals. You'll die laughing!

STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at http://www.detcityfc.com. 

ML tests his Italian on Erika and Marc ... with predictable results. Then receives NO SYMPATHY for being stuck on a plane for eight hours next to a big fellah with Jimmy legs.

It's Election Day, but ML isn't going to vote. He explains why before he and Erika share their experiences at victory parties -- including some that were more like wakes.

What's it like to be the candidate at a victory party that you know isn't going to end with a victory celebration? ML knows, and shares his experience.

Listen and learn which Detroit mayoral candidate used a comedian to keep his supporters entertained until the results came in.

Candidates should NEVER wear headgear. That's our conclusion after Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed put on a cowboy hat. But that video was not the cringey-ist of the campaign. Listen and learn who won the, er, prize.

Erika would LOVE to have a story about a kitty. Or just about anything other than the blood-and-guts stories she's been covering. One of her latest involved a man who died in a motorcycle accident whose family found his body parts still lying in the street.

Marc says he doesn't care what happens to his remains after he dies, which leads to a discussion of some funky funerals -- including people who hire Goth girls to hang out at the funeral home.

Erika gives an update on the Birmingham pool party gone wild -- and teases a potential guest for a future episode.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML hesitates to name anti-vaxxer RJK Jr. as this week's geek for finally recommending the measles vaccine, but eventually gets around to it after a robust discussion of polling and people who don't vote.

ROOM 7609
Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon checks into the New Wave suite (after checking out) to perform "Palisades Park" because ML wants to tell the story of the guy who wrote the song. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
No new Soulmates! Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at 4006birmingham,burial,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,free,funeral,italy,michigan,ml,party,pool,press,wdiv,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comML Elrick's stil off enjoying the breathtaking views of Lake Como, Italy, and Shawn Windsor out in Chicagoland covering Big Ten Media Days, the mic is passed for a high-energy deep dive into Detroit Tigers fandom.Joining the show today is Detroit’s ultimate positive energy generator: Teebs! aka @skubalknows.

STRAIGHT DOPE: Who is Teebs? The Backstory of a Superfan

• From the Classroom to Comerica: Surprising to some, Teebs is a middle school gym teacher (formerly math). He brings the exact same high-octane, ultra-positive energy to his students that he brings to the front row behind the dugout.
• How It All Started: Born out of the quiet, social-distancing crowds of 2021, Teebs started sitting right behind the dugout. While others were booing late-career struggles, Teebs was clapping—catching the eye of Kirk Gibson, local media, and the players themselves.
• The Strategy: Outfitted in roughly 50 to 100 jerseys (layered up like the Michelin Man to peel them off according to the batting lineup) and packed with hand-made signs, Teebs explains how 90% of baseball is mental—and why generating good vibes for players is his primary mission.

2. The Tarik Skubal Trade Talk & Union Reality

• Parasocial or Pure Loyalty? Teebs clears up his connection to Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. From receiving game-used wristbands during Skubal’s injury rehab to exchanging dugout smiles, Teebs believes Skubal genuinely cares about Detroit and his teammates.
• The Trade Deadline Crunch: With the August deadline looming, Teebs gives a inside look from his dugout seat, placing the odds of Skubal re-signing in Detroit at 50/50. He discusses Skubal’s role as a union representative, the Tigers' offensive lineup needs, and sitting with the Illitch family during home games.
• Playoff Mentality: Why keeping Skubal gives Detroit its best shot at a deep October run right now.

GEEK OF THE WEEK

• Leody Taveras (Baltimore Orioles): While groundskeepers tried to trap the Comerica Park squirrel properly, Taveras decided to take matters into his own hands—scooping up the squirrel with his glove and tossing it into the air. For throwing a wild animal on live TV instead of grabbing a bigger towel, Taveras takes home this week’s title.

ROOM 7609Continuing ML’s theme of songs that sound better live than in the studio:

• Jack White – "Fell in Love with a Girl" (Live at Pine Knob, July 25): Fresh off running into Teebs at Pine Knob over the weekend, the show highlights Detroit’s modern-day rock icon. While BranDon admits to a little "Seven Nation Army" fatigue, Jack White’s live rendition of this White Stripes breakthrough hit proves why his concerts feel like a holy experience.

SPONSORS & PROMOTIONS

• Luke Nowacki at Pinnacle Wealth Strategies (Omaic Wealth): Planning for the future, building your wealth, or funding a 529 plan for the next 17 years? Get yourself a crumb of the pie. Contact Luke Nowacki at 248-663-4748.
• Detroit City FC (DCFC): Head out to Keyworth Stadium for the next match or catch them on the road. Visit DetCityFC.com/tickets and use promo code SOUL for special deals on tickets.
• Cadieux Cafe: Feather bowling, steamed mussels, Belgian beers, and live music. Check out their full lineup at CadieuxCafe.com.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73219124Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:13:47 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick's stil off enjoying the breathtaking views of Lake Como, Italy, and Shawn Windsor out in Chicagoland covering Big Ten Media Days, the mic is passed for a high-energy deep dive into Detroit Tigers fandom.Joining the show today is Detroit’s...ML Elrick's stil off enjoying the breathtaking views of Lake Como, Italy, and Shawn Windsor out in Chicagoland covering Big Ten Media Days, the mic is passed for a high-energy deep dive into Detroit Tigers fandom.Joining the show today is Detroit’s ultimate positive energy generator: Teebs! aka @skubalknows.

STRAIGHT DOPE: Who is Teebs? The Backstory of a Superfan

• From the Classroom to Comerica: Surprising to some, Teebs is a middle school gym teacher (formerly math). He brings the exact same high-octane, ultra-positive energy to his students that he brings to the front row behind the dugout.
• How It All Started: Born out of the quiet, social-distancing crowds of 2021, Teebs started sitting right behind the dugout. While others were booing late-career struggles, Teebs was clapping—catching the eye of Kirk Gibson, local media, and the players themselves.
• The Strategy: Outfitted in roughly 50 to 100 jerseys (layered up like the Michelin Man to peel them off according to the batting lineup) and packed with hand-made signs, Teebs explains how 90% of baseball is mental—and why generating good vibes for players is his primary mission.

2. The Tarik Skubal Trade Talk & Union Reality

• Parasocial or Pure Loyalty? Teebs clears up his connection to Tigers ace Tarik Skubal. From receiving game-used wristbands during Skubal’s injury rehab to exchanging dugout smiles, Teebs believes Skubal genuinely cares about Detroit and his teammates.
• The Trade Deadline Crunch: With the August deadline looming, Teebs gives a inside look from his dugout seat, placing the odds of Skubal re-signing in Detroit at 50/50. He discusses Skubal’s role as a union representative, the Tigers' offensive lineup needs, and sitting with the Illitch family during home games.
• Playoff Mentality: Why keeping Skubal gives Detroit its best shot at a deep October run right now.

GEEK OF THE WEEK

• Leody Taveras (Baltimore Orioles): While groundskeepers tried to trap the Comerica Park squirrel properly, Taveras decided to take matters into his own hands—scooping up the squirrel with his glove and tossing it into the air. For throwing a wild animal on live TV instead of grabbing a bigger towel, Taveras takes home this week’s title.

ROOM 7609Continuing ML’s theme of songs that sound better live than in the studio:

• Jack White – "Fell in Love with a Girl" (Live at Pine Knob, July 25): Fresh off running into Teebs at Pine Knob over the weekend, the show highlights Detroit’s modern-day rock icon. While BranDon admits to a little "Seven Nation Army" fatigue, Jack White’s live rendition of this White Stripes breakthrough hit proves why his concerts feel like a holy experience.

SPONSORS & PROMOTIONS

• Luke Nowacki at Pinnacle Wealth Strategies (Omaic Wealth): Planning for the future, building your wealth, or funding a 529 plan for the next 17 years? Get yourself a crumb of the pie. Contact Luke Nowacki at 248-663-4748.
• Detroit City FC (DCFC): Head out to Keyworth Stadium for the next match or catch them on the road. Visit DetCityFC.com/tickets and use promo code SOUL for special deals on tickets.
• Cadieux Cafe: Feather bowling, steamed mussels, Belgian beers, and live music. Check out their full lineup at CadieuxCafe.com.

Become a supporter of this podcast: 2671baseball,detroit,elrick,fans,jack,michigan,ml,playoffs,skubal,tarik,teebs,tigers,trade,whitefalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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With ML Elrick vacationing in Italy, Shawn is back & joins Marc for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with the University of Michigan's refusal to release its $12 million Jenner & Block culture report and expands into a larger discussion about transparency, leadership, and why institutions often create bigger problems by trying to hide smaller ones.

Check out Shawn's column here.

Marc and Shawn debate whether U-M Athletic Director Warde Manuel allowed the athletic department to become too insulated, discuss the lingering fallout from the Connor Stalions and Matt Weiss scandals, and examine why delaying the report only fuels speculation.

The conversation shifts to the FIFA World Cup, where both hosts celebrate the tournament's energy while questioning the politics, halftime spectacle, and America's unique role as host.

They also touch on Detroit City FC's hot streak, upcoming travel, television recommendations, classic films returning to theaters, and wrap things up with a Geek of the Week that targets one very wealthy sitcom star complaining about his dream job.

Sponsors

• Luke Nowacki – Pinnacle Wealth Strategies
• Cadieux Café
• Detroit City FC

Coming Next Week

Shawn heads out on the road for:

• Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago
• Tigers road trip through Sacramento, Seattle, and San Francisco

Meanwhile, ML Elrick remains on assignment in Italy, leaving Marc to hold down the fort until the full Soul of Detroit crew reunites.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73090171Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:35:22 +0000ML ElrickUniversity of Michigan’s secrecy, the World Cup’s American moment, and why complaining after making $160 million earns you Geek of the Week. STRAIGHT DOPE: With ML Elrick vacationing in Italy, Shawn is back & joins Marc for a wide-ranging...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
With ML Elrick vacationing in Italy, Shawn is back & joins Marc for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with the University of Michigan's refusal to release its $12 million Jenner & Block culture report and expands into a larger discussion about transparency, leadership, and why institutions often create bigger problems by trying to hide smaller ones.

Check out Shawn's column here.

Marc and Shawn debate whether U-M Athletic Director Warde Manuel allowed the athletic department to become too insulated, discuss the lingering fallout from the Connor Stalions and Matt Weiss scandals, and examine why delaying the report only fuels speculation.

The conversation shifts to the FIFA World Cup, where both hosts celebrate the tournament's energy while questioning the politics, halftime spectacle, and America's unique role as host.

They also touch on Detroit City FC's hot streak, upcoming travel, television recommendations, classic films returning to theaters, and wrap things up with a Geek of the Week that targets one very wealthy sitcom star complaining about his dream job.

Sponsors

• Luke Nowacki – Pinnacle Wealth Strategies
• Cadieux Café
• Detroit City FC

Coming Next Week

Shawn heads out on the road for:

• Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago
• Tigers road trip through Sacramento, Seattle, and San Francisco

Meanwhile, ML Elrick remains on assignment in Italy, leaving Marc to hold down the fort until the full Soul of Detroit crew reunites.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3270cup,detroit,elrick,football,free,jim,jones,manuel,michigan,ml,money,parsons,press,shawn,tom,university,warde,windsor,worldfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at http://www.detcityfc.com. 

David Harns of Spartans Illustrated drops in to help sort out the mess in East Lansing -- including why Spartan athletics insiders described outgoing Athletic Director J Batt as a "total dick." Read all about it here.

Batt took another job as AD at Kentucky -- but is still on the job at MSU. How is that possible? David does his best to unravel that ball of yard for ML and Marc.

Legendary MSU AD Mark Hollis -- who retired in the wake of the Larry Nassar scandal -- is interested in returning to East Lansing. David discusses why, and how that might work.

Life at the top at MSU is a lot like a soap opera -- call it "As East Lansing Turns." First, MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz quits. Then AD J Batt takes another job. Then Guskiewicz plans to name an interim AD. Then Guskiewicz decides not to leave after all. Then Batt doesn't change his mind. Then Guskiewicz names an interim AD. Then Batt stays on the job. Make sense?

ML asks David to explain Spartan Ventures, For Sparta and all the other ways money is flooding into college athletics while fans like him wonder who is REALLY running the show.

Was Dusty May's decision to leave U-M the best thing to happen to Tom Izzo? David weighs in.

Will Pat Fitzgerald and Spartan football win more than 3 games? David -- and Marc -- weigh in.

Brian Robillard returns to hype Lawlapalooza, the annual music fest for a good cause at The Magic Bag on Friday, July 31 at 7 p.m. Find out more here: https://www.lawlapalooza.org/     

ML watched a lot of debates last week -- so you wouldn't have to! Get his take on what he calls "Shark Week for Nerds" here.

Shawn makes a surprise visit to the studio to talk about all of his surgeries -- and ruin ML's appetite. Ol' Shawner is also back on the job! Catch his latest column here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK

A pitcher who wants to be an all-star who is instead skipping the all star game because of "disrespect" is this week's geek.

ROOM 7609
Listener Kim meets Listener Paul's challenge to name a live version of a song that is better than the studio version -- and adds her own twist by booking The Killers and Johnny Marr into the New Wave suite to perform "This Charming Man." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Debbie is our newest Soulmate! Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? That's what Debbie did. Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72971523Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:48:37 +0000ML ElrickChaos and college sports go together like Shawn and surgery stories, so we invite David Harns of Spartans Illustrated to help us keep up with the latest twists at MSU, while Marc tells ML there's "nothing to see" at U-M. STRAIGHT DOPE...
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at http://www.detcityfc.com. 

David Harns of Spartans Illustrated drops in to help sort out the mess in East Lansing -- including why Spartan athletics insiders described outgoing Athletic Director J Batt as a "total dick." Read all about it here.

Batt took another job as AD at Kentucky -- but is still on the job at MSU. How is that possible? David does his best to unravel that ball of yard for ML and Marc.

Legendary MSU AD Mark Hollis -- who retired in the wake of the Larry Nassar scandal -- is interested in returning to East Lansing. David discusses why, and how that might work.

Life at the top at MSU is a lot like a soap opera -- call it "As East Lansing Turns." First, MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz quits. Then AD J Batt takes another job. Then Guskiewicz plans to name an interim AD. Then Guskiewicz decides not to leave after all. Then Batt doesn't change his mind. Then Guskiewicz names an interim AD. Then Batt stays on the job. Make sense?

ML asks David to explain Spartan Ventures, For Sparta and all the other ways money is flooding into college athletics while fans like him wonder who is REALLY running the show.

Was Dusty May's decision to leave U-M the best thing to happen to Tom Izzo? David weighs in.

Will Pat Fitzgerald and Spartan football win more than 3 games? David -- and Marc -- weigh in.

Brian Robillard returns to hype Lawlapalooza, the annual music fest for a good cause at The Magic Bag on Friday, July 31 at 7 p.m. Find out more here: https://www.lawlapalooza.org/     

ML watched a lot of debates last week -- so you wouldn't have to! Get his take on what he calls "Shark Week for Nerds" here.

Shawn makes a surprise visit to the studio to talk about all of his surgeries -- and ruin ML's appetite. Ol' Shawner is also back on the job! Catch his latest column here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

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GEEK OF THE WEEK

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ML is glad to be back in the studio, even after quaffing some Hoegaarden last night at one of the only bars in America where some of the patrons were cheering for Belgium in the World Cup. ML's Free Press colleague Neal Rubin "captured the spirit of the thing" in his latest column. Read it here.

Bryan Gruley is a legendary Detroit News reporter who now writes mystery novels based in Northern Michigan. His new book, "River Deep," comes out today and he zooms in to tell us how the deaths of the DeLisle children influenced what is the second novel of his "Bitterfrost" series. 

Larry DeLisle was convicted of murdering his children when he drove the family station wagon in the Detroit River. But did he really do it? Bryan weighs in on a nearly 40-year long debate that still rages even among people who covered the case.

ML says one of his favorite things about Bryan's books is trying to identify the real life events that serve as pivotal plot points. The DeLisle case is one of them in "River Deep." The Todd Bertuzzi incident was one in "Bitterfrost." ML describes how he would incorporate the Manoogian Mansion party rumor into a mystery ... if he ever gets around to writing one.

Everyone seems to think they have a book in them -- and not just in the back pocket of their jeans. Bryan talks about what it takes to write a book. Aspiring authors take heed!

Bryan is coming to town to talk about his books and meet fans. Check out his website http://www.bryangruley.com to find out where to meet him, as well as learn more about his work and buy some of the second-greatest swag available!

Eli Wulfmeier of Leroy From the North zooms in to talk about his upcoming gig at the Cadieux Cafe. The band will be there Thursday, July 9, rocking out in the bier garten. Learn more about the band and get tickets at http://www.leroyfromthenorth.com. More information at http://www.cadieuxcafe.com 

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

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GEEK OF THE WEEK
Fireworks after a game are a great idea -- as long as you don't fire them into the crowd. That's why Angel City FC is this week's geek.

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Listener Bob takes on Listener Paul's challenge to name a live version of a song that is better than the studio version, pleasing Marc by booking Radiohead into the New Wave suite to perform Joy Division's "Ceremony." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Albuquerque Joe is our newest Soulmate! Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? That's what Cousin Jim and new Soulmate Ryan did. Try it -- you just may like it!

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
ML and Marc tackle Bob's question about whether big or little colleges are better. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

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Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

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Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

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Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Facebook at “M.L. Elrick” and InstaGram at ml_elrick and, if the @elrick account ever gets unhacked, on X.

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ML is glad to be back in the studio, even after quaffing some Hoegaarden last night at one of the only bars in America where some of the patrons were cheering for Belgium in the World Cup. ML's Free Press colleague Neal Rubin "captured the spirit of the thing" in his latest column. Read it here.

Bryan Gruley is a legendary Detroit News reporter who now writes mystery novels based in Northern Michigan. His new book, "River Deep," comes out today and he zooms in to tell us how the deaths of the DeLisle children influenced what is the second novel of his "Bitterfrost" series. 

Larry DeLisle was convicted of murdering his children when he drove the family station wagon in the Detroit River. But did he really do it? Bryan weighs in on a nearly 40-year long debate that still rages even among people who covered the case.

ML says one of his favorite things about Bryan's books is trying to identify the real life events that serve as pivotal plot points. The DeLisle case is one of them in "River Deep." The Todd Bertuzzi incident was one in "Bitterfrost." ML describes how he would incorporate the Manoogian Mansion party rumor into a mystery ... if he ever gets around to writing one.

Everyone seems to think they have a book in them -- and not just in the back pocket of their jeans. Bryan talks about what it takes to write a book. Aspiring authors take heed!

Bryan is coming to town to talk about his books and meet fans. Check out his website http://www.bryangruley.com to find out where to meet him, as well as learn more about his work and buy some of the second-greatest swag available!

Eli Wulfmeier of Leroy From the North zooms in to talk about his upcoming gig at the Cadieux Cafe. The band will be there Thursday, July 9, rocking out in the bier garten. Learn more about the band and get tickets at http://www.leroyfromthenorth.com. More information at http://www.cadieuxcafe.com 

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: 3546books,bryan,deep,detroit,elrick,fiction,free,freep,gurley,leroy,michigan,ml,murder,press,river,soccerfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com1987 Bungalow Motel shootout in Inkster.
Michigan Journalism Hall of Famer and former Detroit Free Press colleague Joe Swickard breaks down his firsthand coverage and rare jailhouse interviews with a family operating on a completely distorted wavelength.

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The Bungalow Motel Standoff (1987): What started as two police officers serving a routine warrant for a bad check exploded into a nightmare. Alberta Easter—a manipulative con woman in severe debt—and her three fiercely loyal sons (Roy, William, and George Lemons) ambushed the police. The encounter tragically claimed the lives of three officers: Sergeant Ira Parker, Daniel Dubiel, and Clay Hoover.
The Killer’s Perspective: Joe Swickard recalls sitting in a sweltering, steel-box jail cell with Roy Lemons, who spun a wild tale of "divine intervention," bullets miraculously missing him, and the devil entering the room when the police sergeant arrived.
A Fatal Fantasy: Despite running out of ammo and starting a massive hours-long standoff amidst a raging thunderstorm, Alberta Easter spent her time trying to call celebrities, Motown executives, and even President Bush to negotiate her surrender. The family ultimately received natural life sentences without parole.

The Shaggy Dog Story: On a lighter note, Joe Swickard shows off his "Maxwell Medallion" for being named Dog Writer of the Year, explaining a heartwarming Michigan program where incarcerated women train shelter dogs for adoption.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
The guys riff on the current state of college sports, taking aim at the chaos surrounding NIL and the transfer portal, and calling out the coaches and administrators making millions while complaining about the system.

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The show spins an ultra-rare vinyl track from 20 years before the massacre: "Fascinating Girl" by George Lemons, released on Alberta’s failed "Gold Soul" record label. ML details how Alberta tried to scam her way into taking over a Detroit recording studio, only to flee with the equipment when the deal collapsed.

Community Note:
ML highlights an upcoming candlelight vigil to honor the fallen officers of the Bungalow Motel incident, as well as Officer Kenneth Woodmore. The memorial takes place on Thursday, July 2nd at 8:00 PM at the Inkster Police Department.

Support the Soulmates: This episode is brought to you by our fantastic sponsors: Luke Nowacki at Pinnacle Wealth Strategies, the Cadieux Cafe (check out the summer music lineup in the beer garden!), Detroit City FC (use promo code SOUL for 15% off tickets), and Artisan Interiors.

Head over to mlsouldetroit.com to grab the extended merchandise swag sale before it’s gone!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72760652Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:49:21 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick and the crew dive deep into one of the most tragic, surreal, and downright chaotic chapters in Metro Detroit crime history: the 1987 Bungalow Motel shootout in Inkster. Michigan Journalism Hall of Famer and former Detroit Free Press...1987 Bungalow Motel shootout in Inkster.
Michigan Journalism Hall of Famer and former Detroit Free Press colleague Joe Swickard breaks down his firsthand coverage and rare jailhouse interviews with a family operating on a completely distorted wavelength.

STRAIGHT DOPE:

The Bungalow Motel Standoff (1987): What started as two police officers serving a routine warrant for a bad check exploded into a nightmare. Alberta Easter—a manipulative con woman in severe debt—and her three fiercely loyal sons (Roy, William, and George Lemons) ambushed the police. The encounter tragically claimed the lives of three officers: Sergeant Ira Parker, Daniel Dubiel, and Clay Hoover.
The Killer’s Perspective: Joe Swickard recalls sitting in a sweltering, steel-box jail cell with Roy Lemons, who spun a wild tale of "divine intervention," bullets miraculously missing him, and the devil entering the room when the police sergeant arrived.
A Fatal Fantasy: Despite running out of ammo and starting a massive hours-long standoff amidst a raging thunderstorm, Alberta Easter spent her time trying to call celebrities, Motown executives, and even President Bush to negotiate her surrender. The family ultimately received natural life sentences without parole.

The Shaggy Dog Story: On a lighter note, Joe Swickard shows off his "Maxwell Medallion" for being named Dog Writer of the Year, explaining a heartwarming Michigan program where incarcerated women train shelter dogs for adoption.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
The guys riff on the current state of college sports, taking aim at the chaos surrounding NIL and the transfer portal, and calling out the coaches and administrators making millions while complaining about the system.

ROOM 7609:
The show spins an ultra-rare vinyl track from 20 years before the massacre: "Fascinating Girl" by George Lemons, released on Alberta’s failed "Gold Soul" record label. ML details how Alberta tried to scam her way into taking over a Detroit recording studio, only to flee with the equipment when the deal collapsed.

Community Note:
ML highlights an upcoming candlelight vigil to honor the fallen officers of the Bungalow Motel incident, as well as Officer Kenneth Woodmore. The memorial takes place on Thursday, July 2nd at 8:00 PM at the Inkster Police Department.

Support the Soulmates: This episode is brought to you by our fantastic sponsors: Luke Nowacki at Pinnacle Wealth Strategies, the Cadieux Cafe (check out the summer music lineup in the beer garden!), Detroit City FC (use promo code SOUL for 15% off tickets), and Artisan Interiors.

Head over to mlsouldetroit.com to grab the extended merchandise swag sale before it’s gone!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3543bungalow,detroit,elrick,free,hotel,inkster,joe,michigan,ml,murder,police,press,swickardfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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LIMITED TIME OFFER: Our summer merchandise sale runs through June. 30. Look great while supporting the show! Get your gear here: https://fabricatedcustoms.com/collections/custom-apparel-for-soul-of-detroit-pre-order
Watch a Detroit bus driver and her supervisor hook up after she pulls her coach over during their shift, an incident that revealed deeper problems with the Detroit Department of Transportation. See it here.

Read all about the problems in ML's latest On Guard column.

The Kwame Kilpatrick scandal prompted Detroit voters to create an Inspector General to help clean up city government. Kamau Marable is Detroit's third inspector general and he joins ML and Marc to talk about the OIG's investigation into the Detroit Department of Transportation.

Kamau explains why workers fooling around on a bus is just a symptom of bigger problems at DDOT. He also discusses the importance of having a watchdog people can turn to with their complaints.

Kamau and ML explain why it takes so long to do an investigation, addressing one of the top criticisms of their reports on problems at DDOT.

Marc asks Kamau if he has all the resources he needs to do his job. Kamau's response should concern everyone who cares about good government.

ML's column on DDOT problems got an answer that Kamau and his team have been waiting on for months -- and they're not happy about it.

To learn more about the Inspector General -- or to share a tip -- visit https://www.detoig.org/

John Rutherford of the Cadieux Cafe drops in to reflecting on the passing of the late, great Matty Lee, who seemed to know everyone in Detroit's entertainment scene. Matty passed suddenly last week.

John gives an update on his efforts to book Paulie Shore and Corey Feldman at the Cadieux. He also teases some great acts coming to the beer garden -- which has ML thinking about a possible Soul Night 2026.


Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Sorry, Tommy, ML tried to resist making Dusty May this week's geek. Come to think of it, he DID resist. Kinda. Listen and learn.

ROOM 7609
Listener Paul challenges you to come up with a live version of a song that is better than the studio version, and gets us started with "Rise" from Public Image Ltd. at Glastonbury 2013. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Did you know you can make one payment to support the show for a whole year? That's what Cousin Jim and new Soulmate Ryan did. Try it -- you just may like it!

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FEEDBACK
ML reads some of the most hilarious Facebook posts on his DDOT investigation. BTW, what's a "grib?" We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


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Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72654189Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:17:49 +0000ML ElrickBus workers playing hooky for nookie expose deeper problems with Detroit's transportation agency, as Detroit's Inspector General Kamau Marable tells ML and Marc. STRAIGHT DOPE SPECIAL OFFER: http://www.detcityfc.com...
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Watch a Detroit bus driver and her supervisor hook up after she pulls her coach over during their shift, an incident that revealed deeper problems with the Detroit Department of Transportation. See it here.

Read all about the problems in ML's latest On Guard column.

The Kwame Kilpatrick scandal prompted Detroit voters to create an Inspector General to help clean up city government. Kamau Marable is Detroit's third inspector general and he joins ML and Marc to talk about the OIG's investigation into the Detroit Department of Transportation.

Kamau explains why workers fooling around on a bus is just a symptom of bigger problems at DDOT. He also discusses the importance of having a watchdog people can turn to with their complaints.

Kamau and ML explain why it takes so long to do an investigation, addressing one of the top criticisms of their reports on problems at DDOT.

Marc asks Kamau if he has all the resources he needs to do his job. Kamau's response should concern everyone who cares about good government.

ML's column on DDOT problems got an answer that Kamau and his team have been waiting on for months -- and they're not happy about it.

To learn more about the Inspector General -- or to share a tip -- visit https://www.detoig.org/

John Rutherford of the Cadieux Cafe drops in to reflecting on the passing of the late, great Matty Lee, who seemed to know everyone in Detroit's entertainment scene. Matty passed suddenly last week.

John gives an update on his efforts to book Paulie Shore and Corey Feldman at the Cadieux. He also teases some great acts coming to the beer garden -- which has ML thinking about a possible Soul Night 2026.


Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Sorry, Tommy, ML tried to resist making Dusty May this week's geek. Come to think of it, he DID resist. Kinda....]]>4530bus,ddot,detroit,dusty,elrick,freep,general,government,inspector,may,michigan,ml,msu,oig,sexfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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Marc returns from vacation to find a full house -- Erika, ML and a lawyer trying to knock disgraced former Detroit Judge Kahlilia Davis off the ballot.

Erika has been busy! After winning an Emmy for her investigation into a troubled home for girls, an ALLEGED scammer she exposed is in court and she tells us all about the crazy pool party in Birmingham where girls twerking and doing each other left neighbors feeling a bit, er, uncomfortable.

ML had never heard of Swimply, the AirBnB-like service that allows you to rent a private pool. Erika says the rental has rules that were clearly ignored when way more people than expected crowded into a quiet neighborhood for a pool party that looked a lot like an episode of Girls Gone Wild. See for yourself by hitting this link.

Marc cues up some classic drops from Kahlilia Davis, the 36th District Court judge who Fox 2's Rob Wolchek put in the Hall of Fame back in 2017 after he caught her goofing off when she should have been in court. Davis is back in the news because she is hoping to get elected to the Detroit court that she didn't spend much time at the first time she was elected.

ML has been writing about Davis' antics for years, and attorney Ryan Hill drops in to explain why he went court to keep her off the ballot. He thought the case was closed figurately, but didn't find out until he literally closed the case that Davis was going to succeed.

A funny thing happened after the judge in Hill's case convinced him to dismiss the case with prejudice -- meaning he can't bring it back if something popped up. Hill tells us about one of the most confounding cases he's ever had.

From running sores to a demand for a heavy-duty toilet, Davis had all kinds of excuses for not coming to work. ML tells some of the tales -- along with revealing what she said to a woman she beefed with at a local gym.

Get the latest on the Davis debacle in ML's most recent On Guard column. Just hit the link: Disgraced former Detroit judge could be back on the ballot

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Social Security is in trouble, AI is taking over, and Congress is arguing over meaningless crap that raises your blood pressure. That's why they're this week's Geek.

ROOM 7609

Jerry Vile and Mr. Magoo set ML straight on the Australian bands influenced by Detroit rock before The Victims visit the New Wave suite to perform "Television Addict." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS

Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroitFEEDBACKML and MSU take a lot of guff this week before ML sets the record straight on an EMU hot take from a couple weeks ago. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN

Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH

Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Facebook at “M.L. Elrick” and InstaGram at ml_elrick and, if the @elrick account ever gets unhacked, on X


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72551563Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:05:33 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson makes a big splash with a story about a pool party gone wild before ML discusses the disastrous Detroit judge back on the ballot. STRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com Marc returns from vacation to find a full house -- Erika, ML and...
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Marc returns from vacation to find a full house -- Erika, ML and a lawyer trying to knock disgraced former Detroit Judge Kahlilia Davis off the ballot.

Erika has been busy! After winning an Emmy for her investigation into a troubled home for girls, an ALLEGED scammer she exposed is in court and she tells us all about the crazy pool party in Birmingham where girls twerking and doing each other left neighbors feeling a bit, er, uncomfortable.

ML had never heard of Swimply, the AirBnB-like service that allows you to rent a private pool. Erika says the rental has rules that were clearly ignored when way more people than expected crowded into a quiet neighborhood for a pool party that looked a lot like an episode of Girls Gone Wild. See for yourself by hitting this link.

Marc cues up some classic drops from Kahlilia Davis, the 36th District Court judge who Fox 2's Rob Wolchek put in the Hall of Fame back in 2017 after he caught her goofing off when she should have been in court. Davis is back in the news because she is hoping to get elected to the Detroit court that she didn't spend much time at the first time she was elected.

ML has been writing about Davis' antics for years, and attorney Ryan Hill drops in to explain why he went court to keep her off the ballot. He thought the case was closed figurately, but didn't find out until he literally closed the case that Davis was going to succeed.

A funny thing happened after the judge in Hill's case convinced him to dismiss the case with prejudice -- meaning he can't bring it back if something popped up. Hill tells us about one of the most confounding cases he's ever had.

From running sores to a demand for a heavy-duty toilet, Davis had all kinds of excuses for not coming to work. ML tells some of the tales -- along with revealing what she said to a woman she beefed with at a local gym.

Get the latest on the Davis debacle in ML's most recent On Guard column. Just hit the link: Disgraced former Detroit judge could be back on the ballot

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Social Security is in trouble, AI is taking over, and Congress is arguing over meaningless crap that raises your blood pressure. That's why they're this week's Geek.

ROOM...]]>61894,batt,birmingham,davis,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,freep,judge,kahlilia,local,michigan,ml,msu,party,pool,wdiv,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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Since Marc is off sneaking a well-deserved break, we are treating our loyal listeners to a very special bonus episode.
We are sitting down with Dan Austin, the grand poobah of Detroit architecture history and the mastermind behind HistoricDetroit.org. For two decades, Dan has been keeping the story of our city's skyline alive, and today, we’re digging into the great, long-lost landmarks of Detroit—the buildings that are gone, but we damn well wish were still standing.

Before letting the expert talk, ML had to lay out my own Mount Rushmore of demolished Detroit classics. These weren't even knocked down by Bobby Ferguson, but if Kwame Kilpatrick had been mayor in the mid-century, Bobby probably would have taken the sledgehammer to these himself:

• Old City Hall (Demolished 1961): The absolute number one on the list. Sitting right where One Kennedy Square is today, it was a gorgeous Beaux-Arts twin to the old Wayne County Courthouse down Cadillac Square. It was replaced by a sunken park that became a haven for pigeons, lunch-goers, and folks the Free Press would call "unhoused."
• The Federal Building / Old Post Office (Demolished 1930s): Located at Shelby and Fort, this 1891 masterpiece had a beautiful, dark Gotham/Transylvania vibe, complete with water-barfing dragon downspout gargoyles. It was torn down during the WPA era to provide jobs and make way for the Levin U.S. Courthouse.
• Tiger Stadium & Olympia Stadium: Two cathedrals of Detroit sports history that were ultimately replaced by... a whole lot of nothing special.

The Architecture Post-Mortem with Dan Austin
Dan brought his own historical heavy artillery to the table, breaking down why Detroit spent decades trading world-class craftsmanship for mid-century modern "ugly ass" boxes.

• The "Mad Men" Era Decline: Dan explains that in the 1950s and 60s, Detroit was competing with the glittering new office parks of Southfield. City leaders didn't want Detroit to look like a dead city living in the past, so they traded gorgeous chandeliers for fluorescent lighting, tearing down history just to look "new."
• The Majestic Building (Demolished 1962): Designed by the legendary Daniel Burnham (the genius behind Chicago’s World's Fair), this northwest corner of Michigan and Woodward landmark featured literally a football field's worth of interior marble. Mayor Louis Miriani allowed it to be leveled for an office tower and an underground parking garage.
• The Lafayette Building (Demolished 2009): A unique, V-shaped building designed by C. Howard Crane (the same guy who did the Fox Theatre and Olympia). Dan personally fought to get it on the National Register of Historic Places, but the city leveled it anyway out of panic over a vacant building sitting across from the newly renovated Book Cadillac.
• The American Motors Headquarters (Demolished 2022-2023): Down in District 7 on Plymouth Road, this towering Art Deco plant was recently clear-cut. While the new manufacturing jobs are great, Dan notes they easily could have preserved the historic facade as a shield instead of putting a giant, windowless box right against the neighborhood sidewalk.

What About the Ren Center?
We couldn't talk Detroit architecture without addressing the concrete elephant on the riverfront: The Renaissance Center.
Dan and ML pull no punches on John Portman's 1977 fortress. While it's the most iconic fixture on our skyline, it was originally built like a concrete Death Star that sucked the economic life out of the rest of downtown Detroit (killing off buildings like the Lafayette). It’s a confounding, un-navigable mess where form definitely did not follow function.Now that GM is skating out to Warren and Dan Gilbert's new Hudson's tower, what do we do with it? You can't convert it to apartments (the windows don't open, and the plumbing is an absolute nightmare). Dan's expert verdict? If you aren't going to save all four outer towers, take the whole damn thing down and completely open up the Detroit riverfront.

Geeking Out on Detroit Rock History & Trivia

• The Yorba Hotel: The infamous southwest Detroit hotel immortalized by the White Stripes. It was recently shut down by the city due to severe code violations, but its prime location in Hubbard Farms means there's a strong chance it will be salvaged for proper, high-quality low-income housing.
• The Grande Ballroom: The holy grail of rock history and the birthplace of the MC5 and The Stooges. The church that owns it put a tarp over the collapsed roof, but with a gutted interior and a $5 million asking price just to buy the property, saving it would require a miracle—and about $40 million.
• The Albert Kahn "Fraud": Did Albert Kahn actually design every single detail of his iconic buildings? Short answer: No. He was a visionary who revolutionized industrial architecture, but he had a massive team—including associate architect Ernest Wilby and artist Géza Maródi (who did the heavy lifting inside the Fisher Building)—to crunch the numbers and draw the individual floorplates.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72334868Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:55:02 +0000ML ElrickDan Austin's back with us to explore the vanished history of the city's skyline, mourning the mid-century losses of landmarks like Old City Hall, the old Federal Building, and the Lafayette Building.  Austin explains that post-war economic decline and...
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Since Marc is off sneaking a well-deserved break, we are treating our loyal listeners to a very special bonus episode.
We are sitting down with Dan Austin, the grand poobah of Detroit architecture history and the mastermind behind HistoricDetroit.org. For two decades, Dan has been keeping the story of our city's skyline alive, and today, we’re digging into the great, long-lost landmarks of Detroit—the buildings that are gone, but we damn well wish were still standing.

Before letting the expert talk, ML had to lay out my own Mount Rushmore of demolished Detroit classics. These weren't even knocked down by Bobby Ferguson, but if Kwame Kilpatrick had been mayor in the mid-century, Bobby probably would have taken the sledgehammer to these himself:

• Old City Hall (Demolished 1961): The absolute number one on the list. Sitting right where One Kennedy Square is today, it was a gorgeous Beaux-Arts twin to the old Wayne County Courthouse down Cadillac Square. It was replaced by a sunken park that became a haven for pigeons, lunch-goers, and folks the Free Press would call "unhoused."
• The Federal Building / Old Post Office (Demolished 1930s): Located at Shelby and Fort, this 1891 masterpiece had a beautiful, dark Gotham/Transylvania vibe, complete with water-barfing dragon downspout gargoyles. It was torn down during the WPA era to provide jobs and make way for the Levin U.S. Courthouse.
• Tiger Stadium & Olympia Stadium: Two cathedrals of Detroit sports history that were ultimately replaced by... a whole lot of nothing special.

The Architecture Post-Mortem with Dan Austin
Dan brought his own historical heavy artillery to the table, breaking down why Detroit spent decades trading world-class craftsmanship for mid-century modern "ugly ass" boxes.

• The "Mad Men" Era Decline: Dan explains that in the 1950s and 60s, Detroit was competing with the glittering new office parks of Southfield. City leaders didn't want Detroit to look like a dead city living in the past, so they traded gorgeous chandeliers for fluorescent lighting, tearing down history just to look "new."
• The Majestic Building (Demolished 1962): Designed by the legendary Daniel Burnham (the genius behind Chicago’s World's Fair), this northwest corner of Michigan and Woodward landmark featured literally a football field's worth of interior marble. Mayor Louis Miriani allowed it to be leveled for an office tower and an underground parking garage.
• The Lafayette Building (Demolished 2009): A unique, V-shaped building designed by C. Howard Crane (the same guy who did the Fox Theatre and Olympia). Dan personally fought to get it on the National Register of Historic Places, but the city leveled it anyway out of panic over a vacant building sitting across from the newly renovated Book Cadillac.
• The American Motors Headquarters (Demolished 2022-2023): Down in District 7 on Plymouth Road, this towering Art Deco plant was recently clear-cut. While the new manufacturing jobs are great, Dan notes they easily could have preserved the historic facade as a shield instead of putting a giant, windowless box right against the neighborhood sidewalk.

What About the Ren Center?
We couldn't talk Detroit architecture without addressing the concrete elephant on...]]>3023austin,buildings,dan,detroit,elrick,free,freep,historic,michigan,ml,press,rencenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hello-galli-june-2-2026--72301173
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After 15 years of bringing you the news from Broadcast House, former WXYZ-TV sports director Brad Galli will bring you the news from his house -- or wherever the story takes him now that he has launched his own sports channel. He tells us why it was time to leave Channel 7. 

Brad promises -- we have it on tape! -- not to start a podcast. But the Brad Galli Show will be available on just about every other platform. You can check out and subscribe to his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@BradGalliShow 

Barry Sanders, Jahmyr Gibbs, Dusty May, Alan Trammel and Lou Whitaker are just some of the local sports legends Brad features as his new venture launches.

Shawn is appalled that anyone would suggest he might break wind on air -- a couple weeks after going on and on about his gassy gut. Brad isn't sure how his flatulent friend would play on his new show.

Appointment viewing -- when you sit down and watch the news during dinner -- is dying. Hear how Brad says he'll handle breaking news when it happens.

ML says anchor jobs are overrated -- while everyone else is watching their kids' games and plays, you're stuck behind a desk or at the studio. Brad says getting to coach some of his kids' games inspired him to take a chance and create a gig that lets him enjoy being a dad more.

What's more fun; sitting in a warm, dry, studio -- or being in the middle of the story? ML and Brad opine. Shawn interrupts.

Marc asks whether Brad will keep going live on big sports events after the network cuts away, like when the Wolverines and Buckeyes tussled in the Horseshoe. Listen and learn Brad's plan.

ML is back from Mackinac, where he got the answer to the burning question on everyone's mind: Would former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan show up at the Grand Hotel to face all the big shots who plowed beaucoup bucks into his failed campaign to be elected governor of Michigan as an independent?

Democrats running for the U.S. Senate met for a debate at the Grand Hotel, but one of them didn't meet with reporters. Find out who in ML's latest "On Guard" column.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK
Robert Van Winkle is this week's geek, geek, baby! 

ROOM 7609
Steve wasn't sure he nailed it, but he sure did by booking Detroit-inspired Australian band Hoodoo Gurus into the New Wave suite to perform "I Want You Back." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

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FEEDBACKRobert plucks the EMU Eagles for their feel-good golf team that may be more than meets the eye, Janet wants the lowdown on which of Michigan's top Democrats may lead its top universities, and Grace suggests that "ML" stands for "Mega Lapdog." We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



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After 15 years of bringing you the news from Broadcast House, former WXYZ-TV sports director Brad Galli will bring you the news from his house -- or wherever the story takes him now that he has launched his own sports channel. He tells us why it was time to leave Channel 7. 

Brad promises -- we have it on tape! -- not to start a podcast. But the Brad Galli Show will be available on just about every other platform. You can check out and subscribe to his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@BradGalliShow 

Barry Sanders, Jahmyr Gibbs, Dusty May, Alan Trammel and Lou Whitaker are just some of the local sports legends Brad features as his new venture launches.

Shawn is appalled that anyone would suggest he might break wind on air -- a couple weeks after going on and on about his gassy gut. Brad isn't sure how his flatulent friend would play on his new show.

Appointment viewing -- when you sit down and watch the news during dinner -- is dying. Hear how Brad says he'll handle breaking news when it happens.

ML says anchor jobs are overrated -- while everyone else is watching their kids' games and plays, you're stuck behind a desk or at the studio. Brad says getting to coach some of his kids' games inspired him to take a chance and create a gig that lets him enjoy being a dad more.

What's more fun; sitting in a warm, dry, studio -- or being in the middle of the story? ML and Brad opine. Shawn interrupts.

Marc asks whether Brad will keep going live on big sports events after the network cuts away, like when the Wolverines and Buckeyes tussled in the Horseshoe. Listen and learn Brad's plan.

ML is back from Mackinac, where he got the answer to the burning question on everyone's mind: Would former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan show up at the Grand Hotel to face all the big shots who plowed beaucoup bucks into his failed campaign to be elected governor of Michigan as an independent?

Democrats running for the U.S. Senate met for a debate at the Grand Hotel, but one of them didn't meet with reporters. Find out who in ML's latest "On Guard" column.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Robert Van Winkle is this week's geek, geek, baby! 

ROOM 7609
Steve wasn't sure he nailed it, but he sure did by booking Detroit-inspired Australian band Hoodoo Gurus into the New Wave...]]>4171250,brad,ch7,detroit,elrick,fox2,free,freedom,freep,galli,ice,mackinac,michigan,ml,policy,press,vanilla,windsor,wxyzfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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ML broadcasts from an unlikely luxury retreat — his mother-in-law’s porch in Muskegon, complete with toast and tea — before heading north to the annual Mackinac Policy Conference, where politics, influence, and ambition collide on Michigan’s most famous island.

The big story: Mike Duggan’s sudden exit from the governor’s race. Real ML's column about it here.

Why Duggan walking away shocked Michigan political insiders

• The Detroit Regional Chamber’s heavy investment in Duggan — and whether it leaves them politically exposed
• Questions about polling, money, and whether Duggan simply saw numbers he couldn’t overcome
• Speculation surrounding federal scrutiny over Detroit demolition programs and whether outside pressures mattered
• Why Duggan’s political instincts — and his obsession with numbers — may explain the move better than conspiracy theories

Then comes the question Michigan power brokers are quietly asking: What’s next for Duggan? The conversation explores whether Duggan could become the next president of the University of Michigan — despite lacking the traditional academic résumé. ML argues universities increasingly need operators, fundraisers, and fire-fighters as much as scholars. The episode also wanders — as Soul of Detroit always does — through:

• Mackinac Conference politics and Charlie LeDuff’s absence from the island
• Why campaign money and influence remain difficult to untangle in Michigan
• The Tigers’ struggles and whether fans are approaching frustration or indifference
• Muskegon’s transformation from paper-mill town to hidden Michigan gem
• Hockey, beaches, and why west Michigan keeps surprising people

Then the tone shifts. A Memorial Day reflection brings the conversation back to sacrifice, loss, and the lasting cost of war. ML shares a personal story connected to a family member lost in Vietnam — a reminder that Memorial Day isn’t about celebration, but remembrance. There’s also time for:

• Movie talk (Project Hail Mary)
• The strange disappointment of seeing famous landmarks in real life
• Theater nostalgia

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Coachella and it's legal threats against a local animal charity event.

ROOM 7609:
Howard Jones, ‘80s music memories, and the curse of aging New Wave hairstyles.

OUR BENEFACTORS:
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show!
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Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

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Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72170164Tue, 26 May 2026 15:22:05 +0000ML ElrickMackinac politics, Mike Duggan’s surprise exit, Muskegon memories, Memorial Day reflections, and why Michigan never stops being complicated. STRAIGHT DOPE: http://www.detcityfc.com/ ML broadcasts from an unlikely luxury retreat — his mother-in-law’s...
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ML broadcasts from an unlikely luxury retreat — his mother-in-law’s porch in Muskegon, complete with toast and tea — before heading north to the annual Mackinac Policy Conference, where politics, influence, and ambition collide on Michigan’s most famous island.

The big story: Mike Duggan’s sudden exit from the governor’s race. Real ML's column about it here.

Why Duggan walking away shocked Michigan political insiders

• The Detroit Regional Chamber’s heavy investment in Duggan — and whether it leaves them politically exposed
• Questions about polling, money, and whether Duggan simply saw numbers he couldn’t overcome
• Speculation surrounding federal scrutiny over Detroit demolition programs and whether outside pressures mattered
• Why Duggan’s political instincts — and his obsession with numbers — may explain the move better than conspiracy theories

Then comes the question Michigan power brokers are quietly asking: What’s next for Duggan? The conversation explores whether Duggan could become the next president of the University of Michigan — despite lacking the traditional academic résumé. ML argues universities increasingly need operators, fundraisers, and fire-fighters as much as scholars. The episode also wanders — as Soul of Detroit always does — through:

• Mackinac Conference politics and Charlie LeDuff’s absence from the island
• Why campaign money and influence remain difficult to untangle in Michigan
• The Tigers’ struggles and whether fans are approaching frustration or indifference
• Muskegon’s transformation from paper-mill town to hidden Michigan gem
• Hockey, beaches, and why west Michigan keeps surprising people

Then the tone shifts. A Memorial Day reflection brings the conversation back to sacrifice, loss, and the lasting cost of war. ML shares a personal story connected to a family member lost in Vietnam — a reminder that Memorial Day isn’t about celebration, but remembrance. There’s also time for:

• Movie talk (Project Hail Mary)
• The strange disappointment of seeing famous landmarks in real life
• Theater nostalgia

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Coachella and it's legal threats against a local animal charity event.

ROOM 7609:
Howard Jones, ‘80s music memories, and the curse of aging New Wave hairstyles.

OUR BENEFACTORS:
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show!
Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous...]]>3567coachella,detroit,dirt,duggan,elrick,fox,free,freep,govenor,mackinac,mayor,michigan,ml,muskegon,policy,press,university,windsor,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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Shawn is back, and full of hot air -- especially at nationally-televised press conferences. Listen and learn what he and the geysers ML saw in Iceland have in common.

Unscrupulous tow truck drivers took Shawn's son -- actually, his broke-ass car -- for a costly ride. Shawn explains how the hustle worked, Marc mentions how towing has got a bunch of local folks in legal trouble, and ML reveals how hustlers turn scrap iron into gold.

Gas is $4.50 a gallon -- if you're lucky! ML explains why his 1985 Buick Riviera is among the collateral damage of the War on Iran.

Michigan's No Fault auto insurance is really Yo Fault insurance, as Marc learned after getting slammed by an uninsured driver. ML offers some advice on how to get his deductible back.

Strippers in Montreal are going on strike during the Canadian Grand Prix, which has ML calling for solidarity -- and giving an update on the status of legendary Club Super Sexe.

Shawn is concerned he may belly fart on an entire wedding party in Quebec. Welcome to America, 51st State!

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
MSU Board of Trustees pull another fast one, earning them ML's enmity -- and making them this week's Geeks. 

ROOM 7609
The Pistons are done, but Kurtis Blow's "Basketball" lives forever! ML also bids a fond farewell to Afrika Bambaataa -- until Marc drops some disturbing news. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show!
Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Bob has an issue with the MSU board of trustees' latest fiasco. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071432Tue, 19 May 2026 16:57:46 +0000ML ElrickShawn gets rooked by a crook who hooked his son's wreck and strippers in Montreal are on strike. SOLIDARITY! STRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com/ Shawn is back, and full of hot air -- especially at nationally-televised press conferences. Listen...
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Shawn is back, and full of hot air -- especially at nationally-televised press conferences. Listen and learn what he and the geysers ML saw in Iceland have in common.

Unscrupulous tow truck drivers took Shawn's son -- actually, his broke-ass car -- for a costly ride. Shawn explains how the hustle worked, Marc mentions how towing has got a bunch of local folks in legal trouble, and ML reveals how hustlers turn scrap iron into gold.

Gas is $4.50 a gallon -- if you're lucky! ML explains why his 1985 Buick Riviera is among the collateral damage of the War on Iran.

Michigan's No Fault auto insurance is really Yo Fault insurance, as Marc learned after getting slammed by an uninsured driver. ML offers some advice on how to get his deductible back.

Strippers in Montreal are going on strike during the Canadian Grand Prix, which has ML calling for solidarity -- and giving an update on the status of legendary Club Super Sexe.

Shawn is concerned he may belly fart on an entire wedding party in Quebec. Welcome to America, 51st State!

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
MSU Board of Trustees pull another fast one, earning them ML's enmity -- and making them this week's Geeks. 

ROOM 7609
The Pistons are done, but Kurtis Blow's "Basketball" lives forever! ML also bids a fond farewell to Afrika Bambaataa -- until Marc drops some disturbing news. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show!
Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Bob has an issue with the MSU board of trustees' latest fiasco. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
3549con,detroit,elrick,michigan,ml,montreal,msu,pistons,regents,tow,truck,trustees,union,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
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DCFC women's team coach Dani Evans and team captain Hannah Crum hope to build on last season's strong record when they take on AFC Ann Arbor Saturday in Ann Arbor and Kalamazoo FC on May 23 in Hamtramck for their home opener.

There are 64 women on DCFC's squads, so Evans and Crum use all kinds of games to bring the players together. Some of the players have nicknames, but Crum tells ML and Marc so far no one has taken "Mint Chocolate Chip."

Marc is plainly disgusted that ML makes it all about him again when he asks the coach and captain to validate his efforts as captain of the Free Press co-ed rec softball team.

ML and Marc jump from Le Rouge to Reykjavik when they welcome Lexi Czerwien to discuss her career as a professional soccer player in Iceland.

When ML booked his trip to Iceland, his travel companion told him they would connect with a local for dinner in Iceland's capital. Imagine his surprise when their host turned out to be from Rochester! Lexi went to high school there, before playing for Xavier and Bowling Green. After college, her agent fielded offers from around the world before Lexi settled on Iceland.

How many women's professional soccer teams do you think there are in a country of 400,000? Lexi plays for Throttur Reykjavik in Iceland's Premier League. She says there are about a dozen teams in her league -- and there are multiple levels of women's professional soccer. She says Icelanders love soccer and pack arenas for men's and women's games. Listen and learn how they deal with the weather in a country that often lives up to its name.

Lexi and ML agree Rekyjavik at night is a lot like Mackinac Island, with a thriving main drag lined with bars, restaurants, shops and young people hanging out. Lexi talks about how she keeps busy on a small country in the middle of nowhere.

You don't need a map if you're taking a road trip in Iceland. There is one highway -- Highway 1 -- that goes all around the island. The scenery is stark and beautiful, dotted with waterfalls, craters, geysers and beaches where seals frolic and icebergs go to die. ML shares more details about what he saw -- and heard.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
There are great chefs in Europe, but the ones who put canned corn on salads aren't among them.

ROOM 7609
Iceland music icon Bjork brings a Nordic touch to the New Wave suite when she performs "Army of Me." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show!
Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKML acknowledges he was wrong about Marr and the Mustang, and Marc agrees with Alex that the game is rigged. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Get podcast news on Facebook at “M.L. Elrick” and InstaGram at ml_elrick and, if the @elrick account ever gets unhacked, on X


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71978027Tue, 12 May 2026 16:24:00 +0000ML ElrickTurns out ML's local connection in Reykjavik is really from Rochester. She zooms in to discuss how she became a professional soccer player in Iceland. DCFC women's team coach and captain also dial in to help kick-off their season. STRAIGHT DOPE...
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy tickets at www.detcityfc.com.

DCFC women's team coach Dani Evans and team captain Hannah Crum hope to build on last season's strong record when they take on AFC Ann Arbor Saturday in Ann Arbor and Kalamazoo FC on May 23 in Hamtramck for their home opener.

There are 64 women on DCFC's squads, so Evans and Crum use all kinds of games to bring the players together. Some of the players have nicknames, but Crum tells ML and Marc so far no one has taken "Mint Chocolate Chip."

Marc is plainly disgusted that ML makes it all about him again when he asks the coach and captain to validate his efforts as captain of the Free Press co-ed rec softball team.

ML and Marc jump from Le Rouge to Reykjavik when they welcome Lexi Czerwien to discuss her career as a professional soccer player in Iceland.

When ML booked his trip to Iceland, his travel companion told him they would connect with a local for dinner in Iceland's capital. Imagine his surprise when their host turned out to be from Rochester! Lexi went to high school there, before playing for Xavier and Bowling Green. After college, her agent fielded offers from around the world before Lexi settled on Iceland.

How many women's professional soccer teams do you think there are in a country of 400,000? Lexi plays for Throttur Reykjavik in Iceland's Premier League. She says there are about a dozen teams in her league -- and there are multiple levels of women's professional soccer. She says Icelanders love soccer and pack arenas for men's and women's games. Listen and learn how they deal with the weather in a country that often lives up to its name.

Lexi and ML agree Rekyjavik at night is a lot like Mackinac Island, with a thriving main drag lined with bars, restaurants, shops and young people hanging out. Lexi talks about how she keeps busy on a small country in the middle of nowhere.

You don't need a map if you're taking a road trip in Iceland. There is one highway -- Highway 1 -- that goes all around the island. The scenery is stark and beautiful, dotted with waterfalls, craters, geysers and beaches where seals frolic and icebergs go to die. ML shares more details about what he saw -- and heard.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
There are great chefs in Europe, but the ones who put canned corn on salads aren't among them.

ROOM 7609
Iceland music icon Bjork brings a Nordic touch to the New Wave suite when she performs "Army of Me." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Come hang with us!...]]>3863bjork,dcfc,detroit,elrick,europe,football,iceland,michigan,ml,soccer,windsor,womenfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:
From Detroit to Dublin (with a few questionable detours) Elrick and globe-trotting reptile enthusiast Sergei Morris set up shop in a Dublin WeWork, proving once again that journalism — like beer — travels well. 

Between sips and sarcasm, the crew checks in on absent friends and the cultural confusion that comes with leaving the Midwest.

🐍 Snake Bites, Bad Decisions, and Survival TipsSergey takes us deep into the wild — from Borneo to Africa — with stories that land somewhere between National Geographic and “what not to do if you value your life.”Key takeaway (and possibly life-saving advice):

• If you get bitten by a snake: do not cut it, do not suck it, do not panic
• Also: maybe don’t mess with snakes in the first place

As Sergei puts it: “Safety is about opportunity — don’t give the snake one.”🍻

Culture Shock: Ireland vs. Everywhere Else
From hurling matches to pub parenting strategies (including screen time vs. beer time), the crew explores Irish life with the curiosity of tourists and the judgment of Detroiters.

Highlights include:

• First-ever live hurling match experience
• The eternal mystery of Temple Bar
• Public urination as a cultural gray area
• And yes… a story involving a drunk baby (Africa edition — don’t worry, it’s complicated)

⚽ Detroit City FC Check-InBack home, Detroit City FC keeps rolling with a big win over Louisville.
Fans are encouraged to:

• Catch upcoming matches
• Use promo code SOUL
• And support the squad at Keyworth Stadium

🛠️ Sponsor Love (and mild threats)

• Artisan Interiors: Fix your house before it fixes you
• Pinnacle Wealth Strategies: Because retirement shouldn’t be a gamble
• Cadieux Cafe: Where Detroit eats, drinks, and occasionally sings karaoke

GEEK OF THE WEEK:

• The Met Gala takes heat for peak excess and celebrity absurdity
• Billionaire bunker-builders also catch a stray
• Consensus: we hate it… but we’re still watching

ROOM 7609:
Hopeless Wanderer by Mumford & Sons
A fitting anthem for travelers, misfits, and anyone trying to make sense of the road they’re on — whether it’s through Dublin, Detroit, or the jungle.❤️

FEEDBACK:

Elrick caught up with one of the all time worst judges. After reporting that disgraced former 36th District Court Judge Kahlilia Davis was running for a spot on the Detroit bench, the Michigan Secretary of State announced that she is ineligible to appear on the ballot.

Shawn has been busy writing about the cities hottest team.  Catch all his Detroit Pistons columns here.

And catch all of Sergei's writings and adventures here at BFGringo.com.

FINAL THOUGHT:
From snake venom to Guinness foam, this episode is a reminder that no matter how far you roam, the Soul of Detroit is never far behind — it just might be telling stories you won’t believe.📩

Got feedback, stories, or your own near-death reptile encounter?
Hit them up: mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71878815Tue, 05 May 2026 17:35:30 +0000ML ElrickThis week, the Soul goes international — broadcasting (allegedly) live from Dublin, where the Guinness flows, the accents get thicker, and the stories get… weirder. STRAIGHT DOPE: From Detroit to Dublin (with a few questionable detours) Elrick and...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
From Detroit to Dublin (with a few questionable detours) Elrick and globe-trotting reptile enthusiast Sergei Morris set up shop in a Dublin WeWork, proving once again that journalism — like beer — travels well. 

Between sips and sarcasm, the crew checks in on absent friends and the cultural confusion that comes with leaving the Midwest.

🐍 Snake Bites, Bad Decisions, and Survival TipsSergey takes us deep into the wild — from Borneo to Africa — with stories that land somewhere between National Geographic and “what not to do if you value your life.”Key takeaway (and possibly life-saving advice):

• If you get bitten by a snake: do not cut it, do not suck it, do not panic
• Also: maybe don’t mess with snakes in the first place

As Sergei puts it: “Safety is about opportunity — don’t give the snake one.”🍻

Culture Shock: Ireland vs. Everywhere Else
From hurling matches to pub parenting strategies (including screen time vs. beer time), the crew explores Irish life with the curiosity of tourists and the judgment of Detroiters.

Highlights include:

• First-ever live hurling match experience
• The eternal mystery of Temple Bar
• Public urination as a cultural gray area
• And yes… a story involving a drunk baby (Africa edition — don’t worry, it’s complicated)

⚽ Detroit City FC Check-InBack home, Detroit City FC keeps rolling with a big win over Louisville.
Fans are encouraged to:

• Catch upcoming matches
• Use promo code SOUL
• And support the squad at Keyworth Stadium

🛠️ Sponsor Love (and mild threats)

• Artisan Interiors: Fix your house before it fixes you
• Pinnacle Wealth Strategies: Because retirement shouldn’t be a gamble
• Cadieux Cafe: Where Detroit eats, drinks, and occasionally sings karaoke

GEEK OF THE WEEK:

• The Met Gala takes heat for peak excess and celebrity absurdity
• Billionaire bunker-builders also catch a stray
• Consensus: we hate it… but we’re still watching

ROOM 7609:
Hopeless Wanderer by Mumford & Sons
A fitting anthem for travelers, misfits, and anyone trying to make sense of the road they’re on — whether it’s through Dublin, Detroit, or the jungle.❤️

FEEDBACK:

Elrick caught up with one of the all time worst judges. After reporting that disgraced former 36th District Court Judge Kahlilia Davis was running for a spot on the Detroit bench, the Michigan Secretary of State announced that she is ineligible to appear on the ballot.

Shawn has been busy writing about the cities hottest team.  Catch all his Detroit Pistons columns here.

And catch all of Sergei's writings and adventures here at BFGringo.com.

FINAL THOUGHT:
From snake venom to Guinness foam, this episode is a reminder that no matter how far you roam, the Soul of Detroit is never far behind — it just might be telling stories you won’t believe.📩

Got feedback, stories, or your own near-death reptile encounter?
Hit them up: mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3937detroit,dublin,elrick,fox,free,freep,gala,ireland,meta,michigan,ml,pistons,press,reptiles,shawn,snakes,travel,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy your tickets at detcityfc.com.

Dan Austin has been putting his journalistic skills to work for decades documenting and telling the stories behind some of the city's greatest buildings. He joins ML and Marc to talk about how and why he started Historic Detroit and how you can help keep it going by supporting the Austin Past and Future Fund.

Dan tells Marc and ML how an Oakland County kid fell in love with Detroit and its buildings -- starting with the downtown Statler Hotel.

Marc gets the bell ready as ML tells the story of how Kwame Kilpatrick knocked down Dan's favorite building. He and Dan also reveal the other iconic building Kilpatrick knocked down before Super Bowl XL.

Dan Gilbert, savior of Detroit or mixed blessing? Dan weighs in.

Ilitches, angels or devils? Dan weighs in again.

For someone so sentimental about Detroit buildings, Dan is also very clear-eyed. Among the landmarks he says had to go is the Packard Plant. Listen and learn why.

Party with Dan from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 at the Northern Lights Lounge, 660 W Baltimore St., in Detroit's New Center neighborhood.

Colon cancer is going to cut Dan's life tragically short. He wants to make sure you get checked in time. Learn more here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
GOW will be back next week!

ROOM 7609
Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Rusty and Randy are our two newest (maybe re-newest) Soulmates. Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 


For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKWe welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Facebook at “M.L. Elrick” and InstaGram at ml_elrick and, if the @elrick account ever gets unhacked, on X


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71711488Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:36:16 +0000ML ElrickDetroit's great buildings are Dan Austin's passion -- and his legacy. Before colon cancer claims him, he needs your help to preserve his life's work documenting our city's past and present. STRAIGHT DOPE http://detcityfc.com/detcityfc.com...
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: Get 15% off Detroit City FC tickets by entering promo code SOUL at check out when you buy your tickets at detcityfc.com.

Dan Austin has been putting his journalistic skills to work for decades documenting and telling the stories behind some of the city's greatest buildings. He joins ML and Marc to talk about how and why he started Historic Detroit and how you can help keep it going by supporting the Austin Past and Future Fund.

Dan tells Marc and ML how an Oakland County kid fell in love with Detroit and its buildings -- starting with the downtown Statler Hotel.

Marc gets the bell ready as ML tells the story of how Kwame Kilpatrick knocked down Dan's favorite building. He and Dan also reveal the other iconic building Kilpatrick knocked down before Super Bowl XL.

Dan Gilbert, savior of Detroit or mixed blessing? Dan weighs in.

Ilitches, angels or devils? Dan weighs in again.

For someone so sentimental about Detroit buildings, Dan is also very clear-eyed. Among the landmarks he says had to go is the Packard Plant. Listen and learn why.

Party with Dan from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 at the Northern Lights Lounge, 660 W Baltimore St., in Detroit's New Center neighborhood.

Colon cancer is going to cut Dan's life tragically short. He wants to make sure you get checked in time. Learn more here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
GOW will be back next week!

ROOM 7609
Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Rusty and Randy are our two newest (maybe re-newest) Soulmates. Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 


For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKWe welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at...]]>3907austin,buildings,central,city,dan,detroit,elrick,grande,hall,historic,michigan,ml,olympia,packard,rencen,train,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Pro-Israel U.S. Senate candidate Haley Stevens and U-M Board of Regent member Jordan Acker, who is Jewish, were shouted down at Sunday's Michigan Democratic Party endorsement convention. ML was shocked by the hostility, and Deadline Detroit Editor Allan Lengel says it may be a sign there is an anti-Semitic streak running through the party. Read his column on the subject here.

Democrats angry with Joe Biden over U.S. policy in Gaza cost presidential candidate Kamala Harris her chance to beat Donald Trump in Michigan 2024. ML, Marc and Allan discuss whether pro-Palestinian sentiment now is making Jews feel unwelcome in the Michigan Democratic Party.

ML asks Marc, the youngest guy in the room, if he has noticed that progressives seem to be increasingly anti-Israeli.

Marc says subtlety and nuance are missing from politics these days, but ML nevertheless says there are factors beyond anti-Israeli sentiment that may have caused Democratic delegates to disrespect Stevens and Acker. He discusses them in his upcoming On Guard column at the Free Press, but gives us a sneak preview on the show.

Democratic presidential hopefuls Kamala Harris, Corey Booker and Andy Beshear came to town Saturday, and Beshear delivered a message that ML, Marc and Allan say could save the party. 
 
Should Harris run for president again? ML, Marc and Allan discuss.

ML says Saturday night was definitive proof that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is not running for president. But he says that doesn't mean she doesn't want to move to Washington.

Allan has been covering Taryn Asher's fight with Fox 2 more closely than any reporter in town. He gives his take on the story -- and where it may be heading.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Marc and ML finally find something about college football on which they agree ... until they don't.

ROOM 7609
Mr. Magoo books Kirsty MacColl into the New Wave suite to perform "Walking Down Madison," causing Marc to pull a Shawn. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKWe welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Facebook at “M.L. Elrick” and InstaGram at ml_elrick and, if the @elrick account ever gets unhacked, on X


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71528441Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:13:49 +0000ML ElrickDeadline Detroit thinks the Michigan Democratic Party may have a Jewish problem. Editor Allan Lengel tells ML and Marc what that means.  STRAIGHT DOPE...
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Pro-Israel U.S. Senate candidate Haley Stevens and U-M Board of Regent member Jordan Acker, who is Jewish, were shouted down at Sunday's Michigan Democratic Party endorsement convention. ML was shocked by the hostility, and Deadline Detroit Editor Allan Lengel says it may be a sign there is an anti-Semitic streak running through the party. Read his column on the subject here.

Democrats angry with Joe Biden over U.S. policy in Gaza cost presidential candidate Kamala Harris her chance to beat Donald Trump in Michigan 2024. ML, Marc and Allan discuss whether pro-Palestinian sentiment now is making Jews feel unwelcome in the Michigan Democratic Party.

ML asks Marc, the youngest guy in the room, if he has noticed that progressives seem to be increasingly anti-Israeli.

Marc says subtlety and nuance are missing from politics these days, but ML nevertheless says there are factors beyond anti-Israeli sentiment that may have caused Democratic delegates to disrespect Stevens and Acker. He discusses them in his upcoming On Guard column at the Free Press, but gives us a sneak preview on the show.

Democratic presidential hopefuls Kamala Harris, Corey Booker and Andy Beshear came to town Saturday, and Beshear delivered a message that ML, Marc and Allan say could save the party. 
 
Should Harris run for president again? ML, Marc and Allan discuss.

ML says Saturday night was definitive proof that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is not running for president. But he says that doesn't mean she doesn't want to move to Washington.

Allan has been covering Taryn Asher's fight with Fox 2 more closely than any reporter in town. He gives his take on the story -- and where it may be heading.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Marc and ML finally find something about college football on which they agree ... until they don't.

ROOM 7609
Mr. Magoo books Kirsty MacColl into the New Wave suite to perform "Walking Down Madison," causing Marc to pull a Shawn. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Come hang with us! For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKWe welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at...]]>3989acker,allan,beshear,deadline,democrats,detroit,dnc,elrick,lengal,makled,mcdonald,michigan,ml,savit,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
TUESDAY SPECIAL: Get 15% off tickets to TONIGHT's (4/14) U.S. Open Cup match with MLS side Chicago Fire by using promo code SOUL at http://www.detcityfc.com/tickets. Then catch up with ML before the game at Bumbo's!

ML starts the show congratulating the new national champions in a college sport ... just not the one you might expect. Listen and learn which victors he's hailing. (Sorry, Tommy!)

This week's intro says ML will be a friend to the friendless, prompting him to wonder whether the friendless would even want a friend who is friendless himself?

Retired Detroit City Football Club captain Stephen Carroll zooms in to explain DCFC's involvement in a new 7-on-7 tournament in which Le Rouge's men and women will compete together against some international soccer stars for a $1 million prize.

Stephen hails from Cork, where he was playing soccer until a college in Tennessee recruited him to play in America. Within days of arriving on campus, he met the woman who would become his wife. Erika asks him to tell all about their lovely love story.

ML, who is headed back to Ireland next month, asks Stephen to recommend some of his favorite places. Amazingly, it turns out ML's favorite pub in Cork is the Stephen's mother's local. ML says he knew he'd like it when he saw it was a Ford(e) pub and read the ominous sign on the front door.

Marc just got back from Puerto Rico, where he watched his Wolverines buy, er, win a national championship while his daughter coped with a 103-degree fever. They left the medical facility with a trophy -- and no bill!

Erika is hot on the trail of a story about a mom pissed off that her son was pissed on in a widening local high school wrestling scandal in which at least one person's career went, ahem, down the drain. Watch her story here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Life insurance pitchman Mike Slater is ML's geek, until Marc convinces him now-former congressman and California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swawell needs the win more.


ROOM 7609
Listener Kevin marks the sixth anniversary of the Soul of Detroit by booking Morrissey into the New Wave suite to performance his new chanson "Make Up Is A Lie." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Miguel sends a few Euros to fund ML's Irish excursion and Randy becomes our newest Soulmate! Easter is over, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKWilliam asks a question about golf, which ML answers with a question: "Who cares about golf?!?" We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71320976Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:25:25 +0000ML ElrickErika, a $1 million soccer challenge, a DCFC legend, an epic Irish pub and a discount on an MLS game -- how much more good stuff could we pack into one podcast?!? STRAIGHT DOPE http://www.detcityfc.com/tickets.http://www.detcityfc.com/tickets. ML...
STRAIGHT DOPE
TUESDAY SPECIAL: Get 15% off tickets to TONIGHT's (4/14) U.S. Open Cup match with MLS side Chicago Fire by using promo code SOUL at http://www.detcityfc.com/tickets. Then catch up with ML before the game at Bumbo's!

ML starts the show congratulating the new national champions in a college sport ... just not the one you might expect. Listen and learn which victors he's hailing. (Sorry, Tommy!)

This week's intro says ML will be a friend to the friendless, prompting him to wonder whether the friendless would even want a friend who is friendless himself?

Retired Detroit City Football Club captain Stephen Carroll zooms in to explain DCFC's involvement in a new 7-on-7 tournament in which Le Rouge's men and women will compete together against some international soccer stars for a $1 million prize.

Stephen hails from Cork, where he was playing soccer until a college in Tennessee recruited him to play in America. Within days of arriving on campus, he met the woman who would become his wife. Erika asks him to tell all about their lovely love story.

ML, who is headed back to Ireland next month, asks Stephen to recommend some of his favorite places. Amazingly, it turns out ML's favorite pub in Cork is the Stephen's mother's local. ML says he knew he'd like it when he saw it was a Ford(e) pub and read the ominous sign on the front door.

Marc just got back from Puerto Rico, where he watched his Wolverines buy, er, win a national championship while his daughter coped with a 103-degree fever. They left the medical facility with a trophy -- and no bill!

Erika is hot on the trail of a story about a mom pissed off that her son was pissed on in a widening local high school wrestling scandal in which at least one person's career went, ahem, down the drain. Watch her story here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Life insurance pitchman Mike Slater is ML's geek, until Marc convinces him now-former congressman and California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swawell needs the win more.


ROOM 7609
Listener Kevin marks the sixth anniversary of the Soul of Detroit by booking Morrissey into the New Wave suite to performance his new chanson "Make Up Is A Lie." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
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STRAIGHT DOPE
ML compares Marc to a Biblical figure, even though the only miracle he's trying to pull off is getting out of town with his family.

In our last episode, ML told Marc what he would look for at Mayor Mary Sheffield's first State of the City address. Here's what he wrote after attending the speech.

Long before he created the Hall of Shame, legendary Fox 2 Problem Solver Rob Wolchek reveals that he was known as "Scott Roberts" and how he reclaimed his name when he came to Detroit. Kind of.

Rob shares his retirement plan, his wife's skepticism, and why he's hoping Detroit classic rocker WOMC-FM gives him a call.

Marc reminds Rob about the time he busted Otis, a scammer who pretended he worked for WRIF to run a hustle -- and who took a swing at Rob and his photographer before he was inducted into the Hall of Shame.

Listen and learn about legendary Fox 2 Special Projects photographer Keith J -- and what he and BA Baracus of the "A Team" have in common.

Rob reveals what it takes to be a Problem Solver photographer -- and why it's not for everyone.

"Survivor" legend Michael Skupin was one of Rob's most memorable busts. Listen and learn what made this case so memorable.

Rob updates us on the leader of a cult-like organization he put in the Hall of Shame.

In one of his most amazing investigations, Rob busted thieves who were selling stolen goods from a gas station in Detroit -- including camera gear stolen from someone who helped out at ML's annual Clark Park outdoor charity hockey game! 

Right after the USA won Olympic gold in hockey, Darren McCarty drops in to discuss legendary coaches.

After ML asks Darren if he watched "Miracle," the Red Wing legend says Herb Brooks was like Scotty Bowman -- all he cared about was winning.

Darren played for Bowman and his successor, Mike Babcock. He said one difference between the two Stanley Cup-winning coaches is that Babcock used to "top to bottom." Then he explains what that means.
 
Darren explains why Babcock needed him for the 2008 Stanley Cup runs.

Bowman vs Babcock. Darren compares the two legendary coaches, and works in a "Game of Thrones" analogy.

Darren drops some serious wisdom, including "If you take the lesson, it's not a loss," and "When the guy next to you is more important that you are to yourself, then you're ready to win." DEEP!!!

ML asks if coaches do better if they treat everyone the same. Darren can't believe his ears -- and sets ML straight.

ML tries to show he understands by telling a Sir Alex Ferguson story. Darren says everyone needs to get respect, but everyone needs to get it differently.

Darren says the best coaches know which buttons to push. And it helps if they care.

You'll never guess who Darren's two favorite coaches are. Listen and learn.

Darren tells how thumping Claude Lemieux -- and scoring the OT winner -- helped prime the Red Wings for the beginning of their most recent dynasty.

Our NEW bonus episode is now available! Soulmates can relive our live event at the Cadieux Cafe, when we dazzled the crowd with a mixture of Detroit and Irish trivia. 

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

OUR BENEFACTORS
Just in time for Easter, we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 


For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link.

FEEDBACKWe welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71117703Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:46:54 +0000ML ElrickRob Wolchek and Darren McCarty star in this bonus-laden episode Marc put together so ML would let him leave town. Plus- Elrick wants to avoid Michigan's National Championship. STRAIGHT DOPE ML compares Marc to a Biblical figure, even though the only...
STRAIGHT DOPE
ML compares Marc to a Biblical figure, even though the only miracle he's trying to pull off is getting out of town with his family.

In our last episode, ML told Marc what he would look for at Mayor Mary Sheffield's first State of the City address. Here's what he wrote after attending the speech.

Long before he created the Hall of Shame, legendary Fox 2 Problem Solver Rob Wolchek reveals that he was known as "Scott Roberts" and how he reclaimed his name when he came to Detroit. Kind of.

Rob shares his retirement plan, his wife's skepticism, and why he's hoping Detroit classic rocker WOMC-FM gives him a call.

Marc reminds Rob about the time he busted Otis, a scammer who pretended he worked for WRIF to run a hustle -- and who took a swing at Rob and his photographer before he was inducted into the Hall of Shame.

Listen and learn about legendary Fox 2 Special Projects photographer Keith J -- and what he and BA Baracus of the "A Team" have in common.

Rob reveals what it takes to be a Problem Solver photographer -- and why it's not for everyone.

"Survivor" legend Michael Skupin was one of Rob's most memorable busts. Listen and learn what made this case so memorable.

Rob updates us on the leader of a cult-like organization he put in the Hall of Shame.

In one of his most amazing investigations, Rob busted thieves who were selling stolen goods from a gas station in Detroit -- including camera gear stolen from someone who helped out at ML's annual Clark Park outdoor charity hockey game! 

Right after the USA won Olympic gold in hockey, Darren McCarty drops in to discuss legendary coaches.

After ML asks Darren if he watched "Miracle," the Red Wing legend says Herb Brooks was like Scotty Bowman -- all he cared about was winning.

Darren played for Bowman and his successor, Mike Babcock. He said one difference between the two Stanley Cup-winning coaches is that Babcock used to "top to bottom." Then he explains what that means.
 
Darren explains why Babcock needed him for the 2008 Stanley Cup runs.

Bowman vs Babcock. Darren compares the two legendary coaches, and works in a "Game of Thrones" analogy.

Darren drops some serious wisdom, including "If you take the lesson, it's not a loss," and "When the guy next to you is more important that you are to yourself, then you're ready to win." DEEP!!!

ML asks if coaches do better if they treat everyone the same. Darren can't believe his ears -- and sets ML straight.

ML tries to show he understands by telling a Sir Alex Ferguson story. Darren says everyone needs to get respect, but everyone needs to get it differently.

Darren says the best coaches know which buttons to push. And it helps if they care.

You'll never guess who Darren's two favorite coaches are. Listen and learn.

Darren tells how thumping Claude Lemieux -- and scoring the OT winner -- helped prime the Red Wings for the beginning of their most recent dynasty.

Our NEW bonus episode is now available! Soulmates can relive our live event at the Cadieux Cafe, when we dazzled the crowd with a mixture of Detroit and Irish trivia. 

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: 4402darren,detroit,dmac,elrick,fox,fox2,freep,hall,hockey,mccarty,michigan,ml,reporters,shame,windsor,wolchekfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
LIMITED TIME OFFER: You could get FREE tickets to Wednesday's (4/1) 7:30 p.m. U.S. Open Cup match between DCFC v. Flint Bucks FC in Grand Blanc. Go to https://tickets.uslleaguetwo.com/ and enter the promo code SOULCUP at checkout. The number of free tickets are limited, so act fast! 

ML had one of his worst sports weekends ever. His Spartans blew TWO chances to make a Final Four -- in basketball and hockey -- while Marc's Wolverine's advanced. So Marc asks who ML will be cheering for next weekend.

It was a busy week at the ol' truth factory, as ML exposed state lawmakers who got paid mileage for going to the Capitol without attending House sessions, spent an afternoon at the Michigan Republican Party convention and finagled a pass to Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield's upcoming State of the City address.
Read all about the lawmakers' antics here.
Read all about the Republicans' antics here.

With Shawn gone, Marc and ML dive into the latest Kilpatrick controversy, this time involving how the broke former mayor of Detroit ended up in a nearly $900,000 home in Novi -- and whether he's about to lose it.

After the show, ML is looking forward to attending the current mayor's State of the City address. Marc asks what he expects to hear, and ML explains how he'll be looking for more than the obvious.

Mary Sheffield's first State of the City brings the conversation around to Kilpatrick's last State of the City. ML tells some behind-the-scenes stories about how Kilpatrick went so far off script -- and where he came up with his claims that he and his family had been called names and threatened. 

Shawn hits the road to cover the Wolverines in the Elite 8. But which Wolverines? Read his latest column to find out.

Our new bonus episode is coming soon for Soulmates! In the meantime, enjoy our most recent, in which Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML nominates Meatball Ron for groveling while Marc chooses the Secret Service agent who shot himself in the butt looking for his cell phone.

ROOM 7609
Listener Mike JohnsTon recounts an epic tale of meeting Wesley Willis and buying some CDs from him -- even though he only meant to buy one. In keeping with that spirit, Marc plays Mike's choice "Make My Joyplane Crash and Burn" and the much shorter "Osama bin Laden." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Just in time for Easter, we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKBob asks a question the feds are probably wondering, too: How did Kilpatrick get his mortgage? We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71024252Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:10:46 +0000ML ElrickKwame Kilpatrick is back in the news and Shawn is gone, so ML and Marc catch up on Hizzoner's latest caper as well as reveal some secrets behind a few of his greatest hits. STRAIGHT DOPE LIMITED TIME OFFER: You could get FREE tickets to Wednesday's...
STRAIGHT DOPE
LIMITED TIME OFFER: You could get FREE tickets to Wednesday's (4/1) 7:30 p.m. U.S. Open Cup match between DCFC v. Flint Bucks FC in Grand Blanc. Go to https://tickets.uslleaguetwo.com/ and enter the promo code SOULCUP at checkout. The number of free tickets are limited, so act fast! 

ML had one of his worst sports weekends ever. His Spartans blew TWO chances to make a Final Four -- in basketball and hockey -- while Marc's Wolverine's advanced. So Marc asks who ML will be cheering for next weekend.

It was a busy week at the ol' truth factory, as ML exposed state lawmakers who got paid mileage for going to the Capitol without attending House sessions, spent an afternoon at the Michigan Republican Party convention and finagled a pass to Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield's upcoming State of the City address.
Read all about the lawmakers' antics here.
Read all about the Republicans' antics here.

With Shawn gone, Marc and ML dive into the latest Kilpatrick controversy, this time involving how the broke former mayor of Detroit ended up in a nearly $900,000 home in Novi -- and whether he's about to lose it.

After the show, ML is looking forward to attending the current mayor's State of the City address. Marc asks what he expects to hear, and ML explains how he'll be looking for more than the obvious.

Mary Sheffield's first State of the City brings the conversation around to Kilpatrick's last State of the City. ML tells some behind-the-scenes stories about how Kilpatrick went so far off script -- and where he came up with his claims that he and his family had been called names and threatened. 

Shawn hits the road to cover the Wolverines in the Elite 8. But which Wolverines? Read his latest column to find out.

Our new bonus episode is coming soon for Soulmates! In the meantime, enjoy our most recent, in which Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML nominates Meatball Ron for groveling while Marc chooses the Secret Service agent who shot himself in the butt looking for his cell phone.
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STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: The first five new Soulmates, listeners with suggestions for Room 7609 or who send feedback will receive four tickets to the April 1st U.S. Open Cup match between DCFC v. Flint Bucks FC in Grand Blanc. Everyone else can buy tickets here.

ML starts the day with a flat tire -- and immediate blames the Michigan Wolverines, who are on track to win national championships in basketball and hockey. Marc diagnoses him with Chump Derangement Syndrome.

Shawn and ML are both dragging after staying up til 3 AM Monday night. Shawn was working on his latest Free Press sports column, while ML was trying to get numbers to line up in the right columns.

Have you ever heard of a "pee card?" Shawn just got one that lets him cut lines in case of emergency. He explains how it is supposed to help protect the public from biohazards.

Marc, ML and Shawn debate the ethics of using a handicap placard to park if you are not injured, prompting ML to question whether it's OK to use the big stall in a public restroom.

Do you prefer hotels or AirBNB? The crew weighs in with their choices.

A New Zealand teacher, a Florida content creator and a neurosurgeon all got in trouble for hobbies they should have done at home, instead of in public. Listen to learn more.

ML's latest column was about Sunshine Week -- a 7-day effort to increase transparency in government. Hit the link to learn how Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reversed course on their claims that they want to make the state's Freedom of Information Act apply to the Legislature and governor.

Catch's Shawn's latest column here.

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Olympian Jack Hughes complained that he didn't have his golden goal, then said he didn't want it after all. ML wonders whether that makes him a geek, or a cool guy?

ROOM 7609
Seems Shawn got ANOTHER powerful pass -- one that allows him to cancel this week's musical selection. Please show him who's boss and send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Just in time for Easter, we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Isaac thinks the refs are on the take, prompting Shawn and Marc to opine. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70856219Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:25:58 +0000ML ElrickShawn got a pee pass that lets him cut the line in an emergency, prompting Marc and ML to wonder where they can get one of these amazing documents.  STRAIGHT DOPE SPECIAL OFFER: https://tickets.uslleaguetwo.com/ ML starts the day with a flat tire --...
STRAIGHT DOPE
SPECIAL OFFER: The first five new Soulmates, listeners with suggestions for Room 7609 or who send feedback will receive four tickets to the April 1st U.S. Open Cup match between DCFC v. Flint Bucks FC in Grand Blanc. Everyone else can buy tickets here.

ML starts the day with a flat tire -- and immediate blames the Michigan Wolverines, who are on track to win national championships in basketball and hockey. Marc diagnoses him with Chump Derangement Syndrome.

Shawn and ML are both dragging after staying up til 3 AM Monday night. Shawn was working on his latest Free Press sports column, while ML was trying to get numbers to line up in the right columns.

Have you ever heard of a "pee card?" Shawn just got one that lets him cut lines in case of emergency. He explains how it is supposed to help protect the public from biohazards.

Marc, ML and Shawn debate the ethics of using a handicap placard to park if you are not injured, prompting ML to question whether it's OK to use the big stall in a public restroom.

Do you prefer hotels or AirBNB? The crew weighs in with their choices.

A New Zealand teacher, a Florida content creator and a neurosurgeon all got in trouble for hobbies they should have done at home, instead of in public. Listen to learn more.

ML's latest column was about Sunshine Week -- a 7-day effort to increase transparency in government. Hit the link to learn how Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reversed course on their claims that they want to make the state's Freedom of Information Act apply to the Legislature and governor.

Catch's Shawn's latest column here.

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Olympian Jack Hughes complained that he didn't have his golden goal, then said he didn't want it after all. ML wonders whether that makes him a geek, or a cool guy?

ROOM 7609
Seems Shawn got ANOTHER powerful pass -- one that allows him to cancel this week's musical selection. Please show him who's boss and send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story —...]]>3210bathrooms,card,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,michigan,ml,news,press,urine,weird,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liars-liars-march-17-2026--70690701
STRAIGHT DOPE
We're recording on St. Patrick's Day, so ML starts off with a phrase Americans believe the Irish use every day -- but that he's never heard the Irish utter. Shawn inquires about ML's Irish bona fides and work record on the Emerald Isle.

ML's most recent trip to Ireland involved a visit to a family graveyard that had him wondering if he might be a distant relative for former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. Find out what happened when he asked Hizzoner about the possible intersection of the roots on their family trees.

Marc and ML recorded an interview with a newsmaker before Shawn made the scene, a situation that he struggled to process as Marc and ML try desperately to get the show off the ground.

It's Sunshine Week -- a 7-day effort to increase transparency in government -- so ML wrote about how Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reversed course on their claims that they want to make the state's Freedom of Information Act apply to the Legislature and governor. Read all about it here.

Listen to Matt Hall's press conference here.

State Sen. Jeremy Moss, a Bloomfield Township Democrat, has been working for a decade to expand FOIA so you can get access to government records that will help reveal what state lawmakers are up to. He tells us how he feels about the Speaker and Governor's flipflops.

Is there any hope that we'll ever get a peek at the records that could reveal what's REALLY going on in Lansing? Moss offers a couple plans that might work. Then ML and Marc discuss how there's got to be a better way.

ML and Marc discuss the attack on Temple Israel last week -- and what we should do.

Faith comes up after Shawn arrives, just in time to challenge ML's Catholicism. Marc says he goes to church mainly to sing -- embarrass his children!

Shawn was SUPPOSED to ease back into work. Instead, he wrote FOUR columns last week! Here's his latest, in which he declares the Lions dead already!!! 

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Kouri Richins won't win any awards for the book she self-published about dealing with grief in the wake of her husband's death, but she wins GOW for being convicted of murdering him. Hear all about it here!

ROOM 7609
With no listener suggestions, ML takes over and books The Pogues to perform "Dirty Old Town" in the New Wave suite for St. Paddy's day. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
William finally gets his due for giving us some green. Thanks for your patience -- and your money! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link.

FEEDBACKML said he knew Thomas couldn't keep his pledge not to listen to the show any more. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70690701Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:35:18 +0000ML ElrickThe Governor and Speaker of the House flipflopped on their claims they want you to have access to information about what the hell goes on in Lansing. A state senator who has been working to expand Michigan's Freedom of Information Act joins ML and...
STRAIGHT DOPE
We're recording on St. Patrick's Day, so ML starts off with a phrase Americans believe the Irish use every day -- but that he's never heard the Irish utter. Shawn inquires about ML's Irish bona fides and work record on the Emerald Isle.

ML's most recent trip to Ireland involved a visit to a family graveyard that had him wondering if he might be a distant relative for former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. Find out what happened when he asked Hizzoner about the possible intersection of the roots on their family trees.

Marc and ML recorded an interview with a newsmaker before Shawn made the scene, a situation that he struggled to process as Marc and ML try desperately to get the show off the ground.

It's Sunshine Week -- a 7-day effort to increase transparency in government -- so ML wrote about how Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reversed course on their claims that they want to make the state's Freedom of Information Act apply to the Legislature and governor. Read all about it here.

Listen to Matt Hall's press conference here.

State Sen. Jeremy Moss, a Bloomfield Township Democrat, has been working for a decade to expand FOIA so you can get access to government records that will help reveal what state lawmakers are up to. He tells us how he feels about the Speaker and Governor's flipflops.

Is there any hope that we'll ever get a peek at the records that could reveal what's REALLY going on in Lansing? Moss offers a couple plans that might work. Then ML and Marc discuss how there's got to be a better way.

ML and Marc discuss the attack on Temple Israel last week -- and what we should do.

Faith comes up after Shawn arrives, just in time to challenge ML's Catholicism. Marc says he goes to church mainly to sing -- embarrass his children!

Shawn was SUPPOSED to ease back into work. Instead, he wrote FOUR columns last week! Here's his latest, in which he declares the Lions dead already!!! 

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: 3577falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Shawn is back in the basement ... and in a bit of a fog. But it's nothing like the fog ML went through to get to Rob Wolchek's going away party. ML gives an account of the festivities, where the dean of the Hall of Shame seemed both flattered by the attention -- and overwhelmed by it.

ML offers a hot take on Novi, prompting Shawn and Marc to defend Kwame Kilpatrick's current hometown.

Shawn went back to work last week for the Wolverine-Spartan clash at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor. He reveals that he was a bundle of nerves as he FINALLY put in an honest day's work.

ML buys into the narrative that Tom Izzo versus Dusty May epitomizes the change in college sports, with the old-time coach who develops players taking on the coach who signs the best talent money can buy. Marc says, in so many words, "Get it over it!"

If you missed Shawn's column on the game, read it here.

Even in the off season, people love to talk Detroit Lions. ML doesn't, of course, but Marc and Shawn get you caught up on the latest ... while ML learns how to pronounce "Anzalone."

Speaking of "Anal Zones," Shawn shares stories about what he describes as "balloons up my butt."

Catch ML at the Cadieux Cafe on St. Paddy's Day from about 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. doing Detroit and Irish trivia. There will be drink specials and live music all day! Find out more here.

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst. 

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here:  Disorder in the court! Referee with problematic past removed after report.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
The Detroit Tigers' failure to sign Tarik Skubal to a long-term contract, as well as their low-ball arbitration offer, makes them this week's geek.

ROOM 7609
Herman books Black Rebel Motorcycle Club into the New Wave suite to preform "Conscience Killer." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Keith makes a generous donation and David becomes our newest Soulmate! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show. 

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKShawn inspired James to share his story before ML goes ham on Thomas. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70574465Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:18:06 +0000ML ElrickShawn shares his adventures with balloons before ML goes ham on a (former?) listener. STRAIGHT DOPE Shawn is back in the basement ... and in a bit of a fog. But it's nothing like the fog ML went through to get to Rob Wolchek's going away party. ML...
STRAIGHT DOPE
Shawn is back in the basement ... and in a bit of a fog. But it's nothing like the fog ML went through to get to Rob Wolchek's going away party. ML gives an account of the festivities, where the dean of the Hall of Shame seemed both flattered by the attention -- and overwhelmed by it.

ML offers a hot take on Novi, prompting Shawn and Marc to defend Kwame Kilpatrick's current hometown.

Shawn went back to work last week for the Wolverine-Spartan clash at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor. He reveals that he was a bundle of nerves as he FINALLY put in an honest day's work.

ML buys into the narrative that Tom Izzo versus Dusty May epitomizes the change in college sports, with the old-time coach who develops players taking on the coach who signs the best talent money can buy. Marc says, in so many words, "Get it over it!"

If you missed Shawn's column on the game, read it here.

Even in the off season, people love to talk Detroit Lions. ML doesn't, of course, but Marc and Shawn get you caught up on the latest ... while ML learns how to pronounce "Anzalone."

Speaking of "Anal Zones," Shawn shares stories about what he describes as "balloons up my butt."

Catch ML at the Cadieux Cafe on St. Paddy's Day from about 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. doing Detroit and Irish trivia. There will be drink specials and live music all day! Find out more here.

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst. 

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here:  Disorder in the court! Referee with problematic past removed after report.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK
The Detroit Tigers' failure to sign Tarik Skubal to a long-term contract, as well as their low-ball arbitration offer, makes them this week's geek.

ROOM 7609
Herman books Black Rebel Motorcycle Club into the New Wave suite to preform "Conscience Killer." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Keith makes a generous donation and David becomes our newest Soulmate! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join...]]>3599basketball,colon,detroit,elrick,free,freep,michigan,ml,msu,news,press,state,surgery,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
You may know him from X as Darko State News, the Spartan fan and hardcore news man, but to the rest of us he's just Justin Spiro. Justin/Darko State News zooms in to discuss the Coach LaTroy Lewis scandal that even the national media jumped on -- citing his work -- and how it turned into another facet of the Sherrone Moore debacle.

Darko discusses how he gets his scoops -- and says he was the first to report on Moore's problems back in October 2024.

Marc asks Darko if he has an edge over the competition in the mainstream media because he's his own boss and can publish as soon as HE is ready. 

Darko acknowledges that he has a competitive advantage, but still feels there are a lot of cover-up artists in the media. He names names. 

Marc asks Darko why Lewis' accuser didn't go to the police sooner.

ML asks Darko why Lewis' accuser is speaking out now.

Darko teases a new U-M scoop -- and discusses how the scandals surrounding Wolverine football reflect on Jim Harbaugh's legacy.

Turns out NO ONE likes Warde Manuel. The question is: When will he get the ax?

To the surprise and delight of all, Shawn zooms in to discuss his dance with death -- and the road to recovery.

Shawn apologizes to the CVS worker who took a blast from his bag during a recent visit. And that's not the only tale he has to tell about his intestinal farti-itude.

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst. 

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here:  Disorder in the court! Referee with problematic past removed after report.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on PatreonPodcast


GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML cops out and asks YOU to read his latest On Guard government watchdog column and decide if Wayne County Circuit court officials are geeks. Here's a link.

ROOM 7609
After passing on the chance to play "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" in honor of Shawn, ML promises to play Herman's suggestion next week. In the meantime... Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
William generously made a one-time gift to the show. We'll thank him during the show next week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKWe welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70418494Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:31:00 +0000ML ElrickDarko State News talks about his big scoop on the latest Sherrone Moore scandal before Shawn Windsor steals the show by zooming in to tell fart stories! STRAIGHT DOPE You may know him from X as Darko State News, the Spartan fan and hardcore news man,...
STRAIGHT DOPE
You may know him from X as Darko State News, the Spartan fan and hardcore news man, but to the rest of us he's just Justin Spiro. Justin/Darko State News zooms in to discuss the Coach LaTroy Lewis scandal that even the national media jumped on -- citing his work -- and how it turned into another facet of the Sherrone Moore debacle.

Darko discusses how he gets his scoops -- and says he was the first to report on Moore's problems back in October 2024.

Marc asks Darko if he has an edge over the competition in the mainstream media because he's his own boss and can publish as soon as HE is ready. 

Darko acknowledges that he has a competitive advantage, but still feels there are a lot of cover-up artists in the media. He names names. 

Marc asks Darko why Lewis' accuser didn't go to the police sooner.

ML asks Darko why Lewis' accuser is speaking out now.

Darko teases a new U-M scoop -- and discusses how the scandals surrounding Wolverine football reflect on Jim Harbaugh's legacy.

Turns out NO ONE likes Warde Manuel. The question is: When will he get the ax?

To the surprise and delight of all, Shawn zooms in to discuss his dance with death -- and the road to recovery.

Shawn apologizes to the CVS worker who took a blast from his bag during a recent visit. And that's not the only tale he has to tell about his intestinal farti-itude.

Our new bonus episode is here -- and it's free for Soulmates! Detroit Red Wing legend Darren McCarty talks about his favorite coaches -- and bags on one of the best coaches he had, who is also one of the worst. 

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here:  Disorder in the court! Referee with problematic past removed after report.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on PatreonPodcast


GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML cops out and asks YOU to read his latest On Guard government watchdog column and decide if Wayne County Circuit court officials are geeks. Here's a link.4133darko,detroit,elrick,football,free,freep,harbaugh,latroy,lewis,michigan,ml,news,press,spiro,state,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Darren McCarty has wrestled with his share of demons -- from Claude Lemieux to addiction -- and now he wants to help kids build confidence through his Grind Time wrestling program. Hear all about it here!

Darren schools ML on "death match wrestling," and a number of other grappling genres.

Wrestling is about more than athleticism, and Darren says personality is just as important as physicality.

Grind Time has big plans for a wrestling event on 313 day -- that's March 13 to those of you unsavvy to Detroit's area code and calendars. Use this link to find out more.

It's tough to talk for very long with D Mac without the topic of cannabis coming up, and this visit is no exception. Darren talks about how cannabis helps manage pain and gives his tips on responsible cannabis use. 

We've all made mistakes, but not all of us learn from them. Darren drops some wisdom that rang to true to ML that he immediately wrote it down: "If you take the lesson, it's not a loss."

Marc and ML couldn't let Darren go without asking him what he thought about the Olympic gold medal hockey game. But first, D Mac discloses how Meltdown caused him to cheer for Team Canada the last time NHL players met in the Olympics.

Miracle on Ice coach Herb Brooks was no picnic. So ML and Marc ask D Mac to stick around to record a bonus episode discussing some of the epic coaches he's played for. The episode will drop soon and is free for our Soulmates!  

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
What do Kwame Kilpatrick and Kash Patel have in common? Listen and learn.

ROOM 7609
This week's video may be better than the song, but Soulmates can judge for themselves as the Zambonis play "I'm a Puck" in the New Wave suite. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Boo-hoo for us -- we had no new Soulmates or donors this week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKIt's family week, as ML's mom and cousin weigh in. Then Mr. Magoo inadvertently triggers Marc's unbridled enthusiasm for orangutans. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70252181Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:57:18 +0000ML ElrickDarren McCarty is into wrestling, but ML and Marc are lovers, not fighters, so they ask D Mac to tell them all about his new Grind Time wrestling program. STRAIGHT DOPE Darren McCarty has wrestled with his share of demons -- from Claude Lemieux to...
STRAIGHT DOPE
Darren McCarty has wrestled with his share of demons -- from Claude Lemieux to addiction -- and now he wants to help kids build confidence through his Grind Time wrestling program. Hear all about it here!

Darren schools ML on "death match wrestling," and a number of other grappling genres.

Wrestling is about more than athleticism, and Darren says personality is just as important as physicality.

Grind Time has big plans for a wrestling event on 313 day -- that's March 13 to those of you unsavvy to Detroit's area code and calendars. Use this link to find out more.

It's tough to talk for very long with D Mac without the topic of cannabis coming up, and this visit is no exception. Darren talks about how cannabis helps manage pain and gives his tips on responsible cannabis use. 

We've all made mistakes, but not all of us learn from them. Darren drops some wisdom that rang to true to ML that he immediately wrote it down: "If you take the lesson, it's not a loss."

Marc and ML couldn't let Darren go without asking him what he thought about the Olympic gold medal hockey game. But first, D Mac discloses how Meltdown caused him to cheer for Team Canada the last time NHL players met in the Olympics.

Miracle on Ice coach Herb Brooks was no picnic. So ML and Marc ask D Mac to stick around to record a bonus episode discussing some of the epic coaches he's played for. The episode will drop soon and is free for our Soulmates!  

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
What do Kwame Kilpatrick and Kash Patel have in common? Listen and learn.

ROOM 7609
This week's video may be better than the song, but Soulmates can judge for themselves as the Zambonis play "I'm a Puck" in the New Wave suite. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS
Boo-hoo for us -- we had no new Soulmates or donors this week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Who's Rahm Emanuel, you say? Just a former top adviser to President Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama who became a congressman, then mayor of Chicago and then ambassador to Japan and, now, maybe, a candidate for president.

Why is Rahm hanging out in a basement with ML and Marc? There's that "maybe running for president thing," but he's also pitching a plan to help recruit and train the next generation of skilled workers that companies like Ford are begging for. 

Rahm says the government should give military veterans $10,000 to get them started in training programs that will prepare them for good-paying jobs and a stable future after they have served their country. ML points out that major employers in Detroit often complain that there are plenty of applicants, but not enough with the education required to get their high-paying jobs.

ML potentially defuses an international crisis by making clear that Rahm is NOT declaring war on Japan.

Rahm stressed the importance of education, which sounds a lot like another former mayor with political aspirations: Mike Duggan. ML asks Rahm if he agrees with Duggan that one of the biggest problems in education is that Republicans set policy, then Democrats set policy, and nothing meaningful ever seems to get done.

ML asks Rahm how he feels about Duggan's claim that politics has become so partisan that the only way to get anything done is to run as an independent.

Marc asks Rahm about his proposal to ban social media for kids.

ML tries again to get Rahm to engage on America's partisan divide and, after offering a measured, even-handed response, Rahm takes a parting shot at POTUS.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML tries to appeal to both sides, but may instead have alienated everyone with his choice for this week's geek.

ROOM 7609
Julie didn't dig either Super Bowl half-time show, and says if you really want to hear someone rap in a foreign language, you should check out Falco's "Der Kommissar." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Boo-hoo for us -- we had no new Soulmates or donors this week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKDave says anyone who digs James Bond (like us) and watches (like Drew) should check out this video: https://youtu.be/9NnePpdTmts?si=fx83-8v4rr6SzYXN We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70104182Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:10:04 +0000ML ElrickPresidential candidate (?) Rahm Emanuel joins ML and Marc to talk about everything but his political ambitions.  STRAIGHT DOPE Who's Rahm Emanuel, you say? Just a former top adviser to President Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama who became a...
STRAIGHT DOPE
Who's Rahm Emanuel, you say? Just a former top adviser to President Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama who became a congressman, then mayor of Chicago and then ambassador to Japan and, now, maybe, a candidate for president.

Why is Rahm hanging out in a basement with ML and Marc? There's that "maybe running for president thing," but he's also pitching a plan to help recruit and train the next generation of skilled workers that companies like Ford are begging for. 

Rahm says the government should give military veterans $10,000 to get them started in training programs that will prepare them for good-paying jobs and a stable future after they have served their country. ML points out that major employers in Detroit often complain that there are plenty of applicants, but not enough with the education required to get their high-paying jobs.

ML potentially defuses an international crisis by making clear that Rahm is NOT declaring war on Japan.

Rahm stressed the importance of education, which sounds a lot like another former mayor with political aspirations: Mike Duggan. ML asks Rahm if he agrees with Duggan that one of the biggest problems in education is that Republicans set policy, then Democrats set policy, and nothing meaningful ever seems to get done.

ML asks Rahm how he feels about Duggan's claim that politics has become so partisan that the only way to get anything done is to run as an independent.

Marc asks Rahm about his proposal to ban social media for kids.

ML tries again to get Rahm to engage on America's partisan divide and, after offering a measured, even-handed response, Rahm takes a parting shot at POTUS.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML tries to appeal to both sides, but may instead have alienated everyone with his choice for this week's geek.

ROOM 7609
Julie didn't dig either Super Bowl half-time show, and says if you really want to hear someone rap in a foreign language, you should check out Falco's "Der Kommissar." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Boo-hoo for us -- we had no new Soulmates or donors this week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: 29192028,chicago,detroit,education,election,elrick,emanuel,media,michigan,ml,obama,president,rahm,school,social,usfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Erika and Marc excoriate ML for missing Super Bowl LX ... before acknowledging it wasn't much of a game. Still, they're not very impressed by his alibi -- participating in an American expeditionary force that challenged a Canadian Armed Forces team in a friendly hockey tournament in Quebec City.

Marc and Erika point out that, for someone who doesn't watch many Super Bowls, ML seems to know a lot about them. His most vivid memories are from driving around downtown for Local 4 during Super Bowl XL in 2006 and phoning in updates to the TV station -- as if he was working for a radio station!

Marc asks ML if he knows who Bad Bunny is. Spoiler alert: The correct answer is NOT a cartoon.

Erika loved 50 Cent's Super Bowl commercial while Marc watched both half-time shows. He offers a critique with some harsh words for country music ... which rankles country music fan and former country deejay Erika.

Marc reveals Kid Rock's new name and look ... for those of us who were in the dark because we were driving home from Windsor during the Turning Point USA alternative half-time show.

ML asks the crew if they consider the competing half-time show a sore-loser program? What do YOU think?

Not since Mike Clark was on the air has the Red Shovel Network had a member as poorly versed on pop culture as ML. So Marc hosts a round of "Stump ML." Erika expresses surprise at the results.

Our amateur sleuths weigh in the Nancy Guthrie caper. ML wonders whether the kidnappers knew who they snatched, while Marc and Erika explain why they are pretty sure this was a carefully-orchestrated heist.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts


Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML didn't think he had a good Geek, until Marc gets him talking about Kwame Kilpatrick's latest restitution hustle.

ROOM 7609
Magoo has another great tune -- and an even better story -- as he books "The Gits" into the New Wave suite to perform "Precious Blood." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Boo-hoo for us -- we had no new Soulmates or donors this week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKCurt weighs in on the "Trump Crime Family." We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69954179Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:13:49 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson is BACK! ML is, too, but from Quebec City. Marc is always here. ALWAYS. STRAIGHT DOPE Erika and Marc excoriate ML for missing Super Bowl LX ... before acknowledging it wasn't much of a game. Still, they're not very impressed by his...
STRAIGHT DOPE
Erika and Marc excoriate ML for missing Super Bowl LX ... before acknowledging it wasn't much of a game. Still, they're not very impressed by his alibi -- participating in an American expeditionary force that challenged a Canadian Armed Forces team in a friendly hockey tournament in Quebec City.

Marc and Erika point out that, for someone who doesn't watch many Super Bowls, ML seems to know a lot about them. His most vivid memories are from driving around downtown for Local 4 during Super Bowl XL in 2006 and phoning in updates to the TV station -- as if he was working for a radio station!

Marc asks ML if he knows who Bad Bunny is. Spoiler alert: The correct answer is NOT a cartoon.

Erika loved 50 Cent's Super Bowl commercial while Marc watched both half-time shows. He offers a critique with some harsh words for country music ... which rankles country music fan and former country deejay Erika.

Marc reveals Kid Rock's new name and look ... for those of us who were in the dark because we were driving home from Windsor during the Turning Point USA alternative half-time show.

ML asks the crew if they consider the competing half-time show a sore-loser program? What do YOU think?

Not since Mike Clark was on the air has the Red Shovel Network had a member as poorly versed on pop culture as ML. So Marc hosts a round of "Stump ML." Erika expresses surprise at the results.

Our amateur sleuths weigh in the Nancy Guthrie caper. ML wonders whether the kidnappers knew who they snatched, while Marc and Erika explain why they are pretty sure this was a carefully-orchestrated heist.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts


Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML didn't think he had a good Geek, until Marc gets him talking about Kwame Kilpatrick's latest restitution hustle.

ROOM 7609
Magoo has another great tune -- and an even better story -- as he books "The Gits" into the New Wave suite to perform "Precious Blood." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Boo-hoo for us -- we had no new Soulmates or donors this week. The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Soulmates already know, but the rest of you should consider joining to catch our new bonus episode with Rob Wolchek of Fox 2 News, telling some of his favorite stories from his storied career. It's exclusive to our Patreon subscribers club.

Forget what you read on ML's X account about all the money you can make "crypto mining!" He was hacked -- and only has $10 in crypto.

Charlie Langton was hacked A YEAR AGO and still can't get his X account cleared up. He dials in to tell  us how it happened -- and how X has been no help trying to get his account back online.

Charlie gave up on X. Follow him instead on InstaGram at Charlie_Langton

Jennifer Hammond was hacked, which is why her X account says she bought a new Mercedes with her crypto. She ALSO has had no luck getting her account back.

Hackers have at least inspired a little humor to the game. Hammer sent ML an X post in which a smart aleck says he used his crypto windfall to buy -- wait for it -- a YUGO!!!

Marc and ML go ham on social media, and how it seems to exist to make our lives miserable -- at great profit only for the owners.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts


Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Boxers used to say they would "knock your block off." Well, a boxer who got his toupe knocked off is this week's geek.
 
ROOM 7609
Seven Costanza books the Monks into the New Wave suite to perform "Nice Legs, Shame About Her Face," which reminds ML of an old Local 4 story from back when the station was obsessed with sex. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Adam increased his support level -- MY MAN!!! -- and Keith made a one-time donation. We appreciate each of them! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Alexis has lots of questions about all the green going into MSU sports. ML tries to keep up. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69765972Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:12:32 +0000ML ElrickCharlie Langton, Jennifer Hammond and ML are HACKED! Hear all about their troubles with X. STRAIGHT DOPE Soulmates already know, but the rest of you should consider joining to catch our new bonus episode with Rob Wolchek of Fox 2 News, telling some...
STRAIGHT DOPE
Soulmates already know, but the rest of you should consider joining to catch our new bonus episode with Rob Wolchek of Fox 2 News, telling some of his favorite stories from his storied career. It's exclusive to our Patreon subscribers club.

Forget what you read on ML's X account about all the money you can make "crypto mining!" He was hacked -- and only has $10 in crypto.

Charlie Langton was hacked A YEAR AGO and still can't get his X account cleared up. He dials in to tell  us how it happened -- and how X has been no help trying to get his account back online.

Charlie gave up on X. Follow him instead on InstaGram at Charlie_Langton

Jennifer Hammond was hacked, which is why her X account says she bought a new Mercedes with her crypto. She ALSO has had no luck getting her account back.

Hackers have at least inspired a little humor to the game. Hammer sent ML an X post in which a smart aleck says he used his crypto windfall to buy -- wait for it -- a YUGO!!!

Marc and ML go ham on social media, and how it seems to exist to make our lives miserable -- at great profit only for the owners.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts


Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

Catch ML's latest On Guard column here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK
Boxers used to say they would "knock your block off." Well, a boxer who got his toupe knocked off is this week's geek.
 
ROOM 7609
Seven Costanza books the Monks into the New Wave suite to perform "Nice Legs, Shame About Her Face," which reminds ML of an old Local 4 story from back when the station was obsessed with sex. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS
Adam increased his support level -- MY MAN!!! -- and Keith made a one-time donation. We appreciate each of them! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK
Alexis has lots of questions about all the green going into MSU sports. ML tries to keep up. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal...]]>3484charlie,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,fox2,hacked,hammer,hammond,langton,media,michigan,ml,news,social,twitter,windsor,wjbk,xfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comThe Detroit newspaper war fizzled. So ML, Marc and author Bryan Gruley look back at the last great Detroit newspaper battle for supremacy.

STRAIGHT DOPE: Before he wrote "Starvation Lake," "The Hanging Tree," and "Skeleton Box," Bryan Gruley was a Detroit News reporter who became the city's foremost expert on the Joint Operating Agreement that tied the Detroit News and Free Press together in a deal that was supposed to last 100 years. He looks back at that deal in the wake of this week's shocking announcement that the Free Press would buy the News.

Back when newspapers were 10 cents a copy -- and almost guaranteed to make double-digit profits -- the Free Press and News claimed they could not survive unless they teamed up. Bryan investigated whether they were really going broke -- or  just crying poor. His work yielded the book "Paper Losses," which he discusses with ML and Marc.

The fight over the future of the News and Free Press went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, where the court deadlocked 4-4 on whether they could combine. No one knows why one justice recused himself from the decision, but Bryan kinda thinks he might be to blame. Listen and learn why.

Journalists at the News and Free Press were shocked to learn they were about to owned by the same company. ML says it seems like a good thing in the short term. Bryan speculates on its long-term prospects.

Marc wonders whether two newspapers owned by the same company is good business. Bryan says one big newspaper with all the talent and resources would be better. ML says two competing newsrooms, even if they are owned by the same company, is good for journalism, Detroit and Michigan.

Will two newspapers with one owner continue to compete as if their survival is on the line? ML, Bryan and Marc offer their perspectives -- and how the bottom line likely depends on profit and ... the bottom line.

Bryan recalls how the Free Press Bulldog edition sorta backfired and gave the News a competitive advantage.

ML explains why the survival of the Free Press and News is so important, and why competition makes journalists better -- and exposes the frauds. 

Bryan discusses his award-winning mysteries based in Michigan, and some of the real stories that inspired his upcoming book. 

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts


Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML was going to give this week's award to a college linebacker who will play his EIGHTH season, until Marc convinces him that someone else is to blame for this debacle.
 
ROOM 7609: We're talking journalism, so there's no better guest in the New Wave suite than Joe Jackson performing "Sunday Papers." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Joel loves the behind-the-scenes journalism stories and Michael "007" Johnson takes Marc to task over Greenland. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69625748Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:57:32 +0000ML ElrickThe Detroit newspaper war fizzled. So ML, Marc and author Bryan Gruley look back at the last great Detroit newspaper battle for supremacy. STRAIGHT DOPE: Before he wrote "Starvation Lake," "The Hanging Tree," and "Skeleton Box," Bryan Gruley was a...The Detroit newspaper war fizzled. So ML, Marc and author Bryan Gruley look back at the last great Detroit newspaper battle for supremacy.

STRAIGHT DOPE: Before he wrote "Starvation Lake," "The Hanging Tree," and "Skeleton Box," Bryan Gruley was a Detroit News reporter who became the city's foremost expert on the Joint Operating Agreement that tied the Detroit News and Free Press together in a deal that was supposed to last 100 years. He looks back at that deal in the wake of this week's shocking announcement that the Free Press would buy the News.

Back when newspapers were 10 cents a copy -- and almost guaranteed to make double-digit profits -- the Free Press and News claimed they could not survive unless they teamed up. Bryan investigated whether they were really going broke -- or  just crying poor. His work yielded the book "Paper Losses," which he discusses with ML and Marc.

The fight over the future of the News and Free Press went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, where the court deadlocked 4-4 on whether they could combine. No one knows why one justice recused himself from the decision, but Bryan kinda thinks he might be to blame. Listen and learn why.

Journalists at the News and Free Press were shocked to learn they were about to owned by the same company. ML says it seems like a good thing in the short term. Bryan speculates on its long-term prospects.

Marc wonders whether two newspapers owned by the same company is good business. Bryan says one big newspaper with all the talent and resources would be better. ML says two competing newsrooms, even if they are owned by the same company, is good for journalism, Detroit and Michigan.

Will two newspapers with one owner continue to compete as if their survival is on the line? ML, Bryan and Marc offer their perspectives -- and how the bottom line likely depends on profit and ... the bottom line.

Bryan recalls how the Free Press Bulldog edition sorta backfired and gave the News a competitive advantage.

ML explains why the survival of the Free Press and News is so important, and why competition makes journalists better -- and exposes the frauds. 

Bryan discusses his award-winning mysteries based in Michigan, and some of the real stories that inspired his upcoming book. 

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts


Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML was going to give this week's award to a college linebacker who will play his EIGHTH season, until Marc convinces him that someone else is to blame for this debacle.
 
ROOM 7609: We're talking journalism, so there's no better guest in the New Wave suite than Joe Jackson performing "Sunday Papers." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get...]]>4517bryan,detroit,elrick,free,freep,joa,journalists,michigan,ml,news,press,reporters,windsor,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com 
STRAIGHT DOPE: Before getting to the news, ML is wistful about last week's guest Rob Wolchek and he and Marc recount one of Rob's greatest "Fame or Shame" segments, which involved sticking celebrity pawn broker Les Gold in a boat to see if it would float/

ML and Marc turn to the "Greenland dilemma" and wonder whether Donald Trump’s interest in Greenland is a policy goal -- or a political diversion.

Marc and ML muse over why we "can't just get along," and whether politics will ever return to bi-partisanship -- other than Democrats and Republicans both seeking the Jeffrey Epstein files to use as weapons to attack political opponents rather than to seek justice for victims.

ML says the price of shaved turkey is too damn high!

Marc asks if former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan can really win the Michigan governor's race. ML offers his insights -- and says money won't be a problem for Hizzoner.

Guess where Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is? DAVOS, SWITZERLAND! Marc thinks it's funny that the rich and powerful swear there is no international cabal running the world, then posse up in Switzerland to, well, plot how to run the world.

ML and Marc's latest disagreement over college football involves the national championship. ML rooted for the Indiana Hoosiers, while Marc put his money on the Miami Hurricanes.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: They won nothing -- and didn't even make the playoffs -- but ML hates to see the Detroit Lions go unheralded, so he tries to name them this week's geek for their inconsistent pricing policy ... until Marc butts in.
 
ROOM 7609: The Miami Hurricanes did NOT book this week's guest in the New Wave suite, but we're pretty sure they agree with West Lafayette, Indiana punk band Dow Jones and the Industrials who say they "Can't Stand the Midwest." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: Michelle is our newest Soulmate, stepping up to keep us coming back week after week! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Sharon's query about how much of her property tax goes to Detroit's pension funds prompts a Michigan tax tutorial. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69521575Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:02:40 +0000ML ElrickML is impatient for peace in Ukraine, while Marc says he's fine if we snatch Greenland. Disagreement over college football and an exploration of Mike Duggan's campaign follow.   STRAIGHT DOPE: Before getting to the news, ML is wistful about last... 
STRAIGHT DOPE: Before getting to the news, ML is wistful about last week's guest Rob Wolchek and he and Marc recount one of Rob's greatest "Fame or Shame" segments, which involved sticking celebrity pawn broker Les Gold in a boat to see if it would float/

ML and Marc turn to the "Greenland dilemma" and wonder whether Donald Trump’s interest in Greenland is a policy goal -- or a political diversion.

Marc and ML muse over why we "can't just get along," and whether politics will ever return to bi-partisanship -- other than Democrats and Republicans both seeking the Jeffrey Epstein files to use as weapons to attack political opponents rather than to seek justice for victims.

ML says the price of shaved turkey is too damn high!

Marc asks if former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan can really win the Michigan governor's race. ML offers his insights -- and says money won't be a problem for Hizzoner.

Guess where Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is? DAVOS, SWITZERLAND! Marc thinks it's funny that the rich and powerful swear there is no international cabal running the world, then posse up in Switzerland to, well, plot how to run the world.

ML and Marc's latest disagreement over college football involves the national championship. ML rooted for the Indiana Hoosiers, while Marc put his money on the Miami Hurricanes.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal: Detroit Free Press Subscription Offers, Specials, and Discounts

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: They won nothing -- and didn't even make the playoffs -- but ML hates to see the Detroit Lions go unheralded, so he tries to name them this week's geek for their inconsistent pricing policy ... until Marc butts in.
 
ROOM 7609: The Miami Hurricanes did NOT book this week's guest in the New Wave suite, but we're pretty sure they agree with West Lafayette, Indiana punk band Dow Jones and the Industrials who say they "Can't Stand the Midwest." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: Michelle is our newest Soulmate, stepping up to keep us coming back week after week! The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Sharon's query about how much of her property tax goes to Detroit's pension funds prompts a Michigan tax tutorial. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at 3938college,detroit,duggan,elrick,football,free,governor,greenland,hoosiers,hurricanes,indiana,miami,michigan,ml,press,trumpfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comRob Wolchek as he prepares for his upcoming retirement in March 2026. The team discusses the origins of the "Hall of Shame," the work that goes into a "Wolchek ambush," and his perspective on nearly three decades of reporting in Detroit.

STRAIGHT DOPE:

The Origin of the "Hall of Shame"

• The Tagline: Rob reveals that the "Hall of Shame" branding was a result of station management wanting him to have a unique identity. He rejected several "corny" suggestions.
• The Delivery: The signature deep-voiced delivery of "You’re in the Hall of Shame" came from a moment of frustration when producers kept telling him to "sell it".
• Making a Mark: An LA native, Rob felt he could be bolder in Detroit because he didn't know anyone in the city initially, allowing him to "ham it up" without self-consciousness.

The Art of the Investigation

• The "5% Rule": Rob estimates that 95% of people are good and follow the rules; his career has been dedicated to hunting the 5% who can cheat others without feeling guilt.
• Preparation over Aggression: Rob emphasizes that he isn't scared during confrontations because he is over-prepared. 
• Why Not a "Hall of Fame"?: Addressing why he doesn't highlight "good" businesses, Rob explains that "somebody doing their job is not news".

Retirement and Legacy

• The Decision: At age 67, Rob admits retirement is a "very tough decision" because he truly loves being the "Hall of Shame guy".
• The Next Generation: Rob’s son, Scott Wolchek, is now a reporter at Fox 2. Rob clarifies that he had no hand in Scott’s hiring; management didn't even tell Rob they had hired his son until two weeks after the fact.
• Coming to Detroit: Rob originally viewed Detroit as a "top 10 market" pitstop on his way back to Los Angeles. However, he "grasped down" to the city and its people, ultimately staying for 28 years

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Pennsylvania man, Jonathan Gerlach, allegedly stole human remains from graves to turn his home into a "haunted house". He was caught after leaving behind high-energy drink cans and using his Ace Hardware rewards card to buy the tools for the break-ins

ROOM 7609: A song about Rob!  Boby Standal honored Rob by writing and performing the song "Hall of Shame Hero."

FEEDBACK: Sports Journalism Ethics-  Monica wants our thoughts on the viral clip of a Jacksonville Jaguars reporter "comforting" a coach after a loss.
ML's Take: While he found the "cheerleading" cringey and embarrassing for the profession, he notes that sports press conferences are often "fraudulent" anyway.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



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STRAIGHT DOPE:

The Origin of the "Hall of Shame"

• The Tagline: Rob reveals that the "Hall of Shame" branding was a result of station management wanting him to have a unique identity. He rejected several "corny" suggestions.
• The Delivery: The signature deep-voiced delivery of "You’re in the Hall of Shame" came from a moment of frustration when producers kept telling him to "sell it".
• Making a Mark: An LA native, Rob felt he could be bolder in Detroit because he didn't know anyone in the city initially, allowing him to "ham it up" without self-consciousness.

The Art of the Investigation

• The "5% Rule": Rob estimates that 95% of people are good and follow the rules; his career has been dedicated to hunting the 5% who can cheat others without feeling guilt.
• Preparation over Aggression: Rob emphasizes that he isn't scared during confrontations because he is over-prepared. 
• Why Not a "Hall of Fame"?: Addressing why he doesn't highlight "good" businesses, Rob explains that "somebody doing their job is not news".

Retirement and Legacy

• The Decision: At age 67, Rob admits retirement is a "very tough decision" because he truly loves being the "Hall of Shame guy".
• The Next Generation: Rob’s son, Scott Wolchek, is now a reporter at Fox 2. Rob clarifies that he had no hand in Scott’s hiring; management didn't even tell Rob they had hired his son until two weeks after the fact.
• Coming to Detroit: Rob originally viewed Detroit as a "top 10 market" pitstop on his way back to Los Angeles. However, he "grasped down" to the city and its people, ultimately staying for 28 years

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Pennsylvania man, Jonathan Gerlach, allegedly stole human remains from graves to turn his home into a "haunted house". He was caught after leaving behind high-energy drink cans and using his Ace Hardware rewards card to buy the tools for the break-ins

ROOM 7609: A song about Rob!  Boby Standal honored Rob by writing and performing the song "Hall of Shame Hero."

FEEDBACK: Sports Journalism Ethics-  Monica wants our thoughts on the viral clip of a Jacksonville Jaguars reporter "comforting" a coach after a loss.
ML's Take: While he found the "cheerleading" cringey and embarrassing for the profession, he notes that sports press conferences are often "fraudulent" anyway.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: 3333detroit,elrick,fox2,fraud,free,hall,michigan,ml,news,press,rob,scam,shame,wjbk,wolchekfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com 
STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML and Marc are back in the studio with one of their favorite guests -- but before Dan Wetzel shares how he spent his holidays writing about outgoing Michigan Wolverine football coach Sherrone Moore and his replacement Kyle Whittingham, ML goes ham on Great Wolf Lodge. 

Marc invited Dan on to talk about how his Christmas vacation got interrupted by the eruptions in Ann Arbor, but Dan observes that college sports reporters, like crime reporters in Chicago, never have slow news days.

Dan tells a tale about how he and a colleague broke a big story while one of them was whitewater rafting while hosting a bachelor's party. ML observes that they were lucky he was on the river, because phones aren't allowed at most bachelor parties.

Just about everyone Dan and ML knows has complained that the media sat on the Sherrone Moore affair story. The scribes explain WHY it can take time to report on what starts as a rumor.

What do the Sherrone Moore affair and Kwame Kilpatrick text message stories have in common? Get the bell ready -- it's not what you think!

Dan and ML discuss what it takes for a RESPONSIBLE reporter to feel they have enough information to publish a story. ML says social media "journalists" brag about the few stories they get right, while the mainstream media gets crucified for getting even one detail wrong.

Marc asks Dan about covering the portal, college football's version of speed dating, which ML says seems a lot more like the free agency period in professional sports. Dan explains how it works. 
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GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML cites the journalism maxim "There's no excuse for kicking someone when they're down," then kicks the always down New York Jets for a controversy involving a kicker.
 
 
ROOM 7609: Marc suggests hair-tastic New Wave keyboard player Howard Jones to express our feelings about our ill colleagues: "Things Can Only Get Better." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: Several listeners heeded our year-end call for financial support by either becoming part of our Patreon supporters group the Soulmates or by making a one-time gift. Thank you to Peg, Zach, Alberto, Dan, Val and 76Verve!

The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Janet's question about who ML (and Shawn) consider REAL journalists triggers a spirited conversation, as well as a tribute to Pat "The Book" Caputo, the legendary 97.1 FM (The Ticket) sports talk show host and former Oakland Press sports columnist. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69327090Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:00:03 +0000ML ElrickESPN scoop-machine Dan Wetzel reveals how he spent his Christmas vacation breaking big stories about the Michigan Wolverines.   STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML and Marc are back in the studio with one of their favorite guests -- but before Dan Wetzel shares how he... 
STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML and Marc are back in the studio with one of their favorite guests -- but before Dan Wetzel shares how he spent his holidays writing about outgoing Michigan Wolverine football coach Sherrone Moore and his replacement Kyle Whittingham, ML goes ham on Great Wolf Lodge. 

Marc invited Dan on to talk about how his Christmas vacation got interrupted by the eruptions in Ann Arbor, but Dan observes that college sports reporters, like crime reporters in Chicago, never have slow news days.

Dan tells a tale about how he and a colleague broke a big story while one of them was whitewater rafting while hosting a bachelor's party. ML observes that they were lucky he was on the river, because phones aren't allowed at most bachelor parties.

Just about everyone Dan and ML knows has complained that the media sat on the Sherrone Moore affair story. The scribes explain WHY it can take time to report on what starts as a rumor.

What do the Sherrone Moore affair and Kwame Kilpatrick text message stories have in common? Get the bell ready -- it's not what you think!

Dan and ML discuss what it takes for a RESPONSIBLE reporter to feel they have enough information to publish a story. ML says social media "journalists" brag about the few stories they get right, while the mainstream media gets crucified for getting even one detail wrong.

Marc asks Dan about covering the portal, college football's version of speed dating, which ML says seems a lot more like the free agency period in professional sports. Dan explains how it works. 
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GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML cites the journalism maxim "There's no excuse for kicking someone when they're down," then kicks the always down New York Jets for a controversy involving a kicker.
 
 
ROOM 7609: Marc suggests hair-tastic New Wave keyboard player Howard Jones to express our feelings about our ill colleagues: "Things Can Only Get Better." Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: Several listeners heeded our year-end call for financial support by either becoming part of our Patreon supporters group the Soulmates or by making a one-time gift. Thank you to Peg, Zach, Alberto, Dan, Val and 76Verve!

The holidays have passed, but we're still making this special offer: For a $500 donation, you can join us in the studio and sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Janet's question about who ML (and Shawn) consider REAL journalists triggers a spirited conversation, as well as a tribute to Pat "The Book" Caputo, the legendary 97.1 FM (The Ticket)...]]>5072dan,detroit,elrick,espn,football,fox,free,freep,michigan,ml,moore,msu,ncaa,portal,press,sherrone,wetzel,whittinghamfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comBernie Smilovitz and John Keating, share some unforgettable stories.

STRAIGHT DOPE:  Bernie Smilovitz’s Career and Personal Reflections.

• The New York "Anchors Away" media firings: Bernie recounts his brief, tumultuous time at WCBS in New York, where he was abruptly fired alongside nine other top earners after Westinghouse bought the station to cut costs.
• Family and Personal Loss: He speaks movingly about his late wife, Donna. He credits her with managing their family while he worked late-night shifts and for her own mid-career transition into becoming a doctor. He also highlights the success of his sons, including one who became a comedy writer for David Letterman and Netflix.
• Anecdotes and Bloopers: Bernie shares humorous behind-the-scenes moments, such as a falcon pooping on set during a live broadcast and Steve Yzerman jokingly attributing his longevity to Viagra after winning the Stanley Cup.
• The State of TV News: He discusses the changing landscape of local television, noting that stations are cutting veteran salaries and requiring reporters to shoot and edit their own material.
• Media Colleagues: Bernie and ML speak highly of local media figures like Dan Miller, Devin Scillian, and Jamie Edmonds.
• Winter Classic Memories: Bernie recalls a harrowing drive to a snow-filled hockey game at Michigan Stadium with Mickey Redmond, who insisted on eating a bowl of cereal while driving through the storm.

NEXT UP: John Keating, a recently retired Detroit sports broadcasting legend, serves as a retrospective of his 45-year career covering the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings. 

• The "Paul Byrd" Rant: Keating recounts a famous story where Leyland flipped a table in frustration after a loss to pitcher Paul Byrd, calling him an "American Legion pitcher".
• The 3:00 AM Baseball Talk: Former reliever Todd Jones shared a memory of staying overnight in the clubhouse with his son; at 3:00 AM, Leyland walked into the dark room in his underwear, sat on the edge of the bed, and talked baseball for an hour.
• A Personal Touch: Despite his "salty" exterior, Leyland was known for his genuine care for players, often walking the field to check on their families and well-being

• Scotty Bowman’s Mind Games: Keating details how Bowman used psychological tactics to keep players on their toes, such as the "signing stick" trick to catch players breaking curfew.
• The Yzerman Standard: He reflects on how Steve Yzerman was molded by Bowman’s discipline, transforming from a pure scorer into a defensive-minded leader who commanded immense respect and kept the media at a distance to protect the team
• Tough Interviews: Keating mentions players like Delmon Young and Victor Martinez as being particularly difficult to interview during tense periods.
• Favorite Personalities: Conversely, he praises the professionalism and openness of stars like Justin Verlander, Pudge Rodriguez, and Max Scherzer.
• Next Steps: Following his retirement in April 2025, Keating plans to spend more time with his family in Grand Haven and co-host the "Ozzy and Keats" podcast with former Red Wings goalie Chris Osgood.

OUR BENEFACTORS: We have no new Soulmates or donors, which reminds us to remind you that it’s better to give than receive! So, just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69252005Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:22:17 +0000ML ElrickHappy New Year! This week we are revisiting two more of our Patreon BONUS episodes. Two legendary Detroit sportscasters, Bernie Smilovitz and John Keating, share some unforgettable stories. STRAIGHT DOPE:  Bernie Smilovitz’s Career and Personal...Bernie Smilovitz and John Keating, share some unforgettable stories.

STRAIGHT DOPE:  Bernie Smilovitz’s Career and Personal Reflections.

• The New York "Anchors Away" media firings: Bernie recounts his brief, tumultuous time at WCBS in New York, where he was abruptly fired alongside nine other top earners after Westinghouse bought the station to cut costs.
• Family and Personal Loss: He speaks movingly about his late wife, Donna. He credits her with managing their family while he worked late-night shifts and for her own mid-career transition into becoming a doctor. He also highlights the success of his sons, including one who became a comedy writer for David Letterman and Netflix.
• Anecdotes and Bloopers: Bernie shares humorous behind-the-scenes moments, such as a falcon pooping on set during a live broadcast and Steve Yzerman jokingly attributing his longevity to Viagra after winning the Stanley Cup.
• The State of TV News: He discusses the changing landscape of local television, noting that stations are cutting veteran salaries and requiring reporters to shoot and edit their own material.
• Media Colleagues: Bernie and ML speak highly of local media figures like Dan Miller, Devin Scillian, and Jamie Edmonds.
• Winter Classic Memories: Bernie recalls a harrowing drive to a snow-filled hockey game at Michigan Stadium with Mickey Redmond, who insisted on eating a bowl of cereal while driving through the storm.

NEXT UP: John Keating, a recently retired Detroit sports broadcasting legend, serves as a retrospective of his 45-year career covering the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings. 

• The "Paul Byrd" Rant: Keating recounts a famous story where Leyland flipped a table in frustration after a loss to pitcher Paul Byrd, calling him an "American Legion pitcher".
• The 3:00 AM Baseball Talk: Former reliever Todd Jones shared a memory of staying overnight in the clubhouse with his son; at 3:00 AM, Leyland walked into the dark room in his underwear, sat on the edge of the bed, and talked baseball for an hour.
• A Personal Touch: Despite his "salty" exterior, Leyland was known for his genuine care for players, often walking the field to check on their families and well-being

• Scotty Bowman’s Mind Games: Keating details how Bowman used psychological tactics to keep players on their toes, such as the "signing stick" trick to catch players breaking curfew.
• The Yzerman Standard: He reflects on how Steve Yzerman was molded by Bowman’s discipline, transforming from a pure scorer into a defensive-minded leader who commanded immense respect and kept the media at a distance to protect the team
• Tough Interviews: Keating mentions players like Delmon Young and Victor Martinez as being particularly difficult to interview during tense periods.
• Favorite Personalities: Conversely, he praises the professionalism and openness of stars like Justin Verlander, Pudge Rodriguez, and Max Scherzer.
• Next Steps: Following his retirement in April 2025, Keating plans to spend more time with his family in Grand Haven and co-host the "Ozzy and Keats" podcast with former Red Wings goalie Chris Osgood.

OUR BENEFACTORS: We have no new Soulmates or donors, which reminds us to remind you that it’s better to give than receive! So, just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.
For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get...]]>4358bernie,detroit,elrick,fox,free,john,keating,lions,michigan,ml,pistons,press,red,smilovitz,sports,tigers,wdiv,windsor,wingsfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: First up- Mafia historian Scott Burnstein tells us about the evolution and current status of organized crime in Detroit.

The Harvard of the Mafia: The Detroit mob, specifically the Toco-Zerilli crime family, has long been considered the "Ivy League" of the American Mafia
From the Purple Gang to Las Vegas: Burnstein, who has a personal bloodline connection to the infamous Burnstein brothers of the Purple Gang, discusses Detroit’s pivotal role in the birth of Las Vegas.
Modern Rackets: Legal Marijuana and Cyber Crime: The mob hasn't just stuck to traditional loan sharking and extortion. They have adapted to the "gray areas" of modern law. Burnstein explains how they have muscled into the legal marijuana trade, often shaking down licensed growers and dispensaries for a "cut" of their product. 
Deep Political Ties: Burnstein claims that past administrations, including those of Coleman Young and Kwame Kilpatrick, had documented connections to mob figures. In Kilpatrick's case, a prominent mobster was even caught on an FBI wire speaking with the mayor, illustrating just how close these organizations remained to the city's corridors of power.

NEXT UP: Detroit Free Press reporter Neil Rubin shared a collection of "tragic, comic" stories from his decades-long career covering the city. From local legends to the changing landscape of Detroit's retail and media, Rubin’s insights provide a unique window into the heart of the Motor City.
The Tragic Legend of Reggie Harding: Rubin recounted the story of Reggie Harding, a 7-foot-tall Detroit basketball star whose talent was often overshadowed by trouble. In one infamous incident, Harding attempted to rob a neighborhood party store while wearing a mask.
A City in Transition: From the RenCen to Kmart: Rubin’s recent reporting has focused on the changing faces of iconic Detroit locations.
Detroit Media Secrets Uncovered: Rubin recently reconnected with former TV news fixtures John Kleekamp and Mike Huckman, who were a couple but had to remain closeted during their careers in the early 1990s and 2000s to protect their jobs .
Exposing Corruption in Detroit Schools: One of Rubin's proudest stories involved Norman Shy, a contractor who defrauded Detroit Public Schools through a kickback scheme.
The Ultimate Opening Act Disaster: Rubin closed with an anecdote from comedian Albert Brooks. Brooks was once hired to open for Sly and the Family Stone, a mismatch that resulted in the audience throwing things at him within five minutes.

OUR BENEFACTORS: We have no new Soulmates or donors, which reminds us to remind you that it’s better to give than receive! So, just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Listener Chris wants to know why Shawn was pigeonholed at a recent court hearing, Maggie wants to get a good look in the mouth of a $401 million gift horse that just landed in East Lansing, Alexis raves about outstanding student journalism that ML is very familiar with, and Lori breaks some big, wonderful concert news. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69183884Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:27:29 +0000ML ElrickMerry Christmas! This week we are revisiting two of our Patreon BONUS episodes.  We go deep into Detroit mob history with mafia expert Scott Burnstein. AND Neil Rubin shares some of his most memerable newspaper stories. STRAIGHT DOPE: First up- Mafia...
STRAIGHT DOPE: First up- Mafia historian Scott Burnstein tells us about the evolution and current status of organized crime in Detroit.

The Harvard of the Mafia: The Detroit mob, specifically the Toco-Zerilli crime family, has long been considered the "Ivy League" of the American Mafia
From the Purple Gang to Las Vegas: Burnstein, who has a personal bloodline connection to the infamous Burnstein brothers of the Purple Gang, discusses Detroit’s pivotal role in the birth of Las Vegas.
Modern Rackets: Legal Marijuana and Cyber Crime: The mob hasn't just stuck to traditional loan sharking and extortion. They have adapted to the "gray areas" of modern law. Burnstein explains how they have muscled into the legal marijuana trade, often shaking down licensed growers and dispensaries for a "cut" of their product. 
Deep Political Ties: Burnstein claims that past administrations, including those of Coleman Young and Kwame Kilpatrick, had documented connections to mob figures. In Kilpatrick's case, a prominent mobster was even caught on an FBI wire speaking with the mayor, illustrating just how close these organizations remained to the city's corridors of power.

NEXT UP: Detroit Free Press reporter Neil Rubin shared a collection of "tragic, comic" stories from his decades-long career covering the city. From local legends to the changing landscape of Detroit's retail and media, Rubin’s insights provide a unique window into the heart of the Motor City.
The Tragic Legend of Reggie Harding: Rubin recounted the story of Reggie Harding, a 7-foot-tall Detroit basketball star whose talent was often overshadowed by trouble. In one infamous incident, Harding attempted to rob a neighborhood party store while wearing a mask.
A City in Transition: From the RenCen to Kmart: Rubin’s recent reporting has focused on the changing faces of iconic Detroit locations.
Detroit Media Secrets Uncovered: Rubin recently reconnected with former TV news fixtures John Kleekamp and Mike Huckman, who were a couple but had to remain closeted during their careers in the early 1990s and 2000s to protect their jobs .
Exposing Corruption in Detroit Schools: One of Rubin's proudest stories involved Norman Shy, a contractor who defrauded Detroit Public Schools through a kickback scheme.
The Ultimate Opening Act Disaster: Rubin closed with an anecdote from comedian Albert Brooks. Brooks was once hired to open for Sly and the Family Stone, a mismatch that resulted in the audience throwing things at him within five minutes.

OUR BENEFACTORS: We have no new Soulmates or donors, which reminds us to remind you that it’s better to give than receive! So, just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Listener Chris wants to know why Shawn was pigeonholed at a recent court hearing, Maggie wants to get a good look in the mouth of a $401 million gift horse that just landed in East Lansing, Alexis raves about outstanding student journalism that ML is very familiar with, and Lori breaks some big, wonderful concert news. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on...]]>4055burnstein,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,free,freep,mafia,michigan,ml,mob,neil,press,rubin,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML and the Rev. Horace Sheffield III go w-a-a-a-y back. It’s a relationship with plenty of ups and downs. After ML went on Horace’s radio show during the mayoral campaign, Horace reciprocated with a visit to Red Shovel HQ.

The Sheffields are Detroit royalty going back three generations, which is why a 13-year-old Horace was asked to speak to a high school after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Horace has had plenty to say ever since.

ML and Marc, like Horace, are fathers of girls. But they are not fathers of mayors. So ML asks Horace how he handles the temptation to want to be “dad” to a grown woman who just became one of the most powerful people in Michigan. Erika, the only daughter in the room, weighs in, too.

Horace raves about his new son-in-law, Rickey Jackson Jr., prompting ML to ask why his identity was such a big secret for so long.

ML asks Horace why his daughter’s wedding was such a big secret — and why she thought she could keep it secret for so long. He also asks who paid for the wedding. Listen to learn what the father of the bride had to say about it all.

Horace asks ML why the media needed to know about the wedding — and whether ML thinks the media has been fair to Black politicians and elected officials.

Mayor Mike Duggan endorsed Mary Sheffield for mayor, but Horace says he doesn’t plan to return the favor in the governor’s race. Listen and learn why.

Horace asks ML if he wants Mary Sheffield to succeed as mayor — and pushes to find out who ML voted for.

ML asks Horace to help him persuade his daughter to help him achieve a major objective. Hear what it is — and let us know at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com whether you care as much as ML.

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Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Before ML and Marc succumb to the temptation to discuss the scandal in Ann Arbor (see what we did there!), listener T Batts nominates Wolverine football coach Sherrone Moore for another award. 

ROOM 7609: It’s a T Batts takeover! Our punny Soulmate books The Knack into the New Wave suite to perform their monster hit “My Sherona.” (See what he did there!) Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: We have no new Soulmates or donors, which reminds us to remind you that it’s better to give than receive! So, just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Listener Chris wants to know why Shawn was pigeonholed at a recent court hearing, Maggie wants to get a good look in the mouth of a $401 million gift horse that just landed in East Lansing, Alexis raves about outstanding student journalism that ML is very familiar with, and Lori breaks some big, wonderful concert news. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69080640Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:18:56 +0000ML ElrickMayor-elect Mary Sheffield’s dad the Rev. Horace Sheffield III talks about what it’s like to be father of the first female mayor in Detroit’s 324-year history, and answers some burning questions — before asking plenty of his own.  STRAIGHT DOPE: ML...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML and the Rev. Horace Sheffield III go w-a-a-a-y back. It’s a relationship with plenty of ups and downs. After ML went on Horace’s radio show during the mayoral campaign, Horace reciprocated with a visit to Red Shovel HQ.

The Sheffields are Detroit royalty going back three generations, which is why a 13-year-old Horace was asked to speak to a high school after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Horace has had plenty to say ever since.

ML and Marc, like Horace, are fathers of girls. But they are not fathers of mayors. So ML asks Horace how he handles the temptation to want to be “dad” to a grown woman who just became one of the most powerful people in Michigan. Erika, the only daughter in the room, weighs in, too.

Horace raves about his new son-in-law, Rickey Jackson Jr., prompting ML to ask why his identity was such a big secret for so long.

ML asks Horace why his daughter’s wedding was such a big secret — and why she thought she could keep it secret for so long. He also asks who paid for the wedding. Listen to learn what the father of the bride had to say about it all.

Horace asks ML why the media needed to know about the wedding — and whether ML thinks the media has been fair to Black politicians and elected officials.

Mayor Mike Duggan endorsed Mary Sheffield for mayor, but Horace says he doesn’t plan to return the favor in the governor’s race. Listen and learn why.

Horace asks ML if he wants Mary Sheffield to succeed as mayor — and pushes to find out who ML voted for.

ML asks Horace to help him persuade his daughter to help him achieve a major objective. Hear what it is — and let us know at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com whether you care as much as ML.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Before ML and Marc succumb to the temptation to discuss the scandal in Ann Arbor (see what we did there!), listener T Batts nominates Wolverine football coach Sherrone Moore for another award. 

ROOM 7609: It’s a T Batts takeover! Our punny Soulmate books The Knack into the New Wave suite to perform their monster hit “My Sherona.” (See what he did there!) Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: We have no new Soulmates or donors, which reminds us to remind you that it’s better to give than receive! So, just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Listener Chris wants to know why Shawn was pigeonholed at a recent court hearing, Maggie wants to get a...]]>5053detroit,election,elrick,erickson,erika,football,free,horace,local4,mary,mayor,michigan,ml,msu,press,secret,sheffiled,wdiv,weddingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/secrets-unveiled-december-9-2025--68962251
STRAIGHT DOPE: What turned out to be the worst-kept secret in Detroit was confirmed Sunday, when the Detroit Free Press reported that Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield got married to Rickey Jackson Jr., a relative unknown in Detroit political circles who was virtually invisible during the campaign. A month earlier, a Lansing lobbyist hosted an engagement party for two state lawmakers who have demonstrated a penchant for taking free things from paid influencers.

Before we dive into those curious tales, an update on the Killer Cares event that dominated last week’s show: Thanks to everyone who came out or donated, the fundraiser raked in $176,000. ML tells Marc that he, once again, won more silent auction items than he intended. Marc asks for an inventory.

Starting with the most recent nuptials news, ML tells Marc how the Free Press covered the blessed event in Detroit. See how the reporting evolved by clicking these links.

Giving credit where it’s due, Deadline Detroit was the first to break the news. Read their coverage here.

Marc asks why Sheffield wanted to keep her wedding a secret. ML offers some theories.

The man who might have some answers – the Rev. Horace Sheffield III, the mayor-elect’s father – is planning to come on the show next week.

Marc has only one beef with the Free Press coverage of Sheffield’s wedding – and it’s all about the punctuation in a headline. Seriously! Listen and learn.

Marc feels the media didn’t scrutinize Sheffield during the mayoral race. ML recounts some of the Free Press’ watchdog reporting – on several of the candidates.

Love is in the air, and not just in Detroit! Republican state representatives Pauline Wendzel and Greg VanWoerkom celebrated their engagement with a party in Lansing hosted by a powerful lobbyist. Craig Mauger of the Detroit News broke the story. Read his report here.

ML and his Eye On Michigan student reporting team exposed Wendzel last year as one of the Top 25 Takers – the state officials who took more free meals and trips from lobbyists than any other over the past two dozen years. After updating his reporting, ML found that her fiancé likes freebies, too! Read all about it here.

Marc wonders whether the lobbyist who threw the party might have any clients who could use a couple friends in the Legislature. ML offers some insights.

Keeping with the wedding theme, later in the show Marc inquires about ML’s wedding, which was both more simple and more complicated than you might expect.  

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Notre Dame is so mad it didn’t get a spot in the college football playoffs, it decided not to go to ANY bowl games. So the only title they’ll win this season is the one bestowed upon them by the Soul of Detroit!

ROOM 7609: For reasons that should be obvious by now, ML books Orchestral Maneuvers in the Dark into the New Wave suite to perform “Secret.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Trey asks what’s REALLY going on when local elected officials get hitched. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68962251Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:03:55 +0000ML ElrickA secret marriage in Detroit and a secretive engagement party in Lansing start this week’s show, before ML and Marc fight with the Irish over their controversial decision to take their football and stay home. STRAIGHT DOPE: What turned out to be the...
STRAIGHT DOPE: What turned out to be the worst-kept secret in Detroit was confirmed Sunday, when the Detroit Free Press reported that Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield got married to Rickey Jackson Jr., a relative unknown in Detroit political circles who was virtually invisible during the campaign. A month earlier, a Lansing lobbyist hosted an engagement party for two state lawmakers who have demonstrated a penchant for taking free things from paid influencers.

Before we dive into those curious tales, an update on the Killer Cares event that dominated last week’s show: Thanks to everyone who came out or donated, the fundraiser raked in $176,000. ML tells Marc that he, once again, won more silent auction items than he intended. Marc asks for an inventory.

Starting with the most recent nuptials news, ML tells Marc how the Free Press covered the blessed event in Detroit. See how the reporting evolved by clicking these links.

Giving credit where it’s due, Deadline Detroit was the first to break the news. Read their coverage here.

Marc asks why Sheffield wanted to keep her wedding a secret. ML offers some theories.

The man who might have some answers – the Rev. Horace Sheffield III, the mayor-elect’s father – is planning to come on the show next week.

Marc has only one beef with the Free Press coverage of Sheffield’s wedding – and it’s all about the punctuation in a headline. Seriously! Listen and learn.

Marc feels the media didn’t scrutinize Sheffield during the mayoral race. ML recounts some of the Free Press’ watchdog reporting – on several of the candidates.

Love is in the air, and not just in Detroit! Republican state representatives Pauline Wendzel and Greg VanWoerkom celebrated their engagement with a party in Lansing hosted by a powerful lobbyist. Craig Mauger of the Detroit News broke the story. Read his report here.

ML and his Eye On Michigan student reporting team exposed Wendzel last year as one of the Top 25 Takers – the state officials who took more free meals and trips from lobbyists than any other over the past two dozen years. After updating his reporting, ML found that her fiancé likes freebies, too! Read all about it here.

Marc wonders whether the lobbyist who threw the party might have any clients who could use a couple friends in the Legislature. ML offers some insights.

Keeping with the wedding theme, later in the show Marc inquires about ML’s wedding, which was both more...]]>3757dame,detroit,elrick,football,free,mary,mayor,michigan,notre,press,sheffield,vanwoerkom,wedding,wendzel,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Tom “Killer” Kowalski was an old-time, hard-nosed sports columnist at the Oakland Press who died too soon, but whose good deeds have continued for the past 15 years through the Killer’s Christmas event. Here’s a link to learn more about it.

ML, Marc, Shawn and Erika will be behind the bar from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., slinging drinks to raise money for children’s charities. Come out to bend an elbow and say hello!

Matt and ML recall Killer Kowalski, who was tough on the Detroit Lions, but still so beloved that the team named the press room at Ford Field in his honor. Listen and learn more about this legend.

There are lots of amazing, unique items to bid on at the event. Marc wonders why ML always seems to end up as the high bidder on some of the most embarrassing items, like the pink kitty cat playhouse and a basket full of lotions. Shawn perks up at the mention of excessive lotion.

There are a lot of big games this weekend: MSU-UM hockey in East Lansing Friday night, Duke-MSU basketball in East Lansing Saturday afternoon, and UM-MSU hockey in Ann Arbor Saturday night. Matt and Shawn reveal how Wojo weaseled his way out of covering some of them … and how his colleague John Niyo got stuck with the assignments – and the late shift at the bar!

Matt talks about some of the exclusive swag and tickets that will available – including Killer’s Cooler, a coffin-sized collection of swanky hootch that will be raffled off.

MSU has a new football coach, and everyone but ML seems to be happy about it. Hear all about it, then get Shawn’s take here.

Marc says ML hates Wolverine coaches, but it turns out some of them are among his favorites – for reasons good … and bad!

In case you missed it, ML takes on one the Top 25 Takers in Lansing who is STILL taking freebies – and it looks like her fiancé is a perfect match! Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: What was supposed to be a quick pick of a repeat offender goes off the rails when Shawn tries to move things along.

ROOM 7609: Listener Louie books Hum into the New Wave suite to perform “Stars.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soulmate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Janet wants to know what ML knows about a scoundrel linked to Kwame Kilpatrick. Kevin shares his fear of velvet conquistadores. And Beth wants to know what’s up with the show on YouTube. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68835846Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:05:32 +0000ML ElrickJocks, celebrities and local media luminaries assemble THIS FRIDAY, Dec. 5 to help raise money for the Tom Kowalski Foundation at the annual Killer’s Christmas event at The Lodge in Keego Harbor. Matt Riley, the man who brings everyone together year...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Tom “Killer” Kowalski was an old-time, hard-nosed sports columnist at the Oakland Press who died too soon, but whose good deeds have continued for the past 15 years through the Killer’s Christmas event. Here’s a link to learn more about it.

ML, Marc, Shawn and Erika will be behind the bar from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., slinging drinks to raise money for children’s charities. Come out to bend an elbow and say hello!

Matt and ML recall Killer Kowalski, who was tough on the Detroit Lions, but still so beloved that the team named the press room at Ford Field in his honor. Listen and learn more about this legend.

There are lots of amazing, unique items to bid on at the event. Marc wonders why ML always seems to end up as the high bidder on some of the most embarrassing items, like the pink kitty cat playhouse and a basket full of lotions. Shawn perks up at the mention of excessive lotion.

There are a lot of big games this weekend: MSU-UM hockey in East Lansing Friday night, Duke-MSU basketball in East Lansing Saturday afternoon, and UM-MSU hockey in Ann Arbor Saturday night. Matt and Shawn reveal how Wojo weaseled his way out of covering some of them … and how his colleague John Niyo got stuck with the assignments – and the late shift at the bar!

Matt talks about some of the exclusive swag and tickets that will available – including Killer’s Cooler, a coffin-sized collection of swanky hootch that will be raffled off.

MSU has a new football coach, and everyone but ML seems to be happy about it. Hear all about it, then get Shawn’s take here.

Marc says ML hates Wolverine coaches, but it turns out some of them are among his favorites – for reasons good … and bad!

In case you missed it, ML takes on one the Top 25 Takers in Lansing who is STILL taking freebies – and it looks like her fiancé is a perfect match! Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: What was supposed to be a quick pick of a repeat offender goes off the rails when Shawn tries to move things along.

ROOM 7609: Listener Louie books Hum into the New Wave suite to perform “Stars.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Just in time for the holidays, we’re making a special...]]>4428detroit,elrick,fitzgerald,football,free,freep,lions,michigan,ml,msu,pat,press,riley,wdiv,windsor,wings,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Our new gear is here – but it won’t be for long! The store closes DEC. 1st at 8 pm. Support the show while looking swell – you could even buy Shawn’s green jacket! 

Erika breaks a big story about a Campbell’s executive bad-mouthing the company, its employees and its soup. See her scoop here.

Marc is not a soup guy, and Erika’s story isn’t doing much to change his mind. ML says there’s another food he stopped eating after he read what was in it. Listen and learn what popular item he avoids at all costs.

ML does his David Muir impression, prompting Erika and Marc to question whether he’s just jealous of the hunky ABC News anchor. (Answer: A little.)

Shawn makes the scene just in time to extol the virtues of soup … though he’s not a fan of yams – or what you might call a sweet potato.

The Big Game is coming up. Shawn, Marc and ML speculate on whether the Buckeyes will finally get the upper hand on the Wolverines after four straight losses.

No one asked, but ML’s latest column predicts that a dirty dirt deal could kneecap TWO Detroit mayors. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML wasn’t invited to the wedding party a lobbyist threw for a Michigan lawmaker who loves freebies, so he gifts the lucky couple the GOW award.

ROOM 7609:  Listener Kevin honors recently departed Stone Roses bassist Mani by cueing up “She Bangs the Drums” in the New Wave suite. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Ralph sends a nice donation – and even nicer note – and Soulmate Mike Johnson increases his monthly Patreon donation to help support us as we endure our annual fall revenue sag. Please help lift us up! So we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKDon reminds Shawn about what he said about the Dutch. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68741935Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:00:44 +0000ML ElrickNo soup for Erika Erickson, whose big scoop about a whistleblower at Campbell’s is making national news … and ML, Marc and Shawn reconsider the green bean casserole at Thanksgiving. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Our new gear is here – but it won’t be for long! The store closes DEC. 1st at 8 pm. Support the show while looking swell – you could even buy Shawn’s green jacket! 

Erika breaks a big story about a Campbell’s executive bad-mouthing the company, its employees and its soup. See her scoop here.

Marc is not a soup guy, and Erika’s story isn’t doing much to change his mind. ML says there’s another food he stopped eating after he read what was in it. Listen and learn what popular item he avoids at all costs.

ML does his David Muir impression, prompting Erika and Marc to question whether he’s just jealous of the hunky ABC News anchor. (Answer: A little.)

Shawn makes the scene just in time to extol the virtues of soup … though he’s not a fan of yams – or what you might call a sweet potato.

The Big Game is coming up. Shawn, Marc and ML speculate on whether the Buckeyes will finally get the upper hand on the Wolverines after four straight losses.

No one asked, but ML’s latest column predicts that a dirty dirt deal could kneecap TWO Detroit mayors. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML wasn’t invited to the wedding party a lobbyist threw for a Michigan lawmaker who loves freebies, so he gifts the lucky couple the GOW award.

ROOM 7609:  Listener Kevin honors recently departed Stone Roses bassist Mani by cueing up “She Bangs the Drums” in the New Wave suite. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Ralph sends a nice donation – and even nicer note – and Soulmate Mike Johnson increases his monthly Patreon donation to help support us as we endure our annual fall revenue sag. Please help lift us up! So we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.

For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKDon reminds Shawn about what he said about the Dutch. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at 3673campbell's,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,football,free,freep,lawsuit,local4,michigan,ml,press,soup,wdiv,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: The new gear is here! Support the show while looking swell – you could even buy Shawn’s green jacket!

ML leaves the crew in limbo while gacking on his drive to the studio, an unpleasant experience involving a reflux condition that Shawn thinks is fit for public consumption, while Dan waits to fill us in on the latest get rich quick scheme involving college football. Here’s what Dan told his ESPN audience.

Marc asks Dan to tell us what U-M and USC have in common that may be keeping them from signing a $2.4 billion deal with a private capital firm that wants to buy into college football with a lucrative 20-year deal.

Private capital sounds a lot like private equity to ML, who has some pretty strong feelings about how these entities have impacted America.

Dan says the U-M-OSU football game is worth a QUARTER BILLION DOLLARS on its own. Then he offers some sage dating advice.

ML – once again – fights for the “non-revenue” sports. He is – once again – beaten down by Marc, Shawn and Dan.

Dan says MSU is a high-value, high-quality program, yet ML STILL isn’t happy to hear what he has to say. Listen in and let us know how YOU feel about it.

Shawn weighs in on how the NCAA hammered the Spartans while going light on the Wolverines. It’s one of ML’s favorite Shawn columns of all-time.

Shawn has stayed in some pretty interesting places while on the road with the Lions. Learn about the latest, including his proximity to a restaurant called Homopizza.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML TRIES to keep this segment short. Listen and learn what goes wrong…

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo checks in with an epic story to go with his booking of The Tragically Hip and their tune “Wheat Kings” into the New Wave suite. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORSEvery fall, our revenue sags. Please help lift us up! So we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKTB and Alexis – TWICE! – check in. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68623528Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:41:26 +0000ML ElrickDan Wetzel of ESPN explains how U-M blew up a plan to bring $2.4 billion into the Big Ten while ML bemoans the state of college sports … again. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://fabricatedcustoms.com/collections/preorder-soul-of-detroit-merch-2025...
STRAIGHT DOPE: The new gear is here! Support the show while looking swell – you could even buy Shawn’s green jacket!

ML leaves the crew in limbo while gacking on his drive to the studio, an unpleasant experience involving a reflux condition that Shawn thinks is fit for public consumption, while Dan waits to fill us in on the latest get rich quick scheme involving college football. Here’s what Dan told his ESPN audience.

Marc asks Dan to tell us what U-M and USC have in common that may be keeping them from signing a $2.4 billion deal with a private capital firm that wants to buy into college football with a lucrative 20-year deal.

Private capital sounds a lot like private equity to ML, who has some pretty strong feelings about how these entities have impacted America.

Dan says the U-M-OSU football game is worth a QUARTER BILLION DOLLARS on its own. Then he offers some sage dating advice.

ML – once again – fights for the “non-revenue” sports. He is – once again – beaten down by Marc, Shawn and Dan.

Dan says MSU is a high-value, high-quality program, yet ML STILL isn’t happy to hear what he has to say. Listen in and let us know how YOU feel about it.

Shawn weighs in on how the NCAA hammered the Spartans while going light on the Wolverines. It’s one of ML’s favorite Shawn columns of all-time.

Shawn has stayed in some pretty interesting places while on the road with the Lions. Learn about the latest, including his proximity to a restaurant called Homopizza.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML TRIES to keep this segment short. Listen and learn what goes wrong…

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo checks in with an epic story to go with his booking of The Tragically Hip and their tune “Wheat Kings” into the New Wave suite. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORSEvery fall, our revenue sags. Please help lift us up! So we’re making a special offer: For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACKTB and Alexis – TWICE! – check in. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com4441athletics,big10,college,detroit,elrick,equity,espn,football,free,freep,michigan,ml,money,ncaa,olympics,press,private,state,wetzel,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wanted to talk to the author of a new Edmund Fitzgerald book on the 50thanniversary of the famous Great Lakes disaster, but Shawn says it’s time to move on -- raising questions about whether he’ll celebrate America’s 250th birthday next year...or figure the whole revolution thing is played out.

Shawn was in Washington, D.C. with the Detroit Lions and, oh, the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. Listen and learn what it was like to watch a game with POTUS. As a bonus, here’s his latest column.

As a military brat, Shawn loves flyovers. So why wasn’t he impressed when Air Force Once sailed over the Washington Commanders' stadium on Sunday?

Detroit News columnist John Niyo had a brush with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Shawn tells all.

Marc and ML express concern that fans booing Donald Trump didn’t take a pause as the Commander in Chief swore in some new troops.

Lions-mania continues, as the conductor of the Washington Metro plays a prank on Shawn and a car full of Lions fans heading to the game.

Shawn waxes nostalgic about misadventures with his fellow middle schoolers and their public hair. ML hopes his mom isn’t listening.

Speaking of waxing, ML says in his latest column that the mayor’s race wasn’t much of a contest. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A salty lawyer who tries to get out of a contempt charge using what ML dubs “the Windsor defense” is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: SOD honors our veterans by booking Paul Hardcastle into the New Wave suite to perform “19.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Welcome to our newest Soulmates Robert and Richard! And big thanks to Lou – who made a generous one time donation -- despite ML’s foolishness. Every fall, our revenue sags. Please help lift us up!For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: One of our Michael "No T" Johnsons and Soccer Dad sound off. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68524537Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:24:47 +0000ML ElrickInstead of discussing the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, we wreck an hour of your day by discussing two different bacons and some personal grooming stories Shawn inflicted on us. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wanted to talk to the author of a new Edmund...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wanted to talk to the author of a new Edmund Fitzgerald book on the 50thanniversary of the famous Great Lakes disaster, but Shawn says it’s time to move on -- raising questions about whether he’ll celebrate America’s 250th birthday next year...or figure the whole revolution thing is played out.

Shawn was in Washington, D.C. with the Detroit Lions and, oh, the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. Listen and learn what it was like to watch a game with POTUS. As a bonus, here’s his latest column.

As a military brat, Shawn loves flyovers. So why wasn’t he impressed when Air Force Once sailed over the Washington Commanders' stadium on Sunday?

Detroit News columnist John Niyo had a brush with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Shawn tells all.

Marc and ML express concern that fans booing Donald Trump didn’t take a pause as the Commander in Chief swore in some new troops.

Lions-mania continues, as the conductor of the Washington Metro plays a prank on Shawn and a car full of Lions fans heading to the game.

Shawn waxes nostalgic about misadventures with his fellow middle schoolers and their public hair. ML hopes his mom isn’t listening.

Speaking of waxing, ML says in his latest column that the mayor’s race wasn’t much of a contest. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A salty lawyer who tries to get out of a contempt charge using what ML dubs “the Windsor defense” is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: SOD honors our veterans by booking Paul Hardcastle into the New Wave suite to perform “19.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Welcome to our newest Soulmates Robert and Richard! And big thanks to Lou – who made a generous one time donation -- despite ML’s foolishness. Every fall, our revenue sags. Please help lift us up!For a $500 donation, you can sit in on a show.For as little as $5 a month, you can become a Soumate by joining our Patreon supporters club and get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: One of our Michael "No T" Johnsons and Soccer Dad sound off. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at 3773commanders,detroit,elrick,free,lions,michigan,ml,press,shutdown,trump,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: With less than a week to go in the Detroit mayoral race, LeDuff broke a story reporters had been chasing for more than a year: City Council President Mary Sheffield was in a relationship with a city contractor and voted to approve contracts for his company. LeDuff gives ML, Marc and Shawn the story behind the story. You can read Charlie’s scoop here.

An anonymous envelope filled with documents landed in LeDuff’s mailbox. He explains how it was the key to getting Sheffield’s Chief of Staff Brian White to acknowledge his boss’ relationship with Brian McKinney, the CEO and founder of Gayanga.

Detroit has rules for how city officials and employees can interact with people and business who want to do business with Detroit. ML and Charlie discuss some of those rules, and how they apply to the Sheffield situation.

McKinney has an, er, complicated past. LeDuff lays it out for the crew.

ML has been revealing some of Sheffield’s, er, interesting donors – who include former city council president Monica Conyers. Read all about them here.

LeDuff has been digging into Detroit dirt and Mayor Mike Duggan for a decade. Listen and hear all about it here.

ML discusses the evolution of Duggan’s relationship with Sheffield. It is, shall we say, complicated.

Hear a new inside story of an attempt to kill one of ML's Fox 2 investigations -- and how his bosses handled it.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Baseball Hall of Fame voters who continue to overlook legendary Detroit Tiger Lou Whitaker are this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike, in a Halloween mood, books Type O Negative into the New Wave suite to cover Neil Young’s “Cinnamon Girl.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Every fall, our revenue sags. This year is no exception. Please help lift us up! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Alexis and Janet bring the heat! We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68418327Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:15:25 +0000ML ElrickCharlie LeDuff digs digging into dirty deals and dug up a doozy last week involving a demolition contractor and a candidate for mayor. He joins ML, Marc and Shawn to spill. STRAIGHT DOPE: With less than a week to go in the Detroit mayoral race,...
STRAIGHT DOPE: With less than a week to go in the Detroit mayoral race, LeDuff broke a story reporters had been chasing for more than a year: City Council President Mary Sheffield was in a relationship with a city contractor and voted to approve contracts for his company. LeDuff gives ML, Marc and Shawn the story behind the story. You can read Charlie’s scoop here.

An anonymous envelope filled with documents landed in LeDuff’s mailbox. He explains how it was the key to getting Sheffield’s Chief of Staff Brian White to acknowledge his boss’ relationship with Brian McKinney, the CEO and founder of Gayanga.

Detroit has rules for how city officials and employees can interact with people and business who want to do business with Detroit. ML and Charlie discuss some of those rules, and how they apply to the Sheffield situation.

McKinney has an, er, complicated past. LeDuff lays it out for the crew.

ML has been revealing some of Sheffield’s, er, interesting donors – who include former city council president Monica Conyers. Read all about them here.

LeDuff has been digging into Detroit dirt and Mayor Mike Duggan for a decade. Listen and hear all about it here.

ML discusses the evolution of Duggan’s relationship with Sheffield. It is, shall we say, complicated.

Hear a new inside story of an attempt to kill one of ML's Fox 2 investigations -- and how his bosses handled it.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Baseball Hall of Fame voters who continue to overlook legendary Detroit Tiger Lou Whitaker are this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike, in a Halloween mood, books Type O Negative into the New Wave suite to cover Neil Young’s “Cinnamon Girl.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Every fall, our revenue sags. This year is no exception. Please help lift us up! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Alexis and Janet bring the heat! We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at 4772charlie,detroit,dirt,election,elrick,enjoyer,feds,free,freep,leduff,mayor,michigan,ml,press,sheffield,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/battling-the-bulge-october-28-2025--68314382
STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML watched his Spartans get beat last Saturday, but that was only slightly more painful than getting hit in the head with a wrench on the way to the game.

Marc totally disagrees with ML’s assessment of The Big Game. Where does Shawn land on this weighty question?

ML and Marc totally disagree on how Spartans treat visitors to East Lansing. A discussion ensues over how fans should behave when they’re on enemy territory – and how hometown fans should treat invaders.

Evoking a famous Guinness Book of World Records photo, ML takes what Marc and Shawn agree is a cheap shot at some of his neighbors during The Big Game.

The crew agrees on the worst call of the game … then tells ML what he thought was the second worst call didn’t end up being a penalty. Oops!

Marc asks if the Spartans should hire Brian Kelly. Is he serious? That’s what ML and Marc want to know.

Marc, still trolling, suggests that former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia would be a perfect fit for the Spartans. ML reaches for a wrench…


Shawn recounts an uncomfortable moment from his 9th grade math class, when he was asked to go to the chalk board while appearing to be smuggling an eraser in his polyester pantaloons.

With one week to go before the Detroit mayoral election, ML says the race may be all but over, which is why the flow of the dough from some of Detroit’s leading luminaries is fascinating.

Get Shawn’s take on what should happen to the MSU football coach after The Big Game here. 

ML went to court with a political big shot who has a new headache after one of his top aides flipped on him. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Amazingly, we struggle to come up with a geek … until Shawn, er, rises to the occasion.

ROOM 7609:  Mike with a T, inspired by Mr. Magoo, dredges up another classic Detroit 80s rock band and books The Almighty Strut into the New Wave suite to perform “Cheap Thrill Looks.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS:  Mike makes a donation – and a song suggestion – and Don comes up with a VERY generous contribution as he joins our Soulmates. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Trey is asking some deep questions. We try to rise to the occasion. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN:  Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68314382Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:06:38 +0000ML ElrickShawn is back talking about a 9th grade rager while ML and Marc are grateful Erika’s ears aren’t exposed to this outrage! STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML watched his Spartans get beat last Saturday, but that was only slightly more painful than getting hit in the...
STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML watched his Spartans get beat last Saturday, but that was only slightly more painful than getting hit in the head with a wrench on the way to the game.

Marc totally disagrees with ML’s assessment of The Big Game. Where does Shawn land on this weighty question?

ML and Marc totally disagree on how Spartans treat visitors to East Lansing. A discussion ensues over how fans should behave when they’re on enemy territory – and how hometown fans should treat invaders.

Evoking a famous Guinness Book of World Records photo, ML takes what Marc and Shawn agree is a cheap shot at some of his neighbors during The Big Game.

The crew agrees on the worst call of the game … then tells ML what he thought was the second worst call didn’t end up being a penalty. Oops!

Marc asks if the Spartans should hire Brian Kelly. Is he serious? That’s what ML and Marc want to know.

Marc, still trolling, suggests that former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia would be a perfect fit for the Spartans. ML reaches for a wrench…


Shawn recounts an uncomfortable moment from his 9th grade math class, when he was asked to go to the chalk board while appearing to be smuggling an eraser in his polyester pantaloons.

With one week to go before the Detroit mayoral election, ML says the race may be all but over, which is why the flow of the dough from some of Detroit’s leading luminaries is fascinating.

Get Shawn’s take on what should happen to the MSU football coach after The Big Game here. 

ML went to court with a political big shot who has a new headache after one of his top aides flipped on him. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Amazingly, we struggle to come up with a geek … until Shawn, er, rises to the occasion.

ROOM 7609:  Mike with a T, inspired by Mr. Magoo, dredges up another classic Detroit 80s rock band and books The Almighty Strut into the New Wave suite to perform “Cheap Thrill Looks.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS:  Mike makes a donation – and a song suggestion – and Don comes up with a VERY generous contribution as he joins our Soulmates. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Trey is asking some...]]>4000chatfield,detroit,elrick,football,free,freep,lansing,michigan,ml,msu,pants,press,state,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc’s intro features a cameo by Shawn and an unintentional Easter egg that is ML’s favorite part of the entire production. Can you spot it?

In a surprise move – or is it? – Marc and ML both spent their Monday night watching football in person. Marc was at Ford Field. But where in the world was ML?

Erika Erickson is back in the basement, all fired up about Halloween, scary movies and looking for blood. Metaphorically, of course!

Erika, like Shawn, can’t make every show because their work schedule is demanding. Erika’s next major investigation is a case in point, involving an alleged scammer who uses multiple hustles in multiple states. And maybe even a doppelganger! Erika gives ML and Marc a sneak preview.

ML says he always thought of Drew Barrymore as the adorable toddler in “E.T.” or the loveable server from “The Wedding Singer,” but Erika and Marc are more familiar with her starring roles in horror movies. They explain.

Marc’s fascination with serial killers – or at least true crime shows about serial killers – launches an in depth discussion of the some of the most diabolical sadists.

Michigan has had its share of serial killers, including a couple who were “Michigan Men” in more ways than one. ML disapproves.

Erika and Marc pile on ML when he offers a hot take on what he says is the best Hannibal Lecter movie. (Spoiler alert: Anthony Hopkins is NOT in it.)

The conversation turns from serial killer shows on streaming service to beloved Detroit Red Wings Zamboni driver Al Sabotka, who filed a lawsuit after he got sued for performing his own streaming service into a drain at Little Caesars Arena. Read all about what Tresa Baldas learned when she spoke to the jurors.

ML and Marc discuss the upcoming BIG GAME and what they expect to happen when the Michigan Wolverines roll into Spartan Stadium on Saturday.

Marc says more money is making college football better. ML says the football is better, but there ain’t much college left in it.

If you missed Shawn on the show, don’t miss his alibi – this column in the Free Press. 

Get ML’s take on last week’s big Detroit mayor debate here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Government officials who want to control reporters – particularly one who essentially forced even Fox News to abandon the Pentagon – are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: T Batts, inspired by Tresa’s coverage of the Sobotka trial, TRIES to book Chumbawumba into the New Wave suite to perform the utterly dreadful “Tubthumping.” We only tolerate this outrage because he includes a good story. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Soulmate Matty J increases his monthly pledge, which we think is just a swell idea! Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Curt suggests that Jonathan Smith’s big buyout is the only reason he’s still coaching Spartan football. ML reflects. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68228639Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:12:08 +0000ML ElrickErika is all fired up for Halloween, bringing a touch of evil to Red Shovel Network headquarters where the conversation quickly turns to serial killers. STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc’s intro features a cameo by Shawn and an unintentional Easter egg that is...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc’s intro features a cameo by Shawn and an unintentional Easter egg that is ML’s favorite part of the entire production. Can you spot it?

In a surprise move – or is it? – Marc and ML both spent their Monday night watching football in person. Marc was at Ford Field. But where in the world was ML?

Erika Erickson is back in the basement, all fired up about Halloween, scary movies and looking for blood. Metaphorically, of course!

Erika, like Shawn, can’t make every show because their work schedule is demanding. Erika’s next major investigation is a case in point, involving an alleged scammer who uses multiple hustles in multiple states. And maybe even a doppelganger! Erika gives ML and Marc a sneak preview.

ML says he always thought of Drew Barrymore as the adorable toddler in “E.T.” or the loveable server from “The Wedding Singer,” but Erika and Marc are more familiar with her starring roles in horror movies. They explain.

Marc’s fascination with serial killers – or at least true crime shows about serial killers – launches an in depth discussion of the some of the most diabolical sadists.

Michigan has had its share of serial killers, including a couple who were “Michigan Men” in more ways than one. ML disapproves.

Erika and Marc pile on ML when he offers a hot take on what he says is the best Hannibal Lecter movie. (Spoiler alert: Anthony Hopkins is NOT in it.)

The conversation turns from serial killer shows on streaming service to beloved Detroit Red Wings Zamboni driver Al Sabotka, who filed a lawsuit after he got sued for performing his own streaming service into a drain at Little Caesars Arena. Read all about what Tresa Baldas learned when she spoke to the jurors.

ML and Marc discuss the upcoming BIG GAME and what they expect to happen when the Michigan Wolverines roll into Spartan Stadium on Saturday.

Marc says more money is making college football better. ML says the football is better, but there ain’t much college left in it.

If you missed Shawn on the show, don’t miss his alibi – this column in the Free Press. 

Get ML’s take on last week’s big Detroit mayor debate here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Government officials who want to control reporters – particularly one who essentially forced even Fox News to abandon the Pentagon – are this week’s geek.
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STRAIGHT DOPE:  You know him from his star turns in “The Office,” “Talladega Nights,” “Extract,” and even “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” which is why we call David Koechner the guy who steals every scene he’s in. He does it again on the Red Shovel Network, delivering a killer interview with ML, Marc and ML’s daughter Sophie.

David is coming to Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle on Sunday, Oct. 26 for two shows: He’ll do Office Trivia as Todd Packer at 4 p.m. and then a standup gig at 7 p.m. There’s even a meet-and-greet! Find out more here.

David, a diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan, knows better than to compete with the Detroit Lions. It’s why he scheduled his Royal Oak visit on a BYE WEEK for the Leos. He and Marc discuss last week’s Chiefs-Lions game – including some controversial calls.

If you’re sick of trivia competitions in which players cheat, David says he’s worked out a way to keep that from happening in what he calls “The Best Trivia in The Country, Bar None!”

David spent a year on Saturday Night Live in the mid-90s, where he worked with Will Farrell – and even got to electrocute Christopher Walken! He talks about his relationship with legendary producer Lorne Michaels – and busts a myth about his role on Conan O’Brien’s show.

Soulmates watching the episode get to see David’s “Big Ass Calendar,” which charts all of his upcoming comedy shows, TV appearances, movie roles, etc. He’s a busy man! He blames his five children.

ML asks David if he’s worried about the future of late night shows after Stephen Colbert got cancelled and Jimmy Kimmel got suspended. He’s not, but he has other concerns – and they’re not just about comedy.

Marc asks David about the controversy about comedy in Saudi Arabia, where comedians have to worry about killing – or being killed.

Aspiring comedienne Sophie gets some pro tips from David when ML asks him about the times he’s died on stage.

David’s career has been diverse, including roles in horror films. He and Sophie go deep on “Krampus,” the scary Santa.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML passes on the chance to opine on big buyouts for college football coaches and instead zeroes in on Cooper Lawrence, the CBS News health and wellness reporter who has a side gig – wait for it – HYPING HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRODUCTS!!!

ROOM 7609: Sophie steps up and books Marina into the New Wave suite with “Metallic Stallion.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK:  Pat from Plymouth wants ML to lube up more before the show – which isn’t as creepy as it sounds … or is it? We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:  Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN:  Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68134797Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:45:31 +0000ML ElrickThe Office’s Todd Packer, David Koechner, talks about doing trivia at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle on 10/26, his time on Saturday Night Live and comedy in Saudi Arabia. STRAIGHT DOPE:  You know him from his star turns in “The Office,” “Talladega...
STRAIGHT DOPE:  You know him from his star turns in “The Office,” “Talladega Nights,” “Extract,” and even “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” which is why we call David Koechner the guy who steals every scene he’s in. He does it again on the Red Shovel Network, delivering a killer interview with ML, Marc and ML’s daughter Sophie.

David is coming to Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle on Sunday, Oct. 26 for two shows: He’ll do Office Trivia as Todd Packer at 4 p.m. and then a standup gig at 7 p.m. There’s even a meet-and-greet! Find out more here.

David, a diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan, knows better than to compete with the Detroit Lions. It’s why he scheduled his Royal Oak visit on a BYE WEEK for the Leos. He and Marc discuss last week’s Chiefs-Lions game – including some controversial calls.

If you’re sick of trivia competitions in which players cheat, David says he’s worked out a way to keep that from happening in what he calls “The Best Trivia in The Country, Bar None!”

David spent a year on Saturday Night Live in the mid-90s, where he worked with Will Farrell – and even got to electrocute Christopher Walken! He talks about his relationship with legendary producer Lorne Michaels – and busts a myth about his role on Conan O’Brien’s show.

Soulmates watching the episode get to see David’s “Big Ass Calendar,” which charts all of his upcoming comedy shows, TV appearances, movie roles, etc. He’s a busy man! He blames his five children.

ML asks David if he’s worried about the future of late night shows after Stephen Colbert got cancelled and Jimmy Kimmel got suspended. He’s not, but he has other concerns – and they’re not just about comedy.

Marc asks David about the controversy about comedy in Saudi Arabia, where comedians have to worry about killing – or being killed.

Aspiring comedienne Sophie gets some pro tips from David when ML asks him about the times he’s died on stage.

David’s career has been diverse, including roles in horror films. He and Sophie go deep on “Krampus,” the scary Santa.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML passes on the chance to opine on big buyouts for college football coaches and instead zeroes in on Cooper Lawrence, the CBS News health and wellness reporter who has a side gig – wait for it – HYPING HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRODUCTS!!!

ROOM 7609: Sophie steps up and books Marina into the New Wave suite with “Metallic Stallion.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon...]]>4161anchorman,burr,chiefs,comedy,david,detroit,elrick,free,koechner,lions,michigan,office,press,saudi,snl,stand,upfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with some breaking fake news – the podcast has a new sponsor, German shampoo Schauma – “kraftigendes shampoo mit hoppen!”

While ML was soaking up history and suds in Berlin, Prague and Munich, Shawn was visiting every city in Iowa and Ohio. So instead of discussing ML’s visit to the Topography or Terror, his crib along the Berlin Wall, trips to Prague Castle or the Kafka Museum, a day at Oktoberfest and a day at Dachau, Shawn wants to know WHAT HE ATE. Spoiler alert: ML disappoints his friend. BIG TIME.

In between defending his pedestrian palate, ML opines that his stay in Berlin and Munich revealed how badly Hitler failed in his bid to turn Germany in a homogenous empire: Both cities are among the most diverse he's ever been to. Take that, Fuhrer!!!

Marc and ML discuss their visits to legendary Prague beer hall U Fleku – and how much it has changed over the years.

Kafka is one of the most famous writers of the 20th century, but ML and Marc suggest that he was also one of the biggest whiners. Hear why.

Shawn observes that ML’s trip to Munich has something diabolically in common with his visit to Lyon: He was victimized by criminals and fraudsters in both places! Listen and learn all about it!

Marc marvels at ML’s love of Aldi when ML offers that one of the highlights of his trip was staying so close to an Aldi in Munich.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc uses the transformation of Mark Sanchez from victim to assailant to make those who rush to judgment this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: DJ Weiser offers up another gem with the Bee Gees’ “Walking On Air,” which Soulmates will recognize as little more than an attempt by Maurice Gibbs to show off his bum in blue jeans. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link.

FEEDBACK: Thomas is star-struck by a Shawn sighting at Fenway, Rob nails it, and Don zeroes in on the site of BSA’s video shoot. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68049627Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:23:31 +0000ML ElrickML returns from Munich, so Shawn decides to talk up his trip to Des Moines, while Marc waits for Calgon to take him away. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with some breaking fake news – the podcast has a new sponsor, German shampoo Schauma – “kraftigendes...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with some breaking fake news – the podcast has a new sponsor, German shampoo Schauma – “kraftigendes shampoo mit hoppen!”

While ML was soaking up history and suds in Berlin, Prague and Munich, Shawn was visiting every city in Iowa and Ohio. So instead of discussing ML’s visit to the Topography or Terror, his crib along the Berlin Wall, trips to Prague Castle or the Kafka Museum, a day at Oktoberfest and a day at Dachau, Shawn wants to know WHAT HE ATE. Spoiler alert: ML disappoints his friend. BIG TIME.

In between defending his pedestrian palate, ML opines that his stay in Berlin and Munich revealed how badly Hitler failed in his bid to turn Germany in a homogenous empire: Both cities are among the most diverse he's ever been to. Take that, Fuhrer!!!

Marc and ML discuss their visits to legendary Prague beer hall U Fleku – and how much it has changed over the years.

Kafka is one of the most famous writers of the 20th century, but ML and Marc suggest that he was also one of the biggest whiners. Hear why.

Shawn observes that ML’s trip to Munich has something diabolically in common with his visit to Lyon: He was victimized by criminals and fraudsters in both places! Listen and learn all about it!

Marc marvels at ML’s love of Aldi when ML offers that one of the highlights of his trip was staying so close to an Aldi in Munich.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc uses the transformation of Mark Sanchez from victim to assailant to make those who rush to judgment this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: DJ Weiser offers up another gem with the Bee Gees’ “Walking On Air,” which Soulmates will recognize as little more than an attempt by Maurice Gibbs to show off his bum in blue jeans. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link.

FEEDBACK: Thomas is star-struck by a Shawn sighting at Fenway, Rob nails it, and Don zeroes in on the site of BSA’s video shoot. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find...]]>3904detroit,elrick,europe,free,freep,germany,iowa,lions,michigan,ml,playoffs,prague,press,shawn,tigers,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com

STRAIGHT DOPE: The show is spread across the globe. ESPN's Dan Wetzel joins Marc to do the heavy lifting this week.

The first order of business is to check in live with ML as he is in Munich, Germany for the Oktoberfest celebration. He immediately gets in trouble with security. 

Today's guest host is ESPN investigative journalist and author Dan Wetzel. Wetzel recounts the making of his Netflix Killer Inside documentary about Aaron Hernandez. 

Dan and Marc examine Hernandez’s violent behavior, murders, and double life as a star athlete and aspiring gangster . 

Marc wonders about Dan's extensive rolodex from Jose Baez to Dana White.  Not to mention all the pro and college football coaches.

Dan loves covering the colorful coaches in football from Jim Harbaugh to Bill Belichick. Sports press conferences have become more performative and viral . 

The name of the game in college football is money.  Schools must adapt or be left behind.  The next money grab will be advertisements on uniforms.

Dan finally gives Marc a good explanation why golf's Ryder Cup matters. 

It turns into a broader discussion of Saudi Arabia sportswashing—buying Premier League clubs, LIV Golf, and flag football leagues for NFL stars. 

Also going on this week is one of our countries greatest bracket battles.  It's Fat Bear Week. Dan has always been way ahead of the curve with this event. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A high school teaching assistant causes $55,000 in damages to his school due to his extensive use of "Poop Spray".
 
ROOM 7609: After doing a Bee Gees deep dive, DJ Weiser wants us to check out a cover of "I Started A Joke" by Faith No More.
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
 
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or any other platform where high-quality podcasts are available. You can also share and rate it with others. When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67953953Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:47:03 +0000ML ElrickML checks in from Oktoberfest, as Dan Wetzel joins Marc in the studio to talk about the weird things in sports. PLUS: Fat Bear Week. STRAIGHT DOPE: The show is spread across the globe. ESPN's Dan Wetzel joins Marc to do the heavy lifting this week....

STRAIGHT DOPE: The show is spread across the globe. ESPN's Dan Wetzel joins Marc to do the heavy lifting this week.

The first order of business is to check in live with ML as he is in Munich, Germany for the Oktoberfest celebration. He immediately gets in trouble with security. 

Today's guest host is ESPN investigative journalist and author Dan Wetzel. Wetzel recounts the making of his Netflix Killer Inside documentary about Aaron Hernandez. 

Dan and Marc examine Hernandez’s violent behavior, murders, and double life as a star athlete and aspiring gangster . 

Marc wonders about Dan's extensive rolodex from Jose Baez to Dana White.  Not to mention all the pro and college football coaches.

Dan loves covering the colorful coaches in football from Jim Harbaugh to Bill Belichick. Sports press conferences have become more performative and viral . 

The name of the game in college football is money.  Schools must adapt or be left behind.  The next money grab will be advertisements on uniforms.

Dan finally gives Marc a good explanation why golf's Ryder Cup matters. 

It turns into a broader discussion of Saudi Arabia sportswashing—buying Premier League clubs, LIV Golf, and flag football leagues for NFL stars. 

Also going on this week is one of our countries greatest bracket battles.  It's Fat Bear Week. Dan has always been way ahead of the curve with this event. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A high school teaching assistant causes $55,000 in damages to his school due to his extensive use of "Poop Spray".
 
ROOM 7609: After doing a Bee Gees deep dive, DJ Weiser wants us to check out a cover of "I Started A Joke" by Faith No More.
 
OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
 
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or any other platform where high-quality podcasts are available. You can also share and rate it with others. When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4458bear,dan,detroit,elrick,espn,fat,free,germany,lions,michigan,ml,munich,ncaa,oktoberfest,press,sports,tigers,week,wetzel,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: The first thing that Erika wants to know is who is annoying us this week.  

ML Elrick quickly remembers the annoying time he dressed as the Teletubby Po for Halloween.

ML then provides the oddest mispronunciation of a celebrity that Marc and Erika have ever heard.

The documentary Unknown Number on Netflix is an amazing watch that features an incredibly annoying antagonist.  It's always someone else's fault.

The discussion quickly turns to how much we use and trust annoying AI. There is so much AI slop out there that is clogging up the internet.

ABC allows Jimmy Kimmel to return to his show after an annoying week of finger pointing.

Elrick dives into his most recent column in the Detroit Free Press. City Council President Mary Sheffield's request and acceptance of tickets to the Jeezy concert may have violated Detroit's ban on gifts for officials and could trigger an ethics investigation. Read it here.

Everything in TV news seems to be "Breaking News".  ML recalls the annoying time he was sent all over town to report on breaking news... only to find nothing.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Those people that like cancel culture.  Especially when it only fits their narrative. 

ROOM 7609: Once again ML tries to take a dig at Conor Stallions.  This time with a request for The Clash song Cheat.

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67866169Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:22:04 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson is back. We find out who is annoying us this week AND what public official ML Elrick annoyed. STRAIGHT DOPE: The first thing that Erika wants to know is who is annoying us this week.   ML Elrick quickly remembers the annoying time he...
STRAIGHT DOPE: The first thing that Erika wants to know is who is annoying us this week.  

ML Elrick quickly remembers the annoying time he dressed as the Teletubby Po for Halloween.

ML then provides the oddest mispronunciation of a celebrity that Marc and Erika have ever heard.

The documentary Unknown Number on Netflix is an amazing watch that features an incredibly annoying antagonist.  It's always someone else's fault.

The discussion quickly turns to how much we use and trust annoying AI. There is so much AI slop out there that is clogging up the internet.

ABC allows Jimmy Kimmel to return to his show after an annoying week of finger pointing.

Elrick dives into his most recent column in the Detroit Free Press. City Council President Mary Sheffield's request and acceptance of tickets to the Jeezy concert may have violated Detroit's ban on gifts for officials and could trigger an ethics investigation. Read it here.

Everything in TV news seems to be "Breaking News".  ML recalls the annoying time he was sent all over town to report on breaking news... only to find nothing.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Those people that like cancel culture.  Especially when it only fits their narrative. 

ROOM 7609: Once again ML tries to take a dig at Conor Stallions.  This time with a request for The Clash song Cheat.

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3762abc,annoying,charlie,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,free,jimmy,kimmel,kirk,mary,mayor,michigan,ml,press,sheffield,wdiv,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Legendary sports anchorman John Keating takes a break from trying to break into podcasting to muse over whether he cast a Keating Curse on the Detroit Tigers, who are finally competitive now that he’s spending his days taking sunset pictures on the shores of Lake Michigan.
AFTER listening to OUR show, you can check out Keating's podcast with Red Wings legend Chris Ogood here.

Talk about a tough transition – John’s last gig before coming to Detroit to cover the Red Wings was covering the Colorado Avalanche in the year Claude LeMieux clobbered Kris Draper and the Avs won the Stanley Cup. Listen and learn how he got the Wings to welcome him to Hockeytown.

John tells us the agony he endured doing “anthem fill” while Don Cherry yammered on and on during before a Wings game in Ottawa.

Stanley Cups and trips to the World Series are a lot of fun, but John has also sat through some miserable seasons. He tells us how he has fun, even when the team stinks.

John has got a million great stories. One of the best is how Joe Kocur used Bob Probert to get his job back with the Red Wings.

Marc asks John if he ever gets to leave his anchor desk to celebrate with the players. John recounts some of his favorite championship moments.

Find out how John used the Dixie Chicks to make Chris Osgood laugh.

ML asks John how jocks make the transition to media – are they cocky or humble? John spills the beans.

Shawn makes a surprise appearance while ML’s daughter Sophie waits patiently to talk about the Emmys. It all somehow comes together because they are both big Walton Goggins fans.

Sophie claims she’s been a Goggins fan from the start, but dad sets her straight.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, check out his take on the latest developments in the Detroit mayor’s race. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Please listen to this week’s segment twice before you decide whether to blow your stack.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo books classic Detroit rockers Bitter Sweet Alley into the New Wave movie to play a song that captures Shawn’s feeling about the podcast: “Time to Move.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Evan has a true crime question for Marc – about a case ML is in danger of getting sucked into. And Lindsay calls out billionaires, Shawn and Mitch Albom. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67781308Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:37:55 +0000ML ElrickJohn Keating zooms in from retirement to tell ML, Marc, Shawn – and ML’s daughter Sophie – terrific tales of covering Detroit sports for a quarter century. STRAIGHT DOPE: Legendary sports anchorman John Keating takes a break from trying to break into...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Legendary sports anchorman John Keating takes a break from trying to break into podcasting to muse over whether he cast a Keating Curse on the Detroit Tigers, who are finally competitive now that he’s spending his days taking sunset pictures on the shores of Lake Michigan.
AFTER listening to OUR show, you can check out Keating's podcast with Red Wings legend Chris Ogood here.

Talk about a tough transition – John’s last gig before coming to Detroit to cover the Red Wings was covering the Colorado Avalanche in the year Claude LeMieux clobbered Kris Draper and the Avs won the Stanley Cup. Listen and learn how he got the Wings to welcome him to Hockeytown.

John tells us the agony he endured doing “anthem fill” while Don Cherry yammered on and on during before a Wings game in Ottawa.

Stanley Cups and trips to the World Series are a lot of fun, but John has also sat through some miserable seasons. He tells us how he has fun, even when the team stinks.

John has got a million great stories. One of the best is how Joe Kocur used Bob Probert to get his job back with the Red Wings.

Marc asks John if he ever gets to leave his anchor desk to celebrate with the players. John recounts some of his favorite championship moments.

Find out how John used the Dixie Chicks to make Chris Osgood laugh.

ML asks John how jocks make the transition to media – are they cocky or humble? John spills the beans.

Shawn makes a surprise appearance while ML’s daughter Sophie waits patiently to talk about the Emmys. It all somehow comes together because they are both big Walton Goggins fans.

Sophie claims she’s been a Goggins fan from the start, but dad sets her straight.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, check out his take on the latest developments in the Detroit mayor’s race. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Please listen to this week’s segment twice before you decide whether to blow your stack.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo books classic Detroit rockers Bitter Sweet Alley into the New Wave movie to play a song that captures Shawn’s feeling about the podcast: “Time to Move.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit
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STRAIGHT DOPE: Soulmates, your wait is over! Erika, Marc and I offer our sage advice on thorny topics in our NEW bonus episode, which will drop any day. This is exclusive for our Patreon subscribers (though you can buy individual episodes). To join for as little as $5, follow this link.

The annual Magnum party moves from Hamtramck to Hazel Park on Saturday, Sept. 12. August Gitschlag is one of the three hosts, and he drops in to tell us how the party started, how to get involved, and why it’s such a good cause. Here’s a link with more info.

Magnum 12 is not only a good time, it raises money for families with a loved one who has cancer. It’s serious business, but the party is also serious fun and will be held at the Eastern Palace Club, which August says looks like a Tiki bar that migrated north from Key West.

Shawn is still out, but ML says he’d love to bring Shawn to Magnum 13 – but only if he dressed like Higgins, resplendent in matching khaki shorts and safari shirt.

It’s hard to believe, but Selleck spent more time on “Blue Bloods” than “Magnum, P.I.,” prompting ML to ask what the deal was with all those weekly family dinners.

Erika says the dinners got her wondering how much food got stuck in Selleck’s magnificent mustache. August says he’s more concerned about “Mustache-Booger Panic.”

Marc was clean-shaven and fresh-faced … UNTIL he and Drew and the crew left WRIF. He’s been rocking his “protest beard” ever since.

ML asks Erika how she and her friends feel about mustaches and beards – and ML marvels at why men are so attracted to other men with beards.

Erika can’t say much about it -- yet -- but she is getting into some pretty heavy-duty stories for WDIV. The crew discusses how important it is for the media to do more than regurgitate press releases – and why it’s OK that certain people end up hating you (or so says ML, one of the most-hated reporters in town)!

Marc had a great trip to Norman, Oklahoma, even though his Michigan Wolverines didn’t have as much fun. He tells us all about the “Sooner Schooner.”

ML pays tribute to Ignacio “Ziggy” Gonzalez, who he considers the patron saint of Clark Park. Ziggy passed away at 94. ML shares stories about his life in his latest “On Guard” column. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The hag who harassed a dad who fetched a home run ball for his son at a Phillies game is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike says if ML’s life was a movie, the Violent Femmes' “American Music” would be on the soundtrack. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Max questions Marc’s musical knowledge. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67692912Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:38:20 +0000ML ElrickTom Selleck’s mustache and Hawaiian shirt combo do charity work in Hazel Park, and our special guest tells Erika, Marc and ML how you can get involved. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Soulmates, your wait is over! Erika, Marc and I offer our sage advice on thorny topics in our NEW bonus episode, which will drop any day. This is exclusive for our Patreon subscribers (though you can buy individual episodes). To join for as little as $5, follow this link.

The annual Magnum party moves from Hamtramck to Hazel Park on Saturday, Sept. 12. August Gitschlag is one of the three hosts, and he drops in to tell us how the party started, how to get involved, and why it’s such a good cause. Here’s a link with more info.

Magnum 12 is not only a good time, it raises money for families with a loved one who has cancer. It’s serious business, but the party is also serious fun and will be held at the Eastern Palace Club, which August says looks like a Tiki bar that migrated north from Key West.

Shawn is still out, but ML says he’d love to bring Shawn to Magnum 13 – but only if he dressed like Higgins, resplendent in matching khaki shorts and safari shirt.

It’s hard to believe, but Selleck spent more time on “Blue Bloods” than “Magnum, P.I.,” prompting ML to ask what the deal was with all those weekly family dinners.

Erika says the dinners got her wondering how much food got stuck in Selleck’s magnificent mustache. August says he’s more concerned about “Mustache-Booger Panic.”

Marc was clean-shaven and fresh-faced … UNTIL he and Drew and the crew left WRIF. He’s been rocking his “protest beard” ever since.

ML asks Erika how she and her friends feel about mustaches and beards – and ML marvels at why men are so attracted to other men with beards.

Erika can’t say much about it -- yet -- but she is getting into some pretty heavy-duty stories for WDIV. The crew discusses how important it is for the media to do more than regurgitate press releases – and why it’s OK that certain people end up hating you (or so says ML, one of the most-hated reporters in town)!

Marc had a great trip to Norman, Oklahoma, even though his Michigan Wolverines didn’t have as much fun. He tells us all about the “Sooner Schooner.”

ML pays tribute to Ignacio “Ziggy” Gonzalez, who he considers the patron saint of Clark Park. Ziggy passed away at 94. ML shares stories about his life in his latest “On Guard” column. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The hag who harassed a dad who fetched a home run ball for his son at a Phillies game is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike says if ML’s life was a movie, the Violent Femmes' “American Music” would be on the soundtrack. Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a...]]>4207baseball,charity,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,football,free,freep,local4,magnum,michigan,msu,pi,press,selleck,tom,wdiv,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc manages to cobble together this week’s episode while the Red Shovel Network studios are under renovation. Members of our Patreon supporters group the Soulmates can get a sneak peek at the new digs.

ML is tanned and not exactly rested after a long weekend in East Lansing to teach and watch MSU football, on Lake St. Clair with his class president, at the Country Club of Detroit for his 40th class reunion and in Hamtramck for the Yacht Races … and some Gangster Fun.

You run into all kinds of people at a high school reunion, including classmates with famous siblings. ML asks Marc if he can guess who Mary Kay Lowery’s brother is, and gives him five guesses. That’s a clue, people! Do YOU know the answer?

Here’s another clue: Mary Kay’s brother played in a high school band with ML’s brother Rob. One of the other members of the band also made headlines the hard way when he was killed in the Carnegie Deli massacre. Marc and ML want you to share your best high school stories — they can be triumphant, tragic or just about anything in between. Send them to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

During ML’s 40th high school reunion, he finally got a chance to dance with the woman he considered the best-looking, smartest and nicest girl in his class. Listen and learn who she is — and what her conditions were before she would hit the dance floor.

Marc asks ML about some characters who came out for the reunion and ML says the baddest — in a good way — dude from his class was there. BTW, he looked tanned and terrific … and ML is not just saying that to avoid a beating.

After the reunion, ML recovered by attending the Hamtramck Yacht Races. Read all about it (and see some of the video) here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit


GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML calls out hypocrites who seem to no longer care about gas prices, and Marc hammers an athlete who prefers coffee to water for hydration.

ROOM 7609: Still stuck in class reunion mode, ML (Grosse Pointe South High School Class of 1985) books Killing Joke into the New Wave suite to perform “Eighties.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Kelly answers a question ML asked listeners last week. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67598413Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:20:09 +0000ML ElrickThe truth – and Shawn – is out there somewhere. ML and Marc search for it, while Erika is away at WDIV. STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc manages to cobble together this week’s episode while the Red Shovel Network studios are under renovation. Members of our...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc manages to cobble together this week’s episode while the Red Shovel Network studios are under renovation. Members of our Patreon supporters group the Soulmates can get a sneak peek at the new digs.

ML is tanned and not exactly rested after a long weekend in East Lansing to teach and watch MSU football, on Lake St. Clair with his class president, at the Country Club of Detroit for his 40th class reunion and in Hamtramck for the Yacht Races … and some Gangster Fun.

You run into all kinds of people at a high school reunion, including classmates with famous siblings. ML asks Marc if he can guess who Mary Kay Lowery’s brother is, and gives him five guesses. That’s a clue, people! Do YOU know the answer?

Here’s another clue: Mary Kay’s brother played in a high school band with ML’s brother Rob. One of the other members of the band also made headlines the hard way when he was killed in the Carnegie Deli massacre. Marc and ML want you to share your best high school stories — they can be triumphant, tragic or just about anything in between. Send them to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

During ML’s 40th high school reunion, he finally got a chance to dance with the woman he considered the best-looking, smartest and nicest girl in his class. Listen and learn who she is — and what her conditions were before she would hit the dance floor.

Marc asks ML about some characters who came out for the reunion and ML says the baddest — in a good way — dude from his class was there. BTW, he looked tanned and terrific … and ML is not just saying that to avoid a beating.

After the reunion, ML recovered by attending the Hamtramck Yacht Races. Read all about it (and see some of the video) here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit


GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML calls out hypocrites who seem to no longer care about gas prices, and Marc hammers an athlete who prefers coffee to water for hydration.

ROOM 7609: Still stuck in class reunion mode, ML (Grosse Pointe South High School Class of 1985) books Killing Joke into the New Wave suite to perform “Eighties.” Please send us your suggestion for a song — along with a great story — to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


OUR BENEFACTORS: Please consider supporting the show by making a one-time donation or becoming a Soulmate, which is what Erika calls our Patreon subscribers. Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

FEEDBACK: Kelly answers a question ML asked listeners last week. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com3572college,day,detroit,elrick,football,free,freep,grosse,hamtramck,labor,michigan,ml,pointe,press,school,state,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: You might think with his affection for New Wave music, and his 1985 Buick Riviera, that high school was the best days of ML’s life. Not so. Nevertheless, he is looking forward to attending the 40th class reunion of his alma mater, Grosse Pointe South High School, this weekend. Listen and learn why.

ML claims kinship with Millennials because he felt invisible in high school. Marc asks what changed.

Marc and Tresa haven’t had a class reunion. Ever. Marc reveals the reason for his reunion fail. Tresa cops to putting a curse on her class … and shares why she’s thinking of lifting it.

While Marc somehow stayed one step ahead of the law in high school, ML almost got banned from graduation after getting caught pulling a senior prank. He tells all about it – including how the punishment could have exposed him to a lethal dose of toxic material.

Unlike her husband, Tresa was popular in high school and got along with everyone. But she was haunted by a feeling she didn’t quite belong. She tells all about it.

Being a kid in high school can feel like the blind leading the blind. Well, when Tresa was in high school, she actually led the blind – in marching band, no less.

ML says being an unpopular dick in high school helped prepare him for his career as an investigative reporter. Find out why.

Tresa says one of her classmates was so hot even the blind girl knew he was a stud. ML is not impressed.

Mr. Binder held ML’s life in his hands, but showed the kind of mercy that can change a life. ML shares why he will never forget the grace that kept him out of jail … after his dad nearly shot him in the face.

Listener Sean thanks us for having Dan Wetzel of ESPN on to share a story that could literally save a life. Read all about it here.

ML never gets to hype his latest On Guard column, which you can read all about here by hitting this link.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML offers one of the most obscure geeks ever before Marc calls out a current trend leaving college campuses on lockdown.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike hits the trifecta with a great story about a great band who are from Detroit! Check out Gangster Fun playing “Mario’s Hideout” in the New Wave suite, then catch them LIVE in Hamtramck on Labor Day. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

OUR BENEFACTORS: Dee from the U.K. is our newest Soulmate, while Sean sends a one-time donation to thank us for Wetzel’s work. To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 

FEEDBACK: DJ Weiser is not entertained. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67519808Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:06:35 +0000ML ElrickML is STILL recovering from high school, so why is he going to his 40thclass reunion this weekend? Marc and special guest Tresa Baldas share some of their most vivid memories from their school daze. STRAIGHT DOPE: You might think with his affection...
STRAIGHT DOPE: You might think with his affection for New Wave music, and his 1985 Buick Riviera, that high school was the best days of ML’s life. Not so. Nevertheless, he is looking forward to attending the 40th class reunion of his alma mater, Grosse Pointe South High School, this weekend. Listen and learn why.

ML claims kinship with Millennials because he felt invisible in high school. Marc asks what changed.

Marc and Tresa haven’t had a class reunion. Ever. Marc reveals the reason for his reunion fail. Tresa cops to putting a curse on her class … and shares why she’s thinking of lifting it.

While Marc somehow stayed one step ahead of the law in high school, ML almost got banned from graduation after getting caught pulling a senior prank. He tells all about it – including how the punishment could have exposed him to a lethal dose of toxic material.

Unlike her husband, Tresa was popular in high school and got along with everyone. But she was haunted by a feeling she didn’t quite belong. She tells all about it.

Being a kid in high school can feel like the blind leading the blind. Well, when Tresa was in high school, she actually led the blind – in marching band, no less.

ML says being an unpopular dick in high school helped prepare him for his career as an investigative reporter. Find out why.

Tresa says one of her classmates was so hot even the blind girl knew he was a stud. ML is not impressed.

Mr. Binder held ML’s life in his hands, but showed the kind of mercy that can change a life. ML shares why he will never forget the grace that kept him out of jail … after his dad nearly shot him in the face.

Listener Sean thanks us for having Dan Wetzel of ESPN on to share a story that could literally save a life. Read all about it here.

ML never gets to hype his latest On Guard column, which you can read all about here by hitting this link.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML offers one of the most obscure geeks ever before Marc calls out a current trend leaving college campuses on lockdown.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike hits the trifecta with a great story about a great band who are from Detroit! Check out Gangster Fun playing “Mario’s Hideout” in the New Wave suite, then catch them LIVE in Hamtramck on Labor Day. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

OUR BENEFACTORS: Dee from the U.K. is our newest Soulmate, while Sean sends a one-time donation to thank us for Wetzel’s work. 4211back,baldas,detroit,elrick,free,hoax,michigan,ml,press,reunion,school,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML says, with a straight face, that he does not want to talk about penalties the NCAA levied on the Michigan Wolverines. Then he says he’s only doing it because YOU want it. So it’s all your fault? Sheesh! This guy should be a college football coach!!!

ESPN’s Dan Wetzel joins the crew to provide an impartial perspective on the U-M sign stealing scandal that he covered extensively while at Yahoo Sports.

The Wolverines could be looking at a $30 million fine – which is real money to most folks. But ML says billionaire Larry Ellison, who ponied up the money for U-M’s prize quarterback, will probably just write another check.

Marc asks if ML knows who hired former U-M President Santa Ono. The answer probably won’t shock you…

Shawn and ML finally agree on something – that Michigan’s sterling reputation is tarnished by the sign-stealing scandal. Marc totally disagrees, while Dan offers a more nuanced take.

Did Connor Stalions cry? Marc wants to know.

When he’s not breaking big sports stories, Dan is telling compelling tales. His latest is about a high school athlete in the U.P. who was the victim of a sextortion plot. It’s a tragic story and involves some terrific police work that results in bringing a measure of justice to the victims. Read all about it here.

Dan’s story has lots of great takeaways, but this is among the most useful: If sextortionists ask you for money, turn off your computer and don’t give them a cent.

Other than mentioning that Samuel L. Jackson contributed to a candidate for mayor of Detroit, ML never gets to hype his latest On Guard column, which you can read all about for FREE by hitting this link.

Shawn is fascinated by U-M referring to itself as the KGB. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: For possibly the first time, ML skips GOW. Listen and learn why.

ROOM 7609: In a nod to the way U-M handles scandal, as well as in awe of the weirdest music video ever, ML books Go West into the New Wave suite to perform “We Close Our Eyes.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Chris is our newest Soulmate, and ML gives a shout out to Nick … just in case he forgot to thank him for signing on a few weeks ago. Dennis also sends a generous donation – along with a lengthy note that manages to skewer everyone. To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

FEEDBACK: Rebecca, aka Becky, writes that she is, indeed, real. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:  Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67441239Tue, 19 Aug 2025 17:13:44 +0000ML ElrickESPN’s Dan Wetzel opines on the NCAA and Michigan Wolverines, while Marc defends the Big House and ML and Shawn finally agree on something. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML says, with a straight face, that he does not want to talk about penalties the NCAA levied on...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML says, with a straight face, that he does not want to talk about penalties the NCAA levied on the Michigan Wolverines. Then he says he’s only doing it because YOU want it. So it’s all your fault? Sheesh! This guy should be a college football coach!!!

ESPN’s Dan Wetzel joins the crew to provide an impartial perspective on the U-M sign stealing scandal that he covered extensively while at Yahoo Sports.

The Wolverines could be looking at a $30 million fine – which is real money to most folks. But ML says billionaire Larry Ellison, who ponied up the money for U-M’s prize quarterback, will probably just write another check.

Marc asks if ML knows who hired former U-M President Santa Ono. The answer probably won’t shock you…

Shawn and ML finally agree on something – that Michigan’s sterling reputation is tarnished by the sign-stealing scandal. Marc totally disagrees, while Dan offers a more nuanced take.

Did Connor Stalions cry? Marc wants to know.

When he’s not breaking big sports stories, Dan is telling compelling tales. His latest is about a high school athlete in the U.P. who was the victim of a sextortion plot. It’s a tragic story and involves some terrific police work that results in bringing a measure of justice to the victims. Read all about it here.

Dan’s story has lots of great takeaways, but this is among the most useful: If sextortionists ask you for money, turn off your computer and don’t give them a cent.

Other than mentioning that Samuel L. Jackson contributed to a candidate for mayor of Detroit, ML never gets to hype his latest On Guard column, which you can read all about for FREE by hitting this link.

Shawn is fascinated by U-M referring to itself as the KGB. Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: For possibly the first time, ML skips GOW. Listen and learn why.

ROOM 7609: In a nod to the way U-M handles scandal, as well as in awe of the weirdest music video ever, ML books Go West into the New Wave suite to perform “We Close Our Eyes.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Chris is our newest Soulmate, and ML gives a shout out to Nick … just in case he forgot to thank him for signing on...]]>4974connor,dan,demay,detroit,elrick,football,free,freep,harbaugh,jordan,michigan,ml,ncaa,press,sextortion,signs,stalions,suicide,wetzel,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/death-wishes-august-12-2025--67345093
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wonders whether Marc should have put a disclaimer on the show before the intro, which is most definitely not “Arthur appropriate.” Then he wonders if Shawn hired actors to create the perception that he is a fan favorite.

ML is worried that Marc is mad at him after he sent a text over the weekend that, if you don’t know Radiohead, would have been more than mildly offensive. Erika assures him that the problem was really that it wasn’t nearly as clever as ML imagined.

After making a bold prediction about the results of the Detroit mayoral primary during last week’s show, ML takes a victory lap. Marc wonders whether he was still surprised by the share of the vote the top two candidates received. ML shared his take on the race to replace Mayor Mike Duggan in his latest On Guard column, which you can read all about for FREE by hitting this link.

Marc shares his “death wish,” as Erika and ML share their take on funerals and crazy requests people include in their wills. ML, for example, attended a funeral a couple years ago where mourners were greeted by two llamas.

Just as things are getting grim, Shawn bursts in like a ray of sunlight, to reminisce about the funeral of former Alabama governor George Wallace. Really!

Marc shares how he likes to live dangerously – but maybe not as dangerously as Shawn’s son trying to break the sound barrier in a Ford Flex.

Erika and Marc sound off on the Dream Cruise, and how it has expanded far beyond a weekend on Woodward.

Erika, Marc, Shawn and ML reflect on the fake IDs they once used to get into bars as teenagers. ML, for example, was once known as “Irwin Wilson.”

Shawn steals the show with the tragic tale of how he found out that the older woman he loved had forsaken his high school heart for a fellow collegian while attending the University of North Texas. And, yes, there is a Belvin angle to this story!

Erika has just one question for Shawn: "Whatever happened to the skank?"

When he’s not lamenting his lost love, Shawn writes stuff like this for the Free Press.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML muses whether the Danish zoo that invited pet owners to offer their ill critters as food for the wild animals are this week’s geeks, or the people who pass up an opportunity to give Fido one last chance to contribute to the circle of life.

ROOM 7609: We waited two months to play the tune Mike waited seven years to hear. Listen to The Sultans of Ping FC play “Where’s Me Jumper?” and let us know whether the story, and the tune, were worth the wait. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Emily Elrick is our newest Soulmate, prompting ML to wonder why Marc’s daughters haven’t ponied up their allowance yet. To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
FEEDBACK: Teebs puts out a call for help. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67345093Tue, 12 Aug 2025 16:06:50 +0000ML ElrickErika, Marc and ML put the “fun” in funeral, as the show gets off to an oddly macabre start, before Shawn makes the scene and livens things up. Really! STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wonders whether Marc should have put a disclaimer on the show before the intro,...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wonders whether Marc should have put a disclaimer on the show before the intro, which is most definitely not “Arthur appropriate.” Then he wonders if Shawn hired actors to create the perception that he is a fan favorite.

ML is worried that Marc is mad at him after he sent a text over the weekend that, if you don’t know Radiohead, would have been more than mildly offensive. Erika assures him that the problem was really that it wasn’t nearly as clever as ML imagined.

After making a bold prediction about the results of the Detroit mayoral primary during last week’s show, ML takes a victory lap. Marc wonders whether he was still surprised by the share of the vote the top two candidates received. ML shared his take on the race to replace Mayor Mike Duggan in his latest On Guard column, which you can read all about for FREE by hitting this link.

Marc shares his “death wish,” as Erika and ML share their take on funerals and crazy requests people include in their wills. ML, for example, attended a funeral a couple years ago where mourners were greeted by two llamas.

Just as things are getting grim, Shawn bursts in like a ray of sunlight, to reminisce about the funeral of former Alabama governor George Wallace. Really!

Marc shares how he likes to live dangerously – but maybe not as dangerously as Shawn’s son trying to break the sound barrier in a Ford Flex.

Erika and Marc sound off on the Dream Cruise, and how it has expanded far beyond a weekend on Woodward.

Erika, Marc, Shawn and ML reflect on the fake IDs they once used to get into bars as teenagers. ML, for example, was once known as “Irwin Wilson.”

Shawn steals the show with the tragic tale of how he found out that the older woman he loved had forsaken his high school heart for a fellow collegian while attending the University of North Texas. And, yes, there is a Belvin angle to this story!

Erika has just one question for Shawn: "Whatever happened to the skank?"

When he’s not lamenting his lost love, Shawn writes stuff like this for the Free Press.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML muses whether the Danish zoo that invited pet owners to offer their ill critters as food for the wild animals are this week’s geeks, or the people who pass up an opportunity to give Fido one last chance to contribute to the circle of life.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: Last month, ML told the story of why he left Fox 2 back in 2019. Today, he was back at the station, offering commentary on the Detroit mayor’s race. Marc asks him what it was like to "go home." If you missed his hit on the news, you can read all about his take on the mayoral candidates in his latest column for the Free Press – and this week’s column is FREE.

ML makes a bold prediction for who he thinks will finish first and second in the mayoral primary. Listen and, if he got it right, remember you heard it here first. (If he got it wrong, forget this ever happened…)

ML recaps Soul Night at the Cadieux, where big-hearted Matt Riley crushed the feather bowling dreams of a 12-year-old, and a beautiful woman professes that she only came out to meet … SHAWN. (True story!!!)

While Shawn recounts some of the old TV shows he’s catching up with, ML asks Marc to debut a new drop that, if it were a cologne, would be called “Essence of Windsor.”

All you Nobel Prize winning physicists out there may appreciate ML’s cold fusion joke. (The rest of you can just laugh, in an ill-fated attempt to show how brilliant you are.)

The “Naked Gun” reboot has ML wondering whether it’s coincidence or some kind of cosmic plan that Leslie Nielsen and Liam Neeson have the same initials and are serious actors who turned to comedy when their career stalled.

Marc suggests that Neeson’s career is getting a bounce from his new girlfriend, Pamela Anderson, who Shawn says he would rather date now than in her heyday. ML and Marc are incredulous.

Did you notice the way the dude in the intro says “protein?” Is it just us, or was it weird. Or, as Shawn suggests, was he saying “protean?” And just what the hell is that, anyway?

The Free Press and News literally “STOPPED THE PRESSES” for the last time on Monday. ML pays tribute to the men and women who made the magic happen at the plant on Mound and Metro Parkway, while Marc asks ML and Shawn if they know the last time someone actually stopped the presses for a big story.

Shawn opines on the Tigers’ performance at the trade deadline in his latest column. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Politicians who try to break our system for short-term gain are this week’s geek. ML explains.

ROOM 7609: Marc succeeds in his second attempt to book Dope into the New Wave suite with their cover of “You Spin Me Round.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Susan, perhaps inspired by Vince, TRIPLES her contribution and Max and Adam are our newest sponsors. To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 
FEEDBACK: T Batts recaps Soul Night at the Cadieux – proving, once again, that he knows how to show a woman a good time, and Dawn criticizes ML “respectfully.” We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67260693Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:10:24 +0000ML ElrickMarc and Shawn wait for ML to return from Fox 2, where he dropped in to opine on the Detroit mayor’s race – and proves that you CAN go home again! STRAIGHT DOPE: Last month, ML told the story of why he left Fox 2 back in 2019....
STRAIGHT DOPE: Last month, ML told the story of why he left Fox 2 back in 2019. Today, he was back at the station, offering commentary on the Detroit mayor’s race. Marc asks him what it was like to "go home." If you missed his hit on the news, you can read all about his take on the mayoral candidates in his latest column for the Free Press – and this week’s column is FREE.

ML makes a bold prediction for who he thinks will finish first and second in the mayoral primary. Listen and, if he got it right, remember you heard it here first. (If he got it wrong, forget this ever happened…)

ML recaps Soul Night at the Cadieux, where big-hearted Matt Riley crushed the feather bowling dreams of a 12-year-old, and a beautiful woman professes that she only came out to meet … SHAWN. (True story!!!)

While Shawn recounts some of the old TV shows he’s catching up with, ML asks Marc to debut a new drop that, if it were a cologne, would be called “Essence of Windsor.”

All you Nobel Prize winning physicists out there may appreciate ML’s cold fusion joke. (The rest of you can just laugh, in an ill-fated attempt to show how brilliant you are.)

The “Naked Gun” reboot has ML wondering whether it’s coincidence or some kind of cosmic plan that Leslie Nielsen and Liam Neeson have the same initials and are serious actors who turned to comedy when their career stalled.

Marc suggests that Neeson’s career is getting a bounce from his new girlfriend, Pamela Anderson, who Shawn says he would rather date now than in her heyday. ML and Marc are incredulous.

Did you notice the way the dude in the intro says “protein?” Is it just us, or was it weird. Or, as Shawn suggests, was he saying “protean?” And just what the hell is that, anyway?

The Free Press and News literally “STOPPED THE PRESSES” for the last time on Monday. ML pays tribute to the men and women who made the magic happen at the plant on Mound and Metro Parkway, while Marc asks ML and Shawn if they know the last time someone actually stopped the presses for a big story.

Shawn opines on the Tigers’ performance at the trade deadline in his latest column. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Politicians who try to break our system for short-term gain are this week’s geek. ML explains.

ROOM 7609: Marc succeeds in his second attempt to book Dope into the New Wave suite with their cover of “You Spin Me Round.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: This week’s outstanding intro sets up a discussion of what’s on tap for Soul Night at the Cadieux Café on Friday night. Soulmates – members of our Patreon supporter group – get in free. (Soulmates should have received an access code to the email address you used to sign up.) In addition to free admission, Soulmates get free feather bowling with the crew from 7 to 8 p.m., and some free swag. EVERYONE gets free Miller Lite from 8:45 to 10 p.m.

If you’re not a Soulmate but want to get in at a discount, save $5 on admission by buying your ticket in advance on EventBrite using this link.

Back to that intro, which is from the C. Thomas Howell movie “Soul Man.” ML, Marc, Shawn and Max discuss whether it could be made today. The rub is that Howell plays a white guy who pretends to be a Black guy – something no one thought twice about back in the 1980s.

Shawn wonders whether a much more recent movie -- “Tropic Thunder” -- could be made today, because Robert Downey Jr. is a white guy who pretends to be a Black guy. Marc and Max think it could be made. Listen and learn why.

While we’re on the subject of cultural appropriation, Marc asks whether “White Chicks” could be made today. ML and Shawn say yes.

Why is casting people in roles that don’t match their race, nationality or sexual orientation so controversial? The crew acknowledges that opportunity is one factor, then debate whether acting talent should also be a factor, prompting ML to share an anecdote about what Sir Laurence Olivier said to method-acting maven Dustin Hoffman during the filming of “Marathon Man.”

One thing we can all agree on is that Eddie Murphy’s Saturday Night Live skit in which he dresses up as a white guy is one of the funniest skits ever!

Musician Max opines on the poignancy of Ozzy Osbourne’s final performance with Black Sabbath. ML – with no disrespect to Ozzy intended – says it’s about time someone’s final tour will REALLY BE THEIR FINAL TOUR!!!

Speaking of dearly departed entertainers, Shawn recounts his encounter with Hulk Hogan last year at Detroit Lions’ training camp.

Marc recalls how the Hulkster’s sex video killed Gawker. ML loves the First Amendment – and is willing to tolerate some extremes to protect the routine – but even he says the news site crossed the line when it published Hulk and a buddy’s wife cavorting.

Shawn talks about his attempt to visit a psychic while in Las Vegas. Spoiler alert: The psychic didn’t know Shawn was coming! Here’s his column on the mountains, the mob and trip to Sin City.

ML mentions his latest columns on the mayoral candidate who was convicted of beating his first wife back in 1993. Read them here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Listener Dawn picks this week’s geek, and asks ML if her choice should step down from his official duties until his case is resolved.

ROOM 7609: Max Prokop of The King’s English, Shasta Fox and The Smiths United debuts a new solo song and video, “Time to Run,” prompting a lengthy discussion of anxiety and the writing process – two topics that often converge. And Shawn confesses: He HATES writing! Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Nick is our newest Soulmate – and Vince TRIPLES his contribution. GO, VINCENZO!!! To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon   

FEEDBACK: Mike Decent – who has an awesome DJ name – and Soulmates Thomas B (aka Yopar) and Susan LOVE Erika’s selection for Room 7609 last week. Sabrina asks ML about where Detroit mayoral candidates have laid their heads. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67179059Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:57:31 +0000ML ElrickJoin us FRIDAY at the Cadieux Café for Soul Night! Two bands, lots of great VIP experiences and free swag for Soulmates are on tap, along with Max Prokop and TWO of his bands. ML, Shawn, Erika and Marc will be there to mix and mingle. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: This week’s outstanding intro sets up a discussion of what’s on tap for Soul Night at the Cadieux Café on Friday night. Soulmates – members of our Patreon supporter group – get in free. (Soulmates should have received an access code to the email address you used to sign up.) In addition to free admission, Soulmates get free feather bowling with the crew from 7 to 8 p.m., and some free swag. EVERYONE gets free Miller Lite from 8:45 to 10 p.m.

If you’re not a Soulmate but want to get in at a discount, save $5 on admission by buying your ticket in advance on EventBrite using this link.

Back to that intro, which is from the C. Thomas Howell movie “Soul Man.” ML, Marc, Shawn and Max discuss whether it could be made today. The rub is that Howell plays a white guy who pretends to be a Black guy – something no one thought twice about back in the 1980s.

Shawn wonders whether a much more recent movie -- “Tropic Thunder” -- could be made today, because Robert Downey Jr. is a white guy who pretends to be a Black guy. Marc and Max think it could be made. Listen and learn why.

While we’re on the subject of cultural appropriation, Marc asks whether “White Chicks” could be made today. ML and Shawn say yes.

Why is casting people in roles that don’t match their race, nationality or sexual orientation so controversial? The crew acknowledges that opportunity is one factor, then debate whether acting talent should also be a factor, prompting ML to share an anecdote about what Sir Laurence Olivier said to method-acting maven Dustin Hoffman during the filming of “Marathon Man.”

One thing we can all agree on is that Eddie Murphy’s Saturday Night Live skit in which he dresses up as a white guy is one of the funniest skits ever!

Musician Max opines on the poignancy of Ozzy Osbourne’s final performance with Black Sabbath. ML – with no disrespect to Ozzy intended – says it’s about time someone’s final tour will REALLY BE THEIR FINAL TOUR!!!

Speaking of dearly departed entertainers, Shawn recounts his encounter with Hulk Hogan last year at Detroit Lions’ training camp.

Marc recalls how the Hulkster’s sex video killed Gawker. ML loves the First Amendment – and is willing to tolerate some extremes to protect the routine – but even he says the news site crossed the line when it published Hulk and a buddy’s wife cavorting.

Shawn talks about his attempt to visit a psychic while in Las Vegas. Spoiler alert: The psychic didn’t know Shawn was coming! Here’s his column on the mountains, the mob and trip to Sin City.

ML mentions his latest columns on the mayoral candidate who was convicted of beating his first wife back in 1993. Read them here.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn somehow dominates the top of the show, even though he’s abandoned the crew for Las Vegas. Marc wonders who else would be so miserable about a trip to Sin City?

Erika drops in on her way to work to give ML a hard time about almost missing work on Sunday – when his investigative talents were required to get to the bottom of the Detroit Festival of Books. Read all about it here.

The OTHER big news last week was the affair between a billionaire and his HR director revealed after their awkward appearance on a KissCam during a Coldplay concert.  While it was embarrassing for each of the lovers, ML wonders whether Coldplay was the collateral damage because of the number of people mocking them ... for attending a Coldplay concert.

Marc confesses to liking Coldplay – but only the first four albums. Erika and ML wonder whether that makes him “record store guy,” lording his knowledge over something and dismissing it after it goes “mainstream.”

Billionaires are people, too… or are they? ML doesn’t feel sorry for them, but Erika wonders whether that extends to their families. A lively debate over what affairs do to families follows.

Erika misses Brad Edwards, the outstanding fellow Fox 2 alumni who launched “The Edge” before moving on to bigger and better things in Indianapolis, then Chicago. The crew decides they will invite Brad to join them for a future show.  

Tom Cruise’s obscure movies inspire ML to bust out some of his (worst) accents and Ireland stories, while Marc professes to possess only one outstanding imitation.

Erika confesses that she is the queen of movie criticism and spoilers. Listen and learn why.

Catch ML’s latest On Guard column, which explores the influence dark money is having on the Detroit mayoral election here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: If you hated weaponizing government THEN, but don’t mind it NOW, you’re this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Erika books Champaign into the New Wave suite to perform “How Bout Us” and ML and Marc get to do their best Shawn imitation as they mock the song and video. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Tom B keeps his word and becomes a Soulmate, along with Johnny P! To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

FEEDBACK: TB/Yopar asks ML which Johnson’s Milk Depot he worked at. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67073753Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:37:47 +0000ML ElrickErika sends Shawn to Las Vegas so he won’t make fun of her song selection for Room 7609, but Marc and ML pick up the slack. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn somehow dominates the top of the show, even though he’s abandoned the crew for Las Vegas. Marc wonders...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn somehow dominates the top of the show, even though he’s abandoned the crew for Las Vegas. Marc wonders who else would be so miserable about a trip to Sin City?

Erika drops in on her way to work to give ML a hard time about almost missing work on Sunday – when his investigative talents were required to get to the bottom of the Detroit Festival of Books. Read all about it here.

The OTHER big news last week was the affair between a billionaire and his HR director revealed after their awkward appearance on a KissCam during a Coldplay concert.  While it was embarrassing for each of the lovers, ML wonders whether Coldplay was the collateral damage because of the number of people mocking them ... for attending a Coldplay concert.

Marc confesses to liking Coldplay – but only the first four albums. Erika and ML wonder whether that makes him “record store guy,” lording his knowledge over something and dismissing it after it goes “mainstream.”

Billionaires are people, too… or are they? ML doesn’t feel sorry for them, but Erika wonders whether that extends to their families. A lively debate over what affairs do to families follows.

Erika misses Brad Edwards, the outstanding fellow Fox 2 alumni who launched “The Edge” before moving on to bigger and better things in Indianapolis, then Chicago. The crew decides they will invite Brad to join them for a future show.  

Tom Cruise’s obscure movies inspire ML to bust out some of his (worst) accents and Ireland stories, while Marc professes to possess only one outstanding imitation.

Erika confesses that she is the queen of movie criticism and spoilers. Listen and learn why.

Catch ML’s latest On Guard column, which explores the influence dark money is having on the Detroit mayoral election here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: If you hated weaponizing government THEN, but don’t mind it NOW, you’re this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Erika books Champaign into the New Wave suite to perform “How Bout Us” and ML and Marc get to do their best Shawn imitation as they mock the song and video. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Tom B keeps his word and becomes a Soulmate, along with Johnny P! To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
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STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit’s premier mob expert Scott Burnstein zooms in from Vegas to discuss new developments in the mystery we’re all still talking about 50 years later – the disappearance of
Teamster boss Jimmy Hoffa.

Before Scott delves into the mystique surrounding Hoffa’s last meal at an Oakland County eatery, ML reveals his mom’s brush with the mob outside their homes on Middlesex in Grosse Pointe Park – not far from where Bob Bashara later murdered his wife.

Shawn asks Scott whether there were any ties between the Detroit mob and the Soprano’s, and Scott tells the crew how local mob lawyer Neil Fink influenced the epic HBO series.

Marc asks Scott what he thinks about “The Irishman,” the Martin Scorsese film asserting that Frank Sheeran whacked Hoffa. Listen and learn why Scott thinks Sheeran is full of shite.

Scott says he knows who killed Hoffa – and ML is skeptical. ML cites some of the other times experts said they found Hoffa or his killer, but Scott says “this time is different.”

Listen and learn what happened to the restaurant where Hoffa disappeared – and whether you can still grab a bite where Jimmy got grabbed.

Scott is hosting a series of events to discuss Hoffa’s disappearance. The first is July 23. Find out more here.  You can read Scott’s work at https://gangsterreport.com/ or check his podcast “Original Gangsters.”

Before Scott goes, ML tells the story of his visit to Hoffa’s office at Teamster headquarters during his campaign for city council – and why it matters which couch you get to sit on.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column about a Detroit mayoral candidate who got in trouble with the Board of Ethics, catch it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: It’s Conor Stalions – again – and ML gets support from an unexpected source when Marc pushes back.

ROOM 7609: Listener Thomas tells a tale of catching a young "Angry Al" Jorgensen and the Violent Femmes in Chicago as he books Ministry into the New Wave suite to perform “Work for Love.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: No new Soulmates this week, but Thomas SAYS he’s going to join. Come back next week to see if he does! To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 
  
FEEDBACK: Jim O writes again – and is far less ponderous. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

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SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66988110Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:01:30 +0000ML ElrickIt’s been 50 years since Jimmy Hoffa disappeared, and mob expert Scott Burnstein tells ML, Marc and Shawn he knows who did the hit. STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit’s premier mob expert Scott Burnstein zooms in from Vegas to discuss new developments in the...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit’s premier mob expert Scott Burnstein zooms in from Vegas to discuss new developments in the mystery we’re all still talking about 50 years later – the disappearance of
Teamster boss Jimmy Hoffa.

Before Scott delves into the mystique surrounding Hoffa’s last meal at an Oakland County eatery, ML reveals his mom’s brush with the mob outside their homes on Middlesex in Grosse Pointe Park – not far from where Bob Bashara later murdered his wife.

Shawn asks Scott whether there were any ties between the Detroit mob and the Soprano’s, and Scott tells the crew how local mob lawyer Neil Fink influenced the epic HBO series.

Marc asks Scott what he thinks about “The Irishman,” the Martin Scorsese film asserting that Frank Sheeran whacked Hoffa. Listen and learn why Scott thinks Sheeran is full of shite.

Scott says he knows who killed Hoffa – and ML is skeptical. ML cites some of the other times experts said they found Hoffa or his killer, but Scott says “this time is different.”

Listen and learn what happened to the restaurant where Hoffa disappeared – and whether you can still grab a bite where Jimmy got grabbed.

Scott is hosting a series of events to discuss Hoffa’s disappearance. The first is July 23. Find out more here.  You can read Scott’s work at https://gangsterreport.com/ or check his podcast “Original Gangsters.”

Before Scott goes, ML tells the story of his visit to Hoffa’s office at Teamster headquarters during his campaign for city council – and why it matters which couch you get to sit on.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column about a Detroit mayoral candidate who got in trouble with the Board of Ethics, catch it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: It’s Conor Stalions – again – and ML gets support from an unexpected source when Marc pushes back.

ROOM 7609: Listener Thomas tells a tale of catching a young "Angry Al" Jorgensen and the Violent Femmes in Chicago as he books Ministry into the New Wave suite to perform “Work for Love.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: No new Soulmates this week, but Thomas SAYS he’s going to join. Come back next week to see if he does! To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 
  
FEEDBACK: Jim O writes again – and is far less ponderous....]]>4171burnstein,elrick,fox,free,hoffa,jimmy,mafia,mob,press,red,scott,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comSoulmates, Assemble!

Ryan Ermanni’s new gig keeps him from a Fox 2 reunion with ML, so the newsman is forced to grab the conch shell (actually, an empty Timmy Ho cup) and summon Marc and Shawn so the news team can assemble!

STRAIGHT DOPE: Ryan Ermanni was going to stop by on his way to host his new show on WJR, but asks for a rain check because it turns out he’d rather do a great radio show at the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building than a mediocre podcast in a shabby basement.

Can you judge a man by his donut? ML believes you can, and tests his theory by bringing in some Tim Hortons for Marc and Shawn.

ML, perhaps unwisely, offers to invite any Soulmate who signs up for $100 a month (or more) to his epic, annual backyard beer party – featuring The Smiths United. In the process, Marc and Shawn realize they had not yet received THEIR invites to the gig. OOPS!!!

Shawn was on the road with the Tigers last week, but can’t wait to weigh in late on the debate over whether “Jaws” holds up 50 years later. (He says yes, Marc says no, ML unloads on Richard Dreyfus.)

Marc says “Jaws” makes him think of “Open Water,” which leads to ML reminiscing about the time he was almost lost at sea in the Great Barrier Reef. It’s a long (and old) story, but even Shawn thinks it was well-told.

A broke ML managed to backpack for a month in Australia by doing chores at youth hostels to pay for his accommodations and meals, prompting Marc to extoll the virtues of hotel living – and reveal his enmity toward AirBNBs.

Shawn is heading to Las Vegas for work, but unlike most folks, says he’s not a big Vegas fan. ML speculates it’s because he’s upset about where the dancers strategically position their feathers.

What is the biggest rivalry in college football? SPOILER ALERT: The Athletic says it’s UM v. OSU. Where does the sports website rank MSU-UM? And why the hell is Minnesota-Wisconsin ranked so highly?!? ML, Marc and Shawn opine on the seemingly low ranking of the Egg Bowl, the Apple Cup and a bunch of other rivalries with goofy names. 

The Detroit Tigers are roaring this season! Shawn returns from a week on the road with the Hometown 9. His one of his many outstanding stories from the road.

Readers of a recent edition of the Free Press can be forgiven for their confusion. On one page, the newspaper endorsed a candidate for mayor. On another page, ML reveals how she used taxpayer money in questionable ways. Then there’s Shawn’s column on the importance of Malik Beasley to the Pistons on the front of the sports page, which contrasts with the revelation reported about Beasley’s legal problems. 
Read ML’s column here.

Read Shawn’s column here.
Marc wonders how the Pistons apparently didn’t have a clue Bealey had financial troubles when his paychecks got garnished. ML agrees that if anyone should have had a head’s up, it’s his employers … who get the writ of garnishment!


Sweet, gentle Shawn ERUPTS at ANY SUGGESTION that people making MILLIONS OF DOLLARS are at fault when they BLOW ALL THAT DOUGH. ML and Marc beg to differ … while hiding under their desks.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML has plenty of geeks, but settles on anti-woke Americans who love our country so much that they DEFECT TO RUSSIA!!!

ROOM 7609: Proud Detroiter and NoCal transplant Jim O. evokes TWO classic Casey Kasem drops and challenges Maz’s record for free plugs when he books the Old 97s into the New Wave suite to perform “Murder (Or a Heart Attack).” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: John TRIPLES his commitment to the show while Bitter Uke makes his first commitment. GO JOHN! To sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on PatreonPodcast
 
FEEDBACK: TEEBS rides again! Dawn has issues – LOTS of issues – with ML. And Kat wonders if ML was cognizant of the tragedy that struck near his vacation spot before it made headlines.  We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66900881Tue, 08 Jul 2025 18:36:48 +0000ML ElrickSoulmates, Assemble! Ryan Ermanni’s new gig keeps him from a Fox 2 reunion with ML, so the newsman is forced to grab the conch shell (actually, an empty Timmy Ho cup) and summon Marc and Shawn so the news team can assemble! STRAIGHT DOPE: Ryan...Soulmates, Assemble!

Ryan Ermanni’s new gig keeps him from a Fox 2 reunion with ML, so the newsman is forced to grab the conch shell (actually, an empty Timmy Ho cup) and summon Marc and Shawn so the news team can assemble!

STRAIGHT DOPE: Ryan Ermanni was going to stop by on his way to host his new show on WJR, but asks for a rain check because it turns out he’d rather do a great radio show at the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building than a mediocre podcast in a shabby basement.

Can you judge a man by his donut? ML believes you can, and tests his theory by bringing in some Tim Hortons for Marc and Shawn.

ML, perhaps unwisely, offers to invite any Soulmate who signs up for $100 a month (or more) to his epic, annual backyard beer party – featuring The Smiths United. In the process, Marc and Shawn realize they had not yet received THEIR invites to the gig. OOPS!!!

Shawn was on the road with the Tigers last week, but can’t wait to weigh in late on the debate over whether “Jaws” holds up 50 years later. (He says yes, Marc says no, ML unloads on Richard Dreyfus.)

Marc says “Jaws” makes him think of “Open Water,” which leads to ML reminiscing about the time he was almost lost at sea in the Great Barrier Reef. It’s a long (and old) story, but even Shawn thinks it was well-told.

A broke ML managed to backpack for a month in Australia by doing chores at youth hostels to pay for his accommodations and meals, prompting Marc to extoll the virtues of hotel living – and reveal his enmity toward AirBNBs.

Shawn is heading to Las Vegas for work, but unlike most folks, says he’s not a big Vegas fan. ML speculates it’s because he’s upset about where the dancers strategically position their feathers.

What is the biggest rivalry in college football? SPOILER ALERT: The Athletic says it’s UM v. OSU. Where does the sports website rank MSU-UM? And why the hell is Minnesota-Wisconsin ranked so highly?!? ML, Marc and Shawn opine on the seemingly low ranking of the Egg Bowl, the Apple Cup and a bunch of other rivalries with goofy names. 

The Detroit Tigers are roaring this season! Shawn returns from a week on the road with the Hometown 9. His one of his many outstanding stories from the road.

Readers of a recent edition of the Free Press can be forgiven for their confusion. On one page, the newspaper endorsed a candidate for mayor. On another page, ML reveals how she used taxpayer money in questionable ways. Then there’s Shawn’s column on the importance of Malik Beasley to the Pistons on the front of the sports page, which contrasts with the revelation reported about Beasley’s legal problems. 
Read ML’s column here.

Read Shawn’s column here.
Marc wonders how the Pistons apparently didn’t have a clue Bealey had financial troubles when his paychecks got garnished. ML agrees that if anyone should have had a head’s up, it’s his employers … who get the writ of garnishment!


Sweet, gentle Shawn ERUPTS at ANY SUGGESTION that people making MILLIONS OF DOLLARS are at fault when they BLOW ALL THAT DOUGH. ML and Marc beg to differ … while hiding under their desks.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: For reasons that no one can divine, ML starts the show by picking a fight with lovely little Monroe, Michigan. Perhaps his perverse love for Toledo is a factor.

In his latest naked appeal for your money, ML says Shawn has been laid off as part of a cost cutting move. We think he’s kidding, but it’s probably better that you pony up so we don’t have to find out.

Marc asks if Jaws, which turns 50 this summer, has aged well. Erika isn’t so sure, but ML raves about every scene featuring Robert Shaw, especially the one with the chalkboard and the fingernails.

Marc says Star Wars also does not age well, then he and Erika unwisely encourage ML to do his impersonation of Mark Hamill doing his impersonation of Harrison Ford.

Detroit City Council president Mary Sheffield once again does not like ML’s latest column. Find out what the fuss is about by hitting this link.

Erika is up to her eyes in true crime, as she covers the grizzly murder of Dr. Hoover, a neurologist, apparently caught up in a messy sex for money situation.

Marc and ML ask Erika what the hell Sniffies is. Listen, learn, and stick to Tinder!

The good doctor’s alleged murderer had lots of lovers, and left lots of evidence. So why did it take so long to catch him. And did the delay cost another man his life?

ML somehow ties Brad Pitt into the Dr. Hoover murder story. Hear him out; it’s not as big or reach as you might think.

Marc is living on his own this week, keeping the curtains open and filling the dishwasher. Is he finding joy in solitude…or just squalor?

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Elon Musk, who helped put the Republican Party back in power, and is now threatening to wipe it out, is this week geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Zach books Lard into the new wave suite to perform “Hellfudge,” causing ML to use that he may have missed his calling as a warbling front man.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Dan and Tamara make generous contributions to help keep the show going, even though Tamara wishes one part of the show would stop. Shawn would be proud.

FEEDBACK: Willow asks ML to reflect on his failed city council run, in the wake of the death of one of his opponents. 

Willow also leads out down a road that ends up with one of our favorite Liam Neeson scenes.

MORE NEWS: The man that helped push ML out of television has been blown out at Fox 2.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66821703Tue, 01 Jul 2025 15:13:17 +0000ML ElrickJust when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, ML goes to Burt Lake while Erika hangs out in the basement with Marc and Shawn is lost at sea. STRAIGHT DOPE: For reasons that no one can divine, ML starts the show by picking a fight with...
STRAIGHT DOPE: For reasons that no one can divine, ML starts the show by picking a fight with lovely little Monroe, Michigan. Perhaps his perverse love for Toledo is a factor.

In his latest naked appeal for your money, ML says Shawn has been laid off as part of a cost cutting move. We think he’s kidding, but it’s probably better that you pony up so we don’t have to find out.

Marc asks if Jaws, which turns 50 this summer, has aged well. Erika isn’t so sure, but ML raves about every scene featuring Robert Shaw, especially the one with the chalkboard and the fingernails.

Marc says Star Wars also does not age well, then he and Erika unwisely encourage ML to do his impersonation of Mark Hamill doing his impersonation of Harrison Ford.

Detroit City Council president Mary Sheffield once again does not like ML’s latest column. Find out what the fuss is about by hitting this link.

Erika is up to her eyes in true crime, as she covers the grizzly murder of Dr. Hoover, a neurologist, apparently caught up in a messy sex for money situation.

Marc and ML ask Erika what the hell Sniffies is. Listen, learn, and stick to Tinder!

The good doctor’s alleged murderer had lots of lovers, and left lots of evidence. So why did it take so long to catch him. And did the delay cost another man his life?

ML somehow ties Brad Pitt into the Dr. Hoover murder story. Hear him out; it’s not as big or reach as you might think.

Marc is living on his own this week, keeping the curtains open and filling the dishwasher. Is he finding joy in solitude…or just squalor?

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Elon Musk, who helped put the Republican Party back in power, and is now threatening to wipe it out, is this week geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Zach books Lard into the new wave suite to perform “Hellfudge,” causing ML to use that he may have missed his calling as a warbling front man.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Dan and Tamara make generous contributions to help keep the show going, even though Tamara wishes one part of the show would stop. Shawn would be proud.

FEEDBACK: Willow asks ML to reflect on his failed city council run, in the wake of the death of one of his opponents. 

Willow also leads out down a road that ends up with one of our favorite Liam Neeson scenes.

MORE NEWS: The man that helped push ML out of television has been blown out at Fox 2.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: 4312burks,desmond,detroit,election,elrick,erickson,erika,freep,hoover,mary,mayor,michigan,ml,murder,news,sheffield,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:The second-best candidate in recent Detroit history to not get elected zooms in to Red Shovel HQ to opine on the state of the Detroit mayor’s race. Also: Here's ML's take on what happened in the last debate.

There are 9 candidates running for mayor. But only 6 have a legitimate chance. Or is it 4? Former congressional candidate Michael Griffie says there are probably only 2 candidates who will advance to the run-off election. Listen and learn who he thinks will survive the Aug. 5 primary.

The frontrunner in the mayor’s race wasn’t a big fan of ML’s recent column, which pointed out the inconvenient truth her campaign email that said she didn’t take money from billionaires or corporate PACs was not true. Get the deets here.

Pundits expect Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield to finish first in the Aug. 5 primary, when the top two vote getters advance to the general election. But Michael says there’s a chance another candidate could take the big prize. Find out who he's talking about, and hear a discussion about what impact finishing second can have on a presumed favorite. Spoiler alert: It’s not good!

Marc asks Michael if former Detroit Police Chief James Craig has blown his chance to be mayor. Michael says Craig didn’t help himself by declaring his Republican roots, but suggests the chief could still surprise folks and finish in the top 2.

Michael says he’s noticed something about Sheffield over the past month or so: She has a very thin skin. He said her comment about the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy scandal at the Charlie LeDuff-sponsored debate exposed a potential vulnerability.

Catch up on some of Michael’s great work for the Free Press here. 

Shawn makes an unexpected entrance, gracing us with his presence and surprising us with something that ML can’t get to stop sticking to his upper lip! Soulmates, who get to watch the show, know what we’re talking about.

Shawn’s column about empty seats at Comerica Park got people on their feet! Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Marc rescues ML when he chimes in and declares people who make extreme snap judgments about situations without knowing ANYTHING about the situation.

ROOM 7609:
Kevin – unintentionally – takes the show off the rails when he sends in some old photos and pays homage to the “gone too soon” Phoenix Ampitheater in Pontiac by booking The Suicide Machines in the New Wave suite to perform “No Face.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE:
Jonathan is the newest Soulmate, and Nancy doubles down – GO, NANCY!!! We still are hurting for dough! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon   

FEEDBACK:
We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66728350Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:15:31 +0000ML ElrickA Detroit mayoral candidate slams her opponents, and our expert says there’s a chance of an upset in the primary. Pundit Michael Griffie joins ML and Marc to handicap the race before Shawn shows up with … snacks? STRAIGHT...
STRAIGHT DOPE:The second-best candidate in recent Detroit history to not get elected zooms in to Red Shovel HQ to opine on the state of the Detroit mayor’s race. Also: Here's ML's take on what happened in the last debate.

There are 9 candidates running for mayor. But only 6 have a legitimate chance. Or is it 4? Former congressional candidate Michael Griffie says there are probably only 2 candidates who will advance to the run-off election. Listen and learn who he thinks will survive the Aug. 5 primary.

The frontrunner in the mayor’s race wasn’t a big fan of ML’s recent column, which pointed out the inconvenient truth her campaign email that said she didn’t take money from billionaires or corporate PACs was not true. Get the deets here.

Pundits expect Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield to finish first in the Aug. 5 primary, when the top two vote getters advance to the general election. But Michael says there’s a chance another candidate could take the big prize. Find out who he's talking about, and hear a discussion about what impact finishing second can have on a presumed favorite. Spoiler alert: It’s not good!

Marc asks Michael if former Detroit Police Chief James Craig has blown his chance to be mayor. Michael says Craig didn’t help himself by declaring his Republican roots, but suggests the chief could still surprise folks and finish in the top 2.

Michael says he’s noticed something about Sheffield over the past month or so: She has a very thin skin. He said her comment about the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy scandal at the Charlie LeDuff-sponsored debate exposed a potential vulnerability.

Catch up on some of Michael’s great work for the Free Press here. 

Shawn makes an unexpected entrance, gracing us with his presence and surprising us with something that ML can’t get to stop sticking to his upper lip! Soulmates, who get to watch the show, know what we’re talking about.

Shawn’s column about empty seats at Comerica Park got people on their feet! Read all about it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Marc rescues ML when he chimes in and declares people who make extreme snap judgments about situations without...]]>4361craig,detroit,election,elrick,fox2,free,freep,griffie,james,jenkins,kinloch,mayor,michael,ml,news,press,sheffield,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: A sleep-deprived ML startles Erika with his unbounded energy and enthusiastic endorsement of D-Skilz, aka Devin Scillian, who will perform at the Cadieux Café on Friday night with his band the Arizona Sun and opening act The Kufflinks. Get your tickets here.

Marc’s intro comes from “Deadline, U.S.A.,” a Humphrey Bogart movie about a dedicated editor’s fight to save his legendary newspaper. Erika asks ML what’s next for the Free Press and News after the bombshell announcements that their 36-year-old Joint Operating Agreement will end later this year. Neal Rubin provides some historical perspective here. 

WDIV hosted a Detroit mayoral debate Monday night, and ML was up late writing his analysis, which you can read right here.

There were some memorable moments during the debate, such as when former Detroit Police Chief James Craig referred to himself as Detroit’s “Daddy.” Marc, Erika and ML offer their take on a comment that probably sounded better in Craig’s head than when it came out of his mouth.

The mayoral candidates have been taking swipes at each other for a couple weeks now, but it wasn’t until Monday night that one of them started throwing haymakers. Listen and learn who’s in it to win it.

Marc asks Erika and ML why they still take notes with pen and paper. The veteran reporters respond, prompting Marc to cop to poor penmanship.

ML delves into the history of the Joint Operating Agreement, and what could happen next with Detroit’s two daily newspapers. He is hoping for the best, but shares the concerns of many of his colleagues.

Do reporters like to compete? Is competition good? Erika, ML and Marc have a lively discussion.

Five of the six mayoral candidates promised to bring reporters back to the mayor’s floor in Detroit city hall. ML reveals who isn’t ready to commit to welcoming watchdogs back to her doorstep. https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2025/06/15/detroit-mayoral-candidates-reporters-watchdogs-city-hall/84156769007/

Marc lauds Shawn's Father's Day column, which you and ML can finally read by hitting this link: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2025/06/15/on-fathers-day-a-5-decade-old-jar-of-pennies-is-so-much-more/84212672007/

ML is hung up on The Rube. Just who the hell is this guy, anyhow?

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  ML says his mom will say this week’s topic is too serious for GOW, but ML – with an assist from Marc and Erika – call out Elon Musk, Sen. Mike Lee of Utah for blaming the left for the assassinations of LIBERAL politicians in Minnesota.

ROOM 7609:  New Soulmate Paul sends Marc down memory lane when he books Bran Van 3000 into the New Wave suite to perform “Drinking in L.A.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE:  We are hurting for dough! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
FEEDBACK
Kat wants to know more about the future of Detroit’s newspapers, Willow wants ML to stop whining about the press room, Soulmate Jason makes a modest request that ML turns into a brazen appeal for donations. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66591664Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:33:48 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson finds an amped up ML in the basement with Marc, while Shawn waits til the coast is clear to zoom in … or maybe he’s just too busy moonlighting with The Rube? STRAIGHT DOPE: A sleep-deprived ML startles Erika with his unbounded energy...
STRAIGHT DOPE: A sleep-deprived ML startles Erika with his unbounded energy and enthusiastic endorsement of D-Skilz, aka Devin Scillian, who will perform at the Cadieux Café on Friday night with his band the Arizona Sun and opening act The Kufflinks. Get your tickets here.

Marc’s intro comes from “Deadline, U.S.A.,” a Humphrey Bogart movie about a dedicated editor’s fight to save his legendary newspaper. Erika asks ML what’s next for the Free Press and News after the bombshell announcements that their 36-year-old Joint Operating Agreement will end later this year. Neal Rubin provides some historical perspective here. 

WDIV hosted a Detroit mayoral debate Monday night, and ML was up late writing his analysis, which you can read right here.

There were some memorable moments during the debate, such as when former Detroit Police Chief James Craig referred to himself as Detroit’s “Daddy.” Marc, Erika and ML offer their take on a comment that probably sounded better in Craig’s head than when it came out of his mouth.

The mayoral candidates have been taking swipes at each other for a couple weeks now, but it wasn’t until Monday night that one of them started throwing haymakers. Listen and learn who’s in it to win it.

Marc asks Erika and ML why they still take notes with pen and paper. The veteran reporters respond, prompting Marc to cop to poor penmanship.

ML delves into the history of the Joint Operating Agreement, and what could happen next with Detroit’s two daily newspapers. He is hoping for the best, but shares the concerns of many of his colleagues.

Do reporters like to compete? Is competition good? Erika, ML and Marc have a lively discussion.

Five of the six mayoral candidates promised to bring reporters back to the mayor’s floor in Detroit city hall. ML reveals who isn’t ready to commit to welcoming watchdogs back to her doorstep. https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2025/06/15/detroit-mayoral-candidates-reporters-watchdogs-city-hall/84156769007/

Marc lauds Shawn's Father's Day column, which you and ML can finally read by hitting this link: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2025/06/15/on-fathers-day-a-5-decade-old-jar-of-pennies-is-so-much-more/84212672007/

ML is hung up on The Rube. Just who the hell is this guy, anyhow?

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is late and ML is early — even after stopping on the way in to get a haircut. If you like his new ‘do, listen and learn where you can get yours from the same hair artiste.

It started with a tweet. “It” is the genius plan to create a RoboCop statue to celebrate the 1980s cult-classic about a corporation’s plan to save Detroit by putting cyborgs on the street. Neal Rubin has been covering the story for years, and provides an update on what may be the final chapter of this seemingly interminable odyssey. Read his latest column here.

Neal says the RoboCop campaign started with a crowd-funding effort that very quickly raised the $65,000 needed to make the 11-foot tall bronze statue. But, as often happens, the hidden costs kept mounting. He tells ML, Marc and Shawn why the bottom line kept growing.

You’ll never guess how long the RoboCop statue has been done -- like actually completed and ready to put on a pedestal. Luckily, you don’t have to. Because, if you listen, Neal will just tell you. You won’t believe your ears!

ML, Marc, Shawn and Neal wonder aloud whether RoboCop is racist. Tell us what YOU think at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Guess which one of the crew went to film school? HINT: He once helped a girlfriend search for clove cigarettes in Tennessee ... and now lives in Ann Arbor.

While Detroit dithers, a small town in Wisconsin offers to take the RoboCop statue off our hands. Neal reveals who is trying to steal our cyborg!

Neal knows where IN DETROIT the RoboCop statue is expected to land — soon. Listen and learn where you can see the big fellah … one of these days.

Controversy erupts in Pontiac after Neal and fellow judges pick the winner of a fake orgasm contest for a new RoboCop-related honor. Hear the whole story in yet another Soul of Detroit exclusive.

ML reveals how the Detroit business community is lining up behind Mike Duggan for governor in his latest On Guard column. Read it here.

Shawn meets MSU's new athletic director who, like all pretentious Spartans, only uses his initial. Get Shawn's take here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK
The Florida officials who blew their chance to hire a university president who would let their athletic department run wild, who would bend to the political winds and who would pretty much do whatever they wanted him to do are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609 
Kevin comes up with a new nickname for ML and sends in a Thomas Dolby-esque tune “Athena” by the Born Ruffians. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com. 
LATEST SOULMATE
Paul, Joel and Paul threw the show some much needed support by becoming Soulmates, but we still want YOU! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
FEEDBACK
Joe shares a hidden benefit of becoming a Soulmate — sparking a nostalgic look back at the early days of MTV. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66496794Tue, 10 Jun 2025 17:33:16 +0000ML ElrickRoboCop — the statue —is finally ready to be installed in a public place … or is it? Legendary Free Press columnist Neal Rubin joins ML, Marc and Shawn with the latest on the long-running saga about the effort to install the iconic cop somewhere in...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is late and ML is early — even after stopping on the way in to get a haircut. If you like his new ‘do, listen and learn where you can get yours from the same hair artiste.

It started with a tweet. “It” is the genius plan to create a RoboCop statue to celebrate the 1980s cult-classic about a corporation’s plan to save Detroit by putting cyborgs on the street. Neal Rubin has been covering the story for years, and provides an update on what may be the final chapter of this seemingly interminable odyssey. Read his latest column here.

Neal says the RoboCop campaign started with a crowd-funding effort that very quickly raised the $65,000 needed to make the 11-foot tall bronze statue. But, as often happens, the hidden costs kept mounting. He tells ML, Marc and Shawn why the bottom line kept growing.

You’ll never guess how long the RoboCop statue has been done -- like actually completed and ready to put on a pedestal. Luckily, you don’t have to. Because, if you listen, Neal will just tell you. You won’t believe your ears!

ML, Marc, Shawn and Neal wonder aloud whether RoboCop is racist. Tell us what YOU think at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Guess which one of the crew went to film school? HINT: He once helped a girlfriend search for clove cigarettes in Tennessee ... and now lives in Ann Arbor.

While Detroit dithers, a small town in Wisconsin offers to take the RoboCop statue off our hands. Neal reveals who is trying to steal our cyborg!

Neal knows where IN DETROIT the RoboCop statue is expected to land — soon. Listen and learn where you can see the big fellah … one of these days.

Controversy erupts in Pontiac after Neal and fellow judges pick the winner of a fake orgasm contest for a new RoboCop-related honor. Hear the whole story in yet another Soul of Detroit exclusive.

ML reveals how the Detroit business community is lining up behind Mike Duggan for governor in his latest On Guard column. Read it here.

Shawn meets MSU's new athletic director who, like all pretentious Spartans, only uses his initial. Get Shawn's take here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK
The Florida officials who blew their chance to hire a university president who would let their athletic department run...]]>3234detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,michigan,neal,press,robocop,rubin,statue,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: With his backpack, MSU t-shirt and stupid expression, hustlers in Lyon, France immediately identify ML as a ripe for the pickin’ when he hits the train station. In a story that is long – but well-told – ML explains how an attractive Judas Goat sets him up for two petite confederates.

A cheapskate – ML – meets a crook. Each provides a tell about who they really are, but neither picks up on the cue.

Thieves, like magicians, are masters of distraction. ML describes how the leader of the pack directed his attention while her partners did their dirty deed.

Listen and learn how ML found out he’d been robbed – and why he was grateful. Also, find out how you can continue using your credit cards even after bandits have taken them to get cash advances and buy extravagant objects.

Before he hits the road, ML takes his wife to a restaurant in Toronto where the waitstaff looks like they may have another job down the street ... at a bawdy house.

Find out how the Toronto airport inspired the name of a Rush song. And how the Canadian rockers honored their favorite Montreal Expos on an album cover.

Shawn, Marc and ML marvel at the crossover between hockey and baseball.

Speaking of Room 7609 – which no one was – Shawn says he and Drew debated whether a Free Press headline was clickbait.

Shawn reminisces about his first trip to Detroit in 1987, prompting Marc and ML to join in the debate over whether Detroit is better than ever. Spoiler alert: ML says downtown is better than it has been in ages, but makes a case that other parts of Detroit looked a lot better 40 years ago.

Marc finds the bromance between Dan Gilbert and Mike Duggan off-putting. ML says they were loving on each other something fierce on Mackinac Island last week. Shawn says at least Gilbert eventually does what he says he’s going to, unlike a certain developer ML wrote about a year ago. Read all about it here.

ML bumps into a U.S. Senate candidate on Mackinac Island who says her daughter found a copy of “The Kwame Sutra.” ML suggests it might not be the most appropriate tome for a 4-year-old.

Candidates for Senate, governor and mayor mixed and mingled on Mackinac Island last week. Get ML’s take on the Detroit mayoral debate here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Whoever killed Jonathan Joss, aka Chief Ken Hotate from “Parks and Rec,” is this week’s geek. We honor the late tribal leader with a classic clip from the mockumentary.

ROOM 7609: ML is back from Europe, so OF COURSE he books Thomas Dolby into the New Wave suite to perform “Europa.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: We are hurting for dough! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
FEEDBACK:
Dan wants to know if they rolled out the red carpet for ML on Mackinac, or if he just had to dodge horse apples along with everyone else. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66384243Tue, 03 Jun 2025 18:16:59 +0000ML ElrickPickpockets identify ML as a mark when he lands in Lyon, France and take his credit cards, but he nevertheless has nothing but good things to say about them when he’s reunited with Marc and Shawn in Red Shovel HQ.  STRAIGHT DOPE: With his backpack,...
STRAIGHT DOPE: With his backpack, MSU t-shirt and stupid expression, hustlers in Lyon, France immediately identify ML as a ripe for the pickin’ when he hits the train station. In a story that is long – but well-told – ML explains how an attractive Judas Goat sets him up for two petite confederates.

A cheapskate – ML – meets a crook. Each provides a tell about who they really are, but neither picks up on the cue.

Thieves, like magicians, are masters of distraction. ML describes how the leader of the pack directed his attention while her partners did their dirty deed.

Listen and learn how ML found out he’d been robbed – and why he was grateful. Also, find out how you can continue using your credit cards even after bandits have taken them to get cash advances and buy extravagant objects.

Before he hits the road, ML takes his wife to a restaurant in Toronto where the waitstaff looks like they may have another job down the street ... at a bawdy house.

Find out how the Toronto airport inspired the name of a Rush song. And how the Canadian rockers honored their favorite Montreal Expos on an album cover.

Shawn, Marc and ML marvel at the crossover between hockey and baseball.

Speaking of Room 7609 – which no one was – Shawn says he and Drew debated whether a Free Press headline was clickbait.

Shawn reminisces about his first trip to Detroit in 1987, prompting Marc and ML to join in the debate over whether Detroit is better than ever. Spoiler alert: ML says downtown is better than it has been in ages, but makes a case that other parts of Detroit looked a lot better 40 years ago.

Marc finds the bromance between Dan Gilbert and Mike Duggan off-putting. ML says they were loving on each other something fierce on Mackinac Island last week. Shawn says at least Gilbert eventually does what he says he’s going to, unlike a certain developer ML wrote about a year ago. Read all about it here.

ML bumps into a U.S. Senate candidate on Mackinac Island who says her daughter found a copy of “The Kwame Sutra.” ML suggests it might not be the most appropriate tome for a 4-year-old.

Candidates for Senate, governor and mayor mixed and mingled on Mackinac Island last week. Get ML’s take on the Detroit mayoral debate here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Whoever killed Jonathan Joss, aka Chief Ken Hotate from “Parks and Rec,” is this week’s geek. We honor the late tribal leader with a classic clip from the mockumentary.4139duggan,elrick,france,free,gilbert,governor,illitch,ireland,mackinac,mayor,pick,pocket,press,trip,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com 
STRAIGHT DOPE: After two long weeks traversing Europe, ML has returned to Detroit only to head up to Mackinaw Island for the Mackinac Policy Conference.
 
Marc seems to be quite cynical about what actually gets done at the Conference. Elrick explains the importance of the event. While Shawn becomes envious of ML’s hair.
 
Shawn admitted last week that he once spent some time in jail. Elrick shares that he was once detained in the lobby of the Grosse Pointe Police Department until they decided not to charge him for evading the police. ML ran from the police simply because the car he was driving had a lot of muscle in the engine.
 
ML visited his extended family in Ireland, taking advantage of their generous hospitality.  It turns out that some of them listen to the Soul of Detroit. 
 
What do the citizens think about the current state of politics in the USA?
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: After stoking the conspiracy theory that Jeffrey Epstein was murdered in jail, radio host turned FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino admits that the very connected, rich pedophile actually did commit suicide. 
 
ROOM 7609: Since the stock market has had a bumpy ride this year, listener Todd submits “Up and Down” by the Cars.  Send along your submission— along with a story about the ditty— by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
 
LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
 
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66296662Tue, 27 May 2025 17:36:44 +0000ML ElrickAfter visiting Ireland, Canada, and France, Elrick has returned to the USA… and is already on his way out of town.   STRAIGHT DOPE: After two long weeks traversing Europe, ML has returned to Detroit only to head up to Mackinaw Island for the Mackinac... 
STRAIGHT DOPE: After two long weeks traversing Europe, ML has returned to Detroit only to head up to Mackinaw Island for the Mackinac Policy Conference.
 
Marc seems to be quite cynical about what actually gets done at the Conference. Elrick explains the importance of the event. While Shawn becomes envious of ML’s hair.
 
Shawn admitted last week that he once spent some time in jail. Elrick shares that he was once detained in the lobby of the Grosse Pointe Police Department until they decided not to charge him for evading the police. ML ran from the police simply because the car he was driving had a lot of muscle in the engine.
 
ML visited his extended family in Ireland, taking advantage of their generous hospitality.  It turns out that some of them listen to the Soul of Detroit. 
 
What do the citizens think about the current state of politics in the USA?
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: After stoking the conspiracy theory that Jeffrey Epstein was murdered in jail, radio host turned FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino admits that the very connected, rich pedophile actually did commit suicide. 
 
ROOM 7609: Since the stock market has had a bumpy ride this year, listener Todd submits “Up and Down” by the Cars.  Send along your submission— along with a story about the ditty— by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
 
LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
 
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3580detroit,duggan,elrick,fox2,france,free,freep,ireland,island,jail,mackinaw,michigan,news,policy,press,public,trump,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com

STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is bike riding in France, Shawn is covering the Detroit Tigers in St. Louis, and Erika is on the Local 4 news beat.  Thankfully, friend of the show and ESPN writer Dan Wetzel was available to pinch hit.

After being the very first writer at Yahoo! Sports, Dan left and joined the worldwide leader ESPN in March. 

Dan’s also an accomplished author and has released the newest book of his Epic Athlete series.

Superstar Caitlin Clark is now the most divisive athlete in sports.  Every story about the WNBA seems to be about racism and not about basketball. 
Angel Reese v. Caitlin Clark is not Bird v. Magic.  It’s more Michael Jordan v. Ben Wallace. 

Bill Belichick is allegedly engaged to his “muse,” JorDon Hudson.  Most people would describe her as a distraction. Dan points out that Belichick will not only be fine but thrives when there are “distractions”.

There’s a feeling that college football and basketball are broken. Will Donald Trump and Nick Saban’s Commission on College Football hurt or help the sports?
 
The Detroit Lions will be seen on five different networks this season. Television has totally changed the landscape of sports.
 
Shawn Windsor shows up via the magic of the internet… and immediately tells the story about his wasted high school road trip to the St. Louis Gateway Arch.
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are many nominations this week from the Newark Airport, Antonio Brown, and the New Orleans jail.  Marc decides the winner of this week is the man with his own “masturbation tree”.
 
Dan and the guys agree that when there’s an escape from prison, we all root for the escapee… until we find out their crimes.
 
Marc goes over his own criminal record, and Shawn reveals that he spent some time in the clink.   

LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
 
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66174294Tue, 20 May 2025 18:15:44 +0000ML ElrickESPN’s Dan Wetzel comes off the bench to host. Caitlin Clark & WNBA racism, Bill Belichick’s “distraction” JorDon Hudson, Trump's College Sports Commission, and Shawn Windsor’s trip to jail.  STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is bike riding in France, Shawn is...

STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is bike riding in France, Shawn is covering the Detroit Tigers in St. Louis, and Erika is on the Local 4 news beat.  Thankfully, friend of the show and ESPN writer Dan Wetzel was available to pinch hit.

After being the very first writer at Yahoo! Sports, Dan left and joined the worldwide leader ESPN in March. 

Dan’s also an accomplished author and has released the newest book of his Epic Athlete series.

Superstar Caitlin Clark is now the most divisive athlete in sports.  Every story about the WNBA seems to be about racism and not about basketball. 
Angel Reese v. Caitlin Clark is not Bird v. Magic.  It’s more Michael Jordan v. Ben Wallace. 

Bill Belichick is allegedly engaged to his “muse,” JorDon Hudson.  Most people would describe her as a distraction. Dan points out that Belichick will not only be fine but thrives when there are “distractions”.

There’s a feeling that college football and basketball are broken. Will Donald Trump and Nick Saban’s Commission on College Football hurt or help the sports?
 
The Detroit Lions will be seen on five different networks this season. Television has totally changed the landscape of sports.
 
Shawn Windsor shows up via the magic of the internet… and immediately tells the story about his wasted high school road trip to the St. Louis Gateway Arch.
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are many nominations this week from the Newark Airport, Antonio Brown, and the New Orleans jail.  Marc decides the winner of this week is the man with his own “masturbation tree”.
 
Dan and the guys agree that when there’s an escape from prison, we all root for the escapee… until we find out their crimes.
 
Marc goes over his own criminal record, and Shawn reveals that he spent some time in the clink.   

LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
 
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3878basketball,belichick,bill,caitin,clark,dan,elrick,enquirer,espn,football,fox,free,ncaa,press,tigers,wetzel,windsor,yahoofalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com 
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is off to Europe once again. Or is he?  His photographic proof is unconvincing.  Ireland looks like Hillsdale.
 
First it was Elrick and now Shawn doesn’t want to work claiming it’s an Erika takeover.  He recently went through Erika’s stories and has some editorial questions.
 
Erika's beat seems to be the “depressing” beat covering stories like “Sicko Misconduct” in Dearborn Heights.  Her way of coping is to hang out with alligators.  Catch all her stories here at WDIV.

Why are we all attracted to stories about bad people like Gypsy Rose, the Menendez brothers, and Diddy?  Shawn proposes a theory. 

The soulless look of a criminal’s eyes is a real thing.  Some aren’t so sure Shawn’s hazel eyes are.

Not only is there a lot of negative BS in social media, but the majority of positive posts are BS. The only good posts are videos of animals and people falling. 

Erika has had multiple fake profiles made with her likeness on Facebook, Twitter, and the dating site Hinge. 

Shawn maintains the most viral stories are still the positive ones. Like the dog that squatted in an retirement community. 

The best part of getting old is learning not to care. 

The DMV be a little more skeptical of people’s hight, weight and eye color claims. 

The world is full of slobs. Erika once interviewed someone on the news who wasn’t wearing pants. 

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn once again nominates himself.  This time for drinking Coca-Cola.  This makes Marc nominate The Athletic reporter who couldn’t handle Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell’s morning coffee routine.

Shawn reveals a new skeleton from his past.  It involves drugs, a trailer park, and the Love Boat. Some people are saying it was the greatest night of his life.
 
ROOM 7609: Shawn locks up Room 7609 as he and Erika have real jobs that demand their time.
It will be back next week so please send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit


DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!


LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!


SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66074398Tue, 13 May 2025 17:44:30 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick skips out to Europe. Erika, Shawn, and Marc immediately turn the show into a mess. Criminals, slobs, self-loathing, and Shawn high on a couch.    STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is off to Europe once again. Or is he?  His photographic proof is... 
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is off to Europe once again. Or is he?  His photographic proof is unconvincing.  Ireland looks like Hillsdale.
 
First it was Elrick and now Shawn doesn’t want to work claiming it’s an Erika takeover.  He recently went through Erika’s stories and has some editorial questions.
 
Erika's beat seems to be the “depressing” beat covering stories like “Sicko Misconduct” in Dearborn Heights.  Her way of coping is to hang out with alligators.  Catch all her stories here at WDIV.

Why are we all attracted to stories about bad people like Gypsy Rose, the Menendez brothers, and Diddy?  Shawn proposes a theory. 

The soulless look of a criminal’s eyes is a real thing.  Some aren’t so sure Shawn’s hazel eyes are.

Not only is there a lot of negative BS in social media, but the majority of positive posts are BS. The only good posts are videos of animals and people falling. 

Erika has had multiple fake profiles made with her likeness on Facebook, Twitter, and the dating site Hinge. 

Shawn maintains the most viral stories are still the positive ones. Like the dog that squatted in an retirement community. 

The best part of getting old is learning not to care. 

The DMV be a little more skeptical of people’s hight, weight and eye color claims. 

The world is full of slobs. Erika once interviewed someone on the news who wasn’t wearing pants. 

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn once again nominates himself.  This time for drinking Coca-Cola.  This makes Marc nominate The Athletic reporter who couldn’t handle Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell’s morning coffee routine.

Shawn reveals a new skeleton from his past.  It involves drugs, a trailer park, and the Love Boat. Some people are saying it was the greatest night of his life.
 
ROOM 7609: Shawn locks up Room 7609 as he and Erika have real jobs that demand their time.
It will be back next week so please send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
3787detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,free,michigan,ml,press,shawn,wdiv,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kwame-begs-your-pardon-may-6-2025--65946742
STRAIGHT DOPE: Karen Whitsett is the Democratic state rep from Detroit who says she convinced President Donald Trump to let Kwame Kilpatrick out of prison back in 2021. Now she’s fed up with Kilpatrick and speaking out after the former mayor asked her to help him get a pardon from POTUS.

Whitsett tells ML and Marc why she asked Trump to set Kilpatrick free – and who convinced her that if she ever asked POTUS for a favor, this was the one to ask for.

Find out what Trump said when Whitsett asked her to release Kilpatrick seven years into the 28-year sentence he received after being convicted in federal court of public corruption.

Call it buyer’s remorse, but Whitsett said after she asked Trump to free Kilpatrick she asked herself “What did I do?!?”

Trump was willing to let Kilpatrick out early – even after his advisers advised against it multiple times before Whitsett asked. Listen and learn what he said when she asked whether he would forgive the restitution Kilpatrick owes.

Whitsett tells Marc and ML why she’s now mad she helped Kilpatrick – and what she risked by going to bat for him.

We’ve heard a lot of terms for people who still support Kilpatrick, but Whitsett dropped a new one on ML and Marc: “Co-signing for his crazy.

To read more about Kilpatrick’s pardon plea, check out ML’s latest “On Guard” column here.

Shawn is back, waxing poetic about AC/DC and the state of rock ‘n roll.Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s geek is a judge who shot their partner – no, not that OTHER judge who was GOW a few weeks ago for shooting her partner, this is ANOTHER judge who shot his partner.

ROOM 7609: Soulmate Susan says she doesn’t know much about the New Wave suite, but then nails it by booking Stevie Nicks to perform “Stand Back” live and telling a great story. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: While we wait for a new Soulmate, Dennis sends a generous donation and curses a blue streak! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit
FEEDBACK: A late update on the couple that split after a disastrous night out with the Black Keys and we reflect on former MSU AD Alan Haller. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65946742Tue, 06 May 2025 18:24:25 +0000ML ElrickNew Kwame Kilpatrick texts have Hizzoner back in the news, so ML and Marc chat with the lawmaker who says she convinced President Trump to let him out of prison 21 years early...and now regrets it. STRAIGHT DOPE: Karen Whitsett is the Democratic...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Karen Whitsett is the Democratic state rep from Detroit who says she convinced President Donald Trump to let Kwame Kilpatrick out of prison back in 2021. Now she’s fed up with Kilpatrick and speaking out after the former mayor asked her to help him get a pardon from POTUS.

Whitsett tells ML and Marc why she asked Trump to set Kilpatrick free – and who convinced her that if she ever asked POTUS for a favor, this was the one to ask for.

Find out what Trump said when Whitsett asked her to release Kilpatrick seven years into the 28-year sentence he received after being convicted in federal court of public corruption.

Call it buyer’s remorse, but Whitsett said after she asked Trump to free Kilpatrick she asked herself “What did I do?!?”

Trump was willing to let Kilpatrick out early – even after his advisers advised against it multiple times before Whitsett asked. Listen and learn what he said when she asked whether he would forgive the restitution Kilpatrick owes.

Whitsett tells Marc and ML why she’s now mad she helped Kilpatrick – and what she risked by going to bat for him.

We’ve heard a lot of terms for people who still support Kilpatrick, but Whitsett dropped a new one on ML and Marc: “Co-signing for his crazy.

To read more about Kilpatrick’s pardon plea, check out ML’s latest “On Guard” column here.

Shawn is back, waxing poetic about AC/DC and the state of rock ‘n roll.Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s geek is a judge who shot their partner – no, not that OTHER judge who was GOW a few weeks ago for shooting her partner, this is ANOTHER judge who shot his partner.

ROOM 7609: Soulmate Susan says she doesn’t know much about the New Wave suite, but then nails it by booking Stevie Nicks to perform “Stand Back” live and telling a great story. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: While we wait for a new Soulmate, Dennis sends a generous donation and curses a blue streak! Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit
FEEDBACK: A late update on the couple that split after a disastrous night out with the Black Keys and we reflect on former MSU AD Alan Haller. We...]]>4912ac/dc,detroit,donald,elrick,fox,free,karen,kilpatrick,kwame,michigan,pardon,press,trump,whitsett,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: The Detroit Free Press calls Julie Booksh the “therapist that swears by profanity to fight off self-doubt.” It’s not only a clever turn of phrase, it’s the truth! Julie not only drops some F-bombs, she recommends that you try it, too!

Julie – who is not a doctor – says cursing can act as a pressure release valve. So ML tries it. And feels better! Watch out, Shawn!!!

Find out why women thank Julie for teaching them how to say the F-word. (Some women, like ML’s wife, don’t need any help dropping F-bombs!)

Julie tells the story of the time she and her husband, Fox 2 lead anchor Roop Raj, met with a sailor who told her she reminded him of the folks he went to sea with. Listen and learn why.

Where do you draw the line between cursing to make a point and cursing because you aren’t able to express yourself? Julie – who, again, is not a doctor – discusses.

Do F-bombs defuse a situation, or dial up the heat? It depends. Julie explains.

Marc wonders if it’s OK to curse around kids, then reveals when he’s done it – thanks for nothing, JJ McCarthy!

When is it OK to curse? Does tone of voice matter? And is anger, as Johnny Lydon says, an energy? Julie says “Yes, yes, and yes!”

Julie tells us how your flaws may actually be your gifts. ML is glad, because it may mean he is the most gifted person alive!To learn more about Julie’s approach to life, visit her site.

ML’s latest “On Guard” column dives into allegations of discrimination and public corruption in Wayne County. Read all about it here.

Are the Democrats out to get Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan? ML discusses in his “On Guard” column.


Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: It’s tough to feel sorry for one of the most talented (and egotistical) college athletes in America, but the guy who brought a tear to our eye for Shedeur Sanders did it and became this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo books The Inbreds in the New Wave suite to perform “Any Sense of Time,” and suggests the band and ML’s family have something in common. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: http://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit
FEEDBACK: Hannah inquires about the relationship between Dan Gilbert and Mike Duggan, and asks what Gilbert might want from Duggan if he helps Hizzoner become governor. We welcome all your questions, comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65795048Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:57:00 +0000ML ElrickSwearing can be therapeutic, and don’t just take foul-mouthed Marc and Shawn’s word for it! Erika invites Julie Booksh on the show to drop some F-bombs like only a licensed professional counselor, teacher and healing guide can! STRAIGHT DOPE: The...
STRAIGHT DOPE: The Detroit Free Press calls Julie Booksh the “therapist that swears by profanity to fight off self-doubt.” It’s not only a clever turn of phrase, it’s the truth! Julie not only drops some F-bombs, she recommends that you try it, too!

Julie – who is not a doctor – says cursing can act as a pressure release valve. So ML tries it. And feels better! Watch out, Shawn!!!

Find out why women thank Julie for teaching them how to say the F-word. (Some women, like ML’s wife, don’t need any help dropping F-bombs!)

Julie tells the story of the time she and her husband, Fox 2 lead anchor Roop Raj, met with a sailor who told her she reminded him of the folks he went to sea with. Listen and learn why.

Where do you draw the line between cursing to make a point and cursing because you aren’t able to express yourself? Julie – who, again, is not a doctor – discusses.

Do F-bombs defuse a situation, or dial up the heat? It depends. Julie explains.

Marc wonders if it’s OK to curse around kids, then reveals when he’s done it – thanks for nothing, JJ McCarthy!

When is it OK to curse? Does tone of voice matter? And is anger, as Johnny Lydon says, an energy? Julie says “Yes, yes, and yes!”

Julie tells us how your flaws may actually be your gifts. ML is glad, because it may mean he is the most gifted person alive!To learn more about Julie’s approach to life, visit her site.

ML’s latest “On Guard” column dives into allegations of discrimination and public corruption in Wayne County. Read all about it here.

Are the Democrats out to get Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan? ML discusses in his “On Guard” column.


Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: It’s tough to feel sorry for one of the most talented (and egotistical) college athletes in America, but the guy who brought a tear to our eye for Shedeur Sanders did it and became this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo books The Inbreds in the New Wave suite to perform “Any Sense of Time,” and suggests the band and ML’s family have something in common. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from...]]>4197anger,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,fox2,free,freep,michigan,ml,press,swearing,therapy,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: After years in the dumps, the Pistons are suddenly doing well with everybody but Detroit sports fans. Shawn says it’s because the Tigers have taken over Detroit.

Marc says the Detroit Lions are the most popular professional team in Detroit. He ranks the Tigers second, followed by the Red Wings and Pistons. How would you rank Detroit’s pro teams? Send your answer to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Even though they Lions are finally giving fans something to cheer for, ML nevertheless finds a reason to root against them. Marc is incredulous. Listen in to hear the debate.

Is the NBA too boring? Marc and Shawn said there are “cultural issues” that give Major League Baseball the edge over the NBA. ML asks: “What are cultural issues?”

Shawn asks ML if he’s a lover or a fighter. Since he’s never made love to another hockey player, ML says he must be a fighter. Then he reveals his pet peeve – a problem that has landed him in the penalty box on many occasions.

Basketball nut Shawn discusses the revival of the Detroit Pistons.

What the hell are “ethical hoops?” ML, who has never heard the term, makes a guess. Listen to learn what he said – and whether he was close to being right.

Do you prefer watching a series on TV or going to the movies? Marc, Shawn and ML agree on which they like better. And ML explains why TV has essentially made him give up reading books.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, get it here. 

Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: How Swede it isn’t, when an uber green tourism destination in Scandinavia is exposed for stockpiling pollutants.

ROOM 7609: A listener tells an epic yarn then cozies up to Shawn by booking James Booker in the New Wave suite to perform “Good Night, Irene.” His story inspires a lively discussion of what are the best and worst shows the guys have ever seen. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65623238Tue, 22 Apr 2025 08:58:21 +0000ML ElrickShawn is back, bemoaning Detroit’s preference of the Tigers over the Pistons, while Marc is still amazed that ML has a new beef with the Lions. STRAIGHT DOPE: After years in the dumps, the Pistons are suddenly doing well with everybody but Detroit...
STRAIGHT DOPE: After years in the dumps, the Pistons are suddenly doing well with everybody but Detroit sports fans. Shawn says it’s because the Tigers have taken over Detroit.

Marc says the Detroit Lions are the most popular professional team in Detroit. He ranks the Tigers second, followed by the Red Wings and Pistons. How would you rank Detroit’s pro teams? Send your answer to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Even though they Lions are finally giving fans something to cheer for, ML nevertheless finds a reason to root against them. Marc is incredulous. Listen in to hear the debate.

Is the NBA too boring? Marc and Shawn said there are “cultural issues” that give Major League Baseball the edge over the NBA. ML asks: “What are cultural issues?”

Shawn asks ML if he’s a lover or a fighter. Since he’s never made love to another hockey player, ML says he must be a fighter. Then he reveals his pet peeve – a problem that has landed him in the penalty box on many occasions.

Basketball nut Shawn discusses the revival of the Detroit Pistons.

What the hell are “ethical hoops?” ML, who has never heard the term, makes a guess. Listen to learn what he said – and whether he was close to being right.

Do you prefer watching a series on TV or going to the movies? Marc, Shawn and ML agree on which they like better. And ML explains why TV has essentially made him give up reading books.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, get it here. 

Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: How Swede it isn’t, when an uber green tourism destination in Scandinavia is exposed for stockpiling pollutants.

ROOM 7609: A listener tells an epic yarn then cozies up to Shawn by booking James Booker in the New Wave suite to perform “Good Night, Irene.” His story inspires a lively discussion of what are the best and worst shows the guys have ever seen. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Sign up for our Patreon supporters club and find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Talk about tough crowds: ML tells comedian Mike Young he just sent 8 checks to the IRS so he desperately needs some laughs. Instead, Mike regales us with stories about how he got on Leonardo DiCaprio’s basketball team.

Marc asks ML why he owes so many tax bills and gets a story so long – but well told! – that Erika jumps in to make him wrap it up.

Mike just got in from the West Coast, where he did a bunch of shows and yukked it up with morning radio deejays. Marc asks whether Mike likes promoting his show that way – and whether it makes a difference.

Bob Saget LOVED promoting his shows. Mike talks about what it was like to tour with Bob … and how he NEVER watched an episode of “Full House.”

Mike counts John Stamos among his pals, and explains how Stamos got to play drums with the Beach Boys. ML butts in to remind us that Stamos had some trouble with the ladies in the U.P. and speculates that he doesn’t have many good memories of Michigan.

Marc asks Mike what it was like to be a “secret” contributor to “Entourage,” and gets rewarded with some great behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories.

Mike was working on a show for Tobey McGuire at ABC, spurring a discussion of whether the original Spiderman has comedic chops -- and basketball hops.

Mike took on Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch on the basketball court, and ended up squaring off at center court with Marky’s chef. Listen and learn what the beef was about.

Encounters with Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson left Mike with two very distinct and different impressions of the former champs. Find out which one was an angel, and which one he would never mess with.

ML asks Mike about bombing and whether it’s a necessary rite of passage.

Mike has toured with – and gives his take on -- Dave Chappelle, Sebastian Maniscalco and Joe Rogan.

Catch Mike’s show Wednesday, April 16 at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. Use this link to learn more.

Mike shot a movie – “Stealing Jokes” – in Detroit. Find our more about it here.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, get it here.

Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.
Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Prince Harry doesn’t want to be a prince any more, but he’s this week’s geek for continuing to be a royal pain.

ROOM 7609: DJ Weiser books Trio of Two into the New Wave suite to perform “Pets Sound.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATETedda is the latest Soulmate. Sign up for our Patreon supporters cluband find out how you can get perks by supporting the show! Use this link: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
FEEDBACK: Emily says she’s a fan of ML’s work, but you’d never know it from the email she sent! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation via Venmo or PayPal at mlsoulofdetroit.com. Or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65581955Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:15:00 +0000ML ElrickTax Day is no laughing matter, so comedian Mike Young tells Erika, ML and Marc some amazing true Hollywood stories. STRAIGHT DOPE: Talk about tough crowds: ML tells comedian Mike Young he just sent 8 checks to the IRS so he desperately needs some...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Talk about tough crowds: ML tells comedian Mike Young he just sent 8 checks to the IRS so he desperately needs some laughs. Instead, Mike regales us with stories about how he got on Leonardo DiCaprio’s basketball team.

Marc asks ML why he owes so many tax bills and gets a story so long – but well told! – that Erika jumps in to make him wrap it up.

Mike just got in from the West Coast, where he did a bunch of shows and yukked it up with morning radio deejays. Marc asks whether Mike likes promoting his show that way – and whether it makes a difference.

Bob Saget LOVED promoting his shows. Mike talks about what it was like to tour with Bob … and how he NEVER watched an episode of “Full House.”

Mike counts John Stamos among his pals, and explains how Stamos got to play drums with the Beach Boys. ML butts in to remind us that Stamos had some trouble with the ladies in the U.P. and speculates that he doesn’t have many good memories of Michigan.

Marc asks Mike what it was like to be a “secret” contributor to “Entourage,” and gets rewarded with some great behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories.

Mike was working on a show for Tobey McGuire at ABC, spurring a discussion of whether the original Spiderman has comedic chops -- and basketball hops.

Mike took on Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch on the basketball court, and ended up squaring off at center court with Marky’s chef. Listen and learn what the beef was about.

Encounters with Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson left Mike with two very distinct and different impressions of the former champs. Find out which one was an angel, and which one he would never mess with.

ML asks Mike about bombing and whether it’s a necessary rite of passage.

Mike has toured with – and gives his take on -- Dave Chappelle, Sebastian Maniscalco and Joe Rogan.

Catch Mike’s show Wednesday, April 16 at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. Use this link to learn more.

Mike shot a movie – “Stealing Jokes” – in Detroit. Find our more about it here.

If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, get it here.

Catch up with Shawn’s latest journalistic stylings here.
Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Prince Harry doesn’t want to be a prince any more, but he’s this week’s geek for continuing to be a royal pain.

ROOM 7609: DJ Weiser books Trio of Two into the New Wave suite to perform “Pets Sound.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or...]]>4752comedy,comic,dicaprio,elrick,entourage,fox,freep,hollwood,mike,stand,up,windsor,wjbk,wrif,youngfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn admonishes ML for being out of uniform by wearing a tie, leading to a series of random recollections by ML that conclude with some advice that could save your life.

Shawn spaces out on the name of, er, Marc – yeah, that’s it! Marc! – and wonders whether he’s losing it. Meanwhile, ML comes up with a movie star who he says could be separated at birth from Marc. Listen, learn and let us know what YOU think.

Dragons, sociopaths, major characters being killed without warning are all hallmarks of “Game of Thrones.” So Marc and Shawn wonder why ML is so hung up on how dirty everyone is while they’re having sex.

ML, inspired by Shawn’s trip down pop culture memory lane, reads some old fake news headlines from The Onion.

Marc takes us from old shows to new, getting us caught up on “The Pit,” “Adolescence,” and “White Lotus,” while ML wonders whatever happened to “Foundation.”

Creepy coaches are making headlines, from Detroit to Gainesville, Florida. But ML feels that the national media betrayed viewers by largely ignoring a scandal involving the coach of the Florida Gators basketball team at the start of their national championship season. Marc asks what the media could have done better, and a lively discussion ensues.

Attorney Amir Makled was detained at Detroit Metro Airport on his way back from a family vacation. He zooms in to tell the crew what happened – and why we should all be concerned. Tresa Baldas broke the story in the Detroit Free Press. Read all about it here.
If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, get it here.

Shawn weighs in on the Pistons’ recent struggles in his latest column.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Everybody votes for change, only to have the new regime do exactly what voters said they didn’t like about the old regime. If you’re OK with this, you’re this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Shawn takes charge and books The Average White Band into the New Wave suite to perform “A Love of Your Own,” prompting a discussion of listening habits and why ML never liked it when radio deejays “hit the post.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: ML sheds a small tear as he announces that this week there is no new member of our Patreon supporters club!

FEEDBACK: We also didn’t get any messages this week. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65444387Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:16:21 +0000ML ElrickNo need for a spoiler alert, as Shawn regales us with his thoughts on "Game Of Thrones" – a series that ended years ago, leaving Marc a fan and ML put off by all that lust in the dust. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn admonishes ML for being out of uniform by...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn admonishes ML for being out of uniform by wearing a tie, leading to a series of random recollections by ML that conclude with some advice that could save your life.

Shawn spaces out on the name of, er, Marc – yeah, that’s it! Marc! – and wonders whether he’s losing it. Meanwhile, ML comes up with a movie star who he says could be separated at birth from Marc. Listen, learn and let us know what YOU think.

Dragons, sociopaths, major characters being killed without warning are all hallmarks of “Game of Thrones.” So Marc and Shawn wonder why ML is so hung up on how dirty everyone is while they’re having sex.

ML, inspired by Shawn’s trip down pop culture memory lane, reads some old fake news headlines from The Onion.

Marc takes us from old shows to new, getting us caught up on “The Pit,” “Adolescence,” and “White Lotus,” while ML wonders whatever happened to “Foundation.”

Creepy coaches are making headlines, from Detroit to Gainesville, Florida. But ML feels that the national media betrayed viewers by largely ignoring a scandal involving the coach of the Florida Gators basketball team at the start of their national championship season. Marc asks what the media could have done better, and a lively discussion ensues.

Attorney Amir Makled was detained at Detroit Metro Airport on his way back from a family vacation. He zooms in to tell the crew what happened – and why we should all be concerned. Tresa Baldas broke the story in the Detroit Free Press. Read all about it here.
If you missed ML’s latest “On Guard” column, get it here.

Shawn weighs in on the Pistons’ recent struggles in his latest column.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Everybody votes for change, only to have the new regime do exactly what voters said they didn’t like about the old regime. If you’re OK with this, you’re this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Shawn takes charge and books The Average White Band into the New Wave suite to perform “A Love of Your Own,” prompting a discussion of listening habits and why ML never liked it when radio deejays “hit the post.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: ML sheds a small tear as he announces that this week there is no new member of our Patreon supporters...]]>4564airport,amir,detained,detroit,elrick,florida,fox,free,freep,golden,ice,lebanon,makled,michigan,ml,press,tigers,todd,trump,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Promises made, promises kept! ERIKA FRIGGING ERICKSON makes her triumphant return to the show. Some say she enjoys podcasting, but we know she really just loves hanging out in a basement with three dorks.

Months after Erika designed some new duds for the ML Soul of Detroit merch shop, ML presents her with a t-shirt, then challenges Shawn to try on the crop top Erika THOUGHT was meant for her. Soulmates can see how the how deal goes down … and who ends up putting on the crop top. To become a Soulmate, and get the video version of the show, join our Patreon supporters group by using this link.

ML recalls the first time he saw a woman with whiskers, Erika recalls when she worked in a bar with bearded women and Marc and Shawn check their chins.

Erika loves being back on TV – and boy has she told some crazy stories! One of them gets ML and Marc beefing about – what else – the Wolverines and Spartans.  

Shawn is BACK! He talks about life as a road warrior, as well as the epic seasons ML’s Spartans and Marc’s Wolverines just wrapped up.

Lawyers are looking for Mel Tucker. ML says a source told him where Mel is hanging out … and it’s a place where it's ok to handle the tools.

Erika believes Shawn is separated at birth from a famous and equally dyspeptic character. Listen and learn … and let us know if you agree!

Who knew that toupee maintenance was a big deal. Erika tells us about a man with a well-disguised rug that nevertheless needs a good shampooing.

ML’s latest column calls out Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who he says should stick to politics instead of giving phony history lessons. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Detroiter who left his gator – not his gators – in a Cheboygan motel is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: ML marks Erika’s triumphant return by choosing a song that he believes captures everyone’s feeling about her participation in the show: Paul Young’s “Come Back and Stay.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: ML offers TransAtlantic thanks to Vince, the newest member of our Patreon supporters club!

FEEDBACK: DJ Weiser calls out last week’s Room 7609 selection. Mike calls out Mike Duggan. And Dan calls out Shawn. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65287979Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:34:45 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson is BACK! ML and Marc also welcome Shawn back to Red Shovel Headquarters to discuss matters ranging from women with beards to men whose rugs need scrubbing. STRAIGHT DOPE: Promises made, promises kept! ERIKA FRIGGING ERICKSON makes her...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Promises made, promises kept! ERIKA FRIGGING ERICKSON makes her triumphant return to the show. Some say she enjoys podcasting, but we know she really just loves hanging out in a basement with three dorks.

Months after Erika designed some new duds for the ML Soul of Detroit merch shop, ML presents her with a t-shirt, then challenges Shawn to try on the crop top Erika THOUGHT was meant for her. Soulmates can see how the how deal goes down … and who ends up putting on the crop top. To become a Soulmate, and get the video version of the show, join our Patreon supporters group by using this link.

ML recalls the first time he saw a woman with whiskers, Erika recalls when she worked in a bar with bearded women and Marc and Shawn check their chins.

Erika loves being back on TV – and boy has she told some crazy stories! One of them gets ML and Marc beefing about – what else – the Wolverines and Spartans.  

Shawn is BACK! He talks about life as a road warrior, as well as the epic seasons ML’s Spartans and Marc’s Wolverines just wrapped up.

Lawyers are looking for Mel Tucker. ML says a source told him where Mel is hanging out … and it’s a place where it's ok to handle the tools.

Erika believes Shawn is separated at birth from a famous and equally dyspeptic character. Listen and learn … and let us know if you agree!

Who knew that toupee maintenance was a big deal. Erika tells us about a man with a well-disguised rug that nevertheless needs a good shampooing.

ML’s latest column calls out Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who he says should stick to politics instead of giving phony history lessons. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Detroiter who left his gator – not his gators – in a Cheboygan motel is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: ML marks Erika’s triumphant return by choosing a song that he believes captures everyone’s feeling about her participation in the show: Paul Young’s “Come Back and Stay.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: ML offers TransAtlantic thanks to Vince, the newest member of our Patreon supporters club!

FEEDBACK: DJ Weiser calls out last week’s Room 7609 selection. Mike calls out Mike Duggan. And Dan calls out Shawn. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at...]]>4492basketball,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,fox,hair,michigan,ml,msu,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML confuses the Apple TV soccer coach with the obscure Detroit musician Ben Blackwell is trying to put back in circulation by pressing new records at Third Man Records. You may know who Ted Lasso is. But you’ll have to listen to learn why Ted Lucas may be worth a spin on your turntable.

Gentle Ben is such a hardcore Detroit history buff that the only sure way to rise his ire is to refer to the Cass Corridor by the nickname a PR and marketing firm came up with to promote the neighborhood between downtown and the New Center. Do you know what that name is?

There have been lots of characters on Detroit City Council, but not a lot of notoriously flamboyant candidates (besides, of course, ML). So Ben, Marc and ML discuss some of the celebrities who got elected. The list includes a Motown star, a cop-turned movie star and a former Detroit Tiger. Can you name them?

You’ll never believe what ML saw one of Martha Reeves’ assistants pulling out of her trunk at city hall. Listen to hear this strange-but-true tale.

Legendary Free Press reporter and columnist Bill McGraw and legendary counter-culture troublemaker John Sinclar’s wife spent a combined 70+ years earning their bachelor’s degrees. ML and Ben tell you where they went – and what took so long!

Ted Lucas died 30 years ago, but Ben has been trying to resurrect his career for more than a decade. He tells ML and Marc about the man and his music. And what he found in the Lucas boys’ garage.

Marc asks Ben who game up with the genius idea to give away Jack White’s latest album – the so-called No Name album. Ben dishes the inside details.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.
Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A man who was so upset that he was not invited to a funeral wins this week’s award for nearly causing a funeral.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike is feeling wistful when he books the Menzingers into the New Wave suite to sing about their “High School Friend.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATEML welcomes John and Keith to our Patreon supporters club!

FEEDBACK: Stouts, basketball and crazy frat stories dominate our feedback segment. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65109883Tue, 25 Mar 2025 18:32:49 +0000ML ElrickTRIGGER WARNING: Third Man Records’ Ben Blackwell joins ML and Marc to talk about ML’s failed city council campaign before discussing his effort to resurrect the career of obscure Detroit rocker Ted Lucas. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML confuses the Apple TV...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML confuses the Apple TV soccer coach with the obscure Detroit musician Ben Blackwell is trying to put back in circulation by pressing new records at Third Man Records. You may know who Ted Lasso is. But you’ll have to listen to learn why Ted Lucas may be worth a spin on your turntable.

Gentle Ben is such a hardcore Detroit history buff that the only sure way to rise his ire is to refer to the Cass Corridor by the nickname a PR and marketing firm came up with to promote the neighborhood between downtown and the New Center. Do you know what that name is?

There have been lots of characters on Detroit City Council, but not a lot of notoriously flamboyant candidates (besides, of course, ML). So Ben, Marc and ML discuss some of the celebrities who got elected. The list includes a Motown star, a cop-turned movie star and a former Detroit Tiger. Can you name them?

You’ll never believe what ML saw one of Martha Reeves’ assistants pulling out of her trunk at city hall. Listen to hear this strange-but-true tale.

Legendary Free Press reporter and columnist Bill McGraw and legendary counter-culture troublemaker John Sinclar’s wife spent a combined 70+ years earning their bachelor’s degrees. ML and Ben tell you where they went – and what took so long!

Ted Lucas died 30 years ago, but Ben has been trying to resurrect his career for more than a decade. He tells ML and Marc about the man and his music. And what he found in the Lucas boys’ garage.

Marc asks Ben who game up with the genius idea to give away Jack White’s latest album – the so-called No Name album. Ben dishes the inside details.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.
Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A man who was so upset that he was not invited to a funeral wins this week’s award for nearly causing a funeral.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike is feeling wistful when he books the Menzingers into the New Wave suite to sing about their “High School Friend.” Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATEML welcomes John and Keith to our Patreon supporters club!

FEEDBACK: Stouts, basketball and crazy frat stories dominate our feedback segment. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: After overcoming yet another technical nightmare while trying to broadcast outside the friendly confines of Red Shovel Network HQ, ML looks back on the 5th anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic and wonders whether we've learned anything? Marc offers his answer. What's yours?

The Cadieux Cafe was preparing to host the show's first-ever roadshow in 2020 when ML stopped by on a Friday night to see whether folks would be able to social distance at the intimate Eastside establishment. While a Rush cover band rocked on, and a drunken patron covered him in spittle, ML began to have doubts. But what happened a few days later resolved all of his concerns. Listen and learn what historic event let the Soul of Detroit crew off the hook.

Here's an old story: Instead of celebrating their Big Ten Tournament victory, Wolverine fans are complaining that they got jobbed with their seeding for March Madness Marc questions whether ML's X post about the so-called Big Brother was sincere. Marc also thows shade on ML's contention that losing in the semifinals of the Big Ten tournament may be the best thing to help his Spartans go on a deep tournament run.

Before he was James Bond, Sean Connery starred in this Irish folktale produced by Disney. Can you name it?

We know, we know; you've heard it before. But we've worked out a plan to get Erika Erickson back on the show regularly. Tune in to find out more!

ML tells some stories of his time as an assistant warden at the youth hostel in Killarney, Ireland, and how he used to torture obnoxious guests by playing SubPop artist The Dwarves at high volume.

If you missed us on St. Patrick's Day, come out on Friday Aug. 1 for Soul Night at the Cadieux. We'll have live music, VIP events for members of the Soulmates and great music by Shashta Fox and The Kings English.

Can former Detroit Police Chief James Craig win the mayor's race? ML sat with him last week and assesses his chances in his latest "On Guard" column for the Free Press. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: An influencer who messes with a baby wombat is this week's absolutely selfish, rotten, horrible ... geek.

ROOM 7609: The Waterboys "Fishermans Blues" was in heavy rotation when ML deejayed at the youth hostel, so he books them into the New Wave suite for St. Patrick's Day. Send us your song -- with great story attached -- at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SOULMATE UPDATE: Will you please be our Soulmate? You may get a chance to ride on a pedal pub with us this summer, and you’ll definitely get to be one of our VIPS when we host Soul Night at the Cadieux Café on Friday, Aug. 1, featuring Shasta Fox and The King’s English!

FEEDBACK: ML picks a fight with another Spartan who feels Spartans are too belligerent, a listener wants to know about Detroit rent rates, we debate when politicians should check their ambition, and ML laments who people who disagree with someone always try to make it political. And he asks two questions: Which word never appears in the novel "The Godfather," and which word never appears in his latest column? We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64955106Tue, 18 Mar 2025 14:02:39 +0000ML ElrickML and Marc broadcast from the Cadieux Cafe on St. Patrick's Day, and ML learns why Marc hates doing remotes. STRAIGHT DOPE: After overcoming yet another technical nightmare while trying to broadcast outside the friendly confines of Red Shovel...
STRAIGHT DOPE: After overcoming yet another technical nightmare while trying to broadcast outside the friendly confines of Red Shovel Network HQ, ML looks back on the 5th anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic and wonders whether we've learned anything? Marc offers his answer. What's yours?

The Cadieux Cafe was preparing to host the show's first-ever roadshow in 2020 when ML stopped by on a Friday night to see whether folks would be able to social distance at the intimate Eastside establishment. While a Rush cover band rocked on, and a drunken patron covered him in spittle, ML began to have doubts. But what happened a few days later resolved all of his concerns. Listen and learn what historic event let the Soul of Detroit crew off the hook.

Here's an old story: Instead of celebrating their Big Ten Tournament victory, Wolverine fans are complaining that they got jobbed with their seeding for March Madness Marc questions whether ML's X post about the so-called Big Brother was sincere. Marc also thows shade on ML's contention that losing in the semifinals of the Big Ten tournament may be the best thing to help his Spartans go on a deep tournament run.

Before he was James Bond, Sean Connery starred in this Irish folktale produced by Disney. Can you name it?

We know, we know; you've heard it before. But we've worked out a plan to get Erika Erickson back on the show regularly. Tune in to find out more!

ML tells some stories of his time as an assistant warden at the youth hostel in Killarney, Ireland, and how he used to torture obnoxious guests by playing SubPop artist The Dwarves at high volume.

If you missed us on St. Patrick's Day, come out on Friday Aug. 1 for Soul Night at the Cadieux. We'll have live music, VIP events for members of the Soulmates and great music by Shashta Fox and The Kings English.

Can former Detroit Police Chief James Craig win the mayor's race? ML sat with him last week and assesses his chances in his latest "On Guard" column for the Free Press. Read it here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: An influencer who messes with a baby wombat is this week's absolutely selfish, rotten, horrible ... geek.

ROOM 7609: The Waterboys "Fishermans Blues" was in heavy rotation when ML deejayed at the youth hostel, so he books them into the New Wave suite for St. Patrick's Day. Send us your song -- with great story attached -- at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SOULMATE UPDATE: Will you please be our Soulmate? You may get a chance to ride on a pedal pub with us this summer, and you’ll definitely get to be one of our VIPS when we host Soul Night at the Cadieux Café on Friday, Aug. 1, featuring Shasta Fox and The King’s English!

FEEDBACK: ML picks a fight with another Spartan who feels Spartans are too belligerent, a listener wants to know about Detroit rent rates, we debate when politicians should...]]>2807basketball,cadieux,cafe,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,michigan,msu,ncaa,patrick's,press,spartans,tournament,waterboys,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Come join us in person on Monday, March 17 for our annual St. Patrick's Day show at the Cadieux Café, where we’ll be recording live from noon to 2 p.m.

Eli takes us back 50 years to tell a tale of spring training when the Tigers were at their nadir. He says he’ll never forget what a recumbent Gates Brown told him while the rest of the Home 9 hustled to get ready for the season. Listen and learn – and we guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

ML, Marc and Eli reminisce about the phenom who followed that awful 1975 squad during Detroit’s bicentennial: Mark “The Bird” Fydrich. Eli fondly reflects on the simple farm boy from Massachusetts, and how the cheapskate Tigers never gave him his due. Which is why he bought the dump truck that would play a key role in his untimely demise.

Tiger Stadium was a ballpark like no other, with fans close to the field and foul territory so narrow pitchers needed protection as they warmed up. ML is still wondering why they didn’t want any pepper on the field, though. If you can help him, drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

Eli trots out a couple old MSU burns when ML asks him to opine on the latest chapter on the ever-roiling rivalry between THE university of Michigan and the University of Michigan. Meanwhile, Marc wonders what all the fuss is about.

ML tells a tale of some children who know how to handle the rivalry. Hear all about it. And heed their example!

Shawn makes the scene and asks Eli if he sees any parallels between former Pistons GM Troy Weaver and current Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman. Eli weighs in on the fate of two franchises who are rebuilding, and why one is doing so much better than the other.

Sideburns, chaw and Bob Sykes. If you are a long-time Tiger fan, you know exactly what ML is talking about when he asks Eli whether he had better muttonchops than a long-forgotten Tiger hurler.

With just 30 seconds left before Eli has to hit the links, ML asks him to share his thoughts on Donald Trump and Eli Musk. Can the consummate TV newsman fit it all in before the break? You’ll have to listen to find out.

ML causes more controversy when he calls out Michigan AG Dana Nessel’s special agents and their secret records. Read all about it here, where you can also hear ML caught on tape.

Shawn turns in another outstanding column, this time about a man who encouraged us to savor every moment, even as he was running out of time. Check it out here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.
Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: Mel Gibson says he deserves … a lot of things. A lawyer’s refusal to help him get one of them leads to her downfall. And provides us some geeks of the week.

ROOM 7609: International conflict inspires listener Todd to suggest a band that even Shawn likes: Echo and the Bunnymen, performing “The Puppet.” Marc caps it off with an epic drop. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the ditty – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: Will you please be our Soulmate? You may get a chance to ride on a pedal pub with us this summer, and you’ll definitely get to be one of our VIPS when we host Soul Night at the Cadieux Café on Friday, Aug. 1, featuring Shasta Fox and The King’s English!

FEEDBACK: ML picks a fight with another Spartan who feels Spartans are too belligerent, a listener wants to know about Detroit rent rates, we debate when politicians should check their ambition, and ML laments who people who disagree with someone always try to make it political. And he asks two questions: Which word never appears in the novel "The Godfather," and which word never appears in his latest column? We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64815549Tue, 11 Mar 2025 17:22:09 +0000ML ElrickLegend Eli Zaret zooms in with some classic baseball stories and hot takes from sunny Florida, while Marc continues to fight a virulent virus and Shawn finally ends his quest for T.P. STRAIGHT DOPE: Come join us in person on Monday, March 17 for our...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Come join us in person on Monday, March 17 for our annual St. Patrick's Day show at the Cadieux Café, where we’ll be recording live from noon to 2 p.m.

Eli takes us back 50 years to tell a tale of spring training when the Tigers were at their nadir. He says he’ll never forget what a recumbent Gates Brown told him while the rest of the Home 9 hustled to get ready for the season. Listen and learn – and we guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

ML, Marc and Eli reminisce about the phenom who followed that awful 1975 squad during Detroit’s bicentennial: Mark “The Bird” Fydrich. Eli fondly reflects on the simple farm boy from Massachusetts, and how the cheapskate Tigers never gave him his due. Which is why he bought the dump truck that would play a key role in his untimely demise.

Tiger Stadium was a ballpark like no other, with fans close to the field and foul territory so narrow pitchers needed protection as they warmed up. ML is still wondering why they didn’t want any pepper on the field, though. If you can help him, drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

Eli trots out a couple old MSU burns when ML asks him to opine on the latest chapter on the ever-roiling rivalry between THE university of Michigan and the University of Michigan. Meanwhile, Marc wonders what all the fuss is about.

ML tells a tale of some children who know how to handle the rivalry. Hear all about it. And heed their example!

Shawn makes the scene and asks Eli if he sees any parallels between former Pistons GM Troy Weaver and current Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman. Eli weighs in on the fate of two franchises who are rebuilding, and why one is doing so much better than the other.

Sideburns, chaw and Bob Sykes. If you are a long-time Tiger fan, you know exactly what ML is talking about when he asks Eli whether he had better muttonchops than a long-forgotten Tiger hurler.

With just 30 seconds left before Eli has to hit the links, ML asks him to share his thoughts on Donald Trump and Eli Musk. Can the consummate TV newsman fit it all in before the break? You’ll have to listen to find out.

ML causes more controversy when he calls out Michigan AG Dana Nessel’s special agents and their secret records. Read all about it here, where you can also hear ML caught on tape.

Shawn turns in another outstanding column, this time about a man who encouraged us to savor every moment, even as he was running out of time. Check it out here.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.
Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: Mel Gibson says he deserves … a lot of things. A...]]>4189andy,baseball,detroit,eli,elrick,faturday,fox,freep,isaac,michigan,ml,pistons,spring,tigers,training,windsor,wrif,zaretfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Fresh off his appearance on the Rachel Maddow Show, ML starts the podcast with a tribute to his favorite host of the Carlos & Shawn podcast … Mr. Monarrez.

Former Tiger Andy Dirks, who provides color commentary, zooms in to talk about the Detroit Tigers amazing season.

Andy breaks down the managerial genius of AJ Hinch, whose ability to put players in a position to succeed prompts ML to reveal the similarities between the Tigers skipper and his leadership of the Detroit Free Press recreational co-ed Wednesday night Belle Isle softball team. Andy politely pretends to take a call in the middle of ML’s incisive analysis.

Erika says it seems like the young Tigers are having a lot of fun and defying expectations. Andy offers his insights.

Andy contrasts the 2011-2014 Tigers he played on with the current squad. He said his Tigers were starter-heavy, with horses like Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer in the starting rotation. The current Tigers have only one horse: Tarik Skubal.

How do you hit a 100-mph fastball? Andy discusses batting strategy and how pinch hitters prepare to face flamethrowers. ML – again – sees parallels between how he helps the members of his softball team prepare to face pitchers … hurling 10-mph pitches.

Marc asks ML about the column that got him on Rachel Maddow, an investigation into where U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers really lives.

Shawn dials in to discuss why he skipped dinner with Jennifer Hammond to wash his drawers in a Cleveland laundromat.

Teen trolls stop Shawn on the street in Houston. ML says he’s pretty sure his cousin Jeffrey was not involved, but he can’t guarantee it.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML lets Marc peek this week’s geek … and instantly regrets it.

ROOM 7609: Marc revives “Bless You Boys,” prompting many comments about the lame video and triggering a conversation about Detroit sports theme songs. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Robert Dorigo Jones is the newest Soulmate, while P*nis Breath checks in again to clear up some confusion. Then Hannah gives ML hell from Holly. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64751229Fri, 07 Mar 2025 16:45:45 +0000ML ElrickWe're revisiting a show from October. Erika Erickson is back and we’re talking with Tigers broadcaster Andy Dirks… while Shawn is cleaning his dirty drawers in Cleveland. STRAIGHT DOPE: Fresh off his appearance on the Rachel Maddow Show, ML starts...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Fresh off his appearance on the Rachel Maddow Show, ML starts the podcast with a tribute to his favorite host of the Carlos & Shawn podcast … Mr. Monarrez.

Former Tiger Andy Dirks, who provides color commentary, zooms in to talk about the Detroit Tigers amazing season.

Andy breaks down the managerial genius of AJ Hinch, whose ability to put players in a position to succeed prompts ML to reveal the similarities between the Tigers skipper and his leadership of the Detroit Free Press recreational co-ed Wednesday night Belle Isle softball team. Andy politely pretends to take a call in the middle of ML’s incisive analysis.

Erika says it seems like the young Tigers are having a lot of fun and defying expectations. Andy offers his insights.

Andy contrasts the 2011-2014 Tigers he played on with the current squad. He said his Tigers were starter-heavy, with horses like Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer in the starting rotation. The current Tigers have only one horse: Tarik Skubal.

How do you hit a 100-mph fastball? Andy discusses batting strategy and how pinch hitters prepare to face flamethrowers. ML – again – sees parallels between how he helps the members of his softball team prepare to face pitchers … hurling 10-mph pitches.

Marc asks ML about the column that got him on Rachel Maddow, an investigation into where U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers really lives.

Shawn dials in to discuss why he skipped dinner with Jennifer Hammond to wash his drawers in a Cleveland laundromat.

Teen trolls stop Shawn on the street in Houston. ML says he’s pretty sure his cousin Jeffrey was not involved, but he can’t guarantee it.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML lets Marc peek this week’s geek … and instantly regrets it.

ROOM 7609: Marc revives “Bless You Boys,” prompting many comments about the lame video and triggering a conversation about Detroit sports theme songs. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Robert Dorigo Jones is the newest Soulmate, while P*nis Breath checks in again to clear up some confusion. Then Hannah gives ML hell from Holly. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make...]]>6052andy,baseball,detroit,dirks,elrick,erickson,erika,fox2,free,freep,michigan,press,tigers,wdiv,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML welcomes fellow Local 4 (WDIV-TV) legend Devin Scillian to the show. When Marc questions why ML considers himself a Channel 4 icon, he gets a surprise answer that actually kinda makes sense.

Devin is a good sport, but may have some explaining to do when he gets home after he laughed at Marc’s latest outstanding intro.

Devin explains how journalism became his siren, which also helps explain why he aspired to be Homer – and not the one you’re probably thinking of.

What is a good friend; the one who tells you to zip up, or the one who lets you walk around with your crank hanging out? Devin gives his definition in a column he recently wrote for the Detroit Free Press, offering advice to friends of the president. Read it here.

Reporters – and anchors – are supposed to be objective. And Devin has only expressed strong opinions on topics like transparency and freedom of information. But he says some Free Press readers have reacted strongly to his column. Listen and learn why.

Devin offers two critiques of President Trump, but also criticizes another Republican and a Democratic president. Find out who he singled out -- and what he thinks they got wrong.

ML takes a cheap shot at weather forecasters, and Devin offers a startling observation about how and where they work.

Would you rather have praise or criticism? Devin and ML make their case for why our critics may actually be kinder than the folks who pay us compliments.

Should newspapers continue to endorse candidates? Devin, the TV guy, says yes. ML, the newspaper guy, says no. And shares how his take on this topic got him in trouble with some colleagues and his boss.

You catch updates about Devin and his band at his website ... but don't expect any news about Devin and ML busking in Paris any time soon. 

ML’s latest column takes a look at the latest candidate to enter the mayor’s race – and what he thinks it will take to survive the primary. Read all about it here.

ML offers and Erika Erickson update and invites everyone to the show's St. Patrick's Day party on Monday, March 17 at the Cadieux Cafe and on Soul Night at the Cadieux on Friday, Aug. 1.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: How can you have a Fyre Festival 2, when there was no Fyre Festival 1? The answer yields this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: Friend of the Show Andrew Turnbull reveals how he sent a college party “Straight to Hell” by playing The Clash. Send us your favorite tune or deep cut or track from an obscure band – along with a story about the dittyg – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

LATEST SOULMATE: ML welcomes Todd to our Patreon supporters club!


FEEDBACK: DEI, Detroit candidates and a possible Soul Curse are on your mind. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.comor drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64568611Tue, 25 Feb 2025 19:15:56 +0000ML ElrickDevin Scillian is retired so he has nothing better to do than write for the Free Press and hang out with ML and Marc at Red Shovel Network HQ ... while Shawn looks for toilet paper in somebody else’s crib. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML welcomes fellow Local 4...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML welcomes fellow Local 4 (WDIV-TV) legend Devin Scillian to the show. When Marc questions why ML considers himself a Channel 4 icon, he gets a surprise answer that actually kinda makes sense.

Devin is a good sport, but may have some explaining to do when he gets home after he laughed at Marc’s latest outstanding intro.

Devin explains how journalism became his siren, which also helps explain why he aspired to be Homer – and not the one you’re probably thinking of.

What is a good friend; the one who tells you to zip up, or the one who lets you walk around with your crank hanging out? Devin gives his definition in a column he recently wrote for the Detroit Free Press, offering advice to friends of the president. Read it here.

Reporters – and anchors – are supposed to be objective. And Devin has only expressed strong opinions on topics like transparency and freedom of information. But he says some Free Press readers have reacted strongly to his column. Listen and learn why.

Devin offers two critiques of President Trump, but also criticizes another Republican and a Democratic president. Find out who he singled out -- and what he thinks they got wrong.

ML takes a cheap shot at weather forecasters, and Devin offers a startling observation about how and where they work.

Would you rather have praise or criticism? Devin and ML make their case for why our critics may actually be kinder than the folks who pay us compliments.

Should newspapers continue to endorse candidates? Devin, the TV guy, says yes. ML, the newspaper guy, says no. And shares how his take on this topic got him in trouble with some colleagues and his boss.

You catch updates about Devin and his band at his website ... but don't expect any news about Devin and ML busking in Paris any time soon. 

ML’s latest column takes a look at the latest candidate to enter the mayor’s race – and what he thinks it will take to survive the primary. Read all about it here.

ML offers and Erika Erickson update and invites everyone to the show's St. Patrick's Day party on Monday, March 17 at the Cadieux Cafe and on Soul Night at the Cadieux on Friday, Aug. 1.

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/c/MLSoulofDetroit

GEEK OF THE WEEK: How can you have a Fyre Festival 2, when there was no Fyre Festival 1? The answer yields this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609:...]]>4944clash,detroit,devin,donald,elrick,fox,free,freep,local4,michigan,ml,news,press,scillian,trump,wdiv,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: As you know, Shawn is very modest, and would never brag about his accomplishments. Still, ML and Marc were surprised to hear him hobble around the studio declaring: “I’m Number Two!”

Drew is a gracious host, welcoming podcasters and strangers alike into his basement every week. So why is Shawn so critical of our host? Have a seat and hear how Shawn’s rear has him up in arms.

Obtusely, Shawn changes the subject from his very human needs to the tragic death of two children who froze to death in a van parked in Detroit. The crew questions how this horrible tragedy happened, and who might be responsible.

Would our quality of life be better if Canada was the 51st state? A vigorous debate ensues.

Show etiquette is not among Shawn’s many gifts, as he demonstrates once again. ML can’t believe what he’s hearing as Marc shits the bed – which ML wishes was just a metaphor.

Marc’s digestive disaster in Prague nearly 20 years ago reminds ML of the time an East Berliner and the most handsome man in Austria rescued him from a potential tragic end at jazz club in Prague nearly 40 years ago. (Unlike Marc, ML kept his pants on.)

Somehow, the conversation turns to stroking ferrets, the Big Lebowski, why ML wanted to visit Yugoslavia as it disintegrated into civil war and more tales of international derring-do. Listen and learn and try to forget everything that happened before this point on the show!

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  A Stellantis plant is victimized by a brown bomber.

ROOM 7609:  ML finally catches up on listener Thomas’ suggestion and books Root Boy Slim and the Sex Change Band’s “Boogie Til You Puke” in the New Wave suite. You can also send us your favorite tune, a deep cut or a track from an obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64330496Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:01:21 +0000ML ElrickShawn is running a little behind and has trouble wiping away his embarrassment before joining ML and Marc for a show that ML hopes you are not listening to at work … and that he prays his mother never hears (because he was reared better). STRAIGHT...
STRAIGHT DOPE: As you know, Shawn is very modest, and would never brag about his accomplishments. Still, ML and Marc were surprised to hear him hobble around the studio declaring: “I’m Number Two!”

Drew is a gracious host, welcoming podcasters and strangers alike into his basement every week. So why is Shawn so critical of our host? Have a seat and hear how Shawn’s rear has him up in arms.

Obtusely, Shawn changes the subject from his very human needs to the tragic death of two children who froze to death in a van parked in Detroit. The crew questions how this horrible tragedy happened, and who might be responsible.

Would our quality of life be better if Canada was the 51st state? A vigorous debate ensues.

Show etiquette is not among Shawn’s many gifts, as he demonstrates once again. ML can’t believe what he’s hearing as Marc shits the bed – which ML wishes was just a metaphor.

Marc’s digestive disaster in Prague nearly 20 years ago reminds ML of the time an East Berliner and the most handsome man in Austria rescued him from a potential tragic end at jazz club in Prague nearly 40 years ago. (Unlike Marc, ML kept his pants on.)

Somehow, the conversation turns to stroking ferrets, the Big Lebowski, why ML wanted to visit Yugoslavia as it disintegrated into civil war and more tales of international derring-do. Listen and learn and try to forget everything that happened before this point on the show!

Looking for a great gift for a friend, relative or even someone you don’t particularly like? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  A Stellantis plant is victimized by a brown bomber.

ROOM 7609:  ML finally catches up on listener Thomas’ suggestion and books Root Boy Slim and the Sex Change Band’s “Boogie Til You Puke” in the New Wave suite. You can also send us your favorite tune, a deep cut or a track from an obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!...]]>2710detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,michigan,paper,prague,press,toilet,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Cella was a Donald Trump skeptic in 2015 who became such a convert that Trump named him ambassador to Fiji in 2016. ML asks him to explain how he came full circle on the president, and whether the race to become chairman of the Michigan Republican Party will come down to who is the “Trumpiest.”

Cella’s rivals for the MIGOP post are Meshawn Maddock and state Sen. Jim Runestad. ML invited both of them to come on the show and discuss their candidacies, but Meshawn did not respond and Runestad could not make time on his schedule because he expected to be in session.

ML asks Joe whether Joe Biden won the 2020 election. Listen to hear the ambassador’s answer and decide for yourself whether it was diplomatic … or a dodge.

Blackwater private security firm Erik Prince is a polarizing figure, but to Joe, he was just a classmate at Hillsdale College -- but a classmate like no other. Joe tells why Prince, the brother of former U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, stood out on campus.

Asked to point out the shortcomings of his opponents, Joe instead offers a detailed explanation for why he is the best candidate to lead the state Republican Party. He says his qualifications include media skills, resourcefulness … and the ability to raise a lot of dough. Listen and find out where he plans to get the loot.

Marc ribs Joe about his appointment as ambassador to Fiji, which Marc points out may not be the most glamorous posting in the world. Joe responds with aplomb.

ML asks Joe how he'll handle Mike Duggan and whether the independent gubernatorial candidate will draw votes from Republicans as well as Democrats. Hear Joe's thoughtful response.

ML asks Joe about Nauru, known as Bird Shit Island, and Joe shares a tale about his visit and how his research into a downed Mitchell B-25 bomber led him back to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Shawn joins the crew to talk about the Lions, while ML shares his astonishment at the number of people who came out to see the Spartan women’s basketball team last weekend.

ML’s mentor Gerry Shields checks in via text from Philly with a hilarious story about a shooting during the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory. (Yeah, we know stories about shootings aren’t funny, but this one is the exception!)

Looking for a great last-minute Valentine’s Day gift? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A company paid $70,000 to do a background check on prospective Detroit police chiefs who failed to check their backgrounds thoroughly is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Shawn finally comes up with a guest for Room 7609, booking Frankie Beverly’s “Happy Feeling” into the New Wave suite. You can also send us your favorite tune, a deep cut or a track from an obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Dan forswears the Red Shovel Network and a DJ loves last week’s world premier video. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64327289Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:48:19 +0000ML ElrickAn ambassador who wants to lead the Michigan Republican Party joins ML and Marc to talk about his plans for his party ... as well as his visit to Bird Shit Island. STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Cella was a Donald Trump skeptic in 2015 who became such a convert...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Cella was a Donald Trump skeptic in 2015 who became such a convert that Trump named him ambassador to Fiji in 2016. ML asks him to explain how he came full circle on the president, and whether the race to become chairman of the Michigan Republican Party will come down to who is the “Trumpiest.”

Cella’s rivals for the MIGOP post are Meshawn Maddock and state Sen. Jim Runestad. ML invited both of them to come on the show and discuss their candidacies, but Meshawn did not respond and Runestad could not make time on his schedule because he expected to be in session.

ML asks Joe whether Joe Biden won the 2020 election. Listen to hear the ambassador’s answer and decide for yourself whether it was diplomatic … or a dodge.

Blackwater private security firm Erik Prince is a polarizing figure, but to Joe, he was just a classmate at Hillsdale College -- but a classmate like no other. Joe tells why Prince, the brother of former U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, stood out on campus.

Asked to point out the shortcomings of his opponents, Joe instead offers a detailed explanation for why he is the best candidate to lead the state Republican Party. He says his qualifications include media skills, resourcefulness … and the ability to raise a lot of dough. Listen and find out where he plans to get the loot.

Marc ribs Joe about his appointment as ambassador to Fiji, which Marc points out may not be the most glamorous posting in the world. Joe responds with aplomb.

ML asks Joe how he'll handle Mike Duggan and whether the independent gubernatorial candidate will draw votes from Republicans as well as Democrats. Hear Joe's thoughtful response.

ML asks Joe about Nauru, known as Bird Shit Island, and Joe shares a tale about his visit and how his research into a downed Mitchell B-25 bomber led him back to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Shawn joins the crew to talk about the Lions, while ML shares his astonishment at the number of people who came out to see the Spartan women’s basketball team last weekend.

ML’s mentor Gerry Shields checks in via text from Philly with a hilarious story about a shooting during the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory. (Yeah, we know stories about shootings aren’t funny, but this one is the exception!)

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: A company paid $70,000 to do a background check on prospective Detroit police chiefs who failed to check their backgrounds thoroughly is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Shawn finally comes up with a guest for Room 7609, booking Frankie Beverly’s “Happy Feeling” into the New Wave suite. You can also send us your favorite tune, a deep cut or a track from an obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Dan forswears the Red Shovel Network and a DJ loves last week’s world premier video. We welcome all your comments...]]>5168cella,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,michigan,news,party,press,republican,trump,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com

STRAIGHT DOPE: TRIGGER WARNING: ML compares one of the commercials on Sirius XM's POTUS channel with an inappropriate headline he saw in The Onion during the Clinton Administration.
Marc's intro suggests Shawn is a devil worshipper. Shawn says he isn't ... he just used to hang out with one.

ML gets the show off to a manic start, with jokes about Vivek Ramaswamy's new album. (It's not as bad as it sounds -- ML's jokes, not Vivek's album.)

Who are the best feuding brother bands? Marc likes the Black Crowes, guests Brian Robillard of the Common Scolds and Max Prokop of The Kings English and Shasta Fox put in a good word for Oasis. Shawn offers some love to Van Halen. And ML casts his lot with The Kinks. Tell us about your favorite with an email to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Brian -- not Greg! -- and Max are putting on a triple bill at The New Dodge Lounge Saturday, Feb. 8 from 7 p.m. to ? Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Get yours here.

Max loves vinyl while ML complains that he doesn't like to get up every 22 minutes to flip the record. But almost everyone in the gang finds something to love about the near-defunct format that is making a comeback.

As a boy, ML was moved to tears by the cover of Queen's "News of the World." But even though he spent a lot of time contemplating the album art, he got a whole bunch wrong about the boys in the band. Listen, learn and laugh!

It's OK; you can admit you love Yacht Rock. Even Shawn won't make fun of you! Still, ML is reluctant to embrace the genre that makes him think about frat boys and bucket hats.

The gang raves about OJ Simpson documentaries and tells ML he doesn't know what he's missing. He says he doesn't have time for such foolishness and is instead spending all of his viewing time watching James Marsden star vehicles.

This is not a misprint: Christopher Cross, maybe the softest songwriter of the 70s and 80s, once filled in for guitar hero Ritchie Blackmore when he couldn't make a gig with Deep Purple. Hear all about it in the new episode.
 
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GEEK OF THE WEEK: The FCC, which is giving new meaning to "weaponization of the government," is this week's geek.


ROOM 7609: Max debuts the video for "If You're Not Falling In Love," the new tune from The King's English, then tells the story behind the song. You can see the song performed live on Saturday at The New Dodge Lounge. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: DJ Weiser didn't like last week's guest in Room 7609. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64180117Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:41:17 +0000ML ElrickYacht rock gets a whole lotta love when two local musicians drop in to hype their upcoming gig before the world premiere of a new music video in Room 7609. STRAIGHT DOPE: TRIGGER WARNING: ML compares one of the commercials on Sirius XM's POTUS...

STRAIGHT DOPE: TRIGGER WARNING: ML compares one of the commercials on Sirius XM's POTUS channel with an inappropriate headline he saw in The Onion during the Clinton Administration.
Marc's intro suggests Shawn is a devil worshipper. Shawn says he isn't ... he just used to hang out with one.

ML gets the show off to a manic start, with jokes about Vivek Ramaswamy's new album. (It's not as bad as it sounds -- ML's jokes, not Vivek's album.)

Who are the best feuding brother bands? Marc likes the Black Crowes, guests Brian Robillard of the Common Scolds and Max Prokop of The Kings English and Shasta Fox put in a good word for Oasis. Shawn offers some love to Van Halen. And ML casts his lot with The Kinks. Tell us about your favorite with an email to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Brian -- not Greg! -- and Max are putting on a triple bill at The New Dodge Lounge Saturday, Feb. 8 from 7 p.m. to ? Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Get yours here.

Max loves vinyl while ML complains that he doesn't like to get up every 22 minutes to flip the record. But almost everyone in the gang finds something to love about the near-defunct format that is making a comeback.

As a boy, ML was moved to tears by the cover of Queen's "News of the World." But even though he spent a lot of time contemplating the album art, he got a whole bunch wrong about the boys in the band. Listen, learn and laugh!

It's OK; you can admit you love Yacht Rock. Even Shawn won't make fun of you! Still, ML is reluctant to embrace the genre that makes him think about frat boys and bucket hats.

The gang raves about OJ Simpson documentaries and tells ML he doesn't know what he's missing. He says he doesn't have time for such foolishness and is instead spending all of his viewing time watching James Marsden star vehicles.

This is not a misprint: Christopher Cross, maybe the softest songwriter of the 70s and 80s, once filled in for guitar hero Ritchie Blackmore when he couldn't make a gig with Deep Purple. Hear all about it in the new episode.
 
Valentine's Day is coming up, and a Free Press subscription makes a great gift! Hit this link to get a deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: The FCC, which is giving new meaning to "weaponization of the government," is this week's geek.


ROOM 7609: Max debuts the video for "If You're Not Falling In Love," the new tune from The King's English, then tells the story behind the song. You can see the song performed live on Saturday at The New Dodge Lounge. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they...]]>4536canada,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,michigan,music,oj,press,rock,simpson,windsor,wrif,yachtfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Mark Chutkow zooms in to educate ML, Marc and Shawn on how the pardon process is SUPPOSED to work, which is news we can all use, because Joe Biden and Donald Trump sure seem to be doing everything they can to pervert one of the greatest powers the president possesses.

Marc asks Mark about pre-emptive pardons, and Mark reveals the most famous pre-emptive pardon you’ve ever heard of without realizing it. Listen and learn.

Why do presidents get to pardon people? Mark says the English are to blame, prompting ML to curse the 810-year-old Magna Carta.

Biden and Trump each pardoned a thousand people at a time. Mark explains that the pardon process is actually a very deliberate and thoughtful process that is designed to keep presidents for setting someone free who doesn’t deserve a break.

Every pardon request should be evaluated using the same criteria, including whether the person seeking the pardon has accepted responsibility. Oh, and there’s also supposed to be a five-year “cooling off” period. Find out what other factors are SUPPOSED to determine whether a con should get a break.

Was the pardon process followed in the Kwame Kilpatrick case?
Do you the difference between a commutation and a pardon? Mark does. And he explains.

Listen and learn why a conviction doesn't always tell you everything you need to know about how bad a dude may be.

Can the president pardon himself? Can the president use a pardon to erase an impeachment? Mark has more answers.

Shawn gaps, but then perks up and asks ML how he spells a very naughty term.

Marc’s kids learn daddy uses some bad words, too, by peeking at his wife’s cell phone, prompting Marc to seek parenting advice.

What is your favorite cheap beer? Shawn, Marc and ML offer their sudsy selections.

ML’s latest column recalls a candid conversation he had with Mike Duggan several years ago, long before Hizzoner declared he would run for governor as an independent. ML’s offers his assessment, as well as speculation on Duggan’s possible motives for leaving the Democratic Party behind. Read all about it here.

Get Shawn’s latest take on the Lions here.

Can’t access these journalistic gems? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Biden’s mercy for a crooked cop has us singing “Hell to the chief!”

ROOM 7609: We catch up with listener Steve’s suggestion of the EZ Band’s cover of The Smith’s “This Charming Man,” which puts ML’s limited Spanish ability to the test. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63968733Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:19:34 +0000ML ElrickThe lead prosecutor in the Kwame Kilpatrick public corruption trial schools ML, Marc and Shawn on the pardon process – and how Biden and Trump have exercised their “divine right of kings.” STRAIGHT DOPE: Mark Chutkow zooms in to educate ML, Marc and...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Mark Chutkow zooms in to educate ML, Marc and Shawn on how the pardon process is SUPPOSED to work, which is news we can all use, because Joe Biden and Donald Trump sure seem to be doing everything they can to pervert one of the greatest powers the president possesses.

Marc asks Mark about pre-emptive pardons, and Mark reveals the most famous pre-emptive pardon you’ve ever heard of without realizing it. Listen and learn.

Why do presidents get to pardon people? Mark says the English are to blame, prompting ML to curse the 810-year-old Magna Carta.

Biden and Trump each pardoned a thousand people at a time. Mark explains that the pardon process is actually a very deliberate and thoughtful process that is designed to keep presidents for setting someone free who doesn’t deserve a break.

Every pardon request should be evaluated using the same criteria, including whether the person seeking the pardon has accepted responsibility. Oh, and there’s also supposed to be a five-year “cooling off” period. Find out what other factors are SUPPOSED to determine whether a con should get a break.

Was the pardon process followed in the Kwame Kilpatrick case?
Do you the difference between a commutation and a pardon? Mark does. And he explains.

Listen and learn why a conviction doesn't always tell you everything you need to know about how bad a dude may be.

Can the president pardon himself? Can the president use a pardon to erase an impeachment? Mark has more answers.

Shawn gaps, but then perks up and asks ML how he spells a very naughty term.

Marc’s kids learn daddy uses some bad words, too, by peeking at his wife’s cell phone, prompting Marc to seek parenting advice.

What is your favorite cheap beer? Shawn, Marc and ML offer their sudsy selections.

ML’s latest column recalls a candid conversation he had with Mike Duggan several years ago, long before Hizzoner declared he would run for governor as an independent. ML’s offers his assessment, as well as speculation on Duggan’s possible motives for leaving the Democratic Party behind. Read all about it here.

Get Shawn’s latest take on the Lions here.

Can’t access these journalistic gems? A Free Press subscription is a bargain! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Biden’s mercy for a crooked cop has us singing “Hell to the chief!”

ROOM 7609: We catch up with listener Steve’s suggestion of the EZ Band’s cover of The Smith’s “This Charming Man,” which puts ML’s limited Spanish ability to the...]]>4492biden,chutkow,constitution,detroit,elrick,free,freep,kilpatrick,kwame,lions,michigan,pardon,pistons,press,trump,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: After overcoming the Lions’ efforts to derail his annual outdoor charity hockey game at Clark Park, the weather joined the conspiracy to ruin ML’s best-laid plans. Luckily, the rain ended and the game went on. To learn more about the game and how you can support kids hit this link.

Our favorite member of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish is Jake Tafelski, a backup running back at Central Michigan University who entered the transfer portal and made a major upgrade to South Bend. His proud papa zooms in to talk about his son’s amazing journey, what it was like to follow the Irish on their way to the national championship game and to seemingly mention everyone he can think of before ML butts in.

Do college football players still go to class when they’re chasing a championship? Tom Tafelski tackles this question and addresses several other challenges facing college athletes and their families.

ML generously offers to take on the burden of travel and everything else that goes with chasing a championship, but Marc is skeptical that ML’s Michigan State Spartans will help him make good on his offer.

Shawn is frustrated that ML wants to talk college hockey — including a shoutout to the formidable Western Michigan University Broncos — before the talk turns to the Lions.

Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history, was the last Lions coordinator to leave for a head coaching job, back in the 1960s. ML, the ultimate authority on all things Lions, asks Marc and Shawn if they can name the last Lions head coach to get another head coaching job after leaving Detroit. They were stumped. Do YOU know the answer?

Shawn says Dan Campbell showed more grit than Marc, who left the Lions game before it was over. Shawn says tears came to Mr. Grit’s eyes as he reflected on what could have been.

Marc and Shawn praise Campbell for taking responsibility for the Lions’ loss, then challenge ML to face the Lions coach. ML says he’s willing to do it, even if he has to take on the Bernsteins, too.

ML was reunited with Christine Beatty at Saunteel Jenkins’ mayoral kickoff last week. But he didn’t get any answer when he asked what role Kwame Kilpatrick’s former chief of staff and lover would play in the Jenkins campaign. Read all about that and ML’s take on some of the grandiose claims being made by mayoral candidates in his latest On Guard column for the Free Press. 

Can’t access this journalistic gem? Subscribe to the Free Press. It’s dirt cheap! Hit this link to get a deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: Elected officials who say one thing and do another are this week’s geeks. (We know; that doesn’t narrow it down much! So we offer a few high profile examples.)

ROOM 7609: The wildfires in LA have Todd turning to Yazoo and “State Farm” as both his geek of the week and guests in the New Wave suite. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: A pastor with a kingsize suburban crib who just moved to Detroit to run for mayor stimulated at least one of your inquiring minds. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63788394Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:08:25 +0000ML ElrickShawn says he saw Dan Campbell weep after the Commanders mastered the Lions, which didn’t bother ML, who considered cursing them after they messed up his charity hockey game. Marc is appalled. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: After overcoming the Lions’ efforts to derail his annual outdoor charity hockey game at Clark Park, the weather joined the conspiracy to ruin ML’s best-laid plans. Luckily, the rain ended and the game went on. To learn more about the game and how you can support kids hit this link.

Our favorite member of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish is Jake Tafelski, a backup running back at Central Michigan University who entered the transfer portal and made a major upgrade to South Bend. His proud papa zooms in to talk about his son’s amazing journey, what it was like to follow the Irish on their way to the national championship game and to seemingly mention everyone he can think of before ML butts in.

Do college football players still go to class when they’re chasing a championship? Tom Tafelski tackles this question and addresses several other challenges facing college athletes and their families.

ML generously offers to take on the burden of travel and everything else that goes with chasing a championship, but Marc is skeptical that ML’s Michigan State Spartans will help him make good on his offer.

Shawn is frustrated that ML wants to talk college hockey — including a shoutout to the formidable Western Michigan University Broncos — before the talk turns to the Lions.

Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history, was the last Lions coordinator to leave for a head coaching job, back in the 1960s. ML, the ultimate authority on all things Lions, asks Marc and Shawn if they can name the last Lions head coach to get another head coaching job after leaving Detroit. They were stumped. Do YOU know the answer?

Shawn says Dan Campbell showed more grit than Marc, who left the Lions game before it was over. Shawn says tears came to Mr. Grit’s eyes as he reflected on what could have been.

Marc and Shawn praise Campbell for taking responsibility for the Lions’ loss, then challenge ML to face the Lions coach. ML says he’s willing to do it, even if he has to take on the Bernsteins, too.

ML was reunited with Christine Beatty at Saunteel Jenkins’ mayoral kickoff last week. But he didn’t get any answer when he asked what role Kwame Kilpatrick’s former chief of staff and lover would play in the Jenkins campaign. Read all about that and ML’s take on some of the grandiose claims being made by mayoral candidates in his latest On Guard column for the Free Press. 

Can’t access this journalistic gem? Subscribe to the Free Press. It’s dirt cheap! Hit this link to get a deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Elected officials who say one thing and do another are this week’s geeks. (We know; that doesn’t narrow it down much! So we offer a few high profile examples.)

ROOM 7609: The...]]>4969campbell,championship,dame,dan,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,freep,goff,lions,michigan,notre,ohio,osu,press,state,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since ML and Mike Rataj dominated the news with their spirited legal discussion during the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial. That fracas resulted in ML being known to Drew and Mike listeners as a “piece of garbage” and the creation of a charity hockey game that marks its 10th anniversary on Saturday. To learn more about the game and how you can support kids hit this link.

Just as ML was preparing to board the Lions bandwagon, he was awakened by a phone call informing him the Leo’s first playoff game would take place at almost the exact same time as his charity hockey game. Listen and learn about the chaos that ensued. (Spoiler alert: The game will now be played at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Come out for the fun!)

Would Donald Trump make Kwame Kilpatrick the top federal prosecutor in Detroit? Mike defended Kilpatrick’s best bud Bobby Ferguson during the public corruption trial, but says watching Kilpatrick stump for Trump hit him hard.

ML surprises Mike with the inside story of the role the FBI played in the feds’ decision to prosecute Kilpatrick for public corruption after he resigned as mayor of Detroit. It’s a long story, well-told!

Marc wonders if it’s time to start celebrating “January in the D.” The Wings and Lions are undefeated in January, and the Pistons have only lost one game. MSU and U-M are doing pretty well, too!

Shawn zooms in and asks the question U-M and MSU fans dread: Who would you rather see win the national championship in college football — Notre Dame or Ohio State?

Shawn hypes the Free Press’ inside look at the Lions’ turnaround. Here is a link to Jeff Seidel’s first installment in the series.

ML and Marc discuss the $100k Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald spent on PR firms after taking on the Ethan Crumbley case. Read all about it here.

Can’t access these journalistic gems? Subscribe to the Free Press. It’s dirt cheap! Hit this link to get the deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML faults public figures who blame the media for their PR problems, but don’t blame their moms, who said some of the same things. Shawn reaches back to the 70s for a mind-sticker GOW.

ROOM 7609: For the holidays, renaissance man Mr. Magoo offers the Hoodoo Guru’s “Tojo” — a tune that has a message that may resonate even more after Christmas. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Duggan’s Democratic roots and the future of the RenCen are on your mind. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63691140Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:09:11 +0000ML ElrickMike Rataj and the Piece of Garbage reunite to reminisce about the origin of their charity hockey game at Clark Park after Marc comes up with the perfect intro and before Shawn zooms in. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since ML and Mike Rataj dominated the news with their spirited legal discussion during the Kwame Kilpatrick corruption trial. That fracas resulted in ML being known to Drew and Mike listeners as a “piece of garbage” and the creation of a charity hockey game that marks its 10th anniversary on Saturday. To learn more about the game and how you can support kids hit this link.

Just as ML was preparing to board the Lions bandwagon, he was awakened by a phone call informing him the Leo’s first playoff game would take place at almost the exact same time as his charity hockey game. Listen and learn about the chaos that ensued. (Spoiler alert: The game will now be played at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Come out for the fun!)

Would Donald Trump make Kwame Kilpatrick the top federal prosecutor in Detroit? Mike defended Kilpatrick’s best bud Bobby Ferguson during the public corruption trial, but says watching Kilpatrick stump for Trump hit him hard.

ML surprises Mike with the inside story of the role the FBI played in the feds’ decision to prosecute Kilpatrick for public corruption after he resigned as mayor of Detroit. It’s a long story, well-told!

Marc wonders if it’s time to start celebrating “January in the D.” The Wings and Lions are undefeated in January, and the Pistons have only lost one game. MSU and U-M are doing pretty well, too!

Shawn zooms in and asks the question U-M and MSU fans dread: Who would you rather see win the national championship in college football — Notre Dame or Ohio State?

Shawn hypes the Free Press’ inside look at the Lions’ turnaround. Here is a link to Jeff Seidel’s first installment in the series.

ML and Marc discuss the $100k Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald spent on PR firms after taking on the Ethan Crumbley case. Read all about it here.

Can’t access these journalistic gems? Subscribe to the Free Press. It’s dirt cheap! Hit this link to get the deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML faults public figures who blame the media for their PR problems, but don’t blame their moms, who said some of the same things. Shawn reaches back to the 70s for a mind-sticker GOW.

ROOM 7609: For the holidays, renaissance man Mr. Magoo offers the Hoodoo Guru’s “Tojo” — a tune that has a message that may resonate even more after Christmas. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to 4353clark,detroit,elrick,hockey,kilpatrick,lions,michigan,mike,nfl,park,rataj,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: The jackass is one of the symbols of the Democratic Party ginned up by cartoonist Thomas Nast more than a century ago. Some folks think it’s an especially apt mascot after the Democrats lost Michigan to Donald Trump and lost control of the Michigan House in the 2024 election. Mark Ludwig and Al “BJ” Williams drop by to talk about their plan to save the “People’s Party.”

ML and Marc – with a “c” – ask Mark and Al if the Democrats are “too woke to win.” Listen for their take on how the party can be inclusive without alienating folks who are sick of worrying about which pronoun to use.

Curtis Hertel – a former state senator and congressional candidate – is the third candidate for Michigan Democratic Party chairman. He could not join the show, which is too bad because Mark – with a K – and Al had plenty to say about their opponent.

Al and Mark concede that Hertel, who is Whitmer’s pick for party chair, will be able to raise a lot of money. But they say it will take more than money to fix the party. ML challenges their assertion.

Mark says Democrats have a message problem because they forget it’s about “the economy, stupid.” Al says they spend too much time playing defense, too. Then they team up to beat up Whitmer, who Al says gave up on winning Michigan after President Joe Biden’s debate with Donald Trump.

After wailing on Whitmer, Mark and Al team up to beat up on Mike Duggan, who they call an imposter and a traitor who sent his son to steal their secrets. And that’s only part of their beef with Detroit’s mayor.

Mark and Al are competing for party chair. But not really. Confused? Join the club. ML asks them to explain how they’re rivals, but not rivals. And asks how they’ll decide “who gets to be on top?” ML got flak from Whitmer’s communications team after one of his last columns, a tale he told in one of his next columns. Read all about it here.

Lion fever has gotten so bad that it’s messing with ML’s hockey league. Shawn writes all about it in one of his latest columns Get it here.

Can’t access these journalistic gems? Subscribe to the Free Press for just $25 for 2 years. Hit this link to get the deal.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML picks a Meta geek of the week.

ROOM 7609: Mark sounds an Alarm with a New Wave selection that also sums up his view of the Democratic Party leadership that he feels has “Sold Me Down the River.” He also has a crazy story about blueberries and a Geo Metro. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: A nuclear sub officer, a media critic, a James Bond fan and Muppet maven send messages. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!  When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!  Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63604246Tue, 07 Jan 2025 19:23:40 +0000ML ElrickMike Duggan and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer take some friendly fire when a couple of jackasses join ML and Marc – and by “jackasses,” we mean Democrats. STRAIGHT DOPE: The jackass is one of the symbols of the Democratic Party ginned up by cartoonist Thomas...
STRAIGHT DOPE: The jackass is one of the symbols of the Democratic Party ginned up by cartoonist Thomas Nast more than a century ago. Some folks think it’s an especially apt mascot after the Democrats lost Michigan to Donald Trump and lost control of the Michigan House in the 2024 election. Mark Ludwig and Al “BJ” Williams drop by to talk about their plan to save the “People’s Party.”

ML and Marc – with a “c” – ask Mark and Al if the Democrats are “too woke to win.” Listen for their take on how the party can be inclusive without alienating folks who are sick of worrying about which pronoun to use.

Curtis Hertel – a former state senator and congressional candidate – is the third candidate for Michigan Democratic Party chairman. He could not join the show, which is too bad because Mark – with a K – and Al had plenty to say about their opponent.

Al and Mark concede that Hertel, who is Whitmer’s pick for party chair, will be able to raise a lot of money. But they say it will take more than money to fix the party. ML challenges their assertion.

Mark says Democrats have a message problem because they forget it’s about “the economy, stupid.” Al says they spend too much time playing defense, too. Then they team up to beat up Whitmer, who Al says gave up on winning Michigan after President Joe Biden’s debate with Donald Trump.

After wailing on Whitmer, Mark and Al team up to beat up on Mike Duggan, who they call an imposter and a traitor who sent his son to steal their secrets. And that’s only part of their beef with Detroit’s mayor.

Mark and Al are competing for party chair. But not really. Confused? Join the club. ML asks them to explain how they’re rivals, but not rivals. And asks how they’ll decide “who gets to be on top?” ML got flak from Whitmer’s communications team after one of his last columns, a tale he told in one of his next columns. Read all about it here.

Lion fever has gotten so bad that it’s messing with ML’s hockey league. Shawn writes all about it in one of his latest columns Get it here.

Can’t access these journalistic gems? Subscribe to the Free Press for just $25 for 2 years. Hit this link to get the deal.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML picks a Meta geek of the week.

ROOM 7609: Mark sounds an Alarm with a New Wave selection that also sums up his view of the Democratic Party leadership that he feels has “Sold Me Down the River.” He also has a crazy story about blueberries and a Geo Metro. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.4882chair,detroit,dnc,duggan,election,elrick,fox2,free,freep,hertel,lions,ludwig,michigan,party,press,whitmer,williams,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comSo check out this archived episode in which we help you find the best James Bond episodes.
Do we expect you to die? No, we expect you to listen.
And please consider becoming a soulmate. That's our Patreon supporters group. It keeps the show coming back every week.
We'll be back live next week.

THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Did you know the first James Bond was American? Did you know the first Bond girl married the son of a Detroit icon?  Listen and learn, my friends, listen and learn!

O.G.s ML and Shawn lead a discussion of which Bond movie is the best. Marc chimes in from the kid’s table as the boys work through the 24 official Bond movies — and two renegade films — in a bracket-style tournament. ML sets the seeds and awards the byes in the Connery, Moore, Brosnan and Craig regions.  

Before Daniel Craig made his Bond debut in “Casino Royale,” Peter Sellers, David Niven and, yes, Woody Allen played 007. ML explains. 

“Thunderball” and “Never Say Never Again” square off in the Connery region, where more than an obvious hair piece will decide which film advances. 

Shawn questions whether ML — much like chess grandmaster Kronsteen in “From Russia With Love”— has rigged the game by ensuring that only one Craig movie makes the Final Four.  

The boys discuss what role the first Bond you saw plays in determining which actor you prefer. ML is a Connery guy but, as usual, Shawn is hard to pin down. Marc likes Moore, but may like Craig more. 

Shawn waxes poetic on the camera’s love affair with Craig. ML concedes that, as Vesper Lynd noted, he has a great ass. (Craig, not Windsor!) 

Each actor puts his own stamp on Bond. The boys discuss some of the characteristics that makes each incarnation of Bond distinctive. 

The discussion turns to how Bond holds up over the years. There is also lots of great Bond trivia, such as how one of the most iconic Bond lines of all times hasn’t always been what you thought it was. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are any number of Bond villains who could qualify, but the villain who became an ally takes the honors. 

ROOM 7609: Many great NuWave bands — Blondie, Pet Shop Boys — created Bond theme songs that got passed over. Duran Duran and A-ha were among the NuWave acts that made the cut, so ML pulls an A-ha deep track to entertain guests in Room 7609.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63519399Tue, 31 Dec 2024 15:45:06 +0000ML ElrickDuring the holidays there are a lot of James Bond films on TV and not all of them are worth your time, but we value your time. So check out this archived episode in which we help you find the best James Bond episodes. Do we expect you to die? No, we...So check out this archived episode in which we help you find the best James Bond episodes.
Do we expect you to die? No, we expect you to listen.
And please consider becoming a soulmate. That's our Patreon supporters group. It keeps the show coming back every week.
We'll be back live next week.

THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Did you know the first James Bond was American? Did you know the first Bond girl married the son of a Detroit icon?  Listen and learn, my friends, listen and learn!

O.G.s ML and Shawn lead a discussion of which Bond movie is the best. Marc chimes in from the kid’s table as the boys work through the 24 official Bond movies — and two renegade films — in a bracket-style tournament. ML sets the seeds and awards the byes in the Connery, Moore, Brosnan and Craig regions.  

Before Daniel Craig made his Bond debut in “Casino Royale,” Peter Sellers, David Niven and, yes, Woody Allen played 007. ML explains. 

“Thunderball” and “Never Say Never Again” square off in the Connery region, where more than an obvious hair piece will decide which film advances. 

Shawn questions whether ML — much like chess grandmaster Kronsteen in “From Russia With Love”— has rigged the game by ensuring that only one Craig movie makes the Final Four.  

The boys discuss what role the first Bond you saw plays in determining which actor you prefer. ML is a Connery guy but, as usual, Shawn is hard to pin down. Marc likes Moore, but may like Craig more. 

Shawn waxes poetic on the camera’s love affair with Craig. ML concedes that, as Vesper Lynd noted, he has a great ass. (Craig, not Windsor!) 

Each actor puts his own stamp on Bond. The boys discuss some of the characteristics that makes each incarnation of Bond distinctive. 

The discussion turns to how Bond holds up over the years. There is also lots of great Bond trivia, such as how one of the most iconic Bond lines of all times hasn’t always been what you thought it was. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are any number of Bond villains who could qualify, but the villain who became an ally takes the honors. 

ROOM 7609: Many great NuWave bands — Blondie, Pet Shop Boys — created Bond theme songs that got passed over. Duran Duran and A-ha were among the NuWave acts that made the cut, so ML pulls an A-ha deep track to entertain guests in Room 7609.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3517007,bond,detroit,elrick,free,freep,james,michigan,movies,new,press,windsor,wjr,wrif,yearfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc helps those of you who still have hard-to-please people on your Christmas list by offering his suggestion for the gift everyone wants. Then ML tells listeners how they can give it to the show!

“It’s a Wonderful Life” is the “Shawshank Redemption” of holiday movies – ALWAYS ON. Marc asks ML for his take on the Jimmy Stewart classic, and instead ML makes it all about him, plugging a parody version he once did for Fox 2. Get the bell ready!

When was “It’s a Wonderful Life” made – and who doesn’t like it? Our Mr. Potter, Shawn Windsor, chimes in with answers to both burning questions.

Who doesn’t like the original Dr. Suess “Grinch Who Stole Christmas?”

As the crew prepares to discuss holiday movies, ML immediately eliminates all Rankin Bass shows from consideration – possibly because he looks like Hermy the Elf from “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Marc gets a shot in at “Frosty” before the embargo is in place.

Guess where ML says Shawn and his wife went after they dropped their kids off at the movie theater to watch a holiday classic.

ML hates – HATES – “Home Alone.” And he's not alone on this. Listen and learn why.

Do you love “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?” Hear what ML, Marc and Shawn have to say about this fruitcake of a film.

Shawn offers the first of a series of non-traditional Christmas movies the crew discusses and debates. Get the crew’s take on “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang,” Diehard,” “Less Than Zero” – and more!

ML tries to turn the Christmas movie discussion into a holiday movie discussion by nominating a Jame Lee Curtis film as the best holiday movie ever. Marc and Shawn stop him in his tracks, but not before Marc mentions a Halloween movie masquerading as a Christmas movie.

Is Christmas Day an appropriate time to go to the movies? ML, Marc and Shawn reminisce and reason why it’s ok to sneak off to a dark theater on Jesus’ birthday.

The gang doesn’t agree on much, but they all love “Elf.” They fail to reach a consensus on Vince Vaughn.

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GEEK OF THE WEEK: The rich folks who deep fried their mansion instead of a turkey are this week’s geeks. ML offers some safety tips to help make sure it doesn’t happen to you, too.

ROOM 7609: Are we not elves? That’s the question DEVO has us asking as we book them into the New Wave suite to perform “Merry Something To You.” You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Question for you: Is “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” a holiday movie? We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63449686Tue, 24 Dec 2024 14:46:08 +0000ML ElrickLet ML, Marc and Shawn keep you company as you do last-minute shopping or try to pick out the perfect Christmas movie. STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc helps those of you who still have hard-to-please people on your Christmas list by offering his suggestion for...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc helps those of you who still have hard-to-please people on your Christmas list by offering his suggestion for the gift everyone wants. Then ML tells listeners how they can give it to the show!

“It’s a Wonderful Life” is the “Shawshank Redemption” of holiday movies – ALWAYS ON. Marc asks ML for his take on the Jimmy Stewart classic, and instead ML makes it all about him, plugging a parody version he once did for Fox 2. Get the bell ready!

When was “It’s a Wonderful Life” made – and who doesn’t like it? Our Mr. Potter, Shawn Windsor, chimes in with answers to both burning questions.

Who doesn’t like the original Dr. Suess “Grinch Who Stole Christmas?”

As the crew prepares to discuss holiday movies, ML immediately eliminates all Rankin Bass shows from consideration – possibly because he looks like Hermy the Elf from “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” Marc gets a shot in at “Frosty” before the embargo is in place.

Guess where ML says Shawn and his wife went after they dropped their kids off at the movie theater to watch a holiday classic.

ML hates – HATES – “Home Alone.” And he's not alone on this. Listen and learn why.

Do you love “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?” Hear what ML, Marc and Shawn have to say about this fruitcake of a film.

Shawn offers the first of a series of non-traditional Christmas movies the crew discusses and debates. Get the crew’s take on “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang,” Diehard,” “Less Than Zero” – and more!

ML tries to turn the Christmas movie discussion into a holiday movie discussion by nominating a Jame Lee Curtis film as the best holiday movie ever. Marc and Shawn stop him in his tracks, but not before Marc mentions a Halloween movie masquerading as a Christmas movie.

Is Christmas Day an appropriate time to go to the movies? ML, Marc and Shawn reminisce and reason why it’s ok to sneak off to a dark theater on Jesus’ birthday.

The gang doesn’t agree on much, but they all love “Elf.” They fail to reach a consensus on Vince Vaughn.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon


GEEK OF THE WEEK: The rich folks who deep fried their mansion instead of a turkey are this week’s geeks. ML offers some safety tips to help make sure it doesn’t happen to you, too.

ROOM 7609: Are we not elves? That’s the question DEVO has us asking as we book them into the New Wave suite to perform “Merry Something To You.” You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Question for you: Is “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service” a holiday movie? We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is...]]>2764alone,christmas,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,home,lions,michigan,movies,press,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Steve Platto – and Marc – watched a show about Robin Williams that mentioned how he once lived in Detroit. That prompted each of them to dig into William’s time in metro Detroit. But only Steve wrote a book about what he found. Get your copy of “Motor City Famous” here.

Steve put 2,300 miles on his car finding out where celebrities with ties to Detroit lived, hung out and are buried. But he didn’t know about Eddie Cicotte, who ML asks about it. Listen and learn who Eddie was, where he’s buried – and why he’s infamous.

Find out where Eminem and Malcolm X lived in Detroit – and what happened to their homes (spoiler alert: One was demolished and the other will be a museum).

Did you know Gumby’s creator came from Detroit? Steve tells us about the famous-but-not-famous who made the cut for his book.

Find out where to meet Steve on Saturday (12/21) to buy his book and get it signed – just in time for the holidays!

Are the Lions toast? Shawn says “No!” Read his latest missive here.

ML offers Shawn a great Lions story. Will he do it? Subscribe to the Free Press and find out! It’s only $25 for 2 years. Hit this link to get the deal.

The mayor’s race is ON! Get ML’s take on the early frontrunner – and some of the challenges she’ll face. Read all about it here.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Vandals who apparently thought Ebeneezer Scrooge was REAL, and who didn’t know he turned out to be a good dude, are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Will gets his wish – for a mere $2.50 – as we book Highly Suspect into the New Wave suite to cover “Send Me An Angel.” You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: ML’s imbibing, J. Peterman and a listener sets ML straight on a newsmaker. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63357164Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:16:06 +0000ML ElrickFind out which McDonald’s Snoop Dogg worked at in metro Detroit, where Jimmy Hoffa made his last call home and why Michael Jackson has a headstone in Detroit, even though he’s not buried here, when author Steve Platto joins ML and Marc … before Shawn...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Steve Platto – and Marc – watched a show about Robin Williams that mentioned how he once lived in Detroit. That prompted each of them to dig into William’s time in metro Detroit. But only Steve wrote a book about what he found. Get your copy of “Motor City Famous” here.

Steve put 2,300 miles on his car finding out where celebrities with ties to Detroit lived, hung out and are buried. But he didn’t know about Eddie Cicotte, who ML asks about it. Listen and learn who Eddie was, where he’s buried – and why he’s infamous.

Find out where Eminem and Malcolm X lived in Detroit – and what happened to their homes (spoiler alert: One was demolished and the other will be a museum).

Did you know Gumby’s creator came from Detroit? Steve tells us about the famous-but-not-famous who made the cut for his book.

Find out where to meet Steve on Saturday (12/21) to buy his book and get it signed – just in time for the holidays!

Are the Lions toast? Shawn says “No!” Read his latest missive here.

ML offers Shawn a great Lions story. Will he do it? Subscribe to the Free Press and find out! It’s only $25 for 2 years. Hit this link to get the deal.

The mayor’s race is ON! Get ML’s take on the early frontrunner – and some of the challenges she’ll face. Read all about it here.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Vandals who apparently thought Ebeneezer Scrooge was REAL, and who didn’t know he turned out to be a good dude, are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Will gets his wish – for a mere $2.50 – as we book Highly Suspect into the New Wave suite to cover “Send Me An Angel.” You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: ML’s imbibing, J. Peterman and a listener sets ML straight on a newsmaker. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the...]]>4209celebrities,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,gravesite,homes,house,michigan,platto,press,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Buy merch! Buy merch! Buy merch! Our online store closes TUESDAY DECEMBER 10th at 10 PM.

ML shouldn’t be here, but after the Indian government TWICE denied him a visa to attend the wedding of a guy he met while riding motorcycles in Costa Rica, he has no place else to go! Listen and learn why he got denied.

Since he’s stuck stateside, ML plans to attend the mayoral campaign kick-off for Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield. Marc starts to ask about Mike Duggan’s surprise announcement that he will run for governor as an independent, when Shawn hijacks the conversation to ask about “whores.”

Eminem’s mother Debbie Mathers' passing last week had ML reminiscing about his many interactions with the rapper’s mother and uncle over the years. He shares stories about Debbie’s chronic pain, addiction and litigious nature – much of which inspired her son’s music.

Shawn says ML’s Eminem stories helped launch his career at the Free Press, but ML recalls how his Eminem story almost ended his career at the Free Press. His brush with career death followed another near miss over his stories about Kid Rock for Rolling Stone’s website. To read the story that nearly cost ML his job, click here.

Shawn shares stories about when he got in trouble at the Free Press. Now that he’s redeemed himself, check out one of his latest columns here.

Marc almost got canned, too, for forgetting to do something that landed him in Doug Podell’s office where he was told he could be replaced any time with the warning: “I’ve got a stack of resumes right here!”

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Nitwits who endangered bear cubs because they thought they would look cute in a photo are this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: As predicted earlier in the show, Shawn forgot that he had a selection for the New Wave suite – but ML shows how he never forgets anything when he asks Marc to cue up “Lies” by the Thompson Twins. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK: JD and Will weigh in before Hannah sparks a spirited discussion about the fate of the Renaissance Center. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).
If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63256915Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:23:12 +0000ML ElrickHear how ML’s stories about Eminem and Kid Rock almost got him fired from the Free Press as Shawn, Marc and ML discuss their brushes with career death. STRAIGHT DOPE: Buy merch! Buy merch! Buy merch! Our online store closes TUESDAY DECEMBER 10th at...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Buy merch! Buy merch! Buy merch! Our online store closes TUESDAY DECEMBER 10th at 10 PM.

ML shouldn’t be here, but after the Indian government TWICE denied him a visa to attend the wedding of a guy he met while riding motorcycles in Costa Rica, he has no place else to go! Listen and learn why he got denied.

Since he’s stuck stateside, ML plans to attend the mayoral campaign kick-off for Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield. Marc starts to ask about Mike Duggan’s surprise announcement that he will run for governor as an independent, when Shawn hijacks the conversation to ask about “whores.”

Eminem’s mother Debbie Mathers' passing last week had ML reminiscing about his many interactions with the rapper’s mother and uncle over the years. He shares stories about Debbie’s chronic pain, addiction and litigious nature – much of which inspired her son’s music.

Shawn says ML’s Eminem stories helped launch his career at the Free Press, but ML recalls how his Eminem story almost ended his career at the Free Press. His brush with career death followed another near miss over his stories about Kid Rock for Rolling Stone’s website. To read the story that nearly cost ML his job, click here.

Shawn shares stories about when he got in trouble at the Free Press. Now that he’s redeemed himself, check out one of his latest columns here.

Marc almost got canned, too, for forgetting to do something that landed him in Doug Podell’s office where he was told he could be replaced any time with the warning: “I’ve got a stack of resumes right here!”

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Nitwits who endangered bear cubs because they thought they would look cute in a photo are this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: As predicted earlier in the show, Shawn forgot that he had a selection for the New Wave suite – but ML shows how he never forgets anything when he asks Marc to cue up “Lies” by the Thompson Twins. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK: JD and Will weigh in before Hannah sparks a spirited discussion about the fate of the Renaissance Center. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at 4190boss,detroit,elrick,fired,fox,free,lions,michigan,press,windsor,wjbk,wrif,yellingfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Before we start raising money for kids, ML tries to raise money for the show by pushing Soul of Detroit merch. We’ll take orders until Dec. 10, and purchases ship before the holidays. Here’s how to get your order in.

If you’re wondering where Erika Erickson has been, she’s STILL working the dayshift at WDIV-TV (Channel 4), so she won’t back with us until January. But we hope you’ll still listen to Marc, Shawn, me ... and whoever else we can drag into Drew’s basement!  

Every year ML, Marc and a host of local media and sports luminaries tend bar at The Lodge in Keego Harbor to raise money for children’s charities. The Killer Cares event started as Matt Riley’s tribute to the late, great Oakland Press sportswriter Tom "Killer" Kowalski. Find out more about how you can come out to meet us and support the kids here.

Dan Wetzel drops by to talk about The Big Game, but first Marc asks him about the story he wrote about Tate Myre, one of the Oxford High School students killed by a classmate. It’s an amazing story about a young man with new talent and old values. Read it for yourself here.

ML dreaded this moment, but the conversation turns to the foot-brawl game in Columbus where Xichigan beat the Team Down South. Shawn says the game has become so toxic that OSU Coach Ryan Day can’t handle it. Get Shawn’s take here.

The sports guys wax and wane about the game while ML tries to keep his head from exploding. He finally loses it when the discussion – once again! – turns to NIL and money in college sports.

Not surprisingly, ML thinks the UM-OSU game was hard to watch because the football was terrible and ended as many games do, with the Wolverines in a scuffle and blaming everyone else. Surprisingly, one of the other folks on the show agrees with him – but only about the game.

ML issues an apology to listeners, and salutes his favorite Michigan sportswriter. Listen and hear all about it!

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter makes him this week’s geek – a choice so obvious even Shawn agrees!

ROOM 7609: In honor of Killer Cares, and Marc, ML books Radiohead into the New Wave suite to perform “Killer Cars.” Then Marc explains why Thom Yorke hates cars so much!  You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Listener Dan wants ML and Mike Valenti to get together to talk Spartan football. ML doesn’t wait for the 97.1 FM grouch to make his feelings felt. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63132036Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:41:01 +0000ML ElrickDan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports joins Marc and Shawn to talk college football, throwing ML into a frenzy. But first, Matt Riley drops in to hype his annual Killer Cares fundraiser for kids. STRAIGHT...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Before we start raising money for kids, ML tries to raise money for the show by pushing Soul of Detroit merch. We’ll take orders until Dec. 10, and purchases ship before the holidays. Here’s how to get your order in.

If you’re wondering where Erika Erickson has been, she’s STILL working the dayshift at WDIV-TV (Channel 4), so she won’t back with us until January. But we hope you’ll still listen to Marc, Shawn, me ... and whoever else we can drag into Drew’s basement!  

Every year ML, Marc and a host of local media and sports luminaries tend bar at The Lodge in Keego Harbor to raise money for children’s charities. The Killer Cares event started as Matt Riley’s tribute to the late, great Oakland Press sportswriter Tom "Killer" Kowalski. Find out more about how you can come out to meet us and support the kids here.

Dan Wetzel drops by to talk about The Big Game, but first Marc asks him about the story he wrote about Tate Myre, one of the Oxford High School students killed by a classmate. It’s an amazing story about a young man with new talent and old values. Read it for yourself here.

ML dreaded this moment, but the conversation turns to the foot-brawl game in Columbus where Xichigan beat the Team Down South. Shawn says the game has become so toxic that OSU Coach Ryan Day can’t handle it. Get Shawn’s take here.

The sports guys wax and wane about the game while ML tries to keep his head from exploding. He finally loses it when the discussion – once again! – turns to NIL and money in college sports.

Not surprisingly, ML thinks the UM-OSU game was hard to watch because the football was terrible and ended as many games do, with the Wolverines in a scuffle and blaming everyone else. Surprisingly, one of the other folks on the show agrees with him – but only about the game.

ML issues an apology to listeners, and salutes his favorite Michigan sportswriter. Listen and hear all about it!

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter makes him this week’s geek – a choice so obvious even Shawn agrees!

ROOM 7609: In honor of Killer Cares, and Marc, ML books Radiohead into the New Wave suite to perform “Killer Cars.” Then Marc explains why Thom Yorke hates cars so much!  You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Listener Dan wants ML and Mike Valenti to get together to talk Spartan football. ML doesn’t wait for the 97.1 FM grouch to make his feelings felt. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Alan L. Lee – don’t forget the L – had the sweetest gig in all of journalism, working for a newspaper and television station in St. Thomas, driving a company car, hanging out on the beach, spying Playboy models visiting for a photo shoot, but he STILL wasn’t satisfied. So he took a behind-the-scenes gig in Chicago, at WMAQ (Channel 5), then got back on the air in Evansville, Indiana before heading to Washington, D.C. before landing in Detroit at WJBK-TV (Channel 2), where he would eventually launch the juggernaut Fox 2 Morning show. STILL not satisfied, Alan chucked it all to write spy novels.Alan says there are no sharks or snakes in the Virgin Islands. He explains.
Taking risks is nothing new to Alan. Back when he was a student reporter at Purdue University, when everyone else was afraid of bombastic Indiana Hoosiers coach Bobby Knight, Alan made an unexpected friend when he was the only reporter to rise to Knight’s challenge.
It seems like everyone has big local morning news shows, but Alan set the pace at Fox 2. He talks about how he helped make the station, and his show, best in class – and set the standard for morning news across America.
Fox 2 once asked ML to fill in on the morning show. It was a mistake they didn’t make again. The reason? Two words: “Mistletoe belt.”
Alan met loads of famous people anchoring the morning show, but one of the most memorable moments involved Henry Kissinger doing the weather, a story that prompted Marc to bust out his killer Kissinger imitation.
ML and Alan discuss the most powerful man in Detroit media – and what he has in common with legendary Today Show weatherman Willard Scott.
Katie Couric’s comment about her cleavage caught Alan off-guard, just like he tried to keep Bryant Gumbel on his toes when they would chat on air.
Alan’s career as an author may have gotten a major boost when he met his idol, Robert Ludlum, early in his career. The bestselling author gave Alan a piece of advice he’s never forgotten. Listen and learn.
Alan has written two Alex Kove novels – “Sandstorm” and “Ashes to Ashes.” He tells ML and Marc what he had to go through to get a treasured blurb from Elmore Leonard for his first novel.
Hollywood meetings aren’t like normal meetings, as Alan learned after dressing up for his first encounter with movie moguls.
“Not enough sex.” That was the feedback Alan got on “Sandstorm.” So he fixed it. Check out his books here.
ML’s latest “On Guard” column digs into a county commissioner who will serve the first year of his new term while in prison. Read all about it here.
Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn questions ML’s choice of a multiple murderer for this week’s geek – just in time for the holidays!

ROOM 7609: For the first time EVER, ML plays a promo for a gig instead of a song. If you need tickets or you’d like to join him at a pre-party for The Smiths United “Thanksgiving is Murder” show on Wednesday, 11/27 at The Magic Bag, send an email to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com. You can also send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Tresa has a fan and a listener has a question about ML’s latest column. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63016998Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:59:14 +0000ML ElrickFox 2 Morning legend-turned-author Alan Lee tells ML and Marc how he went from a reporter in the Virgin Islands to Detroit TV news icon to thriller-writer taking meetings in Hollywood. Shawn, like Alan’s protagonist, zooms in from an undisclosed...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Alan L. Lee – don’t forget the L – had the sweetest gig in all of journalism, working for a newspaper and television station in St. Thomas, driving a company car, hanging out on the beach, spying Playboy models visiting for a photo shoot, but he STILL wasn’t satisfied. So he took a behind-the-scenes gig in Chicago, at WMAQ (Channel 5), then got back on the air in Evansville, Indiana before heading to Washington, D.C. before landing in Detroit at WJBK-TV (Channel 2), where he would eventually launch the juggernaut Fox 2 Morning show. STILL not satisfied, Alan chucked it all to write spy novels.Alan says there are no sharks or snakes in the Virgin Islands. He explains.
Taking risks is nothing new to Alan. Back when he was a student reporter at Purdue University, when everyone else was afraid of bombastic Indiana Hoosiers coach Bobby Knight, Alan made an unexpected friend when he was the only reporter to rise to Knight’s challenge.
It seems like everyone has big local morning news shows, but Alan set the pace at Fox 2. He talks about how he helped make the station, and his show, best in class – and set the standard for morning news across America.
Fox 2 once asked ML to fill in on the morning show. It was a mistake they didn’t make again. The reason? Two words: “Mistletoe belt.”
Alan met loads of famous people anchoring the morning show, but one of the most memorable moments involved Henry Kissinger doing the weather, a story that prompted Marc to bust out his killer Kissinger imitation.
ML and Alan discuss the most powerful man in Detroit media – and what he has in common with legendary Today Show weatherman Willard Scott.
Katie Couric’s comment about her cleavage caught Alan off-guard, just like he tried to keep Bryant Gumbel on his toes when they would chat on air.
Alan’s career as an author may have gotten a major boost when he met his idol, Robert Ludlum, early in his career. The bestselling author gave Alan a piece of advice he’s never forgotten. Listen and learn.
Alan has written two Alex Kove novels – “Sandstorm” and “Ashes to Ashes.” He tells ML and Marc what he had to go through to get a treasured blurb from Elmore Leonard for his first novel.
Hollywood meetings aren’t like normal meetings, as Alan learned after dressing up for his first encounter with movie moguls.
“Not enough sex.” That was the feedback Alan got on “Sandstorm.” So he fixed it. Check out his books here.
ML’s latest “On Guard” column digs into a county commissioner who will serve the first year of his new term while in prison. Read all about it here.
Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn questions ML’s choice of a multiple murderer for this week’s geek – just in time for the holidays!

ROOM 7609: For the first time EVER, ML plays a promo for a gig instead of a song. If you need tickets or you’d like to join him at a pre-party for The Smiths United...]]>5380alan,detroit,elrick,fox,fox2,free,freep,lee,michigan,news,press,sandstorm,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML considers starting the show with a discussion of his latest column, an expose on how the “naughty thoughts” of a Highland Park school board member caused the debt-laden district to pay out $1.8 million to its former chief executive, but realizes he better let his wife do the talking. Again. To read the column, click this link.

Shawn again objectifies ML, commenting on his appearance and penchant for skinny ties.

Salzburg is known as one of the most fun towns in Austria, which is why it’s especially puzzling that Shawn knows it for the salt times.

Tresa discusses the latest in the Oxford High School tragedy and a dispute over the role the Michigan attorney general may play in the case. Read one of her latest exclusives here.

Marc seizes the opportunity to do one of his favorite things: Dive deep into the legal implications of a case.

Do different officials have different subpoena powers? Tresa explains.

Shawn questions how responsible school officials, who oversee hundreds of students, should be held when one of the students acts out. A lively discussion ensues, involving how police and teachers don’t get the credit – and support – they deserve.

Tresa sets the record straight on something Oakland County officials said after the shooting that just wasn’t true. Listen and learn.

Shawn, who shares the sunny outlook of the former front man of The Smiths, disses Morrissey anyway.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK
Netflix is this week’s geek for its handling of the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight, but not before Shawn and Marc wax poetically over the decline of the Sweet Science.

ROOM 7609: ML’s fellow Smiths fan Kevin books Morrissey into the New Wave suite to perform a cover of “Trash,” then challenges the crew to guess who first recorded the post-punk classic. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Mike Duggan, Donald Trump and Mitch Albom are on listeners’ minds. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62817563Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:42:52 +0000ML ElrickProsecutors are debating over who should hold Oxford school officials accountable for the tragedy that happened at the high school. Free Press ace Tresa Baldas (and ML’s wife) joins Marc, Shawn and ML to discuss the latest developments, and how...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML considers starting the show with a discussion of his latest column, an expose on how the “naughty thoughts” of a Highland Park school board member caused the debt-laden district to pay out $1.8 million to its former chief executive, but realizes he better let his wife do the talking. Again. To read the column, click this link.

Shawn again objectifies ML, commenting on his appearance and penchant for skinny ties.

Salzburg is known as one of the most fun towns in Austria, which is why it’s especially puzzling that Shawn knows it for the salt times.

Tresa discusses the latest in the Oxford High School tragedy and a dispute over the role the Michigan attorney general may play in the case. Read one of her latest exclusives here.

Marc seizes the opportunity to do one of his favorite things: Dive deep into the legal implications of a case.

Do different officials have different subpoena powers? Tresa explains.

Shawn questions how responsible school officials, who oversee hundreds of students, should be held when one of the students acts out. A lively discussion ensues, involving how police and teachers don’t get the credit – and support – they deserve.

Tresa sets the record straight on something Oakland County officials said after the shooting that just wasn’t true. Listen and learn.

Shawn, who shares the sunny outlook of the former front man of The Smiths, disses Morrissey anyway.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK
Netflix is this week’s geek for its handling of the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight, but not before Shawn and Marc wax poetically over the decline of the Sweet Science.

ROOM 7609: ML’s fellow Smiths fan Kevin books Morrissey into the New Wave suite to perform a cover of “Trash,” then challenges the crew to guess who first recorded the post-punk classic. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Mike Duggan, Donald Trump and Mitch Albom are on listeners’ minds. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy...]]>5324baldas,crumbley,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,jake,mcdonald,michigan,ml,netflix,oxford,paul,press,tyson,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli Zaret is feeling salty after last week’s elections, offering hot takes on how the Democrats got owned. Men playing women’s sports, government-funded gender reassignment surgery and losing touch with working folks are just a few of the things he believes swung the election. Marc begs to differ on some of those issues, while ML says there are some topics Democrats never seem to get to work for them.

Eli, ML and Marc think the Democrats will be wandering the wilderness until they find a candidate who can reclaim the middle and shed the perception they’re catering to the elites. Eli and ML believe there is one politician who may be the Dems’ next Great White Hope. Listen and learn who they're talking about.

Shawn makes the scene and chimes in that Democrats are suffering because of things like universities offering students Lego rooms and other coping mechanisms for kids traumatized by … life. ML shares that he heard some professors at MSU cancelled classes the day after the election for students struggling with the election results.

The show goes under its own transformation … from politics to sports, as Eli sounds off on the Lions' latest amazing victory. (He and ML both missed it because they were already in bed -- but not in bed together!)

Shawn provides his latest account of Lions fans changing the way airlines operate and taking over flights. Even ML has noticed Lions’ fever, which manifested itself at a local establishment after his latest hockey game (a thrilling 2-1 Bulldogs victory!).

Eli recounts William Clay Ford’s takeover and mismanagement of the Lions – and the role WCF's daughter played in their ascension.

ML asks how much credit former Lions linebacker Chris Spielman deserves for the team’s success. Eli, Marc and Shawn sound off.

Eli says every team needs a genius – the owner, the general manager or the coach. Who is the Lions’ genius?

ML says on the show that he wrote in his show notes “Never-ending baseball talk.” This is that line. The Tigers talk is fine, but when Eli, Marc and Shawn keep rhapsodizing about the 1986 New York Mets, well, you know…

Marc lauds Shawn for nailing the score of the Lions-Texans game. Later, ML tries to give Shawn credit for his prognostication skills, then instantly regrets it.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Mattel’s epic gaffe that referred fans of its new “Wicked” product line to an entirely NSFW – or children – website wins this week’s Geek award.

ROOM 7609: Without any suggestions from listeners, ML dials up a tribute to Marc’s children with Julian Cope’s “Charlotte Anne.” No one is impressed. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Erik thinks the Spartans got rooked again and Sophia smells a conspiracy. ML tries to set the record straight while Drew’s printer and the rest of the crew conspire against him. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62708711Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:26:38 +0000ML ElrickEli Zaret visits to drop some wisdom on minor topics like the future of America and an even bigger deal: The future of the Detroit Lions. Then Shawn drops in to share more tales of his misspent youth. STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli Zaret is feeling salty after...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli Zaret is feeling salty after last week’s elections, offering hot takes on how the Democrats got owned. Men playing women’s sports, government-funded gender reassignment surgery and losing touch with working folks are just a few of the things he believes swung the election. Marc begs to differ on some of those issues, while ML says there are some topics Democrats never seem to get to work for them.

Eli, ML and Marc think the Democrats will be wandering the wilderness until they find a candidate who can reclaim the middle and shed the perception they’re catering to the elites. Eli and ML believe there is one politician who may be the Dems’ next Great White Hope. Listen and learn who they're talking about.

Shawn makes the scene and chimes in that Democrats are suffering because of things like universities offering students Lego rooms and other coping mechanisms for kids traumatized by … life. ML shares that he heard some professors at MSU cancelled classes the day after the election for students struggling with the election results.

The show goes under its own transformation … from politics to sports, as Eli sounds off on the Lions' latest amazing victory. (He and ML both missed it because they were already in bed -- but not in bed together!)

Shawn provides his latest account of Lions fans changing the way airlines operate and taking over flights. Even ML has noticed Lions’ fever, which manifested itself at a local establishment after his latest hockey game (a thrilling 2-1 Bulldogs victory!).

Eli recounts William Clay Ford’s takeover and mismanagement of the Lions – and the role WCF's daughter played in their ascension.

ML asks how much credit former Lions linebacker Chris Spielman deserves for the team’s success. Eli, Marc and Shawn sound off.

Eli says every team needs a genius – the owner, the general manager or the coach. Who is the Lions’ genius?

ML says on the show that he wrote in his show notes “Never-ending baseball talk.” This is that line. The Tigers talk is fine, but when Eli, Marc and Shawn keep rhapsodizing about the 1986 New York Mets, well, you know…

Marc lauds Shawn for nailing the score of the Lions-Texans game. Later, ML tries to give Shawn credit for his prognostication skills, then instantly regrets it.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Mattel’s epic gaffe that referred fans of its new “Wicked” product line to an entirely NSFW – or children – website wins this week’s Geek award.

ROOM 7609: Without any suggestions from listeners, ML dials up a tribute to Marc’s children with Julian Cope’s “Charlotte Anne.” No one is impressed. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Erik thinks the Spartans got rooked again and Sophia smells a conspiracy. ML tries to set the record straight while Drew’s printer and the rest of the crew conspire against him. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at 4678detroit,election,eli,elrick,fox2,free,freep,harris,kamala,lions,michigan,press,sports,tigers,trump,windsor,wrif,zaretfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: We’re trying to avoid politics on election day, but ML nevertheless makes a bold prediction. Then he takes credit for a prediction he made before the Donald Trump-Kamala Harris debate that was mostly right.

Well, THIS is embarrassing! On the same day last week’s show posted, in which ML says newspapers should get out of the endorsement game, the Free Press’ owners announced they were getting out of the announcement game! ML explains that he had NO IDEA that news was coming down on the same day he made his comments.

If you’re wondering why you’ve never heard a political ad on this show, it’s because our policy is not to take any ads – no matter how lucrative – from politicians. Local television stations, on the other hand, are RAKING IT IN!!!

Are you sick of all the texts and political propaganda? Marc isn’t. He explains why.

Shawn is back from Iron Mountain, where he stayed to cover the Detroit Lions-Green Bay Packers tilt. The reason? Cost. Listen and let us know what you think of the AMAZING deal he got on a flight.

Marc was too busy to go to Iron Mountain, which is handy, because he was BANNED from that corner of the U.P. back in high school. He explains.

Marc asks ML and Shawn to talk about their worst assignments from the road. ML shares a story that almost cost him his life. Shawn talks about hanging out on a boat in Greece with a bunch of 80-year-old dudes.

The way sports reporters file stories has changed dramatically, due to technological changes. ML and Shawn recount some of the challenges they had to overcome, including phone couplers and dictating stories long-distance while using an MCI calling card.

Dave Portnoy rears his ugly head, spurring a debate between ML and Marc over whether he’s evil or an evil genius -- or both.

A candidate for the Michigan House made a bundle on Only Fans back in 2022. A discussion over whether being a sex worker should disqualify a candidate morphs into a discussion over the difference between loving porn and the other 99 percent of it.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: Poor losers win this week’s geek award.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo is spot on with his choice of “Politicians in My Eyes” by Death, a great tune from a fantastic band with an even better story – and best of all, they’re local! Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Tom misses Erika and hates us. Kim just hates the media. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62626029Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:49:53 +0000ML ElrickAn Only Fans creator running for office, a bold prediction, election deniers and ML reflects on the reaction to the night he got stomped as ML, Marc and Shawn try to avoid talking politics on the most political day of the year! STRAIGHT DOPE: We’re...
STRAIGHT DOPE: We’re trying to avoid politics on election day, but ML nevertheless makes a bold prediction. Then he takes credit for a prediction he made before the Donald Trump-Kamala Harris debate that was mostly right.

Well, THIS is embarrassing! On the same day last week’s show posted, in which ML says newspapers should get out of the endorsement game, the Free Press’ owners announced they were getting out of the announcement game! ML explains that he had NO IDEA that news was coming down on the same day he made his comments.

If you’re wondering why you’ve never heard a political ad on this show, it’s because our policy is not to take any ads – no matter how lucrative – from politicians. Local television stations, on the other hand, are RAKING IT IN!!!

Are you sick of all the texts and political propaganda? Marc isn’t. He explains why.

Shawn is back from Iron Mountain, where he stayed to cover the Detroit Lions-Green Bay Packers tilt. The reason? Cost. Listen and let us know what you think of the AMAZING deal he got on a flight.

Marc was too busy to go to Iron Mountain, which is handy, because he was BANNED from that corner of the U.P. back in high school. He explains.

Marc asks ML and Shawn to talk about their worst assignments from the road. ML shares a story that almost cost him his life. Shawn talks about hanging out on a boat in Greece with a bunch of 80-year-old dudes.

The way sports reporters file stories has changed dramatically, due to technological changes. ML and Shawn recount some of the challenges they had to overcome, including phone couplers and dictating stories long-distance while using an MCI calling card.

Dave Portnoy rears his ugly head, spurring a debate between ML and Marc over whether he’s evil or an evil genius -- or both.

A candidate for the Michigan House made a bundle on Only Fans back in 2022. A discussion over whether being a sex worker should disqualify a candidate morphs into a discussion over the difference between loving porn and the other 99 percent of it.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: Poor losers win this week’s geek award.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo is spot on with his choice of “Politicians in My Eyes” by Death, a great tune from a fantastic band with an even better story – and best of all, they’re local! Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Tom misses Erika and hates us. Kim just hates the media. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our...]]>4788deadline,detroit,election,elrick,fox,fox2,free,freep,harris,kamala,lions,michigan,msu,press,spartans,trump,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: We start today’s report with some very good news: Erika Erickson is returning to our local airwaves when she becomes the nightside reporter at WDIV-TV, in a clear attempt by Local 4 to make amends for depriving the viewing public of ML 17 years ago.

ML goes behind enemy lines to party at Duggan Fife and Matt Riley’s epic tailgates. It was a great start to a day that didn’t end the way he hoped – and expected.

The crew debates the Washington Post’s decision NOT to endorse a candidate in the presidential election. Marc thinks it’s a good call, but you may be surprised by long-time newspapermen ML and Shawn’s take on this controversial topic.

Marc asks who serves on the editorial boards who make the decision on who to endorse. ML and Shawn offer insights.

Ronald Reagan was Teflon Ron. Donald Trump has become Teflon Don, though Shawn thinks he should be Asbestos Don. Anyway, Shawn and Marc marvel how comments made by a standup comic and podcaster during the Madison Square Gardens Trump rally may actually cost Trump support. ML says: “Who is this comedian of which you speak?

”Marc and ML recount The Big Game, and ML pulls out a gift he got for Marc in Ann Arbor inspired by Marc’s favorite former Naval intelligence officer and prolific cheater … even though Marc doesn’t consider it cheating. And doesn't seem to appreciate this gracious offering from a good friend.

Shawn tries to talk about the Spartan-Wolverine game, and the fracas that erupted on the field in the final seconds, but ML and Marc tell him to save it for later.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: 
Shawn finally gets his chance to chime in on the Big Game when ML names the Big Ten his geek of the week. Marc isn't having it.

ROOM 7609: Shawn leaves to take a leak while listener Dave lauds Shawn's contributions to last week’s show by suggesting “Feel Good Hit of the Summer” by Queens of the Stone Age. ML is forced to repeat Dave’s tribute after Shawn returns from shaking the snake…which he refers to as “the earthworm.” After Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Sophia has some questions about Kamala Harris’ McDonald’s work history, so we turn to our McDonald’s expert and apply some investigative reporting principles to Piers Morgan’s evaluation of the situation. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62545111Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:32:51 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson is replaced by ML and a shit show ensues. STRAIGHT DOPE: We start today’s report with some very good news: Erika Erickson is returning to our local airwaves when she becomes the nightside reporter at WDIV-TV, in a clear attempt by...
STRAIGHT DOPE: We start today’s report with some very good news: Erika Erickson is returning to our local airwaves when she becomes the nightside reporter at WDIV-TV, in a clear attempt by Local 4 to make amends for depriving the viewing public of ML 17 years ago.

ML goes behind enemy lines to party at Duggan Fife and Matt Riley’s epic tailgates. It was a great start to a day that didn’t end the way he hoped – and expected.

The crew debates the Washington Post’s decision NOT to endorse a candidate in the presidential election. Marc thinks it’s a good call, but you may be surprised by long-time newspapermen ML and Shawn’s take on this controversial topic.

Marc asks who serves on the editorial boards who make the decision on who to endorse. ML and Shawn offer insights.

Ronald Reagan was Teflon Ron. Donald Trump has become Teflon Don, though Shawn thinks he should be Asbestos Don. Anyway, Shawn and Marc marvel how comments made by a standup comic and podcaster during the Madison Square Gardens Trump rally may actually cost Trump support. ML says: “Who is this comedian of which you speak?

”Marc and ML recount The Big Game, and ML pulls out a gift he got for Marc in Ann Arbor inspired by Marc’s favorite former Naval intelligence officer and prolific cheater … even though Marc doesn’t consider it cheating. And doesn't seem to appreciate this gracious offering from a good friend.

Shawn tries to talk about the Spartan-Wolverine game, and the fracas that erupted on the field in the final seconds, but ML and Marc tell him to save it for later.

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: 
Shawn finally gets his chance to chime in on the Big Game when ML names the Big Ten his geek of the week. Marc isn't having it.

ROOM 7609: Shawn leaves to take a leak while listener Dave lauds Shawn's contributions to last week’s show by suggesting “Feel Good Hit of the Summer” by Queens of the Stone Age. ML is forced to repeat Dave’s tribute after Shawn returns from shaking the snake…which he refers to as “the earthworm.” After Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Sophia has some questions about Kamala Harris’ McDonald’s work history, so we turn to our McDonald’s expert and apply some investigative reporting principles to Piers Morgan’s evaluation of the situation. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-episode-about-nothing-october-22-2024--62465524
STRAIGHT DOPE: Elrick is off the show again as he's speaking to the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association to promote his "Eye on Michigan" student journalism endeavour.

Shawn found ML's wikipedia page and we question who did the editing.  For some reason there isn't a page for the "mildly interesting" Shawn Windsor.

Shawn starts quizzing Erica about her acting past and she tells us about Mrs. McNutt.

Erica expresses her love of true crime and then reveals that she helped open and close two cold cases.

Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams has been suspended by the NFL for two games.  Shawn is more interested in his eating habits.

No one on the show can understand why there's such a push to get the Menendez Brothers and Scott Peterson out of jail.

Some evil people want to move Halloween to the weekend because kids are soft.  Other people want to change the name to the Harvest Festival.

Shawn was alive in the 1980s.

Michigan and Michigan State face off this Saturday night and no one seems to care that much.

If you missed ML's column on Sunday- you should go read it. It's about a judge running in Wayne County who doesn't seem interested in talking about his own legal record.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc introduces the Soulmates to a Shock Doc in Virginia. Additionally, Marc reminds the audience about the wasteful and lazy Panda bears. They are also an arm of Chinese propaganda.

ROOM 7609: This time it's a band that ML might only half-hate. Can anyone figure out who wrote the bass line for the Tom Tom Club's "Genius of Love"?

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62465524Tue, 22 Oct 2024 18:32:29 +0000ML ElrickML is off doing good in the world, Erika steps up, Marc prepares a show, and Shawn happily derails everything into nothing. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2024/09/23/about-eye-on-michigan/75269404007/ Shawn found ML's...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Elrick is off the show again as he's speaking to the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association to promote his "Eye on Michigan" student journalism endeavour.

Shawn found ML's wikipedia page and we question who did the editing.  For some reason there isn't a page for the "mildly interesting" Shawn Windsor.

Shawn starts quizzing Erica about her acting past and she tells us about Mrs. McNutt.

Erica expresses her love of true crime and then reveals that she helped open and close two cold cases.

Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams has been suspended by the NFL for two games.  Shawn is more interested in his eating habits.

No one on the show can understand why there's such a push to get the Menendez Brothers and Scott Peterson out of jail.

Some evil people want to move Halloween to the weekend because kids are soft.  Other people want to change the name to the Harvest Festival.

Shawn was alive in the 1980s.

Michigan and Michigan State face off this Saturday night and no one seems to care that much.

If you missed ML's column on Sunday- you should go read it. It's about a judge running in Wayne County who doesn't seem interested in talking about his own legal record.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc introduces the Soulmates to a Shock Doc in Virginia. Additionally, Marc reminds the audience about the wasteful and lazy Panda bears. They are also an arm of Chinese propaganda.

ROOM 7609: This time it's a band that ML might only half-hate. Can anyone figure out who wrote the bass line for the Tom Tom Club's "Genius of Love"?

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts,...]]>4148detroit,drugs,elrick,erickson,football,fox,halloween,michigan,pandas,state,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML raves about last week’s guest Andy Dirks, whose excellence on the Tigers radio broadcast was on full display Saturday during what turned out to be the hometown nine’s last game of their remarkable season … a season you could call a “Fantastic Voyage.” (More on that later…)

This week’s show is loaded with great sound and video – a special bonus for our Soulmates who donate at least $5 a month via Patreon. We start out with Alex’s tribute to the wayward Shawn Windsor. To become a Soulmate, hit this link: patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

Shawn has some choice words for Carlos, his sidepiece on the “Carlos & Shawn” podcast. Marc and ML wonder it it’s time for an intervention…

Shawn was in Dallas when Aidan Hutchinson went down, making him an eyewitness to a potentially historic event that could derail the Detroit Lions’ bid for a Super Bowl appearance. Only Marc and Shawn aren’t ready to give up just yet. ML, who -- suprise! -- watched the Lions Sunday night, gave up decades ago.

Detroit Tigers superfan Teebs was one of the many dynamic characters ML met outside Comerica Park last week while working as the Detroit Free Press’ “man on the street.” Watch the podcast to see Teebs doing his thing outside the ballpark.

ML isn't pleased when he's interrupted while shooting a selfie video from Comerica Park. Watch the show and see for yourself the look on his face. 

Shawn was on the road, which means one thing: Good eats. He and Marc share their views on Tex-Mex food, while ML questions why Shawn would think a guy named “Monarrez” who grew up in southern California might not be familiar with this particular type of cuisine.

The national media was aghast that Donald Trump would insult Detroit – in Detroit! ML and Marc think Trump’s comments will actually help him win votes in Michigan, while Shawn isn’t so sure.

Marc asks when the last time someone who didn’t have an Ivy League degree or elite pedigree ran this country. It’s a great question, which the crew wrestles to answer.

A Dorito got Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in trouble with Catholics. Marc and ML, who are regular churchgoers, weigh in on the debate.

Shawn hates the French and the Dutch. Listen and learn why. ML wonders how he feels about the Walloon…

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  If you’re one of those people, especially during election season, who makes mountains out of molehills and sees everything wrong with the other guy, even when your candidate has the same flaws, you are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: ML calls a misdirection play before Marc cues up a tune they are both sure Shawn will love: Lakeside’s “Fantastic Voyage,” which is a great track that also describes the Tigers’ magical playoff run. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: ML, Marc and Shawn welcome Rose Golinas as our newest Soulmate, before Dan and Jennifer weigh in on Big Gretch’s snack food snafu and ML’s latest "On Guard" column, which you can read here.

We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62376437Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:54:32 +0000ML ElrickShawn is back from the road, where he saw something awful in Dallas that Marc watched at home and ML is glad he missed. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML raves about last week’s guest Andy Dirks, whose excellence on the Tigers radio broadcast was on full display...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML raves about last week’s guest Andy Dirks, whose excellence on the Tigers radio broadcast was on full display Saturday during what turned out to be the hometown nine’s last game of their remarkable season … a season you could call a “Fantastic Voyage.” (More on that later…)

This week’s show is loaded with great sound and video – a special bonus for our Soulmates who donate at least $5 a month via Patreon. We start out with Alex’s tribute to the wayward Shawn Windsor. To become a Soulmate, hit this link: patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit

Shawn has some choice words for Carlos, his sidepiece on the “Carlos & Shawn” podcast. Marc and ML wonder it it’s time for an intervention…

Shawn was in Dallas when Aidan Hutchinson went down, making him an eyewitness to a potentially historic event that could derail the Detroit Lions’ bid for a Super Bowl appearance. Only Marc and Shawn aren’t ready to give up just yet. ML, who -- suprise! -- watched the Lions Sunday night, gave up decades ago.

Detroit Tigers superfan Teebs was one of the many dynamic characters ML met outside Comerica Park last week while working as the Detroit Free Press’ “man on the street.” Watch the podcast to see Teebs doing his thing outside the ballpark.

ML isn't pleased when he's interrupted while shooting a selfie video from Comerica Park. Watch the show and see for yourself the look on his face. 

Shawn was on the road, which means one thing: Good eats. He and Marc share their views on Tex-Mex food, while ML questions why Shawn would think a guy named “Monarrez” who grew up in southern California might not be familiar with this particular type of cuisine.

The national media was aghast that Donald Trump would insult Detroit – in Detroit! ML and Marc think Trump’s comments will actually help him win votes in Michigan, while Shawn isn’t so sure.

Marc asks when the last time someone who didn’t have an Ivy League degree or elite pedigree ran this country. It’s a great question, which the crew wrestles to answer.

A Dorito got Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in trouble with Catholics. Marc and ML, who are regular churchgoers, weigh in on the debate.

Shawn hates the French and the Dutch. Listen and learn why. ML wonders how he feels about the Walloon…

Please support the show by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:  If you’re one of those people, especially during election season, who makes mountains out of molehills and sees everything wrong with the other guy, even when your candidate has the same flaws, you are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: ML calls a misdirection play before Marc cues up a tune they are both sure Shawn will love: Lakeside’s “Fantastic Voyage,” which is a great track that also describes the Tigers’ magical playoff run. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: ML, Marc and Shawn welcome Rose Golinas as our newest Soulmate, before Dan and Jennifer weigh in on Big Gretch’s snack food snafu and 4579chip,cleveland,cowboys,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,harris,lakeside,lions,michigan,press,tigers,trump,whitmer,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Fresh off his appearance on the Rachel Maddow Show, ML starts the podcast with a tribute to his favorite host of the Carlos & Shawn podcast … Mr. Monarrez.

Former Tiger Andy Dirks, who provides color commentary, zooms in to talk about the Detroit Tigers amazing season.

Andy breaks down the managerial genius of AJ Hinch, whose ability to put players in a position to succeed prompts ML to reveal the similarities between the Tigers skipper and his leadership of the Detroit Free Press recreational co-ed Wednesday night Belle Isle softball team. Andy politely pretends to take a call in the middle of ML’s incisive analysis.

Erika says it seems like the young Tigers are having a lot of fun and defying expectations. Andy offers his insights.

Andy contrasts the 2011-2014 Tigers he played on with the current squad. He said his Tigers were starter-heavy, with horses like Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer in the starting rotation. The current Tigers have only one horse: Tarik Skubal.

How do you hit a 100-mph fastball? Andy discusses batting strategy and how pinch hitters prepare to face flamethrowers. ML – again – sees parallels between how he helps the members of his softball team prepare to face pitchers … hurling 10-mph pitches.

Marc asks ML about the column that got him on Rachel Maddow, an investigation into where U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers really lives.

Shawn dials in to discuss why he skipped dinner with Jennifer Hammond to wash his drawers in a Cleveland laundromat.

Teen trolls stop Shawn on the street in Houston. ML says he’s pretty sure his cousin Jeffrey was not involved, but he can’t guarantee it.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML lets Marc peek this week’s geek … and instantly regrets it.

ROOM 7609: Marc revives “Bless You Boys,” prompting many comments about the lame video and triggering a conversation about Detroit sports theme songs. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Robert Dorigo Jones is the newest Soulmate, while P*nis Breath checks in again to clear up some confusion. Then Hannah gives ML hell from Holly. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62288751Tue, 08 Oct 2024 18:41:14 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson is back and we’re talking with Tigers broadcaster Andy Dirks… while Shawn is cleaning his dirty drawers in Cleveland. STRAIGHT DOPE: Fresh off his appearance on the Rachel Maddow Show, ML starts the podcast with a tribute to his...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Fresh off his appearance on the Rachel Maddow Show, ML starts the podcast with a tribute to his favorite host of the Carlos & Shawn podcast … Mr. Monarrez.

Former Tiger Andy Dirks, who provides color commentary, zooms in to talk about the Detroit Tigers amazing season.

Andy breaks down the managerial genius of AJ Hinch, whose ability to put players in a position to succeed prompts ML to reveal the similarities between the Tigers skipper and his leadership of the Detroit Free Press recreational co-ed Wednesday night Belle Isle softball team. Andy politely pretends to take a call in the middle of ML’s incisive analysis.

Erika says it seems like the young Tigers are having a lot of fun and defying expectations. Andy offers his insights.

Andy contrasts the 2011-2014 Tigers he played on with the current squad. He said his Tigers were starter-heavy, with horses like Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer in the starting rotation. The current Tigers have only one horse: Tarik Skubal.

How do you hit a 100-mph fastball? Andy discusses batting strategy and how pinch hitters prepare to face flamethrowers. ML – again – sees parallels between how he helps the members of his softball team prepare to face pitchers … hurling 10-mph pitches.

Marc asks ML about the column that got him on Rachel Maddow, an investigation into where U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers really lives.

Shawn dials in to discuss why he skipped dinner with Jennifer Hammond to wash his drawers in a Cleveland laundromat.

Teen trolls stop Shawn on the street in Houston. ML says he’s pretty sure his cousin Jeffrey was not involved, but he can’t guarantee it.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Soulmate. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML lets Marc peek this week’s geek … and instantly regrets it.

ROOM 7609: Marc revives “Bless You Boys,” prompting many comments about the lame video and triggering a conversation about Detroit sports theme songs. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Robert Dorigo Jones is the newest Soulmate, while P*nis Breath checks in again to clear up some confusion. Then Hannah gives ML hell from Holly. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at 6004andy,carps,detroit,dirks,elrick,erickson,fox,free,freep,lions,michigan,press,tigers,wdiv,windsor,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Prepare to be disappointed: Erika is off this week and ML is back in the big chair. After recapping his trip to Boston, he goes off the rail with a rant about StubHub and how they almost screwed him out of tickets he bought a month ago for the Michigan State Spartans versus Boston College Eagles in Chestnut Hill.

Fed up with StubHub, ML tries Ticket Club to score a big rebate from Rakuten, only to get stung by a bait-and-switch. Marc is not surprised.

Marc marvels at how ML continues to avoid hopping on the Detroit Lions bandwagon. Listen and find out what ML was doing while the rest of Detroit was watching the Leos feast on the birds from the coffee capital of the world.

Marc is alternately fascinated and confounded by ML’s allegiances, leading to a discussion of how ML Doc Martens played a factor in his decision to adopt West Ham United as his favorite Premier League team.

Shawn is AWOL after flying to Houston Monday night to watch the Detroit Tigers take on the Houston Astros in the first round of the American League Wild Card series. Marc asks ML if he likes the new playoff format, which is a major change from the one-game play-off of yore. Before Shawn can even think it, ML makes the Major League Baseball format all about him … and his beer league Bulldog hockey team.

Michigan lawmakers took at least 17,000 free lunches and trips from lobbyists over the last 20 years or so. That’s what ML’s student watchdog reporting program Eye On Michigan found during a year-long investigation. Click here see what happens when the kids ask lawmakers to explain themselves.

Eye On Michigan and the Free Press created a searchable database you can use to find out what any lawmaker who served since 2001 took from a lobbyist. Try it here.

If you want to support student investigative reporters and learn more about the program, click this link.

Marc muses over earworms and how hard it is to shake them, prompting ML to recall a once hard-to-find Pink Floyd track that he goes crazy trying to name.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Lobbyists upset they can’t keep giving free tickets to lawmakers like they used to are this week’s geeks.


ROOM 7609: Listener Randy digs deep into the 89X playlist for Canadian alt rockers 24 Gone and their shimmering single “Gift of Colours.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We get a shout-out from new Patreon members Ty and … Penis Breath. SERIOUSLY! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! 
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62183055Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:07:43 +0000ML ElrickMichigan lawmakers took $6.3 million in freebies – and that’s only the tip of the iceberg. That’s what ML’s student investigative reporting program Eye On Michigan found when they spent a year examining free meals and trips lobbyists reported giving...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Prepare to be disappointed: Erika is off this week and ML is back in the big chair. After recapping his trip to Boston, he goes off the rail with a rant about StubHub and how they almost screwed him out of tickets he bought a month ago for the Michigan State Spartans versus Boston College Eagles in Chestnut Hill.

Fed up with StubHub, ML tries Ticket Club to score a big rebate from Rakuten, only to get stung by a bait-and-switch. Marc is not surprised.

Marc marvels at how ML continues to avoid hopping on the Detroit Lions bandwagon. Listen and find out what ML was doing while the rest of Detroit was watching the Leos feast on the birds from the coffee capital of the world.

Marc is alternately fascinated and confounded by ML’s allegiances, leading to a discussion of how ML Doc Martens played a factor in his decision to adopt West Ham United as his favorite Premier League team.

Shawn is AWOL after flying to Houston Monday night to watch the Detroit Tigers take on the Houston Astros in the first round of the American League Wild Card series. Marc asks ML if he likes the new playoff format, which is a major change from the one-game play-off of yore. Before Shawn can even think it, ML makes the Major League Baseball format all about him … and his beer league Bulldog hockey team.

Michigan lawmakers took at least 17,000 free lunches and trips from lobbyists over the last 20 years or so. That’s what ML’s student watchdog reporting program Eye On Michigan found during a year-long investigation. Click here see what happens when the kids ask lawmakers to explain themselves.

Eye On Michigan and the Free Press created a searchable database you can use to find out what any lawmaker who served since 2001 took from a lobbyist. Try it here.

If you want to support student investigative reporters and learn more about the program, click this link.

Marc muses over earworms and how hard it is to shake them, prompting ML to recall a once hard-to-find Pink Floyd track that he goes crazy trying to name.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Lobbyists upset they can’t keep giving free tickets to lawmakers like they used to are this week’s geeks.


ROOM 7609: Listener Randy digs deep into the 89X playlist for Canadian alt rockers 24 Gone and their shimmering single “Gift of Colours.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We get a shout-out from new Patreon members Ty and … Penis...]]>4473detroit,elrick,eye,fox2,free,freep,lansing,lions,michigan,on,press,reporters,tigers,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML Elrick has decided to take the week off to recover after following his Spartans east. MSU dropped a heart breaker to Boston College.

Shawn, Erika, and Marc welcome in author Bill Morris. Bill has written a definitive history of the Detroit Lions, the Ford Family and the road to redemption in the NFL.  William Clay Ford really did want to win, but it took Sheila Ford Hamp to really turn the team around.

Marc drives a Ford Explorer and Shawn drives a "boring Honda".  It turns out the true gearhead in the group is Erika.  But two questions- does the color of your car really matter? Can you picture Shawn on a Ducati?

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc can't quite pick just one so the group votes on who is the biggest geek.

Nomination #1- North Carolina gubernatorial candidade Mark Robinson has described himself as a "Black Nazi" and once claimed to want to reinstate slavery.  At least, that's according to alleged posts he made on an adult website... and that's just the tame stuff.

Nomination #2- Some kid doxxed Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell and revealed where his family lived.  There were so many nuts that showed up after losses, the family had to move.

Nomination #3- Pandas.  They are lazy, uninterested in sex and they drain human resources. They don't even have the energy to fight.

ROOM 7609: Listener David suggests a live song.  Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats performing "I Need Never Get Old" on the Tonight Show.  The song was recorded at Stax records and sounds a little bit like one of the label's classic tunes.

FEEDBACK: We have a new Patreon member who might have the best name in donor history.  You can be just like P.B. and support us on Patreon.

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atwww.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62094338Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:52:23 +0000ML ElrickML has left the building. The Leftovers welcome Bill Morris to discuss his definitive book on the Detroit Lions. Plus- Erika's many cars, Shawn's "lack" of style, Marc's panda hatred, and the best named doner in show history. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML Elrick...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML Elrick has decided to take the week off to recover after following his Spartans east. MSU dropped a heart breaker to Boston College.

Shawn, Erika, and Marc welcome in author Bill Morris. Bill has written a definitive history of the Detroit Lions, the Ford Family and the road to redemption in the NFL.  William Clay Ford really did want to win, but it took Sheila Ford Hamp to really turn the team around.

Marc drives a Ford Explorer and Shawn drives a "boring Honda".  It turns out the true gearhead in the group is Erika.  But two questions- does the color of your car really matter? Can you picture Shawn on a Ducati?

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc can't quite pick just one so the group votes on who is the biggest geek.

Nomination #1- North Carolina gubernatorial candidade Mark Robinson has described himself as a "Black Nazi" and once claimed to want to reinstate slavery.  At least, that's according to alleged posts he made on an adult website... and that's just the tame stuff.

Nomination #2- Some kid doxxed Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell and revealed where his family lived.  There were so many nuts that showed up after losses, the family had to move.

Nomination #3- Pandas.  They are lazy, uninterested in sex and they drain human resources. They don't even have the energy to fight.

ROOM 7609: Listener David suggests a live song.  Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats performing "I Need Never Get Old" on the Tonight Show.  The song was recorded at Stax records and sounds a little bit like one of the label's classic tunes.

FEEDBACK: We have a new Patreon member who might have the best name in donor history.  You can be just like P.B. and support us on Patreon.

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atwww.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”


Become a supporter of this podcast: 4233drew,elrick,erickson,erika,fox,fox2,free,freep,lions,morris,pandas,press,wdiv,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/now-with-more-erika-september-17-2024--61979758
STRAIGHT DOPE: Special thanks to Mr. Magoo for this week’s outstanding graphic, which we’ve been saving for Erika Erickson’s debut as a co-host of the show. The question now is whether we will rise to her level … or drag her down to ours?

Jane’s Addiction cancels its tour, but ML is more concerned about missing out on a chance to see Love and Rockets again. Marc and Shawn point out, not for the first time, that it’s not all about ML.

This week’s intro features “Night Shift,” Michael Keaton’s breakout movie that co-stars Henry Winkler. The crew gushes over what a great guy Henry Winkler is, while ML muses that it is the only movie starring Fonzie and Batman.

ML is criticized for bullying Shawn, which puzzles him, especially after comparing Shawn to the vultures in India whose deaths are having a devastating impact on the population.

Shawn, distracted as always by his phone, gets a message from a friend who loves Erika’s hair. Then he thinks he smells toast, but is pretty sure he’s not having a stroke.

Marc asks Shawn how much heat he’s taken since writing about America’s gun culture and how it contributed to the death of two people who were tailgating at Eastern Market for the Lions game. Read all about it here.

A lively discussion about guns, Detroit and how the bad gunowners are giving the good gunowners a bad name somehow leads ML to mention how buying a leather biker jacket affected him more than 30 years ago.

Shawn has a question about assless chaps. ML offers Dan Gilbert a real estate deal he can’t refuse. Erika is wondering what she got herself into.

Michael Phelps does not have a lot of fans among the Soul of Detroit crew. Listen and learn why.

Shawn dredges up a racy old email ML sent him at the Free Press, Marc gets a hot tub, and Shawn recalls his days as a competitive swimmer.

Things get a bit somber as ML and Erika tell drivers to move over to help avoid accidents like the crash that killed Michigan State Trooper Dan Kerstetter and ML pays tribute to legendary Lion Joe Schmidt. ML shares his personal encounters with Dan and Joe, two tremendous gentlemen.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: An advertising firm quotes a whale of a price to a nonprofit that wants to restore a beloved mural in downtown Detroit.

ROOM 7609: Marc takes over, which is the only way Jane’s Addiction would ever get into the New Wave suite. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Jim remembers “Trooper” Sean Thornton and Dan floats a conspiracy theory. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atwww.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61979758Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:42:41 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson makes her debut as a co-host, showing ML, Marc and Shawn how a REAL professional does podcasting! STRAIGHT DOPE: Special thanks to Mr. Magoo for this week’s outstanding graphic, which we’ve been saving for Erika Erickson’s debut as a...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Special thanks to Mr. Magoo for this week’s outstanding graphic, which we’ve been saving for Erika Erickson’s debut as a co-host of the show. The question now is whether we will rise to her level … or drag her down to ours?

Jane’s Addiction cancels its tour, but ML is more concerned about missing out on a chance to see Love and Rockets again. Marc and Shawn point out, not for the first time, that it’s not all about ML.

This week’s intro features “Night Shift,” Michael Keaton’s breakout movie that co-stars Henry Winkler. The crew gushes over what a great guy Henry Winkler is, while ML muses that it is the only movie starring Fonzie and Batman.

ML is criticized for bullying Shawn, which puzzles him, especially after comparing Shawn to the vultures in India whose deaths are having a devastating impact on the population.

Shawn, distracted as always by his phone, gets a message from a friend who loves Erika’s hair. Then he thinks he smells toast, but is pretty sure he’s not having a stroke.

Marc asks Shawn how much heat he’s taken since writing about America’s gun culture and how it contributed to the death of two people who were tailgating at Eastern Market for the Lions game. Read all about it here.

A lively discussion about guns, Detroit and how the bad gunowners are giving the good gunowners a bad name somehow leads ML to mention how buying a leather biker jacket affected him more than 30 years ago.

Shawn has a question about assless chaps. ML offers Dan Gilbert a real estate deal he can’t refuse. Erika is wondering what she got herself into.

Michael Phelps does not have a lot of fans among the Soul of Detroit crew. Listen and learn why.

Shawn dredges up a racy old email ML sent him at the Free Press, Marc gets a hot tub, and Shawn recalls his days as a competitive swimmer.

Things get a bit somber as ML and Erika tell drivers to move over to help avoid accidents like the crash that killed Michigan State Trooper Dan Kerstetter and ML pays tribute to legendary Lion Joe Schmidt. ML shares his personal encounters with Dan and Joe, two tremendous gentlemen.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: An advertising firm quotes a whale of a price to a nonprofit that wants to restore a beloved mural in downtown Detroit.

ROOM 7609: Marc takes over, which is the only way Jane’s Addiction would ever get into the New Wave suite. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Jim remembers “Trooper” Sean Thornton and Dan floats a conspiracy theory. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-stories-september-10-2024--61327823
STRAIGHT DOPE: Hey, you – yeah, you! We start off this week with an appeal to our listeners to “tell a friend” about the show. Partly because we’re trying to grow our audience, but partly because we’re stealing Dan Wetzel’s great idea. More listeners also helps our bottom line, which could use a little boost after a couple summer sponsors dropped off with the change in seasons. Or don’t tell anyone and just join our Patreon Posse the “Soul Patrol” for as little as $5 a month.

We also make BIG NEWS off the top of the show: Erika Erickson will be joining the team as a co-host and occasional guest host. She will bring her energy, insights and talents to the Red Shovel Network a couple times a month, as well as the bonus episodes available to Patreon subscribers for just $5 a month.

After Marc does his best Kim Darby imitation, he discloses that he has NEVER seen a John Wayne movie. Never, ever! ML tries to school him – in between interruptions from Shawn – while Marc suggests that The Duke would be a prime cancel candidate if he were alive today.

Marc defends McDonald’s, which ML disparaged last week. The crew starts debating the merits of various fast food franchises, when Shawn discloses his role in a criminal caper while working the drive thru at the BK Lounge.

Shawn and Marc admit to their role in illegal schemes, but ML is curiously quiet.

Lots of criminals go by nicknames. Marc’s felonious friend became known as “Sweet Tooth.” Listen and learn how he got that moniker.

ML deserves an award for restraint based on the amount of time he waits before crowing about MSU being the only undefeated major college football team in Michigan – and tied for 1st place in the Big Ten. The Spartans’ win in Maryland has him once again looking forward to seeing the Green Men play Boston College at Chestnut Hill. And he doesn't mention Connor Stalions once. Not even one mention of Connor Stalions!!!

Shawn reveals how reruns of “Reba” helped put a Detroit Lion at ease after Sunday night’s overtime victory against the Los Angeles Rams. Read all about it here.

Marc and ML give a brief “state of the team” for their Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartan football teams.

ML makes some pre-debate predictions for the Donald Trump and Kamala Harris showdown on ABC. He also recalls some memorable moments from previous presidential debates.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: RFK Jr.'s on-again, off-again presidential campaign won’t win him four years in the White House, but it does take our prize.

ROOM 7609: Erik’s suggestion of Don Henley’s “Boys of Summer” gets ML all sentimental, while Marc is unmoved. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61327823Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:36:53 +0000ML ElrickMarc and Shawn cop to their role in various capers, while ML takes the Fifth. But first, he makes a major announcement! STRAIGHT DOPE: Hey, you – yeah, you! We start off this week with an appeal to our listeners to “tell a friend” about the show....
STRAIGHT DOPE: Hey, you – yeah, you! We start off this week with an appeal to our listeners to “tell a friend” about the show. Partly because we’re trying to grow our audience, but partly because we’re stealing Dan Wetzel’s great idea. More listeners also helps our bottom line, which could use a little boost after a couple summer sponsors dropped off with the change in seasons. Or don’t tell anyone and just join our Patreon Posse the “Soul Patrol” for as little as $5 a month.

We also make BIG NEWS off the top of the show: Erika Erickson will be joining the team as a co-host and occasional guest host. She will bring her energy, insights and talents to the Red Shovel Network a couple times a month, as well as the bonus episodes available to Patreon subscribers for just $5 a month.

After Marc does his best Kim Darby imitation, he discloses that he has NEVER seen a John Wayne movie. Never, ever! ML tries to school him – in between interruptions from Shawn – while Marc suggests that The Duke would be a prime cancel candidate if he were alive today.

Marc defends McDonald’s, which ML disparaged last week. The crew starts debating the merits of various fast food franchises, when Shawn discloses his role in a criminal caper while working the drive thru at the BK Lounge.

Shawn and Marc admit to their role in illegal schemes, but ML is curiously quiet.

Lots of criminals go by nicknames. Marc’s felonious friend became known as “Sweet Tooth.” Listen and learn how he got that moniker.

ML deserves an award for restraint based on the amount of time he waits before crowing about MSU being the only undefeated major college football team in Michigan – and tied for 1st place in the Big Ten. The Spartans’ win in Maryland has him once again looking forward to seeing the Green Men play Boston College at Chestnut Hill. And he doesn't mention Connor Stalions once. Not even one mention of Connor Stalions!!!

Shawn reveals how reruns of “Reba” helped put a Detroit Lion at ease after Sunday night’s overtime victory against the Los Angeles Rams. Read all about it here.

Marc and ML give a brief “state of the team” for their Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartan football teams.

ML makes some pre-debate predictions for the Donald Trump and Kamala Harris showdown on ABC. He also recalls some memorable moments from previous presidential debates.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like early access to new episodes, the video version of the show, no insertion ads and access to our monthly bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: RFK Jr.'s on-again, off-again presidential campaign won’t win him four years in the White House, but it does take our prize.

ROOM 7609: Erik’s suggestion of Don Henley’s “Boys of Summer” gets ML all sentimental, while Marc is unmoved. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: College football kicked off with some big games and big stories, but ML wants to know why no one is reporting on the BIGGEST story: Another tunnel incident at the Big House! Marc and Shawn just ignore him.

Shawn asks ML to tell the origin story of Giuseppe Browneye, a fictional character borne of a campaign trip that involved the Windsor and Elrick families. Recollections are shady, but ML assures the gang there were no “Canteen Boy” moments.

ML and Shawn connect iconic Chicago greasy spoons with the TV shows and movies they inspired. The Billy Goat Tavern and “Saturday Night Live.” And White Palace and, well, “White Palace.”

While the gang is talking about Chicago restaurants and celebrities, ML busts out the story of a beautiful woman he knew who was a big fan of Evel Knievel – until he tipped her at a restaurant in Little Italy.

Baywatch is back! Marc gets us caught up on the series looking back at the cultural phenomenon while ML and Shawn debate whether the show could be made today.

Speaking of reboots, Shawn loves “Shogun,” while Marc says “take it easy on the subtitles!” ML’s outrage over the remake of “Roadhouse” prompts spontaneous tributes to Sam Elliott.  

ML sounds off on buttinskis after a fellow guest at a Muskegon hick bar chimes in on his private conversation to opine about certain people wanting to impregnate Americans.

Shawn finally gets to pick his bone with ML. Then Marc shares a joke about guys on the beach using potatoes to create the illusion of large bones.

ML applauds as Shawn responds to a reader who objects to his reference to Wolverine fans as “entitled.” Read the offending column here.

ML discusses one of the most muddled situations he’s ever encountered when he investigated a candidate for Macomb County sheriff who may be a tax cheat. Read all about it here and let us know what YOU think.

A listener praises Tresa Baldas’ Free Press story about a speeding teen who crashed and killed a friend, then poses a provocative question the team responds to. Read Tresa’s story here.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on PatreonPodcast


GEEK OF THE WEEK: Michigan lawmakers who think they’re going to stop this creepy behavior just by passing a law are this week’s geeks. 

ROOM 7609: With a lack of listener submissions, ML tortures everyone by booking Limbo District into the New Wave suite to perform “A La Maison.” (At least the band has an interesting story!) Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Listener Calvin opines on a big story by ML’s wife, which prompts ML to reference a 20-year-old story that Shawn worked on. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL: Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61253786Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:51:21 +0000ML ElrickShawn has a small bone to pick with ML, who has a bone to pick with the people in charge of security in the tunnel at the Big House, while Marc bones up on multiple multi-part TV series. STRAIGHT DOPE: College football kicked off with some big games...
STRAIGHT DOPE: College football kicked off with some big games and big stories, but ML wants to know why no one is reporting on the BIGGEST story: Another tunnel incident at the Big House! Marc and Shawn just ignore him.

Shawn asks ML to tell the origin story of Giuseppe Browneye, a fictional character borne of a campaign trip that involved the Windsor and Elrick families. Recollections are shady, but ML assures the gang there were no “Canteen Boy” moments.

ML and Shawn connect iconic Chicago greasy spoons with the TV shows and movies they inspired. The Billy Goat Tavern and “Saturday Night Live.” And White Palace and, well, “White Palace.”

While the gang is talking about Chicago restaurants and celebrities, ML busts out the story of a beautiful woman he knew who was a big fan of Evel Knievel – until he tipped her at a restaurant in Little Italy.

Baywatch is back! Marc gets us caught up on the series looking back at the cultural phenomenon while ML and Shawn debate whether the show could be made today.

Speaking of reboots, Shawn loves “Shogun,” while Marc says “take it easy on the subtitles!” ML’s outrage over the remake of “Roadhouse” prompts spontaneous tributes to Sam Elliott.  

ML sounds off on buttinskis after a fellow guest at a Muskegon hick bar chimes in on his private conversation to opine about certain people wanting to impregnate Americans.

Shawn finally gets to pick his bone with ML. Then Marc shares a joke about guys on the beach using potatoes to create the illusion of large bones.

ML applauds as Shawn responds to a reader who objects to his reference to Wolverine fans as “entitled.” Read the offending column here.

ML discusses one of the most muddled situations he’s ever encountered when he investigated a candidate for Macomb County sheriff who may be a tax cheat. Read all about it here and let us know what YOU think.

A listener praises Tresa Baldas’ Free Press story about a speeding teen who crashed and killed a friend, then poses a provocative question the team responds to. Read Tresa’s story here.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on PatreonPodcast


GEEK OF THE WEEK: Michigan lawmakers who think they’re going to stop this creepy behavior just by passing a law are this week’s geeks. 

ROOM 7609: With a lack of listener submissions, ML tortures everyone by booking Limbo District into the New Wave suite to perform “A La Maison.” (At least the band has an interesting story!) Send us your...]]>4310bone,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,freep,lions,michigan,msu,press,texas,windsor,wolverines,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sign-squealing-august-27-2024--61178218
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is mad that some nobody named Andrew Aldrich wouldn’t let him into the studio to do the Soul of Detroit at the regularly scheduled time. Listen to learn Andrew’s nom de guerre – and why ML is the REAL nobody!

Marc asks ML about his most recent investigation, which revealed that young women who used to work for the Shelby Township treasurer accused him of sexually harassing them when they worked together at a landscaping company. The treasurer denies the charges, but Marc wants to know more about his demeanor when ML called. Read the story here.

Sign stealin’ former U-M football assistant Connor Stations stars in a new Netflix documentary, rekindling our debate over cheating and whether the Michigan Wolverines are tainted. ML says yes. Marc says no. But what does Shawn say … ?

The Daily Beast asked ML who Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris should give her first interview to, prompting a discussion over whether Harris is hiding -- or biding her time. Read the story here (ML’s comments are at the end).

Get the bell ready! Kilpatrick is back in town so ML tells a tale from 2005 about how Hizzoner refused to meet with Shawn.

Marc says Connor Stalions almost got hired as a coach at Berkley High School and tells the tale of how it went wrong. ML says this shows that the superintendent of the Berkley public schools cares more about his district’s reputation than the president, athletic director and head coach of the University of Michigan care about their rep.

What impact did sign stealing have in the U-M-TCU game in 2022? Marc and Shawn discuss, while ML says he’s just glad the Wolverines got beat.

Listen and learn whether ML was ever able to get one of those snazzy Team Kilpatrick varsity jackets that popped up while Hizzoner was battling one of his many scandals.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A driver distracted by chicken wings who got a ticket for rear-ending a cop car gets our citation as GOW.

ROOM 7609:  Listener Tod books The Jesus Lizard into the New Wave suite to perform “Mouth Breather,” then connects them to some of Shawn’s favorite bands and legendary local acts. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK:  More praise for our Bernie Smilovitz interview. If you dig that episode, join our Patreon posse for just $5 to hear some bonus Bernie content – and all of our bonus episodes! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL:  Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:  Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61178218Tue, 27 Aug 2024 23:02:22 +0000ML ElrickSome punk named Drew Lane booted us from the studio, so we got a late start today on our discussion of whether Kamala Harris should give an interview soon, Kwame Kilpatrick’s latest GOP speaking engagement, Lee Chatfield’s fundraisers in court, ML’s...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is mad that some nobody named Andrew Aldrich wouldn’t let him into the studio to do the Soul of Detroit at the regularly scheduled time. Listen to learn Andrew’s nom de guerre – and why ML is the REAL nobody!

Marc asks ML about his most recent investigation, which revealed that young women who used to work for the Shelby Township treasurer accused him of sexually harassing them when they worked together at a landscaping company. The treasurer denies the charges, but Marc wants to know more about his demeanor when ML called. Read the story here.

Sign stealin’ former U-M football assistant Connor Stations stars in a new Netflix documentary, rekindling our debate over cheating and whether the Michigan Wolverines are tainted. ML says yes. Marc says no. But what does Shawn say … ?

The Daily Beast asked ML who Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris should give her first interview to, prompting a discussion over whether Harris is hiding -- or biding her time. Read the story here (ML’s comments are at the end).

Get the bell ready! Kilpatrick is back in town so ML tells a tale from 2005 about how Hizzoner refused to meet with Shawn.

Marc says Connor Stalions almost got hired as a coach at Berkley High School and tells the tale of how it went wrong. ML says this shows that the superintendent of the Berkley public schools cares more about his district’s reputation than the president, athletic director and head coach of the University of Michigan care about their rep.

What impact did sign stealing have in the U-M-TCU game in 2022? Marc and Shawn discuss, while ML says he’s just glad the Wolverines got beat.

Listen and learn whether ML was ever able to get one of those snazzy Team Kilpatrick varsity jackets that popped up while Hizzoner was battling one of his many scandals.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A driver distracted by chicken wings who got a ticket for rear-ending a cop car gets our citation as GOW.

ROOM 7609:  Listener Tod books The Jesus Lizard into the New Wave suite to perform “Mouth Breather,” then connects them to some of Shawn’s favorite bands and legendary local acts. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK:  More praise for our Bernie Smilovitz interview. If you dig that episode, join our Patreon posse for just $5 to hear some bonus Bernie content – and all of our bonus episodes! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
If you’ve ever wondered what Patreon subscribers hear in our bonus episodes, there’s no better time to check them out! We’ve lowered the cost to $5 a month so you can listen in as we go into overtime with Bernie Smilovitz, the legendary WDIV sports anchor who shares some amazing stories that didn't make it into our regular episode.

ML welcomes Dan with a plan to dive into the latest revelations from Ann Arbor about cheating and lying and, you know, all the other stuff the “leaders and best” are up to these days. SOMEHOW, the conversation turns to Mel Tucker, the disgraced former Spartan coach and whether his lawsuit has merit.

Dan is just back from his 11th Olympics, where the Eiffel Tower made him ponder over the most distinctive structures in the world. The pyramids? The Taj Mahal? The Statue of Liberty? What is your choice? Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Mitch Albom wrote that he retired from covering the Olympics and opining that they have changed. Dan explains why while ML wonders what impact stars like Snoop Dogg will have on the quadrennial games.

Dan had one good meal in Paris – at an Italian restaurant! – and one big star sighting while in The City of Light. Can you guess who he peeped? Hint: He was wearing a giant clock and sponsored the women’s water polo team.

Beach volleyball at the Eiffel Tower. Equestrian events at Versailles. Swimming in the Seine. Dan and the boys try to come up with comparable landmarks for when the Olympics come to LA.

One thing that never changes at the Olympics are the epic moments. Dan shares some.

This summer’s Olympics inspired a new debate: Would you rather win gold as a pole vaulter or be known as the vaulter with the golden pole? Listen as the crew considers the merits of each title – and why Shawn is just glad people no longer get a murderer as the top choice when they search for his name.

The best in the world compete in the Olympics, but some Olympians still stand out. Hear why Dan says Usain Bolt and Simone Biles are among the greatest ever – and what it was like to watch them in person.

Marc, Shawn and Dan drive ML crazy with yet another installment of their never-ending debate over whether all the money gushing into college athletics is ruining the game. Dan adds a new wrinkle by discussing the impact college football revenues have on the Olympics.

ML’s latest “On Guard” column uncovers a lawsuit in which two young women accuse their former boss, who is now the Shelby Township treasurer, of sexually harassing them. He says it’s not true. Get the full story here.

ML wraps up by giving Shawn credit for pithy words that were actually written by Rainer Sabin (no wonder ML thought they were so good!): Here’s a link that column.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes, video of the show and the audio version of our monthly bonus episode. For $15 a month, you can watch the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
A judge who humiliated a homeless girl loses his teaching gig, making it official: He has no class. Read all about it here: Wayne State University ends teaching gig for Detroit judge who detained sleepy teen girl.

ROOM 7609
Listener Todd weighs in on the groove debate by booking Heaven 17 into the New Wave suite to perform “(We Don’t Need This) Fascist Groove Thang.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
Chris loves Bernie – we do, too! Hear all about it here. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL
Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atwww.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61094764Tue, 20 Aug 2024 17:59:22 +0000ML ElrickDan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports is back from the Olympics, where he watched beach volleyball and Simone Biles and wonders whether there’s anything cooler than the Eiffel Tower. STRAIGHT DOPE If you’ve ever wondered what Patreon subscribers hear in our...
STRAIGHT DOPE
If you’ve ever wondered what Patreon subscribers hear in our bonus episodes, there’s no better time to check them out! We’ve lowered the cost to $5 a month so you can listen in as we go into overtime with Bernie Smilovitz, the legendary WDIV sports anchor who shares some amazing stories that didn't make it into our regular episode.

ML welcomes Dan with a plan to dive into the latest revelations from Ann Arbor about cheating and lying and, you know, all the other stuff the “leaders and best” are up to these days. SOMEHOW, the conversation turns to Mel Tucker, the disgraced former Spartan coach and whether his lawsuit has merit.

Dan is just back from his 11th Olympics, where the Eiffel Tower made him ponder over the most distinctive structures in the world. The pyramids? The Taj Mahal? The Statue of Liberty? What is your choice? Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Mitch Albom wrote that he retired from covering the Olympics and opining that they have changed. Dan explains why while ML wonders what impact stars like Snoop Dogg will have on the quadrennial games.

Dan had one good meal in Paris – at an Italian restaurant! – and one big star sighting while in The City of Light. Can you guess who he peeped? Hint: He was wearing a giant clock and sponsored the women’s water polo team.

Beach volleyball at the Eiffel Tower. Equestrian events at Versailles. Swimming in the Seine. Dan and the boys try to come up with comparable landmarks for when the Olympics come to LA.

One thing that never changes at the Olympics are the epic moments. Dan shares some.

This summer’s Olympics inspired a new debate: Would you rather win gold as a pole vaulter or be known as the vaulter with the golden pole? Listen as the crew considers the merits of each title – and why Shawn is just glad people no longer get a murderer as the top choice when they search for his name.

The best in the world compete in the Olympics, but some Olympians still stand out. Hear why Dan says Usain Bolt and Simone Biles are among the greatest ever – and what it was like to watch them in person.

Marc, Shawn and Dan drive ML crazy with yet another installment of their never-ending debate over whether all the money gushing into college athletics is ruining the game. Dan adds a new wrinkle by discussing the impact college football revenues have on the Olympics.

ML’s latest “On Guard” column uncovers a lawsuit in which two young women accuse their former boss, who is now the Shelby Township treasurer, of sexually harassing them. He says it’s not true. Get the full story here.

ML wraps up by giving Shawn credit for pithy words that were actually written by Rainer Sabin (no wonder ML thought they were so good!): Here’s a link that column.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes, video of the show and the audio version of our monthly bonus episode. For $15 a month, you can watch the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: 5607college,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,freep,michigan,msu,nil,olympics,paris,press,state,wetzel,windsor,wrif,yahoofalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Bernie Smilovitz has been retired for five weeks, but he’s still telling great stories…though he starts off playing nice to avoid getting his “nuts cut off.”
Yes, Bernie has seen “Weekend at Bernie’s.” Listen to what he thinks about as well as what one of the stars had to say about this puerile classic.
It’s been 17 years since ML left WDIV/Local 4, and as soon as he reminds Bernie that they were once colleagues, Bernie shares how he recovered from the loss of such a treasured associate. In one of Bernie’s many great quips, he sums up ML's Loco 4 career with: “Don’t you love TV?”
Bernie predicts a Lions Super Bowl victory. Find out why he’s so confident. Then consummate Lions fan ML shares his theory about when the Lions REALLY got cursed.
Shawn and ML debate whether you can be an effective employee working remotely. Bernie shares how he felt about the year-and-a-half he worked from home during COVID – and who came to visit while his family was on lockdown.
Find out how Bernie got his start in broadcasting, how finding Keith Moon of The Who passed out in a hotel room scored backstage passes, and how an interview with 18-year-old high school basketball phenom launched his career.
The local media roasted Bernie when he arrived from Washington, D.C. You may have forgotten, but Bernie never did! Hear how he handled the heat.
ML and Bernie and Steve Yzerman witnessed Bill Bonds doing something you would only believe if you saw it. Bernie tells the tale.
Steve Garagiola gets lots of love from Bernie and ML, who also pay tribute to the late Fred McLeod.
This is not something you want to read as your first child is being born: “Smilovitz has to go; worst thing that ever happened to Detroit.” Find out how Bernie’s wife reacted to this hot take from a Free Press sportswriter – and how Bernie won over one of his harshest critics.
One of the things that upset Detroit sports fans (and TV critics) was Bernie’s less-than reverent style and new approach to sports on TV. Listen and learn how he changed the game.
Bernie likes to tell people he went to U of M – the University of Maryland – but ML still asks him to weigh in on the U-M scandal involving Jim Harbaugh. Without hesitation, Berne says…Wait, you’ll have to listen for yourself. (Spoiler alert: ML totally agrees!)
Winners and losers weren’t as important to Bernie as trying to find a shot of a fan doing something memorable in the stands. The more you hear about his philosophy, the more you realize why he stood out among local TV sports anchors.
Lloyd Carr, Rich Rodriguez got run out of Ann Arbor. Bernie and Shawn discuss how they got to town … and why they got run out.
An early decision Matt Patricia made doomed him as coach of the Detroit Lions. Bernie tells the inside story. Shawn dishes, too.
Bernie spent the last two years of his time at WDIV/Local 4 pursuing some elusive prey. Find out who resisted the Smilovitz charm and blew him off right til the end.
After years of keeping one of Carmen Harlan’s secrets, Bernie’s visit inspires ML to spill. Hear the hair-raising story in yet another ML Soul of Detroit exclusive!
As soon as ML crowns Dick Purtan as the most gracious media bigshot in Detroit, Bernie objects and offers his own choice for that title.
Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
For years, a woman visited her father’s gravesite … until she learned he wasn’t buried there. The people responsible for keeping his remains above ground are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609
Listener Joe thinks he knows groove and offers “Good Times” by Planet Booty” as exhibit A. ML is persuaded, but what does self-appointed Arbiter of Groove Shawn say? Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
Hannah is back with more on JD Vance and Jim says ML made him homesick for the Cadieux Café. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL
Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atwww.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61013682Tue, 13 Aug 2024 16:41:08 +0000ML ElrickBernie Smilovitz joins ML, Marc and Shawn to tell amazing tales of his career and the time he met Keith Moon of The Who passed out in the Watergate hotel. STRAIGHT DOPE Bernie Smilovitz has been retired for five weeks, but he’s still telling great...
STRAIGHT DOPE
Bernie Smilovitz has been retired for five weeks, but he’s still telling great stories…though he starts off playing nice to avoid getting his “nuts cut off.”
Yes, Bernie has seen “Weekend at Bernie’s.” Listen to what he thinks about as well as what one of the stars had to say about this puerile classic.
It’s been 17 years since ML left WDIV/Local 4, and as soon as he reminds Bernie that they were once colleagues, Bernie shares how he recovered from the loss of such a treasured associate. In one of Bernie’s many great quips, he sums up ML's Loco 4 career with: “Don’t you love TV?”
Bernie predicts a Lions Super Bowl victory. Find out why he’s so confident. Then consummate Lions fan ML shares his theory about when the Lions REALLY got cursed.
Shawn and ML debate whether you can be an effective employee working remotely. Bernie shares how he felt about the year-and-a-half he worked from home during COVID – and who came to visit while his family was on lockdown.
Find out how Bernie got his start in broadcasting, how finding Keith Moon of The Who passed out in a hotel room scored backstage passes, and how an interview with 18-year-old high school basketball phenom launched his career.
The local media roasted Bernie when he arrived from Washington, D.C. You may have forgotten, but Bernie never did! Hear how he handled the heat.
ML and Bernie and Steve Yzerman witnessed Bill Bonds doing something you would only believe if you saw it. Bernie tells the tale.
Steve Garagiola gets lots of love from Bernie and ML, who also pay tribute to the late Fred McLeod.
This is not something you want to read as your first child is being born: “Smilovitz has to go; worst thing that ever happened to Detroit.” Find out how Bernie’s wife reacted to this hot take from a Free Press sportswriter – and how Bernie won over one of his harshest critics.
One of the things that upset Detroit sports fans (and TV critics) was Bernie’s less-than reverent style and new approach to sports on TV. Listen and learn how he changed the game.
Bernie likes to tell people he went to U of M – the University of Maryland – but ML still asks him to weigh in on the U-M scandal involving Jim Harbaugh. Without hesitation, Berne says…Wait, you’ll have to listen for yourself. (Spoiler alert: ML totally agrees!)
Winners and losers weren’t as important to Bernie as trying to find a shot of a fan doing something memorable in the stands. The more you hear about his philosophy, the more you realize why he stood out among local TV sports anchors.
Lloyd Carr, Rich Rodriguez got run out of Ann Arbor. Bernie and Shawn discuss how they got to town … and why they got run out.
An early decision Matt Patricia made doomed him as coach of the Detroit Lions. Bernie tells the inside story. Shawn dishes, too.
Bernie spent the last two years of his time at WDIV/Local 4 pursuing some elusive prey. Find out who resisted the Smilovitz charm and blew him off right til the end.
After years of keeping one of Carmen Harlan’s secrets, Bernie’s visit inspires ML to spill. Hear the hair-raising story in yet another ML Soul of Detroit exclusive!
As soon as ML crowns Dick Purtan as the most gracious media bigshot in Detroit, Bernie objects and offers his own choice for that title.
Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on...]]>4441bernie,detroit,elrick,football,free,freep,harbaugh,local4,michigan,press,retired,smilovitz,sports,wdiv,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Shawn is in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but not to look for Jimmy Hoffa. Marc explains.
One of Mark Craighead’s best friends was murdered. Police twice interviewed him. Police twice told him he was in the clear. Then a Detroit police detective known as “The Closer” picked up the case. What happened next sent Mark to prison on a 5-15 year sentence for a crime he didn’t commit.
Mark’s story – and the stories of other men wrongfully accused and convicted – are the subject of Steve Neavling’s latest investigation for the Metro Times. Listen and learn how they got tricked – and who tricked them. Then read the full series here.Steve says wrongful convictions are not just tragic, they’re expensive. Taxpayers – that’s you and me – are shelling out about $8 million per lawsuit when the victims of these injustices sue the police who put them away.
Marc asks about one of the crucial pieces of evidence that might have cleared Mark, and why no one could produce it.
ML marvels over how Mark was convicted on a confession that doesn’t even match the facts of the case.
You may be thinking: “I would never sign a false confession to get out of a cell after a day or two if it meant copping to a charge that could put me in prison for years.” ML asks Mark what made him sign the dastardly document.
Learn all about the “Reid Technique,” a practice police used for decades to get confessions out of suspects, that sounds an awful lot like brainwashing.
Barry Scheck, the lawyer famous for getting innocent people out of prison, turned down Mark’s case. Find out who took the case, and got Mark exonerated.
ML is terrified about how every aspect of the criminal justice system failed to prevent an innocent man from being convicted of a crime he didn’t commit. Steve explains what he thinks made it impossible for Mark to get justice.
ML broke a big story last week about a prominent pastor charged with criminal sexual assault involving a young man in his neighborhood. Hear who is in trouble with the law, and the surprising response ML got from one of his flock. Unlike most of ML’s work, you don’t need a subscription to read this report.
Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
If you thought ML was going to name the Michigan Wolverines after YET ANOTHER report on the Connor Stalions scandal, you’d be wrong. Instead, he chooses the dope fiend who sawed off and tried to melt a Jackie Robinson statue.

ROOM 7609:
Listener Donald says Mr. Kitty’s “After Dark” sounds a lot like new New Wave. ML agrees, before Marc finds something dark about Mr. Kitty involving kiddies. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK:
Dennis lavishes praise – and cash – on Marc and Shawn for coming down hard on ML. Another listener, who read ML’s pastor piece, offers a brief lesson on “on the downlow.” And Van Halen gets lots of love. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL:
Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit atwww.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60937346Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:04:26 +0000ML ElrickAn innocent man convicted of murder tells Marc and ML why he signed a false confession – and how the same cop may be responsible for getting other men locked up for crimes they didn’t commit. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is in East Rutherford, New Jersey,...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Shawn is in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but not to look for Jimmy Hoffa. Marc explains.
One of Mark Craighead’s best friends was murdered. Police twice interviewed him. Police twice told him he was in the clear. Then a Detroit police detective known as “The Closer” picked up the case. What happened next sent Mark to prison on a 5-15 year sentence for a crime he didn’t commit.
Mark’s story – and the stories of other men wrongfully accused and convicted – are the subject of Steve Neavling’s latest investigation for the Metro Times. Listen and learn how they got tricked – and who tricked them. Then read the full series here.Steve says wrongful convictions are not just tragic, they’re expensive. Taxpayers – that’s you and me – are shelling out about $8 million per lawsuit when the victims of these injustices sue the police who put them away.
Marc asks about one of the crucial pieces of evidence that might have cleared Mark, and why no one could produce it.
ML marvels over how Mark was convicted on a confession that doesn’t even match the facts of the case.
You may be thinking: “I would never sign a false confession to get out of a cell after a day or two if it meant copping to a charge that could put me in prison for years.” ML asks Mark what made him sign the dastardly document.
Learn all about the “Reid Technique,” a practice police used for decades to get confessions out of suspects, that sounds an awful lot like brainwashing.
Barry Scheck, the lawyer famous for getting innocent people out of prison, turned down Mark’s case. Find out who took the case, and got Mark exonerated.
ML is terrified about how every aspect of the criminal justice system failed to prevent an innocent man from being convicted of a crime he didn’t commit. Steve explains what he thinks made it impossible for Mark to get justice.
ML broke a big story last week about a prominent pastor charged with criminal sexual assault involving a young man in his neighborhood. Hear who is in trouble with the law, and the surprising response ML got from one of his flock. Unlike most of ML’s work, you don’t need a subscription to read this report.
Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
If you thought ML was going to name the Michigan Wolverines after YET ANOTHER report on the Connor Stalions scandal, you’d be wrong. Instead, he chooses the dope fiend who sawed off and tried to melt a Jackie Robinson statue.

ROOM 7609:
Listener Donald says Mr. Kitty’s “After Dark” sounds a lot like new New Wave. ML agrees, before Marc finds something dark about Mr. Kitty involving kiddies. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.4720accused,corrupt,detective,detroit,drew,elrick,fox,free,metro,michigan,mike,murder,neavling,news,press,prison,times,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
Please join ML on Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Cadieux Cafe, where The Smiths United will perform in the beer garden. Get your tickets here to find out whether ML will wear his kilt again. (Spoiler alert: It will cost you a beer to find out whether he's wearing anything under it.) Get your tickets here.

With the Olympics underway, ML, Marc and Shawn tried to get Devin Scillian, Dave Birkett and Dan Wetzel to zoom in to talk about their time in Paris. Listen and learn why ML thinks the trio blew them off.

Marc launches a discussion of the purported Drag Queen version of The Last Supper which helped kick off the Olympics, but really wasn’t a parody of The Last Supper. Marc explains why he thinks it’s a grift. Which prompts Shawn to bring up ML’s recent social media beef with a troll who doesn’t think the Fab Five were grifters.

Brian Robillard, guitarist and occassional lead vocalist of the Common Scolds, sits in to discuss Lawlapalooza V, a music festival which will be held Friday Aug. 2 at the Magic Bag. Derek Kevra of Fox 2 will once again host the extravaganza, which features a strong man and raises money for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Find out more here.

ML shared emcee duties with Derek a couple years ago, leading to a “believe-it-or-not” moment that Brian, a proud U-M grad, recalled fondly.

ML recalls the other memorable moment of the night, when he found out that personal injury lawyer Mike Morse may win, but he doesn’t have a great sense of humor.

Shawn rushes from Detroit Lions training camp in Allen Park to Red Shovel Network HQ to share how he finally got to chat with Dan Campbell. Tune in and find out what Shawn and the Lions head coach has in common (hint: You won’t believe it!)

Shawn says Hulk Hogan attended Lions camp, only to get the cold shoulder from boxing champ Claressa Shields and most of the Lions players. He explains why, with help from Marc.

ML, with unwarranted confidence in his abilities as a mimic, does a Hulkster imitation. Then he wonders what it would be like if Shawn and Dan Campbell or Hulk Hogan changed bodies in a Freaky Friday switch.

Marc, Shawn and ML discuss the absence of sports figures as political commentators. They wonder aloud why icons like Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Tom Brady didn’t follow in Muhammad Ali’s footsteps … and offer some possible explanations.

Marc gives the Associated Press partial credit for debunking a JD Vance myth involving a couch, a glove and self love, leading Shawn to discuss a former roommate’s romantic encounters with tubers. Talk about sour cream!

DJ Weiser’s suggestion for Room 7609 inspires a full-blown debate over the merits of Van Halen, Def Leppard and a host of other banks that Marc loves, but ML considers lightweights compared to his heavier metal favorites. Amazingly, ML and Shawn find common ground.

Marc suggests that ML is fixated on the failures of U-M athletic department figures while glossing over the foibles of his Spartans. ML disagrees, pointing out his well-documented concerns about Mel Tucker, and reminisces about the time he witnessed steroid user Tony Mandarich roaming the sidelines while ML worked as a photographer for the college paper.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
This week’s geek is NOT Warde Manuel. It’s the judges who honored the U-M athletic director. Listen as ML makes his case over objections from Marc and Shawn.

ROOM 7609
DJ Weiser unintentionally sets off a Battle Royale by suggesting Extreme’s “Beautiful Girls.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
Hannah does NOT like JD Vance. Fellow Ohioan Marc offers some insights on their home state. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL
Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60863764Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:47:14 +0000ML ElrickIf Shawn offers you a potato, don’t take the toxic tuber! Just trust ML, Marc and special guest Brian Robillard on that. Shawn also gets us caught up on the latest from Detroit Lions training camp, where Hulk Hogan got a chilly reception....
STRAIGHT DOPE
Please join ML on Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Cadieux Cafe, where The Smiths United will perform in the beer garden. Get your tickets here to find out whether ML will wear his kilt again. (Spoiler alert: It will cost you a beer to find out whether he's wearing anything under it.) Get your tickets here.

With the Olympics underway, ML, Marc and Shawn tried to get Devin Scillian, Dave Birkett and Dan Wetzel to zoom in to talk about their time in Paris. Listen and learn why ML thinks the trio blew them off.

Marc launches a discussion of the purported Drag Queen version of The Last Supper which helped kick off the Olympics, but really wasn’t a parody of The Last Supper. Marc explains why he thinks it’s a grift. Which prompts Shawn to bring up ML’s recent social media beef with a troll who doesn’t think the Fab Five were grifters.

Brian Robillard, guitarist and occassional lead vocalist of the Common Scolds, sits in to discuss Lawlapalooza V, a music festival which will be held Friday Aug. 2 at the Magic Bag. Derek Kevra of Fox 2 will once again host the extravaganza, which features a strong man and raises money for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Find out more here.

ML shared emcee duties with Derek a couple years ago, leading to a “believe-it-or-not” moment that Brian, a proud U-M grad, recalled fondly.

ML recalls the other memorable moment of the night, when he found out that personal injury lawyer Mike Morse may win, but he doesn’t have a great sense of humor.

Shawn rushes from Detroit Lions training camp in Allen Park to Red Shovel Network HQ to share how he finally got to chat with Dan Campbell. Tune in and find out what Shawn and the Lions head coach has in common (hint: You won’t believe it!)

Shawn says Hulk Hogan attended Lions camp, only to get the cold shoulder from boxing champ Claressa Shields and most of the Lions players. He explains why, with help from Marc.

ML, with unwarranted confidence in his abilities as a mimic, does a Hulkster imitation. Then he wonders what it would be like if Shawn and Dan Campbell or Hulk Hogan changed bodies in a Freaky Friday switch.

Marc, Shawn and ML discuss the absence of sports figures as political commentators. They wonder aloud why icons like Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Tom Brady didn’t follow in Muhammad Ali’s footsteps … and offer some possible explanations.

Marc gives the Associated Press partial credit for debunking a JD Vance myth involving a couch, a glove and self love, leading Shawn to discuss a former roommate’s romantic encounters with tubers. Talk about sour cream!

DJ Weiser’s suggestion for Room 7609 inspires a full-blown debate over the merits of Van Halen, Def Leppard and a host of other banks that Marc loves, but ML considers lightweights compared to his heavier metal favorites. Amazingly, ML and Shawn find common ground.

Marc suggests that ML is fixated on the failures of U-M athletic department figures while glossing over the foibles of his Spartans. ML disagrees, pointing out his well-documented concerns about Mel Tucker, and reminisces about the time he witnessed steroid user Tony Mandarich roaming the sidelines while ML worked as a photographer for the college paper.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
This week’s geek is NOT Warde Manuel. It’s the judges who honored the U-M athletic director. Listen as ML makes his case over...]]>5530biden,detroit,elrick,free,freep,harris,hogan,hulk,lions,michigan,ml,press,trump,windsor,wolverinesfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Please support the show and get some sweet gear! But act fast: Our merchandise store closes soon – at 8 p.m. on Monday, July 29. Check out our new gear, as well as some old favorites, here.

Marq’s masterful production turns the trailer for Tom Hanks star vehicle “Joe Versus The Volcano” into another classic intro. But ML can’t get over Hanks’ epic mullet – and calls for its return!

t’s a question people may be asking each other years from now: Where were you when Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race? ML discusses how reporters prepared for the news they had heard might break this weekend. And Shawn says he was naked and eating an egg salad sandwich in preparation for a meeting with some relatives and a couple Swedes for a day at the lake. Don’t believe me? Just listen…

So what did ML do when Biden dropped his bomb? He wrote a column about what happens if Gov. Gretchen Whitmer leaves Michigan for Washington as a member of the Democratic ticket or cabinet. Read his column here.

Of course, Soul of Detroit listeners have been ahead of the curve on this topic for a couple weeks, after ML, Marc and Shawn discussed it on the show back on July 9th. Hear it here.

With Biden out of the way, Republicans are doing their best to make trouble for presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. The crew discuss how and why they’re making mischief for the vice president.

Is Biden’s decision to hand over the reigns to Harris the best move for Democrats? Marq says it will allow Democrats to come together. ML scoffs and says, yeah, that’s what Democrats do best: Put aside their differences to work together! Sheesh!

Did Harris orchestrate a coup? Did Biden just have an historically bad week? ML, Marq and Shawn discuss.

The best part of Biden’s decision to step aside is the torrent of imitations it inspired ML to unleash. Rightly or wrongly, he considers his Bernie Sanders imitation one of his best. Listen and judge for yourself.

Does Biden’s change of heart mean he’ll also change his mind on promising not to pardon Hunter Biden? The crew debates the merits of a presidential flipflop for family.

Changing gears, Shawn expresses his admiration for anyone who can get through law school. ML says he believes he couldn’t keep up with the reading, then marvels at the number of people who have the impressive intellect required to become lawyers and doctors who still seem like nitwits. Marq points out that his brother is a lawyer. (And his mother went to college!)

Shawn and Marq discuss the start of Detroit Lions training camp, while ML tries to be a good boy and pretend he is interested in the Leos.

ML kicked out TWO government watchdog columns last week! His first On Guard column of the week was about the former Wayne County CFO who was charged last winter with beating his wife. Guess what? He was charged last week with beating her again. Get the latest here.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
A French politician who says Israeli athletes aren’t welcome in Paris for the Olympics is this week’s “Geek de la Semaine.” Marq also has a geek he tweaks.

ROOM 7609:
Listener Alex checks in again to try to settle last week’s groove debate, while ML aims to win the argument by booking WHAM! Into the New Wave suite to perform “Young Guns (Go For It).” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK:
The groove debate continues as DJ Weiser weighs in and listener Dave uses devastating logic to deliver a blow to ML that even he can’t dispute. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL:
Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60776857Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:12:43 +0000ML ElrickShawn was eating egg salad in his birthday suit before hanging out with some Swedes, ML was poised for action, and Marc was watching a family movie when President Joe Biden dramatically announced he was dropping out of the race for president....
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Please support the show and get some sweet gear! But act fast: Our merchandise store closes soon – at 8 p.m. on Monday, July 29. Check out our new gear, as well as some old favorites, here.

Marq’s masterful production turns the trailer for Tom Hanks star vehicle “Joe Versus The Volcano” into another classic intro. But ML can’t get over Hanks’ epic mullet – and calls for its return!

t’s a question people may be asking each other years from now: Where were you when Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race? ML discusses how reporters prepared for the news they had heard might break this weekend. And Shawn says he was naked and eating an egg salad sandwich in preparation for a meeting with some relatives and a couple Swedes for a day at the lake. Don’t believe me? Just listen…

So what did ML do when Biden dropped his bomb? He wrote a column about what happens if Gov. Gretchen Whitmer leaves Michigan for Washington as a member of the Democratic ticket or cabinet. Read his column here.

Of course, Soul of Detroit listeners have been ahead of the curve on this topic for a couple weeks, after ML, Marc and Shawn discussed it on the show back on July 9th. Hear it here.

With Biden out of the way, Republicans are doing their best to make trouble for presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. The crew discuss how and why they’re making mischief for the vice president.

Is Biden’s decision to hand over the reigns to Harris the best move for Democrats? Marq says it will allow Democrats to come together. ML scoffs and says, yeah, that’s what Democrats do best: Put aside their differences to work together! Sheesh!

Did Harris orchestrate a coup? Did Biden just have an historically bad week? ML, Marq and Shawn discuss.

The best part of Biden’s decision to step aside is the torrent of imitations it inspired ML to unleash. Rightly or wrongly, he considers his Bernie Sanders imitation one of his best. Listen and judge for yourself.

Does Biden’s change of heart mean he’ll also change his mind on promising not to pardon Hunter Biden? The crew debates the merits of a presidential flipflop for family.

Changing gears, Shawn expresses his admiration for anyone who can get through law school. ML says he believes he couldn’t keep up with the reading, then marvels at the number of people who have the impressive intellect required to become lawyers and doctors who still seem like nitwits. Marq points out that his brother is a lawyer. (And his mother went to college!)

Shawn and Marq discuss the start of Detroit Lions training camp, while ML tries to be a good boy and pretend he is interested in the Leos.

ML kicked out TWO government watchdog columns last week! His first On Guard column of the week was about the former Wayne County CFO who was charged last winter with beating his wife. Guess what? He was charged last week with beating her again. Get the latest here.

Please support the...]]>4433biden,detroit,elrick,fox,free,harris,lions,michigan,news,press,trump,wham,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-4-gone-conclusion-july-16-2014--60700406
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Check out some of our new swag, as well as some old favorites, and get your new ML Soul of Detroit gear here.

Marq – with a Q – offers ML congratulations on a new journalism award before TRUE journalism legend Rod Meloni drops in to discuss his 43 years in news. Here’s a link to the Free Press stories on the former WDIV colleagues.

Critics are slamming the media for the early headlines that stopped short of saying Trump was shot. ML explains how early newspaper print deadlines are these days and that media organizations try to report only what they can confirm when the presses roll. Then he recalls the erroneous media reports in 1981 which said Ronald Reagan’s press secretary James Brady had been killed. Brady actually survived and became a gun control advocate before dying … in 2014.

One of the historic events that happened on the same day Reagan got shot was the start of Rod’s television news career. Rod started at a station in Bangor, Maine on the same day of the assassination, and was immediately thrown into the news mix, doing man-on-the-street interviews.

Rod grew up in Massachusetts, but you’d never know it. ML asks him if he had to work hard to lose his accent, prompting Rod to slip back into his East Coast patois.

Marc asks Rod how he became such an expert on business matters and Rod explains how when opportunity knocked, he seized the moment.

ML shares the simple tip Rod gave him when he started at WDIV that changed the way ML approached reporting and writing.

It seems like every reporter who worked in the 1970s and 80s had a cheesy mustache. ML asks Rod for his mustache story.

Rod began on the day Reagan was shot and signed off for the last time just two weeks after Trump was shot. ML asks how he felt being retired when major news broke. ML also shares what happened on ML’s own last live-shot on WDIV ... and how it got him pulled off the air.

Read Rod’s farewell column here.

Read ML’s latest “On Guard” column here, in which he investigates a deal in which a poor school district wants to spend $1 million to buy a virtually abandoned building. Here’s a link.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
An airport employee accused of stealing from luggage who got fingered by a passenger looking for her laptop is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609
Listener Alex delights Shawn by booking MGMT into the New Wave suite to perform “Electric Feel,” setting off a heated debate over whether New Wave music and, by extension, ML has groove. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
Kyle is glad ML is back, puts the Q in Marq and raves about Shawn’s vices. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

SAVE WITH THE SOUL
Use promo code SOUL to get 10% off your registration for sports leagues with Come Play Detroit at www.comeplaydetroit.com and promo code MLSOUL to save $40 off a 15-person pedal pub ride with Michigan Pedaler at www.michiganpedaler.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!


SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 

Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60700406Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:30:04 +0000ML ElrickTV news legend Rod Meloni joins ML and Marq after retiring from WDIV. Then Shawn drops in and starts a fight by accusing ML of having no groove! Also, the merch store is back -- but it won’t be open for long. So act fast! STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Check out some of our new swag, as well as some old favorites, and get your new ML Soul of Detroit gear here.

Marq – with a Q – offers ML congratulations on a new journalism award before TRUE journalism legend Rod Meloni drops in to discuss his 43 years in news. Here’s a link to the Free Press stories on the former WDIV colleagues.

Critics are slamming the media for the early headlines that stopped short of saying Trump was shot. ML explains how early newspaper print deadlines are these days and that media organizations try to report only what they can confirm when the presses roll. Then he recalls the erroneous media reports in 1981 which said Ronald Reagan’s press secretary James Brady had been killed. Brady actually survived and became a gun control advocate before dying … in 2014.

One of the historic events that happened on the same day Reagan got shot was the start of Rod’s television news career. Rod started at a station in Bangor, Maine on the same day of the assassination, and was immediately thrown into the news mix, doing man-on-the-street interviews.

Rod grew up in Massachusetts, but you’d never know it. ML asks him if he had to work hard to lose his accent, prompting Rod to slip back into his East Coast patois.

Marc asks Rod how he became such an expert on business matters and Rod explains how when opportunity knocked, he seized the moment.

ML shares the simple tip Rod gave him when he started at WDIV that changed the way ML approached reporting and writing.

It seems like every reporter who worked in the 1970s and 80s had a cheesy mustache. ML asks Rod for his mustache story.

Rod began on the day Reagan was shot and signed off for the last time just two weeks after Trump was shot. ML asks how he felt being retired when major news broke. ML also shares what happened on ML’s own last live-shot on WDIV ... and how it got him pulled off the air.

Read Rod’s farewell column here.

Read ML’s latest “On Guard” column here, in which he investigates a deal in which a poor school district wants to spend $1 million to buy a virtually abandoned building. Here’s a link.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
An airport employee accused of stealing from luggage who got fingered by a passenger looking for her laptop is this week’s geek.

ROOM...]]>5348detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,local4,meloni,michigan,news,press,reporter,rod,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE
The boys are reunited in the basement for the first time in a month and begin by discussing Bronny James, the latest nepo-baby to make a splash because one or more of his parents done good. The conversation quickly turns to Chet Hanks who, unlike Colin, doesn’t seem to have any of their old man’s talent.
Shawn has been super productive, writing column after column about the Detroit Pistons, who have generated tons of interest despite their epic lack of success. Here’s one of his latest missives.

ML tries to beat the heat by wearing a fetching new (to him) linen shirt, putting to use a wardrobe tip he picked up in blazing hot Athens. Shawn becomes obsessed with these gently-used threads, which ML picked up on eBay when he got home (because he was too cheap to pay the going rate for a 100% linen shirt in Greece).

One year before he died, Bob Carmack was a guest on the show. He discussed his on-going fight with Detroit City Hall and Mayor Mike Duggan. ML and Marc reflect on Carmack and what he tried to accomplish, as well as delve into why he never quite got the job done. Hear that 7/4/2023 episode here.

While the rest of the country is wondering whether Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will replace President Joe Biden at the top of the Democratic ticket, or serve as a vice presidential candidate if Kamala Harris moves up, ML has been noodling on how Whitmer moving to Washington would upend politics here in Michigan. For starters, elevating Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist to governor could make it a lot harder for Duggan to run for governor. And that would put a lot of people who are already running to replace Duggan as mayor in a real bind if Hizzoner decided to stay home.

After starring in a Hulu documentary about the Crumbley case, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald popped up Monday in a major story in the Washington Post, which took readers behind the scenes as McDonald and her team worked on the historic case. This kind of access is almost unprecedented, as ML explains.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Cycling officials, who seemed to turn a blind eye toward numerous unsportsmanlike practices, are this week’s geeks for fining a French rider who made a brief stop in his home region to kiss his wife and baby during the seventh stage of the Tour de France.

ROOM 7609
ML got sucked into a Creedence Clearwater Revival wormhole over vacation, as he explains while telling revealing stories about John Fogerty and the band after Marc cues up “Green River.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
A reader who doesn’t like Kwame Kilpatrick seems to like ML even less after reading his latest column about being reunited with Hizzoner. You can read ML’s latest Kilpatrick column here.

We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60642866Tue, 09 Jul 2024 14:35:17 +0000ML ElrickML outlines the chaos Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could cause by joining the Democratic presidential ticket, while Marc remembers Bob Carmack and Shawn is obsessed with ML’s fine new threads. STRAIGHT DOPE The boys are reunited in the basement for the...
STRAIGHT DOPE
The boys are reunited in the basement for the first time in a month and begin by discussing Bronny James, the latest nepo-baby to make a splash because one or more of his parents done good. The conversation quickly turns to Chet Hanks who, unlike Colin, doesn’t seem to have any of their old man’s talent.
Shawn has been super productive, writing column after column about the Detroit Pistons, who have generated tons of interest despite their epic lack of success. Here’s one of his latest missives.

ML tries to beat the heat by wearing a fetching new (to him) linen shirt, putting to use a wardrobe tip he picked up in blazing hot Athens. Shawn becomes obsessed with these gently-used threads, which ML picked up on eBay when he got home (because he was too cheap to pay the going rate for a 100% linen shirt in Greece).

One year before he died, Bob Carmack was a guest on the show. He discussed his on-going fight with Detroit City Hall and Mayor Mike Duggan. ML and Marc reflect on Carmack and what he tried to accomplish, as well as delve into why he never quite got the job done. Hear that 7/4/2023 episode here.

While the rest of the country is wondering whether Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will replace President Joe Biden at the top of the Democratic ticket, or serve as a vice presidential candidate if Kamala Harris moves up, ML has been noodling on how Whitmer moving to Washington would upend politics here in Michigan. For starters, elevating Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist to governor could make it a lot harder for Duggan to run for governor. And that would put a lot of people who are already running to replace Duggan as mayor in a real bind if Hizzoner decided to stay home.

After starring in a Hulu documentary about the Crumbley case, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald popped up Monday in a major story in the Washington Post, which took readers behind the scenes as McDonald and her team worked on the historic case. This kind of access is almost unprecedented, as ML explains.

Please support the show and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Cycling officials, who seemed to turn a blind eye toward numerous unsportsmanlike practices, are this week’s geeks for fining a French rider who made a brief stop in his home region to kiss his wife and baby during the seventh stage of the Tour de France.

ROOM 7609
ML got sucked into a Creedence Clearwater Revival wormhole over vacation, as he explains while telling revealing stories about John Fogerty and the band after Marc cues up “Green River.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
5047benson,biden,detroit,duggan,elrick,fox,free,freep,gilcrest,governor,michigan,ml,news,politics,press,sheffield,whitmer,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Erika Erickson is back to fill in for our forgotten host ML Elrick.
She introduces us to another one of her friends- local comic Joey Hamood.
Self prescribed klutz Ericka spilled coffee all over herself right before we start reminding Marc about the time WRIF treated the Drew and Mike morning show like children by providing them sippy cups. Former Detroit Tiger player and broadcaster Craig Monroe was accused of some pretty horrific crimes by a women whose family he lived with while he was in the minor leagues.
We discuss the accusations and wonder - Why did it take the media so long to report on the accusations? Where is Craig Monroe? Who do we believe?
Fox 2 reporter and Ericka's friend Jessica Dupnack was the first member of the mainstream media to report on the story. 
How long should it take the media to vet an allegation made on social media? Shawn proposes that an alleged victim should never be named.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Cast your vote for this week's biggest "geek".
Choice number 1- MGM casino for not paying out a progressive Black Jack win.
Choice number 2- ESPN for awarding not-a-Prince Harry an ESPY.
Choice number 3- BET for honoring OJ Simpson.

Shawn interrupts a heavy conversation to make sure we get our sponsorships read.

ROOM 7609:
We received a long distance dedication for Simple Minds "Don't You (Forget About Me)".
The person that makes the dedication (ML Elrick) finally connects with the show to explain how he's going to write off his trip up north.
Marc declares the documentary "Brats" on Hulu to be horrible.
Meanwhile, Shawn feels that the Brat Pack films do not hold up to today's standards.
Elrick explains the feed back he received on his most recent "On Guard" column in the Free Press comparing Kwame Kilpatrick to Donald Trump.
We force Joey to show his comic wrap skills to work. Check out his newest music video here.
Shawn fills us in on what he's been writing about... and it's a lot of Detroit Pistons news.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60580926Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:46:30 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick is out of town again. The Substitutes fill in to cover the mystery of Craig Monroe, BET & ESPN award failures, and the Brat Pack. STRAIGHT DOPE: Erika Erickson is back to fill in for our forgotten host ML Elrick....
STRAIGHT DOPE: Erika Erickson is back to fill in for our forgotten host ML Elrick.
She introduces us to another one of her friends- local comic Joey Hamood.
Self prescribed klutz Ericka spilled coffee all over herself right before we start reminding Marc about the time WRIF treated the Drew and Mike morning show like children by providing them sippy cups. Former Detroit Tiger player and broadcaster Craig Monroe was accused of some pretty horrific crimes by a women whose family he lived with while he was in the minor leagues.
We discuss the accusations and wonder - Why did it take the media so long to report on the accusations? Where is Craig Monroe? Who do we believe?
Fox 2 reporter and Ericka's friend Jessica Dupnack was the first member of the mainstream media to report on the story. 
How long should it take the media to vet an allegation made on social media? Shawn proposes that an alleged victim should never be named.

GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Cast your vote for this week's biggest "geek".
Choice number 1- MGM casino for not paying out a progressive Black Jack win.
Choice number 2- ESPN for awarding not-a-Prince Harry an ESPY.
Choice number 3- BET for honoring OJ Simpson.

Shawn interrupts a heavy conversation to make sure we get our sponsorships read.

ROOM 7609:
We received a long distance dedication for Simple Minds "Don't You (Forget About Me)".
The person that makes the dedication (ML Elrick) finally connects with the show to explain how he's going to write off his trip up north.
Marc declares the documentary "Brats" on Hulu to be horrible.
Meanwhile, Shawn feels that the Brat Pack films do not hold up to today's standards.
Elrick explains the feed back he received on his most recent "On Guard" column in the Free Press comparing Kwame Kilpatrick to Donald Trump.
We force Joey to show his comic wrap skills to work. Check out his newest music video here.
Shawn fills us in on what he's been writing about... and it's a lot of Detroit Pistons news.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at 4822bet,brats,craig,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,espn,fox,free,freep,hamood,mgm,michigan,ml,monroe,press,tigers,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com 
STRAIGHT DOPE
ML returned from Greece just in time to spend an evening with Kwame Kilpatrick, who flew in from Atlanta to promote Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. But before he tells all about that memorable encounter, Paul Egan of the Detroit Free Press zooms in to discuss the latest potential sex scandal brew in Lansing.
Paul and Free Press colleague Arpan Lobo have been digging into the curious case of Charlevoix Republican state Rep. Neil Friske, who was arrested by Lansing Police, setting off a flurry of rumors about what he was up to. Details are hard to come by, but rumors are flying about some kind of encounter with a dancer from Déjà Vu, a gun and a media conspiracy to take down one of the most conservative members of the Michigan Legislature.
For those of you unfamiliar with the exotic arts, ML explains what he learned about Déjà Vu from his college roommates.
Paul says Friske has proclaimed his innocence, even though no charges have been filed. Paul obtained a heavily-redacted copy of a police report on the incident. Just about the only words that weren’t blacked out referenced first degree criminal sexual assault. Read his latest here.
ML wasn’t quite invited, but multiple people shared invitations to an event featuring Kwame Kilpatrick in Farmington so he decided to drop in. He’s planning to tell folks all about it in his next “On Guard” column for the Detroit Free Press, but he gives Marc a sneak preview – including how he came to pose for a photo with Hizzoner. Read ML’s latest “On Guard” column here.
While ML was gone, Kilpatrick endorsed Donald Trump for president. He doubled down on the Trumpster as ML and a roomful of conservative white and Black activists listened intently. Hear what Kilpatrick had to say about Trump and why he doesn’t think Joe Biden is fit to lead the free world.
Shawn zooms in late to discuss his column about Tom Gores being late and, somehow, misses the irony. Then he engages in an epic case of whataboutism by citing ML’s timeliness. Read Shawn’s column here.
Shawn and Marc ask ML about his trip to Greece and what he liked best about his two-week sojourn. ML offers a couple tidbits, but says he treasures the best friends he met: Beer and souvlaki.
Shawn thinks ML has a lot of wisdom to share from his travels. ML is not so sure, believing that the more he talks about his trips the more people will think he’s a privileged prick who spends all his time galavanting all over the globe. Tell us what YOU think at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
Please support ML’s many excursions and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon.
Drew Lane makes a cameo to discuss a New Wave gem he recently unearthed and shared with ML, who says he’s afraid to play it on the show unless Drew Wave agrees to come on to defend him against Shawn and Marc.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
Yacht-riding punks who set off wildfires on a Greek island by playing with fireworks in the middle of a heatwave are this week’s international geeks.

ROOM 7609
Listener David takes a shot at ML when he suggests the Kings of Leon’s cover of Eagles of Death Metal’s “I Love You All the Time.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
We don’t just want your money, we want your feedback. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)
 
LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
 
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!  When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!  Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60506733Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:10:56 +0000ML ElrickML reunites with Kwame Kilpatrick, but first Free Press investigator Paul Egan tells Marc and ML about a state rep who may have gotten frisky with a stripper before Shawn tries zooming in multiple times.   STRAIGHT DOPE ML returned from Greece just in... 
STRAIGHT DOPE
ML returned from Greece just in time to spend an evening with Kwame Kilpatrick, who flew in from Atlanta to promote Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. But before he tells all about that memorable encounter, Paul Egan of the Detroit Free Press zooms in to discuss the latest potential sex scandal brew in Lansing.
Paul and Free Press colleague Arpan Lobo have been digging into the curious case of Charlevoix Republican state Rep. Neil Friske, who was arrested by Lansing Police, setting off a flurry of rumors about what he was up to. Details are hard to come by, but rumors are flying about some kind of encounter with a dancer from Déjà Vu, a gun and a media conspiracy to take down one of the most conservative members of the Michigan Legislature.
For those of you unfamiliar with the exotic arts, ML explains what he learned about Déjà Vu from his college roommates.
Paul says Friske has proclaimed his innocence, even though no charges have been filed. Paul obtained a heavily-redacted copy of a police report on the incident. Just about the only words that weren’t blacked out referenced first degree criminal sexual assault. Read his latest here.
ML wasn’t quite invited, but multiple people shared invitations to an event featuring Kwame Kilpatrick in Farmington so he decided to drop in. He’s planning to tell folks all about it in his next “On Guard” column for the Detroit Free Press, but he gives Marc a sneak preview – including how he came to pose for a photo with Hizzoner. Read ML’s latest “On Guard” column here.
While ML was gone, Kilpatrick endorsed Donald Trump for president. He doubled down on the Trumpster as ML and a roomful of conservative white and Black activists listened intently. Hear what Kilpatrick had to say about Trump and why he doesn’t think Joe Biden is fit to lead the free world.
Shawn zooms in late to discuss his column about Tom Gores being late and, somehow, misses the irony. Then he engages in an epic case of whataboutism by citing ML’s timeliness. Read Shawn’s column here.
Shawn and Marc ask ML about his trip to Greece and what he liked best about his two-week sojourn. ML offers a couple tidbits, but says he treasures the best friends he met: Beer and souvlaki.
Shawn thinks ML has a lot of wisdom to share from his travels. ML is not so sure, believing that the more he talks about his trips the more people will think he’s a privileged prick who spends all his time galavanting all over the globe. Tell us what YOU think at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
Please support ML’s many excursions and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon.
Drew Lane makes a cameo to discuss a New Wave gem he recently...]]>5144egan,elrick,fox,free,freep,friske,greece,kilpatrick,kwame,news,paul,press,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com 
STRAIGHT DOPE:
June 17th, 1994 was a famous day in the history of sports- OJ Simpson’s bronco chase, Game 5 of the New York Knicks/Houston Rockets NBA Finals, the New York Rangers parade, Arnold Palmer’s final US Open, and more.

Unsurprisingly, Shawn had little interest in OJ’s chase and murder trial. 

Mr. Television Eli and Mr. Newspaper Shawn compare the difference in how different the mediums treated each other before the advent of the internet.
 
Eli examines the worshiping of sports figures. Find out why Yogi Berra was the first to collapse the hero facade for Eli. 

For better and worse, sports has become the new religion in America. Are athletes more celebrated today than 100 years ago?
 
Caitlin Clark has become the savior of the WNBA, but the WNBA players seem to not want her to be around. Did Babe Ruth, Tiger Woods, or Lionel Messi face this similar type of backlash? 

The 2024 US Open featured a major choke job that will haunt Rory McIlroy forever. 
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Former Detroit Lion & current Kansas City Chief DT Isaiah Buggs was arrested May 30th for animal cruelty in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This past weekend Isaiah was arrested again for domestic violence and burglary. His agent dismissed the charges as  a "subversive campaign" to force the closure of the hookah lounge he owns in Tuscaloosa.
 
ROOM 7609: June 17 is also the 20th anniversary of the Detroit Pistons’ parade celebrating their victory in the NBA Finals.  The only way to celebrate is to remember one of the best worst songs of all time- The Final Countdown by Europe. 
 
Eli remembers one of his greatest Father’s Day ever- watching Jim Bunning throw a perfect game in 1964.  No-hitters seem to be no big deal these days.
 
College sports might be the ultimate example of sports becoming the new religion. 
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60423893Tue, 18 Jun 2024 14:47:47 +0000ML ElrickEli Zaret pinch hits for the vacationing ML Elrick. We examine how sports has become the new religion.   STRAIGHT DOPE: June 17th, 1994 was a famous day in the history of sports- OJ Simpson’s bronco chase, Game 5 of the New York Knicks/Houston Rockets... 
STRAIGHT DOPE:
June 17th, 1994 was a famous day in the history of sports- OJ Simpson’s bronco chase, Game 5 of the New York Knicks/Houston Rockets NBA Finals, the New York Rangers parade, Arnold Palmer’s final US Open, and more.

Unsurprisingly, Shawn had little interest in OJ’s chase and murder trial. 

Mr. Television Eli and Mr. Newspaper Shawn compare the difference in how different the mediums treated each other before the advent of the internet.
 
Eli examines the worshiping of sports figures. Find out why Yogi Berra was the first to collapse the hero facade for Eli. 

For better and worse, sports has become the new religion in America. Are athletes more celebrated today than 100 years ago?
 
Caitlin Clark has become the savior of the WNBA, but the WNBA players seem to not want her to be around. Did Babe Ruth, Tiger Woods, or Lionel Messi face this similar type of backlash? 

The 2024 US Open featured a major choke job that will haunt Rory McIlroy forever. 
 
GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Former Detroit Lion & current Kansas City Chief DT Isaiah Buggs was arrested May 30th for animal cruelty in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This past weekend Isaiah was arrested again for domestic violence and burglary. His agent dismissed the charges as  a "subversive campaign" to force the closure of the hookah lounge he owns in Tuscaloosa.
 
ROOM 7609: June 17 is also the 20th anniversary of the Detroit Pistons’ parade celebrating their victory in the NBA Finals.  The only way to celebrate is to remember one of the best worst songs of all time- The Final Countdown by Europe. 
 
Eli remembers one of his greatest Father’s Day ever- watching Jim Bunning throw a perfect game in 1964.  No-hitters seem to be no big deal these days.
 
College sports might be the ultimate example of sports becoming the new religion. 
 
DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3940brady,clark,eli,elrick,fox,free,freep,ml,news,open,press,religion,sports,tiger,us,wdiv,windsor,wjbk,wrif,zaretfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Shawn waltzes into the show about 10 minutes late after telling us he was 10 minutes away 30 minutes ago. Apparently, Shawn chooses driving safety over making the podcast on time.

Jessica has recently taken over hosting The Edge at 11PM on WJBK.  We go through some of the more bizarre stories that she has recently covered. Including the Taylor woman that cheated on her husband with the family dog and maggots that rained down on an international flight to Detroit.

It turns out that Reddit and TikTok are a treasure trove for news stories. Jessica enlightens us to another website that helped her bust some local public masturbators. Although it doesn't seem like the evil serial Target ejaculator used the site.

One of Erika's "favorite" and horrific stories that Jessica covered was the cannibal that made "ball soup" with his victim's testicles.  

Erika loves True Crime stories and recently appeared on Max's Mean Girl Murders.  Find out what other show she will be contributing to before we dive into the saga of TikTok's favorite murderer Gypsy Rose Blanchard.

Shawn used to be a newspaper crime reporter and he recounts the story of the "urine filled brain".

Erika wanted to be a criminal profiler before she "aged out".  She now uses her powers to analyze her friends' dates. There is a consensus that social media is turning society into narcissists and ego maniacs.

Who wants to wear a suit anymore?  Or "khakis and polo shirts"?  Or Lululemon pants? Or use a Stanley Cup?

Become a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: 
A particular person in the room had a ticket for the exclusive concert Eminem produced for Ford's Central Train Station grand opening.  Thankfully, Jessica attended the event to give us a breakdown and make Erika more jealous.

ROOM 7609:
Before getting into this week's selection we learn about the "Boner Army" that is amassing in the area. Marc picks a song that might be fairly well known, but it's not one of the first Clash songs that comes to people's minds.

FEEDBACK:
Erika recently participated in the Jamie Samuelsen Strikeout Colon Cancer Celebrity Softball game in Troy.  We have video to prove that she is indeed an "athletic klutz".
We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60343466Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:37:05 +0000ML ElrickWhile ML is gone on his big fat Greek getaway, Erika Erickson takes over the show and brings part of her Army with her- Jessica Dupnack from Fox 2 News.  Shawn Windsor eventually rolls in after a battle with a lug nut. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn waltzes...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Shawn waltzes into the show about 10 minutes late after telling us he was 10 minutes away 30 minutes ago. Apparently, Shawn chooses driving safety over making the podcast on time.

Jessica has recently taken over hosting The Edge at 11PM on WJBK.  We go through some of the more bizarre stories that she has recently covered. Including the Taylor woman that cheated on her husband with the family dog and maggots that rained down on an international flight to Detroit.

It turns out that Reddit and TikTok are a treasure trove for news stories. Jessica enlightens us to another website that helped her bust some local public masturbators. Although it doesn't seem like the evil serial Target ejaculator used the site.

One of Erika's "favorite" and horrific stories that Jessica covered was the cannibal that made "ball soup" with his victim's testicles.  

Erika loves True Crime stories and recently appeared on Max's Mean Girl Murders.  Find out what other show she will be contributing to before we dive into the saga of TikTok's favorite murderer Gypsy Rose Blanchard.

Shawn used to be a newspaper crime reporter and he recounts the story of the "urine filled brain".

Erika wanted to be a criminal profiler before she "aged out".  She now uses her powers to analyze her friends' dates. There is a consensus that social media is turning society into narcissists and ego maniacs.

Who wants to wear a suit anymore?  Or "khakis and polo shirts"?  Or Lululemon pants? Or use a Stanley Cup?

Become a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: 
A particular person in the room had a ticket for the exclusive concert Eminem produced for Ford's Central Train Station grand opening.  Thankfully, Jessica attended the event to give us a breakdown and make Erika more jealous.

ROOM 7609:
Before getting into this week's selection we learn about the "Boner Army" that is amassing in the area. Marc picks a song that might be fairly well known, but it's not one of the first Clash songs that comes to people's minds.

FEEDBACK:
48612,detroit,dupnak,elrick,erika,erikson,fox,free,freep,jessica,michigan,news,press,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comSTRAIGHT DOPE:  High Energy Shawn says he’s having trouble getting going because of a change in our routine. Then he announces that he’s in a hurry to wrap up the show so, of course, he immediately abandons the game plan for some random thoughts – including asking ML and Marc if they prefer routine to randomness. Somehow, ML ends up comparing himself to James Bond, or at least that’s how Windsor, Shawn Windsor sees it.
It’s not easy to get around Mackinac Island, but ML almost always gets a free bike on loan from his friend Louie, the lead singer of Hot Carl and the Cleveland Steamers. Marc says that’s gross, but it’s not clear whether he’s referring to exercise or the band…or both.
ML’s bike riding prompts some bystanders to compare him to one of the world’s greatest, but also most diabolical, athletes. Listen to learn who … and what ML fires back at the wags.
When he wasn’t dodging horse apples and curbside comedians, ML was talking to leading officials about what Michigan can to do help police politicians who like to take money but don’t like to do the right thing with it. He writes about it in his latest On Guard column, which includes references to Honeydukes and The Spider-Man Shop, where a scurrilous politician allegedly spent some dough that was supposed to help people who weren’t his friends and family. Read all about it here.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has generated plenty of controversy since she was first elected in 2018, but Marc wants to know what she’s accomplished. ML provides some details, as well as revisiting some of the criticism he’s leveled at Madam General.
ML-a-culpa. Or at least that’s what we’re calling ML’s effort to apologize to a state employee he feels he didn’t do right by, even though Shawn keeps trying to let ML off the hook. If you’re keeping track at home, this is the FIRST time ever that Shawn has tried to let ML off the hook.
Marc, Shawn and ML debate the matter of how can you trust government if you can’t trust the people running it? Shawn offers a vigorous position, then seems to agree with ML and Shawn. Kinda. Listen and decide for yourself.
Because ML wants some kind of squirrel reference in each show after Shawn expressed his fascination with the tufted-tail rodents, he brings up a topic involving nuts. And how some creatures can live longer without them. What would YOU choose?
Nut up and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: A bad driver who shoots a woman he almost ran over is this week’s geek – and we’re hoping that’s not the worst thing to happen to him after John Law gets through with him.
ROOM 7609: DJ Dan takes us back to Trapper’s Alley and a momentous night in the nearby Shelter when he books PiL into the New Wave suite to perform “FFF.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
FEEDBACK: The debate over remote work and return to office continues, while a listener chides ML for mixing his near brush with a trip to Marine boot camp with Memorial Day. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60274313Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:19:13 +0000ML ElrickML dodged every kind of horseshit during a political confab on Mackinac Island, then debates Shawn on whether government works without good people. Marc injects some much needed common sense into the conversation. STRAIGHT DOPE:  High Energy Shawn...STRAIGHT DOPE:  High Energy Shawn says he’s having trouble getting going because of a change in our routine. Then he announces that he’s in a hurry to wrap up the show so, of course, he immediately abandons the game plan for some random thoughts – including asking ML and Marc if they prefer routine to randomness. Somehow, ML ends up comparing himself to James Bond, or at least that’s how Windsor, Shawn Windsor sees it.
It’s not easy to get around Mackinac Island, but ML almost always gets a free bike on loan from his friend Louie, the lead singer of Hot Carl and the Cleveland Steamers. Marc says that’s gross, but it’s not clear whether he’s referring to exercise or the band…or both.
ML’s bike riding prompts some bystanders to compare him to one of the world’s greatest, but also most diabolical, athletes. Listen to learn who … and what ML fires back at the wags.
When he wasn’t dodging horse apples and curbside comedians, ML was talking to leading officials about what Michigan can to do help police politicians who like to take money but don’t like to do the right thing with it. He writes about it in his latest On Guard column, which includes references to Honeydukes and The Spider-Man Shop, where a scurrilous politician allegedly spent some dough that was supposed to help people who weren’t his friends and family. Read all about it here.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has generated plenty of controversy since she was first elected in 2018, but Marc wants to know what she’s accomplished. ML provides some details, as well as revisiting some of the criticism he’s leveled at Madam General.
ML-a-culpa. Or at least that’s what we’re calling ML’s effort to apologize to a state employee he feels he didn’t do right by, even though Shawn keeps trying to let ML off the hook. If you’re keeping track at home, this is the FIRST time ever that Shawn has tried to let ML off the hook.
Marc, Shawn and ML debate the matter of how can you trust government if you can’t trust the people running it? Shawn offers a vigorous position, then seems to agree with ML and Shawn. Kinda. Listen and decide for yourself.
Because ML wants some kind of squirrel reference in each show after Shawn expressed his fascination with the tufted-tail rodents, he brings up a topic involving nuts. And how some creatures can live longer without them. What would YOU choose?
Nut up and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK: A bad driver who shoots a woman he almost ran over is this week’s geek – and we’re hoping that’s not the worst thing to happen to him after John Law gets through with him.
ROOM 7609: DJ Dan takes us back to Trapper’s Alley and a momentous night in the nearby Shelter when he books PiL into the New Wave suite to perform “FFF.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.
FEEDBACK: The debate over remote work and return to office continues, while a listener chides ML for mixing his near brush with a trip to Marine boot camp...]]>4871benson,detroit,drew,elrick,free,freep,island,mackinac,michigan,mike,nessel,news,policy,politics,press,scam,whitmer,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML, Marc and Shawn get together a day early to record this week’s episode on Memorial Day so ML can head up to Mackinac Island on Tuesday for the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference, an annual confab where politicos, business leaders and the media mingle on an island that was covered with horseshit BEFORE they got there.

Shawn asks ML how people react when he makes the scene, prompting ML to recount the time he and a news crew went to the policy conference looking for someone who had eluded them on the mainland – and how they almost got the wrong guy.

Get the bell ready! ML says that in the midst of the furor over the Manoogian Mansion rumor, Kwame Kilpatrick and his team showed up on the island in force to create the impression that it was business as usual in city hall.

ML explains how what’s on the official agenda is rarely the reason people head to Mackinac … and how it’s what goes on behind closed doors that is really where business gets done.

Memorial Day is, as its name suggests, a time to remember those who gave all. ML, Marc and Shawn salute our soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect us and the rights we enjoy.

A college course set ML on course to spend a summer in the Marine’s Platoon Leadership Class, before he changed his mind and had to talk his way out of it. It’s a decision he has regretted ever since. Shawn and ML agree that America would be better off if all teenagers were required to do a year of national service. What do YOU think?

Even though he never spent a day in the service, ML had a couple experiences while undergoing his pre-enlistment physical that he’ll never forget. Listen and learn.

Marc spent the early part of his weekend at Cedar Point and shares his personal connection with a tragedy that occurred at the amusement park’s newest attraction.

Other than hosting the Soul of Detroit, ML doesn’t like roller coasters. But that doesn’t mean he isn’t a thrill-seeker, as he demonstrates by sharing his experience bungee jumping at Coney Island.

One of the reasons ML doesn’t like roller coasters is a trip he took to Six Flags back in the late 90s. It was a trip that left his head spinning. Listen and learn why.

Shawn may become known as “Mr. Corndog” after this week’s episode. ML and Marc still aren’t sure what grape jelly has to do with it, though.

ML discusses his latest “On Guard” column, which exposes the misfits who derailed congressional candidate Adam Hollier’s campaign. Read all about it here.

Join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: After picking on a billionaire last week, ML changes course and HONORS a billionaire who taught college graduates a valuable lesson at their commencement.

ROOM 7609: Shawn’s squirrel fancying gives listener Kevin the opening he’s been waiting for to declare his love for “For Squirrels,” including their REM-esque ditty “Go On Up.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Friend of the Show Matt Jennings salutes Shawn’s epic Mother’s Day column, which you can read here.

Listener Scott faults ML for rambling in a series of emails that are, um, rambling.

We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60198786Tue, 28 May 2024 15:04:19 +0000ML ElrickML tells Marc and Shawn how he almost joined the Marines – and how he avoided wearing pink skivvies while waiting with hundreds of other recruits in downtown Detroit. STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML, Marc and Shawn get together a day early to record this week’s...
STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML, Marc and Shawn get together a day early to record this week’s episode on Memorial Day so ML can head up to Mackinac Island on Tuesday for the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Mackinac Policy Conference, an annual confab where politicos, business leaders and the media mingle on an island that was covered with horseshit BEFORE they got there.

Shawn asks ML how people react when he makes the scene, prompting ML to recount the time he and a news crew went to the policy conference looking for someone who had eluded them on the mainland – and how they almost got the wrong guy.

Get the bell ready! ML says that in the midst of the furor over the Manoogian Mansion rumor, Kwame Kilpatrick and his team showed up on the island in force to create the impression that it was business as usual in city hall.

ML explains how what’s on the official agenda is rarely the reason people head to Mackinac … and how it’s what goes on behind closed doors that is really where business gets done.

Memorial Day is, as its name suggests, a time to remember those who gave all. ML, Marc and Shawn salute our soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect us and the rights we enjoy.

A college course set ML on course to spend a summer in the Marine’s Platoon Leadership Class, before he changed his mind and had to talk his way out of it. It’s a decision he has regretted ever since. Shawn and ML agree that America would be better off if all teenagers were required to do a year of national service. What do YOU think?

Even though he never spent a day in the service, ML had a couple experiences while undergoing his pre-enlistment physical that he’ll never forget. Listen and learn.

Marc spent the early part of his weekend at Cedar Point and shares his personal connection with a tragedy that occurred at the amusement park’s newest attraction.

Other than hosting the Soul of Detroit, ML doesn’t like roller coasters. But that doesn’t mean he isn’t a thrill-seeker, as he demonstrates by sharing his experience bungee jumping at Coney Island.

One of the reasons ML doesn’t like roller coasters is a trip he took to Six Flags back in the late 90s. It was a trip that left his head spinning. Listen and learn why.

Shawn may become known as “Mr. Corndog” after this week’s episode. ML and Marc still aren’t sure what grape jelly has to do with it, though.

ML discusses his latest “On Guard” column, which exposes the misfits who derailed congressional candidate Adam Hollier’s campaign. Read all about it here.

Join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: After picking on a billionaire last week, ML changes course and HONORS a billionaire who taught college graduates a valuable lesson at their commencement.

ROOM 7609: Shawn’s squirrel fancying gives listener Kevin the opening he’s been waiting for to declare his love for “For Squirrels,” including their REM-esque ditty “Go On Up.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to 4469cedar,day,drew,elrick,fox,free,marines,memorial,point,press,undies,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/office-politicks-may-21-2024--60118806
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML’s personal crusade to get people to return to work pits him against remote work advocate Shawn who says people are more productive when they work from home. ML cites the Unabomber (a U-M grad) as someone who worked from home VERY productively. Shawn also thinks it’s swell that kids connect virtually to play video games and communicate. ML and Marc beg to differ.

In the midst of a vigorous debate, Shawn somehow works in a plug for his latest column. In classic contradictory Windsor manner, Shawn, who hates making predictions, is pleased as punch with his predictions for the outcome of each game the Detroit Lions will play next season. If you know Shawn, you won’t be surprised by the basis on which he makes those predictions. Read all about it here.

Shawn says the modern workplace is changing and that people are more productive working from home. ML counters with two recent examples of how working in the same space with colleagues improved their work – including how a colleague helped him figure out the identity of a key player in a burgeoning political scandal.

While the fur is flying in Red Shovel Network studios, ML and Marc play a clip from “Anchor Man” inspired by the strange obsession Shawn revealed at the top of last week’s show. Patreon subscribers who pony up a measley $5 a month can watch the clip, while the cheapskates will have to be satisfied just listening.

Marc and ML discuss the scheme that may get multiple candidates kicked off the ballot. Like in 2022, when multiple Republican gubernatorial candidates got kicked off the ballot, it involves fraudulent petition signatures. This time, it could cost a congressional candidate his chance to take on Congressman Shri Thanedar and might even wipe out every Republican candidate for U.S. Senate. Read ML’s column here.

ML hit the streets in search of two people at the center of the petition problems that might end Adam Hollier’s congressional campaign. Hear what happens when he lands on the doorsteps of the places where they claim to live.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has been very careful to protect her image as an elected official above partisan politics. But her decision to endorse Hollier could become a problem for Michigan’s top election official. ML explains why.

Shawn asks Marc if the benefits of binge watching outweigh losing the communal experience of watching movies together. The discussion leads ML and Marc to offer their reviews of “Sugar,” the AppleTV limited series starring Colin Farrell. If you haven’t watched it yet, pay close attention to the countdown before ML and Marc reveal massive plot twists.

"Sugar" may be sweet, but nothing is sweetering than joining the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A billionaire who triggered the Barbra Streisand effect is this week’s geek. Patreon subscribers can see why!

ROOM 7609: Listener Tod inspires Shawn to sit through an entire song AND triggers a protracted genealogy of Ann Arbor punk bands Shawn knew personally. For once, it’s ML who doesn’t dig the music after the Laughing Hyenas check into the New Wave suite and leave a “Stain.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Ultimate friend of the show (and SOD alumni) Matt Jennings loves the intros. (They ARE pretty sweet!) We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60118806Tue, 21 May 2024 18:44:45 +0000ML ElrickShawn comes to the studio and insists he’s more productive working from home. Then Marc plays audio of ML’s futile search for the people responsible for derailing congressional candidate Adam Hollier.  STRAIGHT DOPE: ML’s personal crusade to get...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML’s personal crusade to get people to return to work pits him against remote work advocate Shawn who says people are more productive when they work from home. ML cites the Unabomber (a U-M grad) as someone who worked from home VERY productively. Shawn also thinks it’s swell that kids connect virtually to play video games and communicate. ML and Marc beg to differ.

In the midst of a vigorous debate, Shawn somehow works in a plug for his latest column. In classic contradictory Windsor manner, Shawn, who hates making predictions, is pleased as punch with his predictions for the outcome of each game the Detroit Lions will play next season. If you know Shawn, you won’t be surprised by the basis on which he makes those predictions. Read all about it here.

Shawn says the modern workplace is changing and that people are more productive working from home. ML counters with two recent examples of how working in the same space with colleagues improved their work – including how a colleague helped him figure out the identity of a key player in a burgeoning political scandal.

While the fur is flying in Red Shovel Network studios, ML and Marc play a clip from “Anchor Man” inspired by the strange obsession Shawn revealed at the top of last week’s show. Patreon subscribers who pony up a measley $5 a month can watch the clip, while the cheapskates will have to be satisfied just listening.

Marc and ML discuss the scheme that may get multiple candidates kicked off the ballot. Like in 2022, when multiple Republican gubernatorial candidates got kicked off the ballot, it involves fraudulent petition signatures. This time, it could cost a congressional candidate his chance to take on Congressman Shri Thanedar and might even wipe out every Republican candidate for U.S. Senate. Read ML’s column here.

ML hit the streets in search of two people at the center of the petition problems that might end Adam Hollier’s congressional campaign. Hear what happens when he lands on the doorsteps of the places where they claim to live.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has been very careful to protect her image as an elected official above partisan politics. But her decision to endorse Hollier could become a problem for Michigan’s top election official. ML explains why.

Shawn asks Marc if the benefits of binge watching outweigh losing the communal experience of watching movies together. The discussion leads ML and Marc to offer their reviews of “Sugar,” the AppleTV limited series starring Colin Farrell. If you haven’t watched it yet, pay close attention to the countdown before ML and Marc reveal massive plot twists.

"Sugar" may be sweet, but nothing is sweetering than joining the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A billionaire who triggered the Barbra Streisand effect is this week’s geek. Patreon subscribers can see why!

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STRAIGHT DOPE: On her way to a gig in Washington, D.C., super Free Press intern Amelia Benavides-Colon revisits the show to talk about ANOTHER cult in Michigan, this one created to help people get off drugs. But first, Shawn explains how he uses the interaction between students and squirrels as a barometer for social norms.
Synanon started in California before heading to Detroit, where it had its only Midwest chapter. But before we get to that, a discussion about the appropriateness of Red Hot Chili Peppers’ frontman Anthony Keidis’ relationship with a 19-year-old dominates the conversation. ML suggests not dating anyone whose parents might have been your classmate, then shares a former roommate’s brush with Flea in East Lansing.
The cult is the subject of a documentary on Max, but first everyone does their Jerry Seinfeld impression while discussing the Duke University students who walked out on Seinfeld during his commencement speech.
By the time Amelia FINALLY gets to talk about the Synanon, she explains its ties to Alcoholics Anonymous and its unusual approach to helping people kick their drug addictions by playing “The Game.”
“The Game” doesn’t sound like much fun. It could last for days and involved hurling insults. It was a lot like this podcast, only longer.
All this addiction talk inspires Shawn to ask Marc if he’s ever taken heroin … and a whole bunch of other drugs. Listen to learn Marc’s answer.
Marc then launches into the weighty topic of whether it’s worse to be murdered or (fill in the blank). If you think “murder” is the obvious answer, you might be surprised by what you hear.
Synanon founder Chuck Dederich finally got in trouble with the law. So he put a snake in the mailbox of a prosecutor. Learn more about charming Charles, including his shifting position on the importance of marriage among cult members.
Read Amelia’s story here.
Amelia wrote many amazing stories this year, and ends her stay at the Free Press with a humdinger about roadside attractions. Read it here.
ML also has a new column, this one telling the story of a man who helped get Mike Duggan elected Detroit mayor in 2013 who is now at the center of a petition fiasco that could get multiple candidates thrown off the ballot. Read On Guard here.
Skip the cult and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML considers naming Duke students who booed Seinfeld or the guy who punched Steve Buscemi GOW, but instead comes up with a scheme that allows him to say the name “General Booty” over and over.

ROOM 7609: Listener Joe references a recent episode by booking the Hard Lessons in the New Wave suite to perform “Feel Alright.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: City Connect jerseys, overpriced coffee pots, and the connection between “Clerks” and innocent victims of the Death Star destruction dominate this week’s mail. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60031583Tue, 14 May 2024 18:28:16 +0000ML ElrickThe Synanon cult had a branch in Detroit where addicts played “The Game,” which Amelia Benavides-Colon describes to Marc and ML while Shawn waxes poetic about the squirrels in Ann Arbor. STRAIGHT DOPE: On her way to a gig in Washington, D.C., super...
STRAIGHT DOPE: On her way to a gig in Washington, D.C., super Free Press intern Amelia Benavides-Colon revisits the show to talk about ANOTHER cult in Michigan, this one created to help people get off drugs. But first, Shawn explains how he uses the interaction between students and squirrels as a barometer for social norms.
Synanon started in California before heading to Detroit, where it had its only Midwest chapter. But before we get to that, a discussion about the appropriateness of Red Hot Chili Peppers’ frontman Anthony Keidis’ relationship with a 19-year-old dominates the conversation. ML suggests not dating anyone whose parents might have been your classmate, then shares a former roommate’s brush with Flea in East Lansing.
The cult is the subject of a documentary on Max, but first everyone does their Jerry Seinfeld impression while discussing the Duke University students who walked out on Seinfeld during his commencement speech.
By the time Amelia FINALLY gets to talk about the Synanon, she explains its ties to Alcoholics Anonymous and its unusual approach to helping people kick their drug addictions by playing “The Game.”
“The Game” doesn’t sound like much fun. It could last for days and involved hurling insults. It was a lot like this podcast, only longer.
All this addiction talk inspires Shawn to ask Marc if he’s ever taken heroin … and a whole bunch of other drugs. Listen to learn Marc’s answer.
Marc then launches into the weighty topic of whether it’s worse to be murdered or (fill in the blank). If you think “murder” is the obvious answer, you might be surprised by what you hear.
Synanon founder Chuck Dederich finally got in trouble with the law. So he put a snake in the mailbox of a prosecutor. Learn more about charming Charles, including his shifting position on the importance of marriage among cult members.
Read Amelia’s story here.
Amelia wrote many amazing stories this year, and ends her stay at the Free Press with a humdinger about roadside attractions. Read it here.
ML also has a new column, this one telling the story of a man who helped get Mike Duggan elected Detroit mayor in 2013 who is now at the center of a petition fiasco that could get multiple candidates thrown off the ballot. Read On Guard here.
Skip the cult and join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML considers naming Duke students who booed Seinfeld or the guy who punched Steve Buscemi GOW, but instead comes up with a scheme that allows him to say the name “General Booty” over and over.

ROOM 7609: Listener Joe references a recent episode by booking the Hard Lessons in the New Wave suite to perform “Feel Alright.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you...]]>5453addiction,cult,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,media,michigan,ml,news,press,synanon,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crumbley-lawyer-speaks-may-7-2024--59903920
STRAIGHT DOPE: She might not be a lot of fun at parties that don’t involve deep discussions of constitutional law, but Mariell Lehman is still mighty interesting to anyone who wonders what it was like to defend James Crumbley, the father of Oxford High School massacre shooter Ethan Crumbley.
Mariell spent 2½ years representing James Crumbley in a case that she says was unlike just about any other she’s ever handled. For starters, she said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald began making decisions about the case long before the evidence was in. Mariell says it was part of a pattern that seemed more about ruining the Crumbleys’ reputation than administering justice.
Mariell offers lots of revelations -- including that she originally wanted to be a prosecutor and that she really likes James Crumbley.
Marc asks Mariell whether she has been targeted by people outraged about the Crumbley case. She shares stories about the keyboard warriors (who ML prefers to call keyboard cowards).
The Crumbley case made history because of the charges filed against the parents, but there were plenty of other unusual occurrences, such as the judge waiting until the last minute to announce whether mom Jennifer Crumbley or dad James Crumbley would go on trial first. Mariell discusses how she handled all the curve balls.
Did Jennifer Crumbley’s decision to testify in her case – and her conviction – impact Mariell’s strategy for defending James Crumbley? Listen and learn.
ML asks Mariell what happens to the pets, the homes and anyone or anything else dependent on people who get locked up? Mariell says life – and a lot of sales – goes on.
Mariell says the prosecution’s agreement not to prosecute school officials came as a surprise to defense attorneys – and had a significant impact on the way they handled their cases. She explains why.
Another potential blow to the defense was the judge’s decision to move the cases forward even after Ethan Crumbley’s last-minute decision not to testify in his parents’ case. Mariell explains why that was a big deal – and how there was nothing defense attorneys could do to stop it.
The judge issued a gag order early in the Crumbley case, but it’s not clear whether the prosecutor’s decision to give a documentary film crew access to her team may have impacted that gag order or the case itself. Mariell gives her take, while ML wonders whether the judge expressed any concerns. This also gives him a chance to work in this week’s Kwame Kilpatrick reference.  
Listen for some instant classic Shawn drops from last week’s episode with Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports that capture Shawn’s feelings about a former lover … and, quite possibly, how he feels about his podcast partners.
Marc asks a deep question about innocent victims of Luke Skywalker’s assault on the Death Star, inspiring ML to trot out his lame imitation of Mark Hamill’s spot-on imitation of Harrison Ford.
Please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:Nike screws up yet ANOTHER new set of jerseys, earning no style points but Geek of the Week honors for the Tigers lame new City Connect gear.
ROOM 7609: Spartan Steve shares a story and dedicates Elvis Hitler’s “Live Fast, Die Young” to Shawn. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Facebook Frank frankly doesn’t like ML and Karen wonders why the “watchdog” hasn’t followed up on a big scoop by the competition. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59903920Tue, 07 May 2024 18:48:47 +0000ML ElrickJames Crumbley’s attorney breaks her silence to describe a prosecution that often seemed more like a smear campaign, while ML and Marc dive deep into defense strategy and what it’s like to represent the reviled. STRAIGHT DOPE: She might not be a lot...
STRAIGHT DOPE: She might not be a lot of fun at parties that don’t involve deep discussions of constitutional law, but Mariell Lehman is still mighty interesting to anyone who wonders what it was like to defend James Crumbley, the father of Oxford High School massacre shooter Ethan Crumbley.
Mariell spent 2½ years representing James Crumbley in a case that she says was unlike just about any other she’s ever handled. For starters, she said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald began making decisions about the case long before the evidence was in. Mariell says it was part of a pattern that seemed more about ruining the Crumbleys’ reputation than administering justice.
Mariell offers lots of revelations -- including that she originally wanted to be a prosecutor and that she really likes James Crumbley.
Marc asks Mariell whether she has been targeted by people outraged about the Crumbley case. She shares stories about the keyboard warriors (who ML prefers to call keyboard cowards).
The Crumbley case made history because of the charges filed against the parents, but there were plenty of other unusual occurrences, such as the judge waiting until the last minute to announce whether mom Jennifer Crumbley or dad James Crumbley would go on trial first. Mariell discusses how she handled all the curve balls.
Did Jennifer Crumbley’s decision to testify in her case – and her conviction – impact Mariell’s strategy for defending James Crumbley? Listen and learn.
ML asks Mariell what happens to the pets, the homes and anyone or anything else dependent on people who get locked up? Mariell says life – and a lot of sales – goes on.
Mariell says the prosecution’s agreement not to prosecute school officials came as a surprise to defense attorneys – and had a significant impact on the way they handled their cases. She explains why.
Another potential blow to the defense was the judge’s decision to move the cases forward even after Ethan Crumbley’s last-minute decision not to testify in his parents’ case. Mariell explains why that was a big deal – and how there was nothing defense attorneys could do to stop it.
The judge issued a gag order early in the Crumbley case, but it’s not clear whether the prosecutor’s decision to give a documentary film crew access to her team may have impacted that gag order or the case itself. Mariell gives her take, while ML wonders whether the judge expressed any concerns. This also gives him a chance to work in this week’s Kwame Kilpatrick reference.  
Listen for some instant classic Shawn drops from last week’s episode with Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports that capture Shawn’s feelings about a former lover … and, quite possibly, how he feels about his podcast partners.
Marc asks a deep question about innocent victims of Luke Skywalker’s assault on the Death Star, inspiring ML to trot out his lame imitation of Mark Hamill’s spot-on imitation of Harrison Ford.
Please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK:Nike screws up yet ANOTHER new set of jerseys, earning no style points but Geek of the Week honors for the Tigers lame new City Connect gear.
ROOM 7609: Spartan Steve shares a story and dedicates Elvis Hitler’s “Live Fast, Die Young” to Shawn. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why...]]>5828falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: We start this week’s show trying to celebrate Shawn, whose outstanding work for the Detroit Free Press was honored with a third place award for sports opinion writing in the prestigious National Headliner Awards. Shawn tries to downplay it but, like Ron Burgundy, he really IS kind of a big deal. Read his superlative work here.

Dan returns to the basement just in time for ML to inadvertently revive the Caitlin Clark discussion when he makes the mistake of mentioning that Burt Reynolds, in this week’s intro, is wearing 22 in the movie “Semi Tough,” then noting that it’s the same number he wore in “The Longest Yard.” As luck would have it, 22 is also Clark’s number.

That conversation turns to controversy stirred up when a sports writer for the Indianapolis Star rather awkwardly welcomed Clark to Indy, where she landed as the top pick in the WBNA draft. Read his apology here.

Dan and Marc bemoan the fact that more people are paying attention to that tempest in a teapot instead of another huge story out of Indianapolis: The FBI’s agreement to pay more than $100 million to Larry Nassar’s victims.

Dan discusses how the FBI did virtually nothing to investigate or stop Nassar from abusing young gymnasts – and may have even prevented other authorities from stopping the diabolical doctor. Read his column here.

Detroit is still basking in the afterglow of a successful NFL Draft. Dan, Marc, Shawn and ML discuss what went well, and why Detroit could reap the benefits of throwing a great party for years to come.

Please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn finished third in the national sports writing competition. The person who keeps finishing number two a Dearborn cemetery is this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609: DJ Dan introduces us to a side of the Thompson Twins by booking “Squares and Triangles” into the New Wave suite. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Shawn on NPR, Lee Chatfield faces criminal charges and revisiting the Super Bowl XL murder is on your minds. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59738470Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:09:38 +0000ML ElrickDan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports stops in to talk about an epic FBI fail and Detroit’s epic performance as host of the NFL Draft while Marc joins in and ML types Shawn’s national sports writing award. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: We start this week’s show trying to celebrate Shawn, whose outstanding work for the Detroit Free Press was honored with a third place award for sports opinion writing in the prestigious National Headliner Awards. Shawn tries to downplay it but, like Ron Burgundy, he really IS kind of a big deal. Read his superlative work here.

Dan returns to the basement just in time for ML to inadvertently revive the Caitlin Clark discussion when he makes the mistake of mentioning that Burt Reynolds, in this week’s intro, is wearing 22 in the movie “Semi Tough,” then noting that it’s the same number he wore in “The Longest Yard.” As luck would have it, 22 is also Clark’s number.

That conversation turns to controversy stirred up when a sports writer for the Indianapolis Star rather awkwardly welcomed Clark to Indy, where she landed as the top pick in the WBNA draft. Read his apology here.

Dan and Marc bemoan the fact that more people are paying attention to that tempest in a teapot instead of another huge story out of Indianapolis: The FBI’s agreement to pay more than $100 million to Larry Nassar’s victims.

Dan discusses how the FBI did virtually nothing to investigate or stop Nassar from abusing young gymnasts – and may have even prevented other authorities from stopping the diabolical doctor. Read his column here.

Detroit is still basking in the afterglow of a successful NFL Draft. Dan, Marc, Shawn and ML discuss what went well, and why Detroit could reap the benefits of throwing a great party for years to come.

Please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon 
GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn finished third in the national sports writing competition. The person who keeps finishing number two a Dearborn cemetery is this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609: DJ Dan introduces us to a side of the Thompson Twins by booking “Squares and Triangles” into the New Wave suite. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Shawn on NPR, Lee Chatfield faces criminal charges and revisiting the Super Bowl XL murder is on your minds. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at 4474detroit,draft,elrick,fbi,football,fox,free,michigan,nassar,nfl,press,windsor,wrif,yahoofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/super-unsolved-mystery-april-23-2024--59618197
STRAIGHT DOPE:
The entire city is amped up about the NFL Draft coming to Detroit, and ML has a story about an 18-year-old cold case including interviews with cops who worked the case and the victim’s family, so of course Yawn Windsor gets the show started with musings on people who take trips by themselves. For the rest of the world, here’s a link to ML’s On Guard column.

ML’s mention of Tecumseh – the hometown of a 24-year-old woman murdered in downtown Detroit during Super Bowl XL – reminds Shawn of a story he did with Jim Schaefer back in 2006 about a creepy high school coach from the small town that includes the epic line: “…how you going to play the Dizzle like that?”

When the conversation FINALLY turns to ML’s latest investigation, he and Marc get caught up on the case of Kyle Smith, a 24-year-old woman who was shot to death on Woodward Avenue a day before Super Bowl XL. ML and Marc discuss Smith’s fascinating life, which included a heroin addiction and a brush with one of the most notorious cops in recent history: Robocop.

Smith was standing outside the Good Life Lounge when she was shot by a man she bumped into around 1:30 a.m. on Feb. 4, 2006. ML discusses what happened next.

Police had a suspect in Smith’s murder, but couldn’t break his alibi. Smith’s family wonders whether Robocop might have been involved, since Smith testified against him in one of the biggest police corruption cases in recent Detroit history. The jury didn’t convict any of the officers, and Smith slept with a sawed-off shotgun under her mattress out of fear Robocop might seek his revenge.

Marc asks whether the killing could have been a hit. ML shares some details from an investigator on the case that suggest it could have been more than a random shooting.

ML shares some homicide statistics that reveal how murders have gone down since 2006, then shares one statistic that hasn’t changed.

Marc asks about the other person shot when Smith was killed. ML shares what the man’s father said about the aftermath of the tragedy.

Not everyone ML contacted would talk about Smith’s murder. Two people who blew him off were former Detroit Police Chief Ella Bully-Cummings and current Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate, who used to be a police spokesman. Listen and learn why ML thought they had something to share.

Please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
A Chipotle customer who shot a employee in a dispute over guacamole is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609
Music for Pleasure checks into the New Wave suite to spend some “Time.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
Hear from a cop about police double-speak, ML’s height and readers who question ML’s fairness and timing. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR USSupport us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARNFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59618197Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:14:13 +0000ML ElrickDid Detroit sweep a murder under the red carpet it rolled out for the NFL during Super Bowl XL? ML, Marc and Shawn discuss a cold case that police officials once described as a “delayed arrest.” Even if that was a legit law enforcement term, the delay...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
The entire city is amped up about the NFL Draft coming to Detroit, and ML has a story about an 18-year-old cold case including interviews with cops who worked the case and the victim’s family, so of course Yawn Windsor gets the show started with musings on people who take trips by themselves. For the rest of the world, here’s a link to ML’s On Guard column.

ML’s mention of Tecumseh – the hometown of a 24-year-old woman murdered in downtown Detroit during Super Bowl XL – reminds Shawn of a story he did with Jim Schaefer back in 2006 about a creepy high school coach from the small town that includes the epic line: “…how you going to play the Dizzle like that?”

When the conversation FINALLY turns to ML’s latest investigation, he and Marc get caught up on the case of Kyle Smith, a 24-year-old woman who was shot to death on Woodward Avenue a day before Super Bowl XL. ML and Marc discuss Smith’s fascinating life, which included a heroin addiction and a brush with one of the most notorious cops in recent history: Robocop.

Smith was standing outside the Good Life Lounge when she was shot by a man she bumped into around 1:30 a.m. on Feb. 4, 2006. ML discusses what happened next.

Police had a suspect in Smith’s murder, but couldn’t break his alibi. Smith’s family wonders whether Robocop might have been involved, since Smith testified against him in one of the biggest police corruption cases in recent Detroit history. The jury didn’t convict any of the officers, and Smith slept with a sawed-off shotgun under her mattress out of fear Robocop might seek his revenge.

Marc asks whether the killing could have been a hit. ML shares some details from an investigator on the case that suggest it could have been more than a random shooting.

ML shares some homicide statistics that reveal how murders have gone down since 2006, then shares one statistic that hasn’t changed.

Marc asks about the other person shot when Smith was killed. ML shares what the man’s father said about the aftermath of the tragedy.

Not everyone ML contacted would talk about Smith’s murder. Two people who blew him off were former Detroit Police Chief Ella Bully-Cummings and current Detroit City Council President Pro Tem James Tate, who used to be a police spokesman. Listen and learn why ML thought they had something to share.

Please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK
A Chipotle customer who shot a employee in a dispute over guacamole is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609
Music for Pleasure checks into the New Wave suite to spend some “Time.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK
Hear from a cop about police double-speak, ML’s height and readers who question ML’s fairness and timing. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at 5275falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Marc creates another outstanding intro with matching video starring ML and Shawn in a trailer originally featuring Roger Moore and Stacey Keach, which you can only see if you’re a Patreon supporter donating $5 a month. ML wonders whether he is Moore or Keach. Shawn offers his answer.
Eli barely says hello before Shawn takes over the show, turning it into a Caitlin Clark and women’s NCAA basketball love fest. ML tries to reassert control, but Eli and Marc tell him to stand down.
The Detroit Pistons season ended, mercifully. Eli opines on his experience with the team and ML says Tom Gores is one of the worst owners in professional sports for keeping a GM who couldn’t win and a coach who didn’t want to coach.
Did Tarik Skubal blow his chance at the Cy Young on Opening Day?  Who even suggested such a preposterous thing? The crew discusses.Eli weighs in on the Tigers broadcast teams and ML tells a Craig Monroe story that turned him into a fan. Get Eli’s take. (Spoiler alert: If you're not Ernie Harwell, Eli isn't impressed)
ML asks Eli why so many Michigan Wolverine coaches are getting busted for drunken driving. Marc says there’s nothing to see here. 
Fritz Peterson, a New York Yankees pitcher who traded families with a fellow Yankees hurler in 1973, died. ML asks Eli to reflect on the public outcry at the time but, in another act of defiance, Eli prefers to talk about Dennis Eckersley and Rick Manning’s complicated relations with Eck’s wife.
Speaking of great causes, please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is a known micro-manager, so why is he clowning a top appointee for building a new city landmark that Hizzoner claims he still hasn’t seen? The landmark may not win any awards, but Duggan takes home this week’s geek honors.

ROOM 7609:
The Suburbs check into the New Wave suite to perform “Waiting,” then ML asks Marc and Shawn if they know what the lead singer and Bill Clinton may have had in common. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK:
The media and Dan Gilbert are on your mind this week. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59493537Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:55:59 +0000ML ElrickEli Zaret zooms in to talk about a major league wife swap, Caitlin Clark, the Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons and whatever the hell else he wants. (Hey, he's Eli!) STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc creates another outstanding intro with matching video starring ML and...
STRAIGHT DOPE:
Marc creates another outstanding intro with matching video starring ML and Shawn in a trailer originally featuring Roger Moore and Stacey Keach, which you can only see if you’re a Patreon supporter donating $5 a month. ML wonders whether he is Moore or Keach. Shawn offers his answer.
Eli barely says hello before Shawn takes over the show, turning it into a Caitlin Clark and women’s NCAA basketball love fest. ML tries to reassert control, but Eli and Marc tell him to stand down.
The Detroit Pistons season ended, mercifully. Eli opines on his experience with the team and ML says Tom Gores is one of the worst owners in professional sports for keeping a GM who couldn’t win and a coach who didn’t want to coach.
Did Tarik Skubal blow his chance at the Cy Young on Opening Day?  Who even suggested such a preposterous thing? The crew discusses.Eli weighs in on the Tigers broadcast teams and ML tells a Craig Monroe story that turned him into a fan. Get Eli’s take. (Spoiler alert: If you're not Ernie Harwell, Eli isn't impressed)
ML asks Eli why so many Michigan Wolverine coaches are getting busted for drunken driving. Marc says there’s nothing to see here. 
Fritz Peterson, a New York Yankees pitcher who traded families with a fellow Yankees hurler in 1973, died. ML asks Eli to reflect on the public outcry at the time but, in another act of defiance, Eli prefers to talk about Dennis Eckersley and Rick Manning’s complicated relations with Eck’s wife.
Speaking of great causes, please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon
GEEK OF THE WEEK:
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is a known micro-manager, so why is he clowning a top appointee for building a new city landmark that Hizzoner claims he still hasn’t seen? The landmark may not win any awards, but Duggan takes home this week’s geek honors.

ROOM 7609:
The Suburbs check into the New Wave suite to perform “Waiting,” then ML asks Marc and Shawn if they know what the lead singer and Bill Clinton may have had in common. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK:
The media and Dan Gilbert are on your mind this week. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US:
Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN:
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes,...]]>6135caitlyn,clark,detroit,eil,elrick,fox,fox2,free,freep,michigan,news,podcast,press,redwings,tigers,windsor,wrif,zaretfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc is solely responsible for this week’s intro video and audio selection, which explains why he has cast ML in a new version of the Steve Martin classic “The Jerk.” ML responds by telling Marc and Shawn he doesn’t need anything … except maybe this chair, this Thermos, this remote control and this dog. Only it turns out he doesn’t need this dog…

Christophe Zajac-Denek launched his career in the entertainment industry as a drummer in the Detroit band Hard Lessons. After six years without breaking through, he moved to LA and turned to acting to help pay his bills. Surprisingly, his plan seems to be working, with roles in “Twin Peaks” and the new “Sasquatch Sunset.” If you don’t recognize his name, you may recognize him by his 4-foot-4 stature. Christophe tells ML, Marc and Shawn about life as a little person and how he hopes his documentary will make a big difference.

Christophe has found a lot of different gigs in Hollywood, including a recurring role on "Jimmy Kimmel Live." He describes many of those roles as “foams,” meaning he is inside a foam costume. ML asks him how many star vehicles there are for little people who aren’t named Peter Dinklage or Warrick Davis. Christophe discusses the challenges.

Marc inquires what it was like to work on “Sasquatch Sunset,” a new movie that has plenty of Yetis but no dialogue. Christophe has third billing, behind Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough. After the show, Marc showed ML the trailer which starts with, to put it mildly, an rather unconventional clip.

ML asks Christophe how he deals with people staring at him, a topic he discusses at length in his “Standing on Water” documentary.

Marc asks Christophe to share some of the stupid questions people ask him, and Christophe tells a funny story that occurred while shopping at Honey Bee Market.Dating is so tough for little people that Christophe says 99 percent of women are not interested in him and the 1 percent who are have problems. ML, who is over 6-foot-1, tells Christophe he has the same problem. So they make plans to hit the town together next time Christophe is in Detroit.

Check out Christophe’s podcast, “I’m Kind of a Big Deal” using this link.

Meet Christophe this weekend when he comes to promote his film and the Freep Film Festival. Find out more about the festival, including how to get tickets and participate in some cool events, here.   You might even run into Shawn there. He’s moderating the discussion panel after “Rouge.”

August Gitschlag and Conrad Maziarz drop by to promote Track Suit 10, their annual charity fundraising party at Whiskey In The Jar in Hamtramck. This week’s gig will be held Saturday, April 13. The party features outrageous track suits, great music, raffles, prize baskets and good times. Find out more on Instagram at Magsuit.Detroit

ML asks Shawn to rate some of the reasons men gave for why they believe they could beat Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark. Listen and learn where ML found these offbeat fellows.

Speaking of great causes, please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: Get more from ML Soul of Detroit on Patreon

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A deadbeat dad’s scheme to dodge a $100,000 child support bill by faking his death ends up costing him more than $250,000 and a potential five-year prison sentence.

ROOM 7609: Michael Penn is the best-looking and most talented Penn brother (sorry, Sean and Chris!). But is he New Wave? ML books “No Myth” into the New Wave suite and asks Marc and Shawn for their take. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: Lauren asks ML to help explain why the traditionally conservative Detroit News is slamming Republicans and, potentially, being confused with the traditionally liberal Detroit Free Press. A discussion of the difference between the news and opinion pages follows. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59372827Tue, 09 Apr 2024 18:46:12 +0000ML ElrickA star of “Sasquatch Sunset” talks Detroit, Hollywood, surfing and the documentary he stars in during the Freep Film Festival, which kicks off this weekend. Then ML, Marc and Shawn meet two guys using garish track suits to raise money for charity...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc is solely responsible for this week’s intro video and audio selection, which explains why he has cast ML in a new version of the Steve Martin classic “The Jerk.” ML responds by telling Marc and Shawn he doesn’t need anything … except maybe this chair, this Thermos, this remote control and this dog. Only it turns out he doesn’t need this dog…

Christophe Zajac-Denek launched his career in the entertainment industry as a drummer in the Detroit band Hard Lessons. After six years without breaking through, he moved to LA and turned to acting to help pay his bills. Surprisingly, his plan seems to be working, with roles in “Twin Peaks” and the new “Sasquatch Sunset.” If you don’t recognize his name, you may recognize him by his 4-foot-4 stature. Christophe tells ML, Marc and Shawn about life as a little person and how he hopes his documentary will make a big difference.

Christophe has found a lot of different gigs in Hollywood, including a recurring role on "Jimmy Kimmel Live." He describes many of those roles as “foams,” meaning he is inside a foam costume. ML asks him how many star vehicles there are for little people who aren’t named Peter Dinklage or Warrick Davis. Christophe discusses the challenges.

Marc inquires what it was like to work on “Sasquatch Sunset,” a new movie that has plenty of Yetis but no dialogue. Christophe has third billing, behind Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough. After the show, Marc showed ML the trailer which starts with, to put it mildly, an rather unconventional clip.

ML asks Christophe how he deals with people staring at him, a topic he discusses at length in his “Standing on Water” documentary.

Marc asks Christophe to share some of the stupid questions people ask him, and Christophe tells a funny story that occurred while shopping at Honey Bee Market.Dating is so tough for little people that Christophe says 99 percent of women are not interested in him and the 1 percent who are have problems. ML, who is over 6-foot-1, tells Christophe he has the same problem. So they make plans to hit the town together next time Christophe is in Detroit.

Check out Christophe’s podcast, “I’m Kind of a Big Deal” using this link.

Meet Christophe this weekend when he comes to promote his film and the Freep Film Festival. Find out more about the festival, including how to get tickets and participate in some cool events, here.   You might even run into Shawn there. He’s moderating the discussion panel after “Rouge.”

August Gitschlag and Conrad Maziarz drop by to promote Track Suit 10, their annual charity fundraising party at Whiskey In The Jar in Hamtramck. This week’s gig will be held Saturday, April 13. The party features outrageous track suits, great music, raffles, prize baskets and good times. Find out more on Instagram at Magsuit.Detroit

ML asks Shawn to rate some of the reasons men gave for why they believe they could beat Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark. Listen and learn where ML found these offbeat fellows.

Speaking of great causes, please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: 5559detroit,elrick,fest,film,fox,freep,michigan,podcast,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Last week, we had the Beauty: Reporter extraordinaire Erika Erickson. This week, we were expecting the Beast … but Shawn cheated us. Again!
They call him the Golden Ruhl. Or at least ML thinks they should. Either way, play-by-play man Neal Ruhl was at the center of the college basketball world when the Oakland Golden Grizzlies upset the legendary Kentucky Wildcats and coach John Calipari in March Madness. Neal takes us behind the scenes on what it was like for that wild ride.
Marc asks Neal whether he believed Oakland could beat mighty Kentucky. Listen and learn which one of these broadcast veterans made the right call.
Neal wears a lot of hats. In addition to his work for Oakland University, he calls games for Detroit City Football Club and hosts a show on Woodward Sports with former Detroit Red Wing Darren McCarty. Catch their show Big D Energy here.
Oakland coach Greg Kampe was a man in demand after his team pulled off an epic upset. Neal tells us how Kamp juggled all of the requests for his time – and prepared his team for N.C. State, a team they took to overtime. No other team in the tourney has played N.C. State so tough. The Wolfpack just beat Duke to advance to the Final Four.
Jack Gohlke went from nobody to overnight sensation by drilling 3-pointers for Oakland University. So when the NIL offers came pouring in, he didn’t have professional help to deal with them. Instead, he turned to some unlikely advisers. Neal tells us all about it.
Al Michaels became a broadcasting legend after his “Do you believe in miracles? Yes!” call at the 1980 Olympics when the U.S. men’s hockey team beat the Soviets. ML asks Neal how he prepared for the biggest moment of his broadcasting career.
Oakland’s season is done, but Neal never stops. He’s calling Detroit City Football Club games. He tells us where to watch DCFC for free and on cable.
For once, Shawn is not packing his bag to watch one of our local sports teams. So ML and Marc ask him where he’s headed next. Shawn says Vegas, but will he tell us what he expects to happen in Vegas?
Shawn asks who is the biggest star still playing college basketball during March Madness. His answer will surprise anyone … anyone who doesn’t know Shawn, that is.
Shawn doesn't like the word "bum" -- especially when it applies to the Detroit Pistons' draft options. Find out why,
Marc asks Shawn to weigh in on ML’s response to a troll who dragged ML into an X battle after Marc’s Michigan Wolverines defeated ML’s Michigan State Spartans in the NCAA college hockey tournament. Shawn says ML was “factually correct,” but then sides with the forces of evil in the never-ending effort to take a good man down!
ML asks a pertinent question: Who is the little brother – the one who lets his accomplishments speak for themselves, or the one who has to tell everyone “Look at what I did, Daddy?” whenever something goes his way.
Big brothers, little brothers, sisters of all kinds, please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Two women from Ashtabula, Ohio who must have watched “Weekend at Bernie’s” are this week’s geeks – and Marc points out they’re not the only geeks from Ashtabula!

ROOM 7609: DJ Weiser offered ML two choices: Van Halen or Toaster. ML had never heard of Toaster, and after he shares his opinion on Van Halen, you’ll know why he chose to play “Talk Is Cheap.” Then Marc defends VH while Shawn disses ska. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: David sympathizes with ML’s concerns about seeing Bent Carrot adds, revealing that he has the same concern when he sees Rail Road Spike ads. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59263811Tue, 02 Apr 2024 17:53:40 +0000ML ElrickAs the voice of the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, Neal Ruhl had a front row seat for one of the best stories to come out of March Madness. He tells Marc and ML what it was like to travel with Cinderella while Cinder-Fella Shawn waits to zoom in. STRAIGHT...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Last week, we had the Beauty: Reporter extraordinaire Erika Erickson. This week, we were expecting the Beast … but Shawn cheated us. Again!
They call him the Golden Ruhl. Or at least ML thinks they should. Either way, play-by-play man Neal Ruhl was at the center of the college basketball world when the Oakland Golden Grizzlies upset the legendary Kentucky Wildcats and coach John Calipari in March Madness. Neal takes us behind the scenes on what it was like for that wild ride.
Marc asks Neal whether he believed Oakland could beat mighty Kentucky. Listen and learn which one of these broadcast veterans made the right call.
Neal wears a lot of hats. In addition to his work for Oakland University, he calls games for Detroit City Football Club and hosts a show on Woodward Sports with former Detroit Red Wing Darren McCarty. Catch their show Big D Energy here.
Oakland coach Greg Kampe was a man in demand after his team pulled off an epic upset. Neal tells us how Kamp juggled all of the requests for his time – and prepared his team for N.C. State, a team they took to overtime. No other team in the tourney has played N.C. State so tough. The Wolfpack just beat Duke to advance to the Final Four.
Jack Gohlke went from nobody to overnight sensation by drilling 3-pointers for Oakland University. So when the NIL offers came pouring in, he didn’t have professional help to deal with them. Instead, he turned to some unlikely advisers. Neal tells us all about it.
Al Michaels became a broadcasting legend after his “Do you believe in miracles? Yes!” call at the 1980 Olympics when the U.S. men’s hockey team beat the Soviets. ML asks Neal how he prepared for the biggest moment of his broadcasting career.
Oakland’s season is done, but Neal never stops. He’s calling Detroit City Football Club games. He tells us where to watch DCFC for free and on cable.
For once, Shawn is not packing his bag to watch one of our local sports teams. So ML and Marc ask him where he’s headed next. Shawn says Vegas, but will he tell us what he expects to happen in Vegas?
Shawn asks who is the biggest star still playing college basketball during March Madness. His answer will surprise anyone … anyone who doesn’t know Shawn, that is.
Shawn doesn't like the word "bum" -- especially when it applies to the Detroit Pistons' draft options. Find out why,
Marc asks Shawn to weigh in on ML’s response to a troll who dragged ML into an X battle after Marc’s Michigan Wolverines defeated ML’s Michigan State Spartans in the NCAA college hockey tournament. Shawn says ML was “factually correct,” but then sides with the forces of evil in the never-ending effort to take a good man down!
ML asks a pertinent question: Who is the little brother – the one who lets his accomplishments speak for themselves, or the one who has to tell everyone “Look at what I did, Daddy?” whenever something goes his way.
Big brothers, little brothers, sisters of all kinds, please join the Soul Patrol by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Two women from Ashtabula, Ohio who must have watched “Weekend at Bernie’s” are this week’s geeks – and Marc...]]>4604falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE:  Erika Erickson joins ML, Marc and Shawn as we mark a milestone: 250 episodes of ML’s Soul of Detroit. And what better way to mark such an august occasion than a discussion of decomposing bodies. But what do you expect when you’ve got three reporters on a show with a producer who loves true crime and legal matters?

Erika, who is now a communications specialist, can still be seen on a TV near you. She tells about her upcoming star turn on a true crime show that recounts a story she covered while working at Fox 2 Detroit. The chilling case involves an honor roll student who stabbed a classmate in a Warren high school.
Of course, this provokes a story from ML about how a scandal kept him out of the National Honor Society.Erika and Shawn swap stories about what it’s like to be in a courtroom when someone is convicted. Erika is still shaken by the eyes of the high school murderer. Find out why.

Marc accuses ML of fetish-shaming after the discussion turns to weirdos who obsess over things like the feet of women on TV. Erika says she and her friends get some very odd requests … none of which they fulfill!

ML impresses Erika by knowing what TRL stands for after Erika shares how she was on MTV back in high school. She didn’t get to meet Carson Daly and still has some hard feelings over how her mom made her go back to school instead of hanging out in NYC for another day.

Long before she became a TV reporter, Erika was a figure skater. She recalls her days of messing with her coach by flying around the rink when she should have been working on her double axels.

What do the MSU Board of Trustees have in common with the French version of the movie poster for “Dumb & Dumber?” ML explains in his latest “On Guard” column for the Detroit Free Press. Read it here.If you missed Erika’s last appearance on the show, check it out here.

Speaking of the Soul Patrol … PLEASE support our show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A candidate who gave his concession speech before the polls closed didn’t win his race, but he can celebrate being this week’s geek!ROOM 7609Listener Joe K tells a great story about Washington Social Club and inspires us to play their “Charlie the Russian” track. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59184384Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:48:04 +0000ML ElrickErika Erickson celebrates our 250th episode as we stay classy Detroit with a graphic conversation about dead bodies, crazy women with knives, placenta recipes and scandals that kept ML out of the National Honor Society. STRAIGHT DOPE:  Erika Erickson...
STRAIGHT DOPE:  Erika Erickson joins ML, Marc and Shawn as we mark a milestone: 250 episodes of ML’s Soul of Detroit. And what better way to mark such an august occasion than a discussion of decomposing bodies. But what do you expect when you’ve got three reporters on a show with a producer who loves true crime and legal matters?

Erika, who is now a communications specialist, can still be seen on a TV near you. She tells about her upcoming star turn on a true crime show that recounts a story she covered while working at Fox 2 Detroit. The chilling case involves an honor roll student who stabbed a classmate in a Warren high school.
Of course, this provokes a story from ML about how a scandal kept him out of the National Honor Society.Erika and Shawn swap stories about what it’s like to be in a courtroom when someone is convicted. Erika is still shaken by the eyes of the high school murderer. Find out why.

Marc accuses ML of fetish-shaming after the discussion turns to weirdos who obsess over things like the feet of women on TV. Erika says she and her friends get some very odd requests … none of which they fulfill!

ML impresses Erika by knowing what TRL stands for after Erika shares how she was on MTV back in high school. She didn’t get to meet Carson Daly and still has some hard feelings over how her mom made her go back to school instead of hanging out in NYC for another day.

Long before she became a TV reporter, Erika was a figure skater. She recalls her days of messing with her coach by flying around the rink when she should have been working on her double axels.

What do the MSU Board of Trustees have in common with the French version of the movie poster for “Dumb & Dumber?” ML explains in his latest “On Guard” column for the Detroit Free Press. Read it here.If you missed Erika’s last appearance on the show, check it out here.

Speaking of the Soul Patrol … PLEASE support our show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here. 

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A candidate who gave his concession speech before the polls closed didn’t win his race, but he can celebrate being this week’s geek!ROOM 7609Listener Joe K tells a great story about Washington Social Club and inspires us to play their “Charlie the Russian” track. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to...]]>4706falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: What do ML Elrick and Iggy Pop have in common? Besides being rock stars, they are both owners of the Detroit City Football Club – the homegrown soccer team known as Le Rouge. Le Rouge started its season with a win last weekend and hosts its home opener this Saturday. So ML and Marc invite team founder and CEO Sean Mann to Red Shovel HQ to discuss the upcoming season. Find out more about DCFC at http://www.detcityfc.com.

After ML says his ownership shares are essentially worthless, Sean corrects him and reveals that the team will create a marketplace this year for owners to sell their shares – or buy more. BTW, Sean said there are 100,000 shares, which is why he’s not too worried about taking orders from ML, who owns 5 measly shares.

It’s been nearly a decade since DCFC moved from Cass Tech High School in downtown Detroit to Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck, and the team has outgrown its beloved stadium. Sean says the team needs a new 10,000- to 12,000-seat stadium that will cost $100 million. So does that mean Keyworth’s days are numbered? Listen and learn.

Marc and Shawn dismiss ML’s suggestion that he and Iggy could become the next Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney of “Welcome to Wrexham” fame, but Sean says the reality show about a Welsh minor league soccer team has had a dramatic impact on interest in soccer.  

DCFC plays in the USL Championship – the second highest level of professional soccer in America. They are also the easiest to see on free TV. DCFC will appear on CBS four times and on ESPN once. All other games will be on CBS Channel 62 or Channel 50. BTW, the top tier of U.S. professional soccer – MLS -- is available only to Apple TV subscribers who pay extra for the soccer package. So it will be easier to see DCFC than Lionel Messi.

No discussion of DCFC is complete without checking on the Northern Guard Supporters. ML speculates that some of their cheers could keep network censors busy. Sean provides an update on NSG, including some of the concerns about Hamtramck politics.

DCFC lost about a $1 million two years ago, and lost about $2 million last year. So is the team in danger of folding? Hear what Sean has to say about the future of Le Rouge.

There is a new benefit for season ticketholders who can’t make DCFC games – ML explains how to make sure you never waste your ducats.

Shawn creates a buzz with his debatably inappropriate question of Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo. Even his colleague Mick McCabe – the Son of Swami – was giving Our Shawn a hard time. See Shawn ask Izzo his question here.

Baseball is the only major league sport in which the managers dress like the players. ML suggests that Izzo would not look great in shorts and a tank top, but says Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell already looks like he’s wearing football pads.

Speaking of the Soul Patrol … PLEASE support our show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML is sick of the “bent carrot” commercials that interrupt “Tokyo Vice.” Listen and learn how this week’s geek is also ruining ML’s appetite for salad.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike says he inspired Another Girl to create a video for their song “Sometimes.” Patreon subscribers can watch the video after ML share’s Mike’s story. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59103529Tue, 19 Mar 2024 18:58:30 +0000ML ElrickDCFC CEO Sean Mann joins ML and Marc for our annual “State of the Team” episode, discussing everything from Le Rouge's new national TV deal to the Northern Guard Supporters to the team’s future as it outgrows Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck. The “other”...
STRAIGHT DOPE: What do ML Elrick and Iggy Pop have in common? Besides being rock stars, they are both owners of the Detroit City Football Club – the homegrown soccer team known as Le Rouge. Le Rouge started its season with a win last weekend and hosts its home opener this Saturday. So ML and Marc invite team founder and CEO Sean Mann to Red Shovel HQ to discuss the upcoming season. Find out more about DCFC at http://www.detcityfc.com.

After ML says his ownership shares are essentially worthless, Sean corrects him and reveals that the team will create a marketplace this year for owners to sell their shares – or buy more. BTW, Sean said there are 100,000 shares, which is why he’s not too worried about taking orders from ML, who owns 5 measly shares.

It’s been nearly a decade since DCFC moved from Cass Tech High School in downtown Detroit to Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck, and the team has outgrown its beloved stadium. Sean says the team needs a new 10,000- to 12,000-seat stadium that will cost $100 million. So does that mean Keyworth’s days are numbered? Listen and learn.

Marc and Shawn dismiss ML’s suggestion that he and Iggy could become the next Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney of “Welcome to Wrexham” fame, but Sean says the reality show about a Welsh minor league soccer team has had a dramatic impact on interest in soccer.  

DCFC plays in the USL Championship – the second highest level of professional soccer in America. They are also the easiest to see on free TV. DCFC will appear on CBS four times and on ESPN once. All other games will be on CBS Channel 62 or Channel 50. BTW, the top tier of U.S. professional soccer – MLS -- is available only to Apple TV subscribers who pay extra for the soccer package. So it will be easier to see DCFC than Lionel Messi.

No discussion of DCFC is complete without checking on the Northern Guard Supporters. ML speculates that some of their cheers could keep network censors busy. Sean provides an update on NSG, including some of the concerns about Hamtramck politics.

DCFC lost about a $1 million two years ago, and lost about $2 million last year. So is the team in danger of folding? Hear what Sean has to say about the future of Le Rouge.

There is a new benefit for season ticketholders who can’t make DCFC games – ML explains how to make sure you never waste your ducats.

Shawn creates a buzz with his debatably inappropriate question of Michigan State Spartans men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo. Even his colleague Mick McCabe – the Son of Swami – was giving Our Shawn a hard time. See Shawn ask Izzo his question here.

Baseball is the only major league sport in which the managers dress like the players. ML suggests that Izzo would not look great in shorts and a tank top, but says Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell already looks like he’s wearing football pads.

Speaking of the Soul Patrol … PLEASE support our show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get...]]>4940falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-perfect-bore-march-12-2024--59020156
STRAIGHT DOPE:  Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, ML returns from Dublin, where he received a certificate from the Guinness Storehouse for pouring a “beautiful pint” and spent some time at a pub along the River Liffey where he met a Texan trying to sell whiskey to the Irish. Will it work? We’ll find out later. In the meantime, Tex bought ML a couple of whiskeys that were way better than anything ML would have bought himself.

Then, moments before Shawn boards a flight, he regales Marc and ML with his views on appropriate airport dress. He also delivers a little good news to his fellow travellers: He NEVER wears his shorts on a flight.

ML asks Marc and Shawn what kind of movies they watch on the plane, then explains why he favors old movies – a habit that led him to make a joyful discovery while watching Christopher Walken and his movie son in “Batman Returns.” Yawn Windsor also highlights a favorite Walken moment from the Tim Burton film.

Marc praises Shawn on his recent column about Detroit Pistons General Manager Troy Weaver’s rant at an irate fan. Read all about it here. 

For all the hand-wringing we do about heated rivalries like the one between the Spartans and Wolverines, ML says our beefs don’t compare to soccer fans. His trip to watch Tottenham Hotspur in London taught him some dos and don’ts about what you can wear to the pub or to the game.

Listen and learn how a bargain ML thought he landed for an AirBNB in London almost ended with all of his gear tossed out on the street.

Track suits can be very spiffy, but they are not welcome in certain pubs at certain times in London and Dublin. ML explains why.

Casey Kasem. Jack Palance. Michael Jordan. Orson Welles. ML and Marc play some of their favorite celebrity outtakes. Members of our Patreon Soul Patrol can watch along with the gang.

Speaking of the Soul Patrol … PLEASE support our show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

GEEK OF THE WEEK: George Santos, who misled the nation, is our geek of the week for suing Jimmy Kimmel for misleading him.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo tries to get us hooked on Morphine – the band – by telling us a tale of the time they performed “Candy” at St. Andrew’s Hall. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59020156Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:21:00 +0000ML ElrickML is back from Dublin, where he learned how to pour a perfect pint of Guinness (and drank many imperfect pours). Marc tracks Shawn down at the airport, where he had to be reminded that we have been doing a podcast every Tuesday FOR THE PAST FIVE...
STRAIGHT DOPE:  Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, ML returns from Dublin, where he received a certificate from the Guinness Storehouse for pouring a “beautiful pint” and spent some time at a pub along the River Liffey where he met a Texan trying to sell whiskey to the Irish. Will it work? We’ll find out later. In the meantime, Tex bought ML a couple of whiskeys that were way better than anything ML would have bought himself.

Then, moments before Shawn boards a flight, he regales Marc and ML with his views on appropriate airport dress. He also delivers a little good news to his fellow travellers: He NEVER wears his shorts on a flight.

ML asks Marc and Shawn what kind of movies they watch on the plane, then explains why he favors old movies – a habit that led him to make a joyful discovery while watching Christopher Walken and his movie son in “Batman Returns.” Yawn Windsor also highlights a favorite Walken moment from the Tim Burton film.

Marc praises Shawn on his recent column about Detroit Pistons General Manager Troy Weaver’s rant at an irate fan. Read all about it here. 

For all the hand-wringing we do about heated rivalries like the one between the Spartans and Wolverines, ML says our beefs don’t compare to soccer fans. His trip to watch Tottenham Hotspur in London taught him some dos and don’ts about what you can wear to the pub or to the game.

Listen and learn how a bargain ML thought he landed for an AirBNB in London almost ended with all of his gear tossed out on the street.

Track suits can be very spiffy, but they are not welcome in certain pubs at certain times in London and Dublin. ML explains why.

Casey Kasem. Jack Palance. Michael Jordan. Orson Welles. ML and Marc play some of their favorite celebrity outtakes. Members of our Patreon Soul Patrol can watch along with the gang.

Speaking of the Soul Patrol … PLEASE support our show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

GEEK OF THE WEEK: George Santos, who misled the nation, is our geek of the week for suing Jimmy Kimmel for misleading him.

ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo tries to get us hooked on Morphine – the band – by telling us a tale of the time they performed “Candy” at St. Andrew’s Hall. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money...]]>4646falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everything-s-different-march-5-2024--58935120
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML Elrick had left the building to head over to the UK for some soccer action. Longtime professional broadcaster and friend Eli Zaret joins the show to pick up the heavy lifting.

Catching up on the news: Jury selection in the James Crumbly trial in Oakland County has begun. Follow Tresa Baldas' stories in the Free Press to see if he will face the same fate as his wife.

There was a massive explosion at a factory that rocked Clinton Township last night. It shook houses for miles around. Debris from the disaster took the life of one bystander.

Eli Zaret zooms in from Florida as Marc recounts his first ever experience with him way back in 1997. Eli is coming up on his 74th birthday.
After a long successful career in TV and radio he recollects how much the landscape of media and sports media have changed.

There are too many podcasts and too many content creators. How does anyone break through and make a living?

Shawn points out how in sports the winners of games are now almost secondary to the stories that surround it. Most times the stories and the narratives are what drive people to watch the games. The most recent example being Iowa basketball player Caitlin Clark's scoring record.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: NIL and conference expansion in college football have not ruined the game. Some people are saying it has made the game better. BUT- now the SEC and Big 10 commissioners are going too far. What sport allows a playoff bye before even playing a game?

ROOM 7609: Listener Herman's last pick was 4 years ago and Shawn approved. Will he have the same luck with his most recent choice- King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard?

FEEDBACK: Some people want to eat in the nude and others just want Texas Beans.
Don't forget you can see and hear the show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58935120Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:23:07 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick is MIA, but Eli Zaret is stepping up in his place. Eli, Shawn and Marc marvel at how different everything is... and that's not a bad thing. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML Elrick had left the building to head over to the UK for some soccer action....
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML Elrick had left the building to head over to the UK for some soccer action. Longtime professional broadcaster and friend Eli Zaret joins the show to pick up the heavy lifting.

Catching up on the news: Jury selection in the James Crumbly trial in Oakland County has begun. Follow Tresa Baldas' stories in the Free Press to see if he will face the same fate as his wife.

There was a massive explosion at a factory that rocked Clinton Township last night. It shook houses for miles around. Debris from the disaster took the life of one bystander.

Eli Zaret zooms in from Florida as Marc recounts his first ever experience with him way back in 1997. Eli is coming up on his 74th birthday.
After a long successful career in TV and radio he recollects how much the landscape of media and sports media have changed.

There are too many podcasts and too many content creators. How does anyone break through and make a living?

Shawn points out how in sports the winners of games are now almost secondary to the stories that surround it. Most times the stories and the narratives are what drive people to watch the games. The most recent example being Iowa basketball player Caitlin Clark's scoring record.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: NIL and conference expansion in college football have not ruined the game. Some people are saying it has made the game better. BUT- now the SEC and Big 10 commissioners are going too far. What sport allows a playoff bye before even playing a game?

ROOM 7609: Listener Herman's last pick was 4 years ago and Shawn approved. Will he have the same luck with his most recent choice- King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard?

FEEDBACK: Some people want to eat in the nude and others just want Texas Beans.
Don't forget you can see and hear the show by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML...]]>3779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/organ-ick-february-27-2024--58855119

STRAIGHT DOPE: Our second-ever bonus episode drops this week! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts


ML offers to mediate a workplace controversy that erupted on a recent Drew and Mike Podcast episode before Marc tells him the matter was resolved peacefully.


From Marc’s stories about two of the most famous cranks in the adult film industry to ML’s reminiscences about crank calls, this week’s episode is one of the most eclectic ever!


Voters in Michigan’s presidential primary are forced to choose a party, something ML says caused him to skip the polls this year because he doesn’t want to be aligned with either the Republicans or Democrats. A debate erupts after Marc says he hates it when people tell him that if he doesn’t vote, he can’t complain.


The Chicago Blackhawks retired Chris Chelio’s #7 on Sunday, prompting ML to share a story from his Chicago days and Cheli’s reaction to the USA hockey team’s ignominious performance in the Nagano Olympics.


Bob Cousy or Steph Curry? Bill Russell or LaBron James? Shawn sets the record straight.


A Wayne County contractor with a lucrative government deal was charged with domestic violence, causing ML to dig deep into his relationship with the county and County Executive Warren Evans. He learns Evans, who may run for mayor of Detroit, has his own “friends and family” plan. You can read all about ML’s latest investigation here.


If you love the theme from “Baretta” and great cop show theme songs of the 70s you’ve come to the right place, because we never take our eye off the sparrow!


Could Matthew Modine, Crispin Glover and Eric Stolz be separated at birth. We ponder.


Shawn likes to keep things sophistocated, so he asks Marc and ML: “Have you ever eaten in the nude?” ML and Marc reveal all.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: The OTHER Tony Saunders, who stole a bus and stripped when police tried to arrest him, is this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609: Dave opens our minds – and our ears – to the Foo Fighters’ “Sunday Rain” and its extraordinary lineup. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK: Is it OK for ML to refer to himself as “White Mike?” What, if anything, do Fani Willis and Kwame Kilpatrick have in common? We answer these questions -- and more! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)


LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!


SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!

Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58855119Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:29:20 +0000ML ElrickShawn asks Marc about Ron Jeremy and John Wayne Bobbit before moving on to tantalizing topics like eating nude. ML waits patiently for a chance to talk about his latest government watchdog column about Wayne County’s Friends and Family plan after...

STRAIGHT DOPE: Our second-ever bonus episode drops this week! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts


ML offers to mediate a workplace controversy that erupted on a recent Drew and Mike Podcast episode before Marc tells him the matter was resolved peacefully.


From Marc’s stories about two of the most famous cranks in the adult film industry to ML’s reminiscences about crank calls, this week’s episode is one of the most eclectic ever!


Voters in Michigan’s presidential primary are forced to choose a party, something ML says caused him to skip the polls this year because he doesn’t want to be aligned with either the Republicans or Democrats. A debate erupts after Marc says he hates it when people tell him that if he doesn’t vote, he can’t complain.


The Chicago Blackhawks retired Chris Chelio’s #7 on Sunday, prompting ML to share a story from his Chicago days and Cheli’s reaction to the USA hockey team’s ignominious performance in the Nagano Olympics.


Bob Cousy or Steph Curry? Bill Russell or LaBron James? Shawn sets the record straight.


A Wayne County contractor with a lucrative government deal was charged with domestic violence, causing ML to dig deep into his relationship with the county and County Executive Warren Evans. He learns Evans, who may run for mayor of Detroit, has his own “friends and family” plan. You can read all about ML’s latest investigation here.


If you love the theme from “Baretta” and great cop show theme songs of the 70s you’ve come to the right place, because we never take our eye off the sparrow!


Could Matthew Modine, Crispin Glover and Eric Stolz be separated at birth. We ponder.


Shawn likes to keep things sophistocated, so he asks Marc and ML: “Have you ever eaten in the nude?” ML and Marc reveal all.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: The OTHER Tony Saunders, who stole a bus and stripped when police tried to arrest him, is this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609: Dave opens our minds – and our ears – to the Foo Fighters’ “Sunday Rain” and its extraordinary lineup. Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK: Is it OK for ML to refer to himself as “White Mike?” What, if anything, do Fani Willis and Kwame Kilpatrick have in common? We answer these questions -- and more! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at fullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com

STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts


Wayne State University journalism student Amelia Benavides-Colon has taken Detroit by storm with her latest report for the Detroit Free Press exploring the many tunnels we didn’t even know where there. She talks about how she got the idea for the story and what she found. Read all about it here.


Marc asks Amelia about social media, while ML wonders out loud whether Tik Tok is a platform ... or a pocketwatch.


It’s been a l-o-o-o-ng time, but Highland Park was once one of the wealthiest suburbs in Michigan. Amelia tells us how to find the entrance to the tunnels that used to run underneath the city’s streets – and why they were constructed.


Midtown Detroit and Pleasant Ridge are just two of the other locations where underground tunnels were once widely used. Listen and learn where they are, and whether you can still use them.


Amelia tells us which tunnels are still accessible and ML recounts how one tunnel was used in the early days of the 1990s newspaper strike to shuttle scabs and bosses into the Detroit News.


When she’s not writing blockbuster stories about hidden Detroit history, Amelia digs into an alleged cult based right here in Michigan. Check out her latest here.


Marc gets the bell ready as ML tells the story of how Kwame Kilpatrick did a favor for Matty Moroun and blocked a land sale that would have helped bring more goods and jobs into Detroit from Windsor by converting a rail tunnel that pops out behind the Michigan Central Depot.


Marc says an urban legend about a decapitation in the Detroit-Windsor tunnel is TRUE – and he can prove it!


Shawn struggles with technology as he zooms in to take the show off the rails JUST as we were about home free. He tells more psychadelic tales of his travels and odd acquaintances, including a dude who claimed his testicles once dented a motorcycle's gas tank. ML is incredulous.


GEEK OF THE WEEK- The CFP, for giving nitwit U-M AD Warde Manuel a big role, is this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609- Holden Caufield sends us a jeremiad against American football along with a tune from Buju Banton called “Til I Am Laid to Rest.” Send us your favorite deep cut or track from an obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK- We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)


LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!


SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!

Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58698651Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:06:35 +0000ML ElrickAmelia Benavides-Colon leads a tour of Detroit tunnels, while ML and Marc try not to get too scared without big, brave Shawn here to protect them for most of the show. STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and...

STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts


Wayne State University journalism student Amelia Benavides-Colon has taken Detroit by storm with her latest report for the Detroit Free Press exploring the many tunnels we didn’t even know where there. She talks about how she got the idea for the story and what she found. Read all about it here.


Marc asks Amelia about social media, while ML wonders out loud whether Tik Tok is a platform ... or a pocketwatch.


It’s been a l-o-o-o-ng time, but Highland Park was once one of the wealthiest suburbs in Michigan. Amelia tells us how to find the entrance to the tunnels that used to run underneath the city’s streets – and why they were constructed.


Midtown Detroit and Pleasant Ridge are just two of the other locations where underground tunnels were once widely used. Listen and learn where they are, and whether you can still use them.


Amelia tells us which tunnels are still accessible and ML recounts how one tunnel was used in the early days of the 1990s newspaper strike to shuttle scabs and bosses into the Detroit News.


When she’s not writing blockbuster stories about hidden Detroit history, Amelia digs into an alleged cult based right here in Michigan. Check out her latest here.


Marc gets the bell ready as ML tells the story of how Kwame Kilpatrick did a favor for Matty Moroun and blocked a land sale that would have helped bring more goods and jobs into Detroit from Windsor by converting a rail tunnel that pops out behind the Michigan Central Depot.


Marc says an urban legend about a decapitation in the Detroit-Windsor tunnel is TRUE – and he can prove it!


Shawn struggles with technology as he zooms in to take the show off the rails JUST as we were about home free. He tells more psychadelic tales of his travels and odd acquaintances, including a dude who claimed his testicles once dented a motorcycle's gas tank. ML is incredulous.


GEEK OF THE WEEK- The CFP, for giving nitwit U-M AD Warde Manuel a big role, is this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609- Holden Caufield sends us a jeremiad against American football along with a tune from Buju Banton called “Til I Am Laid to Rest.” Send us your favorite deep cut or track from an obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK- We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at 5510falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: ML Soul of Detroit | Patreon


ML makes a date with his wife, Detroit Free Press reporter Tresa Baldas, to join him in a basement with two other guys to discuss a murder case. How romantic!


Before the crew dives into the details of the Crumbley case, they reflect on the one-year anniversary of the mass shooting at Michigan State University, which robbed three families of wonderful young people and left several others injured and tens of thousands scarred.


Jennifer Crumbley’s conviction on involuntary manslaughter charges raises questions about her husband James’ fate when he goes to trial next. Tresa says his defense team may have an advantage that his wife didn't. Read all about it here.


Did James Crumbley gamble – and lose – by not trying to cut a plea deal before his wife’s trial ended in conviction? Tresa says the prosecutor declared early on that she would not offer a deal. Or at least not what you might consider a plea “bargain.”


Charging parents with manslaughter for their child’s crimes is unprecedented, but there were other unusual aspects of the Oxford High School shooting case. Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald arguing the case before a jury is just one of them. We discuss.


Did Jennifer Crumbley’s own words hurt her? Tresa shares her insights.


ML asks if Ethan Crumbley doomed his parents by refusing to testify in their case while appealing his life sentence. Tresa gives her take.


Jurors heard a lot about Jennifer Crumbley’s life, including testimony from her boyfriend. But they didn’t hear some key evidence. Tresa tells us what the jury couldn’t hear – and explains why they couldn’t hear it.


ML says the justice system is a lot like sports – both sides want to win – and how we shouldn’t expect the prosecution or defense to play fair.


This week’s episode provides so many insights and inside stories about the Crumbley case that ML didn’t get a chance to talk about his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press, which is about some surprising sources of the money going to Detroit mayoral candidate Mary Sheffield. You can read all about it here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK- A judge who sent 500 texts to her baliff and others during a murder trial is found guilty of being this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609- KevBot Unicorn books Future Islands into the New Wave suite to perform “Peach.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK- A listener gets ML to set the record straight, another takes a shot at the prosecutors in Oakland and Wayne counties, and a Shawn fan freezes during a chance encounter with The Great Man at the Breslin Center. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)


LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!


SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!

Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58676978Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:24:24 +0000ML ElrickTresa Baldas had a front-row seat for the Jennifer Crumbley trial and joins ML, Marc and Shawn to share her insights on an unprecedented case. STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon...
STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: ML Soul of Detroit | Patreon


ML makes a date with his wife, Detroit Free Press reporter Tresa Baldas, to join him in a basement with two other guys to discuss a murder case. How romantic!


Before the crew dives into the details of the Crumbley case, they reflect on the one-year anniversary of the mass shooting at Michigan State University, which robbed three families of wonderful young people and left several others injured and tens of thousands scarred.


Jennifer Crumbley’s conviction on involuntary manslaughter charges raises questions about her husband James’ fate when he goes to trial next. Tresa says his defense team may have an advantage that his wife didn't. Read all about it here.


Did James Crumbley gamble – and lose – by not trying to cut a plea deal before his wife’s trial ended in conviction? Tresa says the prosecutor declared early on that she would not offer a deal. Or at least not what you might consider a plea “bargain.”


Charging parents with manslaughter for their child’s crimes is unprecedented, but there were other unusual aspects of the Oxford High School shooting case. Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald arguing the case before a jury is just one of them. We discuss.


Did Jennifer Crumbley’s own words hurt her? Tresa shares her insights.


ML asks if Ethan Crumbley doomed his parents by refusing to testify in their case while appealing his life sentence. Tresa gives her take.


Jurors heard a lot about Jennifer Crumbley’s life, including testimony from her boyfriend. But they didn’t hear some key evidence. Tresa tells us what the jury couldn’t hear – and explains why they couldn’t hear it.


ML says the justice system is a lot like sports – both sides want to win – and how we shouldn’t expect the prosecution or defense to play fair.


This week’s episode provides so many insights and inside stories about the Crumbley case that ML didn’t get a chance to talk about his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press, which is about some surprising sources of the money going to Detroit mayoral candidate Mary Sheffield. You can read all about it here.


GEEK OF THE WEEK- A judge who sent 500 texts to her baliff and others during a murder trial is found guilty of being this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609- KevBot Unicorn books Future Islands into the New Wave suite to perform “Peach.” Send us your favorite deep cut or obscure band – and a story about them or why they mean something to you – by writing to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com.


FEEDBACK- A listener gets ML to set the record straight, another takes a shot at the prosecutors in Oakland and Wayne counties, and a Shawn fan freezes during a chance encounter with The Great Man at the Breslin Center. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US-...]]>5211falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-out-february-6-2024--58590111
STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

Shawn is back in studio after weeks on the road and instantly injects a jolt of energy into the show. Seriously!

Robert Davis is a long-time scourge of public officials who cut corners or outright break the rules. His latest crusade became the subject of ML’s latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. Read it here.

Robert has been busting bad guys in Highland Park since emergency manager Art Blackwell II cheated their hometown out of a quarter-million bucks. ML and Robert discuss that story and some of the other crooks Robert has brought to justice.

Highland Park’s treasurer got a house she wasn’t entitled to in 2012 and left the city with a $90,000 debt. A Wayne County judge ruled last week that she must leave office because she owes her city dough.

ML explains how every one of us is impacted by the $90,000 debt Highland Park has failed to collect from its treasurer.Hear what happens when ML knocks on the treasurer’s door to inquire about her payment plan. Spoiler alert: She doesn’t seem happy to see him.

Robert has had his own problems with the law. ML recaps the caper that got Robert sent to prison and asks if he’s keeping up with his restitution bill.

Marc asks Robert to recount some of his greatest hits, which include bouncing Mike Duggan off the ballot in 2013 when he first ran for mayor of Detroit.

Marc asks Robert to discuss a record he set that Robert claims will never be broken. Listen and learn.

Shawn shares his take on Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes most unusual post-season press conference. Holmes called out two of Shawn’s Detroit Free Press colleagues, including one who does a podcast with Shawn. Who could that possibly be…?

GEEK OF THE WEEK- The mayor of Highland Park who has known for years that the treasurer has owed the city $90,000 is our geek for doing nothing to help collect the dough.

ROOM 7609- Shawn loves The Pretenders, but even after ML books them into the New Wave suite to play their new tune “Let the Sun Come In,” he’s STILL not happy!

FEEDBACK- Shawn’s health, peeing in public and Larry Wiggy headline this week’s mail. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58590111Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:51:15 +0000ML ElrickGadfly Robert Davis exposed the Highland Park treasurer for being a deadbeat and explains to ML, Marc and Shawn how he got on the case – and got a judge to take action. STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and...
STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is now available! You can see and hear it by becoming a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

Shawn is back in studio after weeks on the road and instantly injects a jolt of energy into the show. Seriously!

Robert Davis is a long-time scourge of public officials who cut corners or outright break the rules. His latest crusade became the subject of ML’s latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. Read it here.

Robert has been busting bad guys in Highland Park since emergency manager Art Blackwell II cheated their hometown out of a quarter-million bucks. ML and Robert discuss that story and some of the other crooks Robert has brought to justice.

Highland Park’s treasurer got a house she wasn’t entitled to in 2012 and left the city with a $90,000 debt. A Wayne County judge ruled last week that she must leave office because she owes her city dough.

ML explains how every one of us is impacted by the $90,000 debt Highland Park has failed to collect from its treasurer.Hear what happens when ML knocks on the treasurer’s door to inquire about her payment plan. Spoiler alert: She doesn’t seem happy to see him.

Robert has had his own problems with the law. ML recaps the caper that got Robert sent to prison and asks if he’s keeping up with his restitution bill.

Marc asks Robert to recount some of his greatest hits, which include bouncing Mike Duggan off the ballot in 2013 when he first ran for mayor of Detroit.

Marc asks Robert to discuss a record he set that Robert claims will never be broken. Listen and learn.

Shawn shares his take on Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes most unusual post-season press conference. Holmes called out two of Shawn’s Detroit Free Press colleagues, including one who does a podcast with Shawn. Who could that possibly be…?

GEEK OF THE WEEK- The mayor of Highland Park who has known for years that the treasurer has owed the city $90,000 is our geek for doing nothing to help collect the dough.

ROOM 7609- Shawn loves The Pretenders, but even after ML books them into the New Wave suite to play their new tune “Let the Sun Come In,” he’s STILL not happy!

FEEDBACK- Shawn’s health, peeing in public and Larry Wiggy headline this week’s mail. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
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STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is about to post, but you can only hear and see it if you’re a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

Marc admonishes ML for not paying attention during his carefully-crafted video intro. ML, unlike many of the people he writes about, says he’s guilty as charged.

ML, like many of the people he writes about, then offers an alibi for failing to live up to a promise. He explains why last week’s show didn’t cover the Kwame Kilpatrick biopic, and teases that we’ll get to it “soon.”

Get the bell ready! After reporting last week on Kilpatrick’s new king-sized crib in Novi, ML updates us on Kilpatrick’s new king-sized SUV.

For the first time on the show, ML tells the behind-the-scenes story about how he finally got the city to admit that the cherry-red Lincoln Navigator it leased for $24,995 WAS for the First Lady. He also explains why the deal was even worse than people thought at the time.

Marc tries desperately to revive Shawn, who is home but under the weather, staring out the window at someone shoveling the snow as he fades in and out of consciousness.

ML tries to revive Shawn by referencing Shawn’s nemesis (and co-host) Carlos Monarrez. Then ML discusses the “Shawn Rules,” where you can get away with saying anything to anyone – as long as you “know them.”

Shawn shares what it was like to be in the locker room after the Detroit Lions lost the NFC Championship game. Then he gives his take on Dan Campbell’s demeanor. Spoiler alert: We all love Dan Campbell.

Who are some of the best coaches to deal with? Do reporters still have the opportunity to have candid conversations with sports figures? Are sports writers just so busy these days they don’t have time to hang out with bigshots? All these questions – and more – answered this week.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Is it Joe Biden? Is it Donald Trump? Is it the gamesmanship that dominates American politics these days? Or is it “all of the above…”

ROOM 7609: Listener Joe suggests The White Stripes’ “Hand Springs” – and tells a helluva good story about his nomination for the New Wave Suite, which is no longer restricted to New Wave music. (Good job, Joe!) A discussion of the Dirtbombs ensues.

FEEDBACK: Beans, yellow snow and sentencing delays dominate this week’s mail. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58504802Tue, 30 Jan 2024 19:21:20 +0000ML ElrickKwame Kilpatrick has a big new SUV along with his new house, the Lions finally lose a big game, and Shawn zooms in while ML and Marc try desperately to revive their partner as he struggles with his travel-related travails. STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first...
STRAIGHT DOPE- Our first ever bonus episode is about to post, but you can only hear and see it if you’re a Patreon member. For as little as $5 a month, you can enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes and video of the show. For $15 a month, you get the bonus episode. At the $25 and $60 a month levels, you get free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts

Marc admonishes ML for not paying attention during his carefully-crafted video intro. ML, unlike many of the people he writes about, says he’s guilty as charged.

ML, like many of the people he writes about, then offers an alibi for failing to live up to a promise. He explains why last week’s show didn’t cover the Kwame Kilpatrick biopic, and teases that we’ll get to it “soon.”

Get the bell ready! After reporting last week on Kilpatrick’s new king-sized crib in Novi, ML updates us on Kilpatrick’s new king-sized SUV.

For the first time on the show, ML tells the behind-the-scenes story about how he finally got the city to admit that the cherry-red Lincoln Navigator it leased for $24,995 WAS for the First Lady. He also explains why the deal was even worse than people thought at the time.

Marc tries desperately to revive Shawn, who is home but under the weather, staring out the window at someone shoveling the snow as he fades in and out of consciousness.

ML tries to revive Shawn by referencing Shawn’s nemesis (and co-host) Carlos Monarrez. Then ML discusses the “Shawn Rules,” where you can get away with saying anything to anyone – as long as you “know them.”

Shawn shares what it was like to be in the locker room after the Detroit Lions lost the NFC Championship game. Then he gives his take on Dan Campbell’s demeanor. Spoiler alert: We all love Dan Campbell.

Who are some of the best coaches to deal with? Do reporters still have the opportunity to have candid conversations with sports figures? Are sports writers just so busy these days they don’t have time to hang out with bigshots? All these questions – and more – answered this week.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Is it Joe Biden? Is it Donald Trump? Is it the gamesmanship that dominates American politics these days? Or is it “all of the above…”

ROOM 7609: Listener Joe suggests The White Stripes’ “Hand Springs” – and tells a helluva good story about his nomination for the New Wave Suite, which is no longer restricted to New Wave music. (Good job, Joe!) A discussion of the Dirtbombs ensues.

FEEDBACK: Beans, yellow snow and sentencing delays dominate this week’s mail. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or...]]>5031detroit,elrick,fox,free,kilpatrick,kwame,lions,michigan,news,press,superbowl,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Our Patreon membership program is LIVE, so you can join up and enjoy benefits like ad-free episodes, video of the show, a bonus episode, free swag and exclusive merchandise. Sign up here.

Shawn zooms in from “where the magic happens,” which for some people means the bedroom, but in his case means the place where he wrote his column about the Detroit Lions’ Frank Ragnow. Read it here.

Oxford High School shooter Ethan Crumbley is making lots of news just as his mother goes on trial. He wants a new sentence and his lawyers don’t want him to testify in his parents’ trials. ML and Marc discuss how the cases might go and why they are so monumental. Here is the latest from the first day of this unprecedented case.

It's Presidential primary day in New Hampshire, where Donald Trump and Nikki Haley square off on the Republican side and Joe Biden stays off the Democratic ballot. ML covered Pat Buchanan’s 1996 New Hampshire Presidential Primary campaign, prompting Marc to ask how New Hampshire got to be so important. A history lesson ensues.

The Oscar nominations just dropped, prompting Shawn to ask whether Greta Gerwig should be mad she wasn’t nominated as “Best Director” for “Barbie.” Marc says his house is full of Barbies while Shawn is full of questions about how “Oppenheimer” ran for three hours without touching on Oppenheimer’s toxic legacy.
Marc liked “Killers of the Flower Moon” – even though it was long. ML provides a spontaneous review of the book that the movie is based on, providing a harsh critique of the author’s final chapter.ML explains how Oppenheimer killed John Wayne. Really!
Shawn and ML debate binge-watching with Marc, who is surprised to learn ML is one of those geeks who listens to podcasts and watches YouTube videos about his favorite show.

Kwame Kilpatrick has a huge new house in Novi, purchased by his wife’s company. ML’s investigation leads him to the company’s location in Warren. Patreon subscribers who donate just $5 a month to the show can watch what happens when ML knocks on the door.

ML’s annual Clark Park charity hockey game took place last Saturday. Joanna Tuttle was the emcee and ML scored his first goal in years. You can still make a donation to support the kids of Southwest Detroit using this link.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A woman who tried to avoid a drunken driving arrest by claiming that she is “sovereign citizen” is this week’s Geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike selects Joy Division’s live version of “New Dawn Fades” to honor his late father … and because it’s a sweet tune!

FEEDBACK: You want to know more about Al Szobotka and wild-ass parties near the Manoogian Mansion. We discuss. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58421025Tue, 23 Jan 2024 20:40:17 +0000ML ElrickKwame Kilpatrick has a big new house, Ethan Crumbley’s mom goes on trial, sex parties near the Manoogian Mansion and Shawn chills at home while ML bores Marc with the origin story of New Hampshire’s First-in-the-Nation presidential primary. STRAIGHT...
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Shawn zooms in from “where the magic happens,” which for some people means the bedroom, but in his case means the place where he wrote his column about the Detroit Lions’ Frank Ragnow. Read it here.

Oxford High School shooter Ethan Crumbley is making lots of news just as his mother goes on trial. He wants a new sentence and his lawyers don’t want him to testify in his parents’ trials. ML and Marc discuss how the cases might go and why they are so monumental. Here is the latest from the first day of this unprecedented case.

It's Presidential primary day in New Hampshire, where Donald Trump and Nikki Haley square off on the Republican side and Joe Biden stays off the Democratic ballot. ML covered Pat Buchanan’s 1996 New Hampshire Presidential Primary campaign, prompting Marc to ask how New Hampshire got to be so important. A history lesson ensues.

The Oscar nominations just dropped, prompting Shawn to ask whether Greta Gerwig should be mad she wasn’t nominated as “Best Director” for “Barbie.” Marc says his house is full of Barbies while Shawn is full of questions about how “Oppenheimer” ran for three hours without touching on Oppenheimer’s toxic legacy.
Marc liked “Killers of the Flower Moon” – even though it was long. ML provides a spontaneous review of the book that the movie is based on, providing a harsh critique of the author’s final chapter.ML explains how Oppenheimer killed John Wayne. Really!
Shawn and ML debate binge-watching with Marc, who is surprised to learn ML is one of those geeks who listens to podcasts and watches YouTube videos about his favorite show.

Kwame Kilpatrick has a huge new house in Novi, purchased by his wife’s company. ML’s investigation leads him to the company’s location in Warren. Patreon subscribers who donate just $5 a month to the show can watch what happens when ML knocks on the door.

ML’s annual Clark Park charity hockey game took place last Saturday. Joanna Tuttle was the emcee and ML scored his first goal in years. You can still make a donation to support the kids of Southwest Detroit using this link.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A woman who tried to avoid a drunken driving arrest by claiming that she is “sovereign citizen” is this week’s Geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike selects Joy Division’s live version of “New Dawn Fades” to honor his late father … and because it’s a sweet tune!

FEEDBACK: You want to know more about Al Szobotka and wild-ass parties near the Manoogian Mansion. We discuss. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

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Since online ads are usually driven by your browsing habits, ML can’t figure out why he keeps getting inundated with ads for some Chinese dance spectacle. Just what the hell is “Shen Yun” anyway?!? And Marc wants to know how they got such a big marketing budget.


Donald Trump trounces Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley in Iowa while Republicans are tearing themselves apart here in Michigan. How bad is it? For three Saturdays in a row, Republicans will meet to vote for a leader and members of the overwhelmingly white GOP are accusing each other of being racists! All this and more in ML’s latest “On Guard” column.


Shawn tells us more about the drugs that were a part of his college days, while ML shares his mushroom experiences and Marc talks mescaline. Somehow, this leads to stories about stolen Honda Sprees and how Shawn used to buy nickel bags in a tuxedo, which confused his Jamaican dealers so much they questioned whether he was James Bond. Really!


The conversation takes another twist to Gary Oldman and his latest bravura performance in Apple TV’s “Slow Horses.” Shawn and ML are fans. Marc isn’t there … yet.


Listener Kyle discovers a Windsor connection to “orange sunshine,” the illicit substance Shawn told us about last week. Read more here.


There is a new Kwame Kilpatrick biopic out. Cast members are expected to join us in studio next week. In the meantime, check out the trailer – and let us know what you think about the actor who portrays ML.


The Lions almost messed up ML’s hockey game last Sunday, but everyone else had a great time! Marc and Shawn pay tribute to Sheila Ford Hamp, with a nod to Chris Spielman. And, of course, Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell. Read Shawn’s latest here.


The Detroit Lions (and Michigan Wolverines) success has a bittersweet side: Long-time Detroit Free Press photographer Kirt Dozier, who captured many of their most memorable moments, was not there. He passed away suddenly earlier this month. Read all about him here.


ML’s annual Clark Park charity hockey game takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20. Come out and join us, or just send a few bucks to help the kids of Southwest Detroit using this link.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML makes a 180-degree turn and pays tribute to Matt Stafford, who never disappeared on the Detroit Lions, before naming Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, who disappeared on the Free World, as this week’s geek.


ROOM 7609: ML ushers in a new era and uses his Imagination when he asks Shawn if he’s really in the studio or “Just An Illusion.”


FEEDBACK: Kyle connects Windsor to LSD and Michelle asks ML what he thinks about the video Strawberry’s daughter posted accusing Hizzoner of murder. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)


LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!


SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!

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Since online ads are usually driven by your browsing habits, ML can’t figure out why he keeps getting inundated with ads for some Chinese dance spectacle. Just what the hell is “Shen Yun” anyway?!? And Marc wants to know how they got such a big marketing budget.


Donald Trump trounces Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley in Iowa while Republicans are tearing themselves apart here in Michigan. How bad is it? For three Saturdays in a row, Republicans will meet to vote for a leader and members of the overwhelmingly white GOP are accusing each other of being racists! All this and more in ML’s latest “On Guard” column.


Shawn tells us more about the drugs that were a part of his college days, while ML shares his mushroom experiences and Marc talks mescaline. Somehow, this leads to stories about stolen Honda Sprees and how Shawn used to buy nickel bags in a tuxedo, which confused his Jamaican dealers so much they questioned whether he was James Bond. Really!


The conversation takes another twist to Gary Oldman and his latest bravura performance in Apple TV’s “Slow Horses.” Shawn and ML are fans. Marc isn’t there … yet.


Listener Kyle discovers a Windsor connection to “orange sunshine,” the illicit substance Shawn told us about last week. Read more here.


There is a new Kwame Kilpatrick biopic out. Cast members are expected to join us in studio next week. In the meantime, check out the trailer – and let us know what you think about the actor who portrays ML.


The Lions almost messed up ML’s hockey game last Sunday, but everyone else had a great time! Marc and Shawn pay tribute to Sheila Ford Hamp, with a nod to Chris Spielman. And, of course, Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell. Read Shawn’s latest here.


The Detroit Lions (and Michigan Wolverines) success has a bittersweet side: Long-time Detroit Free Press photographer Kirt Dozier, who captured many of their most memorable moments, was not there. He passed away suddenly earlier this month. Read all about him here.


ML’s annual Clark Park charity hockey game takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20. Come out and join us, or just send a few bucks to help the kids of Southwest Detroit using this link.


GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML makes a 180-degree turn and pays tribute to Matt Stafford, who never disappeared on the Detroit Lions, before naming Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, who disappeared on the Free World, as this week’s...]]>4859desantis,detroit,drugs,elrick,fox,free,freep,goff,iowa,karamo,lions,michigan,news,podcast,press,shenyun,stafford,trueromance,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/champions-of-the-west-and-more-january-10-2024--58256049
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We’re doing the show a day late because ML’s sporting and logistical nightmare came true: The Wolverines won.
Still, he’s the only member of the team who isn’t playing hurt. Marc is running on fumes after the airlines failed to treat him like a champion and Shawn is so sick he even passed up crawdads.

The Wolverines discredited that old saying “cheaters never prosper,” but ML and Shawn disagree over whether the controversies that followed the Wolverines all season undermine their championship.
You might be surprised by which side of that argument ML lands on.

Michiganders have been heading to Houston since the 1980s. Marc and Shawn evaluate the city, its nightlife and even the wifi.

Which event do you think will generate more energy: the Wolverines playing for a national championship or the Detroit Lions’ home playoff game? The crew offers their opinions.

Matthew Stafford Detroit Lions jerseys are forbidden at Ford Field and local establishments like Thomas Magee’s Sporting House and Whiskey Bar. There’s a chance Ford Field security won’t turn you away, but ML explains why you shouldn’t even try to get into Magee’s wearing those rags.

For a guy who can barely speak, Shawn couldn’t stop talking. He told a number of tales ranging from his take on local cuisine to ANOTHER one of his drug-dealing associates from his Southern days to his experience eating “beans” on the beach.Unbreakable iPhones, random bits of airplanes, blue ice and William Shatner’s encounter with a gremlin wind up this week’s main event.

ML’s annual Clark Park charity hockey game takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20. Come out and join us, or just send a few bucks to help the kids of Southwest Detroit using this link: https://www.patronicity.com/project/clark_park_2024_charity_classic#!/

GEEK OF THE WEEK- Media big head Paul Finebaum wins this week’s award for trying to bury the hatchet in his beef with Jim Harbaugh, but not before the beef between Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel sucks most of the air out of the room.

ROOM 7609- ML’s reluctant musical tributes to the Michigan Wolverines continues when he books Icehouse into the New Wave suite to perform “Electric Blue.” Then Marc drops a bombshell about who co-wrote this dastardly ditty.

FEEDBACK- David gives ML the gears. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spreaker, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58256049Wed, 10 Jan 2024 19:29:50 +0000ML ElrickHouston, we have a problem – Marc’s flight was cancelled, Shawn is sick and ML is recovering from Washington’s heart-breaking loss in the college football national championship game to the … Michigan Wolverines. STRAIGHT DOPE: Our Patreon membership...
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We’re doing the show a day late because ML’s sporting and logistical nightmare came true: The Wolverines won.
Still, he’s the only member of the team who isn’t playing hurt. Marc is running on fumes after the airlines failed to treat him like a champion and Shawn is so sick he even passed up crawdads.

The Wolverines discredited that old saying “cheaters never prosper,” but ML and Shawn disagree over whether the controversies that followed the Wolverines all season undermine their championship.
You might be surprised by which side of that argument ML lands on.

Michiganders have been heading to Houston since the 1980s. Marc and Shawn evaluate the city, its nightlife and even the wifi.

Which event do you think will generate more energy: the Wolverines playing for a national championship or the Detroit Lions’ home playoff game? The crew offers their opinions.

Matthew Stafford Detroit Lions jerseys are forbidden at Ford Field and local establishments like Thomas Magee’s Sporting House and Whiskey Bar. There’s a chance Ford Field security won’t turn you away, but ML explains why you shouldn’t even try to get into Magee’s wearing those rags.

For a guy who can barely speak, Shawn couldn’t stop talking. He told a number of tales ranging from his take on local cuisine to ANOTHER one of his drug-dealing associates from his Southern days to his experience eating “beans” on the beach.Unbreakable iPhones, random bits of airplanes, blue ice and William Shatner’s encounter with a gremlin wind up this week’s main event.

ML’s annual Clark Park charity hockey game takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20. Come out and join us, or just send a few bucks to help the kids of Southwest Detroit using this link: https://www.patronicity.com/project/clark_park_2024_charity_classic#!/

GEEK OF THE WEEK- Media big head Paul Finebaum wins this week’s award for trying to bury the hatchet in his beef with Jim Harbaugh, but not before the beef between Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel sucks most of the air out of the room.

ROOM 7609- ML’s reluctant musical tributes to the Michigan Wolverines continues when he books Icehouse into the New Wave suite to perform “Electric Blue.” Then Marc drops a bombshell about who co-wrote this dastardly ditty.

FEEDBACK- David gives ML the gears. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

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Reluctantly, ML acknowledges Jim Harbaugh and his Michigan Wolverines are a legit national power one step (sigh) away from their first national championship since 1997 (which was really a co-championship).
Marc celebrated the Wolverines’ overtime victory over Alabama by cursing in front of his young daughter and hurling her into the air. For his family’s sake, please join ML in cheering for the Washington Huskies next week.
Shawn is sick, but dials in anyway to take you behind the scenes on what it was like to be there in person for some of the sickest football games local teams have played in decades. Read his latest here.
ML trots out his record as QB in late 1990s in the Chicago Sport and Social League’s co-ed touch football league when Shawn questions his football knowledge. Listen and you’ll agree: CASE CLOSED.
Marc asks ML whether the Rose Bowl was a great game. “It,” ML says, “depends…”
Shawn almost has an accident on the highway on his way to cover the Rose Bowl, but is saved by an empty cup. If that doesn’t make sense, just listen and learn ... and say “yeech.”
Shawn describes what is was like to be in the same room with Detroit Lions coach after the refs cost his team an amazing victory. Campbell was, to put it mildly, menacing.
ML and Shawn discuss what makes the Rose Bowl such a special place to watch a game while Marc isn’t nearly as impressed.
Shawn says he heard the refs call the wrong number for the eligible receiver in the Lions game, but confesses he didn’t think much of it … until it was too late. Asked to name the best thing he experienced during a momentous weekend with a front row seat for momentous football, Shawn says “dinner.”

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Jimmy Johnson and the NFL ref who blew the big call in Dallas are finalists, but the Lions win this playoff gbecause after years of breaking fans’ hearts, they’ve moved on to busting their budgets.

ROOM 7609: With a heavy heart, ML enlists Joe Jackson’s help to acknowledge that Jim Harbaugh can finally rightly claim “I’m the Man.” This year we invite you to send your favorite B-sides or unheralded gems outside the realm of New Wave, but please be sure to send us a story about why you like that song or something interesting about the band.

FEEDBACK: David asks for Shawn’s behind-the-scenes insights into Dan Campbell’s demeanor after the Dallas game and Michelle wonders how much that game will cost local businesses by depriving the Lions of an extra home game. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58174855Tue, 02 Jan 2024 19:19:49 +0000ML ElrickThe Lions get jobbed, the Wolverines come up roses and ML acknowledges Jim Harbaugh is the man, while Marc and Shawn talk about what it was like to watch the games at home and in person. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://www.patreon.com/MLSoulofDetroit/posts...
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Reluctantly, ML acknowledges Jim Harbaugh and his Michigan Wolverines are a legit national power one step (sigh) away from their first national championship since 1997 (which was really a co-championship).
Marc celebrated the Wolverines’ overtime victory over Alabama by cursing in front of his young daughter and hurling her into the air. For his family’s sake, please join ML in cheering for the Washington Huskies next week.
Shawn is sick, but dials in anyway to take you behind the scenes on what it was like to be there in person for some of the sickest football games local teams have played in decades. Read his latest here.
ML trots out his record as QB in late 1990s in the Chicago Sport and Social League’s co-ed touch football league when Shawn questions his football knowledge. Listen and you’ll agree: CASE CLOSED.
Marc asks ML whether the Rose Bowl was a great game. “It,” ML says, “depends…”
Shawn almost has an accident on the highway on his way to cover the Rose Bowl, but is saved by an empty cup. If that doesn’t make sense, just listen and learn ... and say “yeech.”
Shawn describes what is was like to be in the same room with Detroit Lions coach after the refs cost his team an amazing victory. Campbell was, to put it mildly, menacing.
ML and Shawn discuss what makes the Rose Bowl such a special place to watch a game while Marc isn’t nearly as impressed.
Shawn says he heard the refs call the wrong number for the eligible receiver in the Lions game, but confesses he didn’t think much of it … until it was too late. Asked to name the best thing he experienced during a momentous weekend with a front row seat for momentous football, Shawn says “dinner.”

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Jimmy Johnson and the NFL ref who blew the big call in Dallas are finalists, but the Lions win this playoff gbecause after years of breaking fans’ hearts, they’ve moved on to busting their budgets.

ROOM 7609: With a heavy heart, ML enlists Joe Jackson’s help to acknowledge that Jim Harbaugh can finally rightly claim “I’m the Man.” This year we invite you to send your favorite B-sides or unheralded gems outside the realm of New Wave, but please be sure to send us a story about why you like that song or something interesting about the band.

FEEDBACK: David asks for Shawn’s behind-the-scenes insights into Dan Campbell’s demeanor after the Dallas game and Michelle wonders how much that game will cost local businesses by depriving the Lions of an extra home game. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Support us on Patreon or make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at 5200alabama,bowl,cowboys,dallas,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,lions,michigan,news,press,rose,windsor,wolverines,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comML rolls out some New Wave holiday songs, good and bad, to ring in 2022.

THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If you’re sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music episode. From borderline NuWave group Elastica to synth pop Gods Erasure to kitschy and clever They Might Be Giants to genre chewing Sonic Youth to golden throated Alison Moyet to jaunty Mono Puff to classic poppy melodic Aztec Camera, the boys play a half dozen NuWave holiday tunes you won’t hear anywhere else.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58131973Wed, 27 Dec 2023 17:16:40 +0000ML ElrickHappy New Year! ML rolls out some New Wave holiday songs, good and bad, to ring in 2022. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If you’re sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music...ML rolls out some New Wave holiday songs, good and bad, to ring in 2022.

THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If you’re sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music episode. From borderline NuWave group Elastica to synth pop Gods Erasure to kitschy and clever They Might Be Giants to genre chewing Sonic Youth to golden throated Alison Moyet to jaunty Mono Puff to classic poppy melodic Aztec Camera, the boys play a half dozen NuWave holiday tunes you won’t hear anywhere else.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>2319christmas,detroit,elrick,fox,fox2,free,michigan,news,press,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc likes to keep it simple when he’s Christmas shopping, so don’t be offended if he gives you his favorite gift: Cash.
Erika and Shawn weigh in, while ML says Marc’s idea reminds him of what Elaine said to Jerry Seinfeld when he gifted her cash.

ML starts off our latest advice episode with a question that requires the assembled wisdom of Erika, Marc and Shawn. The hosts take turns sharing intriguing questions and offering sage advice.
ML presents the crew with a question from a woman whose husband moved into a tent in their yard after she stopped having sex with him. ML swears the question involves “a friend.”
Erika, Shawn, Marc and ML offer advice to a mother-in-law who doesn’t like her daughter-in-law’s taste in art – especially her new tattoo.
What do you do with an Ivy League college graduate who just sits on his ass at home? Marc, Erika, Shawn and ML offer wildly differing opinions.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: You can’t catch ‘em all, no matter what Pokemon tells you. But you shouldn’t shoot ANY of them, a lesson this week’s geek is learning too late.

ROOM 7609: The Old 97s aren’t New Wave, but we’re making an exception for a listener who recommended “Champaign, Illinois” after listening to Shawn moon over his high school days in a recent episode.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58122986Tue, 26 Dec 2023 20:27:02 +0000ML ElrickYou’ve got questions, Erika Erickson, ML, Marc and Shawn have answers in this holiday edition of our occasional “Ask the Soul of Detroit” feature. STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc likes to keep it simple when he’s Christmas shopping, so don’t be offended if he...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc likes to keep it simple when he’s Christmas shopping, so don’t be offended if he gives you his favorite gift: Cash.
Erika and Shawn weigh in, while ML says Marc’s idea reminds him of what Elaine said to Jerry Seinfeld when he gifted her cash.

ML starts off our latest advice episode with a question that requires the assembled wisdom of Erika, Marc and Shawn. The hosts take turns sharing intriguing questions and offering sage advice.
ML presents the crew with a question from a woman whose husband moved into a tent in their yard after she stopped having sex with him. ML swears the question involves “a friend.”
Erika, Shawn, Marc and ML offer advice to a mother-in-law who doesn’t like her daughter-in-law’s taste in art – especially her new tattoo.
What do you do with an Ivy League college graduate who just sits on his ass at home? Marc, Erika, Shawn and ML offer wildly differing opinions.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: You can’t catch ‘em all, no matter what Pokemon tells you. But you shouldn’t shoot ANY of them, a lesson this week’s geek is learning too late.

ROOM 7609: The Old 97s aren’t New Wave, but we’re making an exception for a listener who recommended “Champaign, Illinois” after listening to Shawn moon over his high school days in a recent episode.

FEEDBACK: We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

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STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show off with a story about spilt soup. Seriously. (It was split pea.)

Two women who have been out of the public eye dominate this week’s episode: Former Fox 2 reporter Erika Erickson and former Detroit Chief of Staff Christine Beatty. Erika drops in to brighten up our holidays while Beatty is making news after ML revealed that she has been working quietly for a local nonprofit but failing to make any restitution payments. Read all about it here.

Judging by her social media posts, Erika lives a very glamorous life. But there is a downside to being in the public eye, as every woman on TV will tell you. Erika discusses how she deals with the knuckleheads who feel comfortable commenting on what other people look like – even though they would never say such things to their face.
Erika grew up in Michigan, graduated from Wayne State and was named WSU’s Journalist of the Year. She got her start at a station in Traverse City, even though her first live shot from a breaking news situation was a disaster. She tells us what happened, how people reacted, and how she got over her stage fright. Erika and ML discuss the challenges TV reporters face, as well as their addiction to the adrenalin. Shawn and ML miss deadlines all the time. But when TV reporters miss slot, there are serious consequences. ML shares horror stories.

WDIV heavily promoted a 30-minute sit-down interview with Kwame Kilpatrick’s former chief of staff, lover and co-defendant Christine Beatty. What they didn’t say – because they didn’t know – is WHY Beatty decided to speak with them. ML tells the inside story. Listen and hear Beatty talk about her biggest regret, how she feels about hurting people and what she plans to do about the $78,000 in restitution she still owes. ML, Erika and Marc offer commentary.

We’re still considering bonus options for Patreon subscribers before we launch our new funding stream in 2024. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Draymond Green, the former Spartan whose temper keeps getting the best of him, is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Just in time for Christmas, U2 checks in to the New Wave suite to cover Darlene Love’s classic “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).”

FEEDBACK: You asked, so we answer your questions about Beatty’s non-profit employer, her restitution bill, and WDIV’s softball interview. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58063323Tue, 19 Dec 2023 20:23:10 +0000ML ElrickNewswoman Erika Erickson and newsmaker Christine Beatty dominate the conversation with ML, Marc and Shawn. Erika is in studio while Beatty – who refuses to speak with ML – appears only in sound bites. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show off with a...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show off with a story about spilt soup. Seriously. (It was split pea.)

Two women who have been out of the public eye dominate this week’s episode: Former Fox 2 reporter Erika Erickson and former Detroit Chief of Staff Christine Beatty. Erika drops in to brighten up our holidays while Beatty is making news after ML revealed that she has been working quietly for a local nonprofit but failing to make any restitution payments. Read all about it here.

Judging by her social media posts, Erika lives a very glamorous life. But there is a downside to being in the public eye, as every woman on TV will tell you. Erika discusses how she deals with the knuckleheads who feel comfortable commenting on what other people look like – even though they would never say such things to their face.
Erika grew up in Michigan, graduated from Wayne State and was named WSU’s Journalist of the Year. She got her start at a station in Traverse City, even though her first live shot from a breaking news situation was a disaster. She tells us what happened, how people reacted, and how she got over her stage fright. Erika and ML discuss the challenges TV reporters face, as well as their addiction to the adrenalin. Shawn and ML miss deadlines all the time. But when TV reporters miss slot, there are serious consequences. ML shares horror stories.

WDIV heavily promoted a 30-minute sit-down interview with Kwame Kilpatrick’s former chief of staff, lover and co-defendant Christine Beatty. What they didn’t say – because they didn’t know – is WHY Beatty decided to speak with them. ML tells the inside story. Listen and hear Beatty talk about her biggest regret, how she feels about hurting people and what she plans to do about the $78,000 in restitution she still owes. ML, Erika and Marc offer commentary.

We’re still considering bonus options for Patreon subscribers before we launch our new funding stream in 2024. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Draymond Green, the former Spartan whose temper keeps getting the best of him, is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Just in time for Christmas, U2 checks in to the New Wave suite to cover Darlene Love’s classic “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home).”

FEEDBACK: You asked, so we answer your questions about Beatty’s non-profit employer, her restitution bill, and WDIV’s softball interview. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live...]]>4646beatty,christine,detroit,elrick,erickson,erika,fox,free,kilpatrick,kwame,michigan,news,press,windsor,wkbd,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Most folks say they hate to say "I told you so," but ML ain't most people. So he cues up Detroit Lion Spiderman Allen's version of "Another One Bites the Dust" and points out that he suggested the Lions' early season success could fade, just like Spiderman's 1980 Lions.
Marc and Shawn are still fired up about the Leos, even though their loss to the Chicago Bears derailed Shawn's plan to go to Chicago and write about how Lions fans are taking over opposing stadiums.

Marc asks Shawn if bad news sells better than good news. ML and Shawn share their insights from decades as newsmen ... and long-time purveyors of bad news.

Michigan Wolverines basketball coach Juwan Howard may have got into another spat. But we don't know for sure. So, unlike the rest of the world, we don't speculate (though ML is dying to know the whole story!).

Briefly -- we promise -- the crew discusses the moribund Detroit Pistons and their 20-game losing streak, which could extend long enough to set a new NBA record.

Shawn zooms in from Champaign, where he reminisces about changing seats in the moving vehicle to moon high school football fans and shares other tales of his youthful jackassery.

The Illinois Department of Transportation's unexpected sense of humor prompts ML to recall his failed attempt to get Jim Schaefer to write about the author of the Michigan Department of Transportation's clever messages to motorists.

ML's research on his latest column prompted him to call Detroit investigative reporting legends Steve Wilson and Scott Lewis to check if they were part of the TV crew stopped by Kwame Kilpatrick's mayoral bodyguards back in 2006. Listen and learn about this never-before told story of political power run amok.

TJ Lang is very hard to get past when you're working behind the bar, as ML and Marc recount in their recap of their celebrity bartending experience at the Lodge Grill and Bar in Keego Harbor last Friday, where Matt Riley and his team raised $142,000 at the 13th annual Killer Cares Christmas party, the big fundraiser inspired by the late Oakland Press sports columnist Tom "Killer" Kowalski.

Mayor Mike Duggan's nemesis Bob Carmack is trying to delay his drunk driving trial, citing health issues that could mean he only has months to live.

ML encourages everyone to join him in supporting "Whamageddon," the 18-year-old movement created to avoid one of the most ubiquitous Christmas songs of all-time. Marc lays out George Michael's Christmas music moral dilemma, prompting ML to bring up one of the sickest burns of all time from Morrissey.

We’re still considering bonus options for Patreon subscribers before we launch our new funding stream in 2024. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are some comparisons that are guaranteed to lose an argument -- no matter how strong your case is. Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott is learning this after a writer unearthed some comments he made in 2019 invoking the 9/11 hijackers.

ROOM 7609: The Cosmopolitans check in to the New Wave suite with advice on "(How to Keep Your) Husband Happy."

FEEDBACK: Excitement about a new twist for Room 7609 and the work of State News reporter Alex Walters fill this week's feedback segment. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57987762Tue, 12 Dec 2023 18:53:36 +0000ML ElrickStrange but true stories and a Kwame Kilpatrick tale mined from a sentencing memorandum dominate this week's discussion as new Employee of the Month Shawn zooms in to regale ML and Marc with some fresh yarns. STRAIGHT DOPE: Most folks say they hate...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Most folks say they hate to say "I told you so," but ML ain't most people. So he cues up Detroit Lion Spiderman Allen's version of "Another One Bites the Dust" and points out that he suggested the Lions' early season success could fade, just like Spiderman's 1980 Lions.
Marc and Shawn are still fired up about the Leos, even though their loss to the Chicago Bears derailed Shawn's plan to go to Chicago and write about how Lions fans are taking over opposing stadiums.

Marc asks Shawn if bad news sells better than good news. ML and Shawn share their insights from decades as newsmen ... and long-time purveyors of bad news.

Michigan Wolverines basketball coach Juwan Howard may have got into another spat. But we don't know for sure. So, unlike the rest of the world, we don't speculate (though ML is dying to know the whole story!).

Briefly -- we promise -- the crew discusses the moribund Detroit Pistons and their 20-game losing streak, which could extend long enough to set a new NBA record.

Shawn zooms in from Champaign, where he reminisces about changing seats in the moving vehicle to moon high school football fans and shares other tales of his youthful jackassery.

The Illinois Department of Transportation's unexpected sense of humor prompts ML to recall his failed attempt to get Jim Schaefer to write about the author of the Michigan Department of Transportation's clever messages to motorists.

ML's research on his latest column prompted him to call Detroit investigative reporting legends Steve Wilson and Scott Lewis to check if they were part of the TV crew stopped by Kwame Kilpatrick's mayoral bodyguards back in 2006. Listen and learn about this never-before told story of political power run amok.

TJ Lang is very hard to get past when you're working behind the bar, as ML and Marc recount in their recap of their celebrity bartending experience at the Lodge Grill and Bar in Keego Harbor last Friday, where Matt Riley and his team raised $142,000 at the 13th annual Killer Cares Christmas party, the big fundraiser inspired by the late Oakland Press sports columnist Tom "Killer" Kowalski.

Mayor Mike Duggan's nemesis Bob Carmack is trying to delay his drunk driving trial, citing health issues that could mean he only has months to live.

ML encourages everyone to join him in supporting "Whamageddon," the 18-year-old movement created to avoid one of the most ubiquitous Christmas songs of all-time. Marc lays out George Michael's Christmas music moral dilemma, prompting ML to bring up one of the sickest burns of all time from Morrissey.

We’re still considering bonus options for Patreon subscribers before we launch our new funding stream in 2024. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com


GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are some comparisons that are guaranteed to lose an argument -- no matter how strong your case is. Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott is learning this after a writer unearthed some comments he made in 2019 invoking the 9/11 hijackers.

ROOM 7609: The Cosmopolitans check in to the New Wave suite with advice on "(How to Keep Your) Husband Happy."

FEEDBACK: Excitement about a new twist for Room 7609 and the work of State News reporter Alex Walters fill this week's feedback segment. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at 4953bears,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,illinois,kilpatrick,lions,michigan,moon,news,pizza,press,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Almost everyone has been pulled over by the police. But few of us have had the kind of traffic stop a Lapeer man describes in a lawsuit against the Warren Police Department that includes those two dreaded words: “Cavity search.” Read the full story here.
Kwame Kilpatrick wouldn’t talk to ML, but he did get a friendly reception on WJR when the Guy Gordon Show invited him on to tell more tall tales. ML puts more truth to those lies, and teases ahead to an upcoming column about another disgraced former public official who has failed to live up to their obligation. Check out ML’s recent column on Hizzoner here.

Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports and the College Sports Enquirer podcast rejoins the SOD crew to debate whether leaving Florida State out of the playoffs. Check out his podcast here.

Marc is feeling pretty confident that the Connor Stalions controversy has blown over now that his Michigan Wolverines at the top team in the land, but ML thinks they’ve been set up for a fall in Pasadena. It may be the one thing ML and Shawn agree on.

Shawn once again steals the show by recounting the time he drove through the South with four pounds of weed in his car. Listen and learn what happened when he and his pusher pal got pulled over.

By now we’ve learned a lot of crazy stuff happens in conveyances that carry Shawn to and fro, but even we weren’t ready for his latest tale about his fighter pilot stepdad Belvin and what happened in the back of a van headed to New Orleans.

The debate over the impact money has had on college football continues, revealing that Shawn thinks colleges should spend more on coffee shops and indie music than dormitories and sports programs. We’re still considering bonus options for Patreon subscribers before we launch our new funding stream in 2024. Please send your own suggestions tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The folks who devised the 4-team college football playoff format aren’t going to win a MacArthur Genius Grant, but they did take our prize!

ROOM 7609: ML discovers an act even Shawn should like when he books Nervus Rex into the New Wave suite to perform “Don’t Look.”

FEEDBACK: Dan smells a rat in East Lansing whose journey began in Corvallis. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57920910Tue, 05 Dec 2023 19:31:35 +0000ML ElrickWhen we say it’s a game, they say it’s a business. When we say it’s a business, they say it’s a game. Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports joins ML, Marc and Shawn to discuss the latest controversy in college sports. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Almost everyone has been pulled over by the police. But few of us have had the kind of traffic stop a Lapeer man describes in a lawsuit against the Warren Police Department that includes those two dreaded words: “Cavity search.” Read the full story here.
Kwame Kilpatrick wouldn’t talk to ML, but he did get a friendly reception on WJR when the Guy Gordon Show invited him on to tell more tall tales. ML puts more truth to those lies, and teases ahead to an upcoming column about another disgraced former public official who has failed to live up to their obligation. Check out ML’s recent column on Hizzoner here.

Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports and the College Sports Enquirer podcast rejoins the SOD crew to debate whether leaving Florida State out of the playoffs. Check out his podcast here.

Marc is feeling pretty confident that the Connor Stalions controversy has blown over now that his Michigan Wolverines at the top team in the land, but ML thinks they’ve been set up for a fall in Pasadena. It may be the one thing ML and Shawn agree on.

Shawn once again steals the show by recounting the time he drove through the South with four pounds of weed in his car. Listen and learn what happened when he and his pusher pal got pulled over.

By now we’ve learned a lot of crazy stuff happens in conveyances that carry Shawn to and fro, but even we weren’t ready for his latest tale about his fighter pilot stepdad Belvin and what happened in the back of a van headed to New Orleans.

The debate over the impact money has had on college football continues, revealing that Shawn thinks colleges should spend more on coffee shops and indie music than dormitories and sports programs. We’re still considering bonus options for Patreon subscribers before we launch our new funding stream in 2024. Please send your own suggestions tomlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The folks who devised the 4-team college football playoff format aren’t going to win a MacArthur Genius Grant, but they did take our prize!

ROOM 7609: ML discovers an act even Shawn should like when he books Nervus Rex into the New Wave suite to perform “Don’t Look.”

FEEDBACK: Dan smells a rat in East Lansing whose journey began in Corvallis. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
5637alabama,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,fsu,kilpatrick,kwame,michigan,ncaa,news,press,texas,washington,wetzel,windsor,wrif,yahootruefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: LIMITED TIME ONLY! Get your exclusive ML Soul of Detroit merchandise in time for the holidays! But act fast, because the online sale ends 11/29 at 8 p.m. Shop here.

ML, like the Smiths, is “Still Ill,” but he took the Z Pack before coming to the studio so the only thing he'll spread is holiday cheer.

With all the successful college football being played in Michigan these days, Marc opts to start the show by asking ML to relive the trauma of witnessing the Spartans’ latest spanking. Marc asks ML for his take on the Michigan State Spartans new head football coach Jonathan Smith. ML says he has a couple reasons he likes the hire ... then lists about a half dozen.

The Connor Stalions myth was exploded Saturday when the Michigan Wolverines beat the Ohio State Buckeyes, at least according to Marc, who went on the disabled list shortly after The Game.

Tresa Baldas of the Detroit Free Press dials in to discuss the latest shocking developments in the Ethan Crumbley case – including how one of the lawyers in the case could end up behind bars. Check out her latest story here.
Intern Al, who is 16, shares what it’s like to go to high school these days and how “Hide, Run, Fight” has made it even harder to be a kid.

Shawn dials in from East Lansing where he met MSU’s new football got a chance to catch up with Mark Dantonio, the program’s winningest coach, who demonstrated a new appreciation for the media.Al discusses some bonus options for potential Patreon subscribers. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The jogger who filmed himself shooting someone who blocked his path is too vile to be this week’s geek, so ML opts for another lawsuit loser who tried to pay off a judgment in change.ROOM 7609ML just finished watching “The Americans,” inspiring him to book Kim Wilde into the New Wave suite to perform “The Kids in America.”

FEEDBACK: Emma says Harbaugh is king. Listen and learn why. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57835450Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:15:33 +0000ML ElrickA lawyer for one of Ethan Crumbley’s parents may join them in jail, Shawn is standing on his head and ML and Marc ask Intern Al to help them make sense of it all. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://fabricatedcustoms.com/collections/soul-of-detroit ML, like the...
STRAIGHT DOPE: LIMITED TIME ONLY! Get your exclusive ML Soul of Detroit merchandise in time for the holidays! But act fast, because the online sale ends 11/29 at 8 p.m. Shop here.

ML, like the Smiths, is “Still Ill,” but he took the Z Pack before coming to the studio so the only thing he'll spread is holiday cheer.

With all the successful college football being played in Michigan these days, Marc opts to start the show by asking ML to relive the trauma of witnessing the Spartans’ latest spanking. Marc asks ML for his take on the Michigan State Spartans new head football coach Jonathan Smith. ML says he has a couple reasons he likes the hire ... then lists about a half dozen.

The Connor Stalions myth was exploded Saturday when the Michigan Wolverines beat the Ohio State Buckeyes, at least according to Marc, who went on the disabled list shortly after The Game.

Tresa Baldas of the Detroit Free Press dials in to discuss the latest shocking developments in the Ethan Crumbley case – including how one of the lawyers in the case could end up behind bars. Check out her latest story here.
Intern Al, who is 16, shares what it’s like to go to high school these days and how “Hide, Run, Fight” has made it even harder to be a kid.

Shawn dials in from East Lansing where he met MSU’s new football got a chance to catch up with Mark Dantonio, the program’s winningest coach, who demonstrated a new appreciation for the media.Al discusses some bonus options for potential Patreon subscribers. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The jogger who filmed himself shooting someone who blocked his path is too vile to be this week’s geek, so ML opts for another lawsuit loser who tried to pay off a judgment in change.ROOM 7609ML just finished watching “The Americans,” inspiring him to book Kim Wilde into the New Wave suite to perform “The Kids in America.”

FEEDBACK: Emma says Harbaugh is king. Listen and learn why. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of...]]>5950baldas,big10,court,crumbly,detroit,elrick,ethan,football,fox,free,michigan,msu,news,oxford,press,shooting,smith,spartans,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: LIMITED TIME ONLY! Get your exclusive ML Soul of Detroit merchandise in time for the holidays! But act fast, because the online sale ends 11/29 at 8 p.m. Shop here.

For our pre-Thanksgiving special, we welcome our NIL athlete Kalee Kniess back in studio for an update in the chaos at Michigan’s second-most scandalous university. We also introduce listeners to intern Al, who reveals why high school kids fear Swifties.

Get the bell ready! Shawn isn’t happy about it, but ML is telling some new Kwame Kilpatrick tales. Marc is fascinated. Kilpatrick has a new job and his boss says he’s a “changed man.” He just hasn’t shared any of that change with Detroit, who he owes $850,000 in restitution. ML’s latest Free Press column tallies up how much he owes taxpayers and how he’s continuing to live large. Read it here.
Because the children are our future, Shawn asks Kalee and Al what they know about Kilpatrick.

ML is going to be out and about this week. Catch him Wednesday at the Magic Bag for the Smiths United show, or Friday at Thomas Magee’s Sporting House and Whiskey Bar in Eastern Market before the Michigan State-Penn State game at Ford Field. Learn more about the bar here.

Shawn and Marc renew their debate over the sign-stealing scandal while ML sits back and waits for a chance to play an “I-told-you-so” clip from last week’s show. Here’s Shawn’s latest column.

A listener believes he’s identified what happened to Shawn’s rental car in Los Angeles. Ever hear of a “soup kitchen?”


Al discusses some potential bonus options for Patreon subscribers. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tries to get sly by calling out Lions skeptics.

ROOM 7609: Shawn was SUPPOSED to pick his favorite Robert Bradley's Blackwater Surprise tune to fulfill a pledge to listener Lilija, but listener Bob saves the day by booking English Beat into the New Wave suite to perform “Mirror in the Bathroom.”

FEEDBACK: ML and the crew delve into why police and the media haven’t identified the “person of interest” in a local high-profile murder. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57753443Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:54:32 +0000ML ElrickKwame Kilpatrick once said we “done set him up for a comeback,” and now that he’s poised to come back, ML is telling some exclusive new tales about how Hizzoner is living large, while Shawn complains and Marc maintains. STRAIGHT DOPE: LIMITED TIME...
STRAIGHT DOPE: LIMITED TIME ONLY! Get your exclusive ML Soul of Detroit merchandise in time for the holidays! But act fast, because the online sale ends 11/29 at 8 p.m. Shop here.

For our pre-Thanksgiving special, we welcome our NIL athlete Kalee Kniess back in studio for an update in the chaos at Michigan’s second-most scandalous university. We also introduce listeners to intern Al, who reveals why high school kids fear Swifties.

Get the bell ready! Shawn isn’t happy about it, but ML is telling some new Kwame Kilpatrick tales. Marc is fascinated. Kilpatrick has a new job and his boss says he’s a “changed man.” He just hasn’t shared any of that change with Detroit, who he owes $850,000 in restitution. ML’s latest Free Press column tallies up how much he owes taxpayers and how he’s continuing to live large. Read it here.
Because the children are our future, Shawn asks Kalee and Al what they know about Kilpatrick.

ML is going to be out and about this week. Catch him Wednesday at the Magic Bag for the Smiths United show, or Friday at Thomas Magee’s Sporting House and Whiskey Bar in Eastern Market before the Michigan State-Penn State game at Ford Field. Learn more about the bar here.

Shawn and Marc renew their debate over the sign-stealing scandal while ML sits back and waits for a chance to play an “I-told-you-so” clip from last week’s show. Here’s Shawn’s latest column.

A listener believes he’s identified what happened to Shawn’s rental car in Los Angeles. Ever hear of a “soup kitchen?”


Al discusses some potential bonus options for Patreon subscribers. Please send your own suggestions to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tries to get sly by calling out Lions skeptics.

ROOM 7609: Shawn was SUPPOSED to pick his favorite Robert Bradley's Blackwater Surprise tune to fulfill a pledge to listener Lilija, but listener Bob saves the day by booking English Beat into the New Wave suite to perform “Mirror in the Bathroom.”

FEEDBACK: ML and the crew delve into why police and the media haven’t identified the “person of interest” in a local high-profile murder. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise...]]>6755detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,kardashian,kilpatrick,kwame,michigan,msu,news,osu,press,swift,taylor,travis,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML’s called state lawmakers chickens for failing to pass stronger financial disclosure legislation that would allow us to see where they get their dough – and who might have influence over them. Read that column here.

ML followed up with a column criticizing 11 state lawmakers for writing a letter on behalf of Jim Harbaugh while there was still time to improve legislation designed to help us know where they get their dough. One of the lawmakers who pushed back dials in to the podcast to debate the matter. Here’s a link to the column in question.

State Rep. Phil Skaggs, a Democrat from East Grand Rapids, wrote the Harbaugh letter and helped lead the effort to improve the financial disclosure legislation.
He lays out the three main problems with the watered-down version that passed: Lawmakers and candidates can hide assets by transferring them to their spouses, who are not required to detail their finances; there’s nothing to stop lawmakers from taking gifts; and there’s no real punishment for people who break the rules.

ML and Phil disagree on the value of the Harbaugh letter: ML calls it political grandstanding, while Skaggs says he was just sticking up for an institution in his state that everyone in Michigan has a stake in defending. Here’s a link to the press release on Phil’s letter, which contains a link to the letter.

Marc and Phil bond over their love of the Michigan Wolverines and belief that the NCAA and Big Ten are denying Harbaugh due process. ML believes that if the Michigan Wolverines had not been stealing signs, his Michigan State Spartans would have only lost 42-7.

ML says he’s sorry if he painted the letter-writers with so broad a brush that some readers believed they were responsible for not passing more stringent financial disclosure laws and acknowledges Phil’s efforts to pass a better bill. (He still believes the Harbaugh letter was a silly waste of time.)

Phil says he will continue working to improve financial disclosure rules and ML says he will continue to write about the need for more transparency and open government.
After a serious policy discussion, Shawn dials in with a seriously long and convoluted story.

Shawn watched the Wolverines beat Penn State in Happy Valley, then flew to Los Angeles to cover the Detroit Lions win over the L.A. Chargers. He joins in from a non-descript airport hotel room to share a turgid tale of highway fires, beef sandwiches and a mysterious leather jacket.

Marc and Shawn continue to debate the severity of the sign-stealing scandal. Here’s what Shawn wrote about the stain Harbaugh is leaving on his school.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Two Jimbos share this week’s award: Buyin’ Jimbo Fisher, just fired as coach of Texas A&M after spending millions on recruits didn’t translate to success on the gridiron, and Lyin’ Jimbo Harbaugh, the Michigan martyr.

ROOM 7609: Listener Brian TOTALLY nails the purpose of the New Wave Suite by booking superstars The GoGos to play their under-appreciated gem “Automatic.”

FEEDBACK: ML gets a one-star review. Marc gets a no-star review. Shawn wins! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57633384Tue, 14 Nov 2023 19:35:20 +0000ML ElrickA beef between ML and a state lawmaker goes from X to the podcast, where Marc sides with state Rep. Phil Skaggs on the University of Michigan’s beef with the Big Ten before Shawn dials in from L.A. where he had a strange encounter with abandoned...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML’s called state lawmakers chickens for failing to pass stronger financial disclosure legislation that would allow us to see where they get their dough – and who might have influence over them. Read that column here.

ML followed up with a column criticizing 11 state lawmakers for writing a letter on behalf of Jim Harbaugh while there was still time to improve legislation designed to help us know where they get their dough. One of the lawmakers who pushed back dials in to the podcast to debate the matter. Here’s a link to the column in question.

State Rep. Phil Skaggs, a Democrat from East Grand Rapids, wrote the Harbaugh letter and helped lead the effort to improve the financial disclosure legislation.
He lays out the three main problems with the watered-down version that passed: Lawmakers and candidates can hide assets by transferring them to their spouses, who are not required to detail their finances; there’s nothing to stop lawmakers from taking gifts; and there’s no real punishment for people who break the rules.

ML and Phil disagree on the value of the Harbaugh letter: ML calls it political grandstanding, while Skaggs says he was just sticking up for an institution in his state that everyone in Michigan has a stake in defending. Here’s a link to the press release on Phil’s letter, which contains a link to the letter.

Marc and Phil bond over their love of the Michigan Wolverines and belief that the NCAA and Big Ten are denying Harbaugh due process. ML believes that if the Michigan Wolverines had not been stealing signs, his Michigan State Spartans would have only lost 42-7.

ML says he’s sorry if he painted the letter-writers with so broad a brush that some readers believed they were responsible for not passing more stringent financial disclosure laws and acknowledges Phil’s efforts to pass a better bill. (He still believes the Harbaugh letter was a silly waste of time.)

Phil says he will continue working to improve financial disclosure rules and ML says he will continue to write about the need for more transparency and open government.
After a serious policy discussion, Shawn dials in with a seriously long and convoluted story.

Shawn watched the Wolverines beat Penn State in Happy Valley, then flew to Los Angeles to cover the Detroit Lions win over the L.A. Chargers. He joins in from a non-descript airport hotel room to share a turgid tale of highway fires, beef sandwiches and a mysterious leather jacket.

Marc and Shawn continue to debate the severity of the sign-stealing scandal. Here’s what Shawn wrote about the stain Harbaugh is leaving on his school.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Two Jimbos share this week’s award: Buyin’ Jimbo Fisher, just fired as coach of Texas A&M after spending millions on recruits didn’t translate to success on the...]]>5810big10,congress,detroit,elrick,football,fox,freep,harbaugh,house,michigan,news,petini,representative,senate,skaggs,transparancy,whitmer,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Sophisticated as always, ML and Marc revisit their discussion about whether Michigan Wolverines sign stealer and spy master Connor Stalions is a good porn name.

Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports knows more about what’s going on in Ann Arbor than the NCAA and the Big Ten – or at least he’s more rational about it. He gives us his take on what’s going on – and what should happen. Read his latest here.

Did Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh invent cheating, or just raise it to an art form? Dan says football, unlike most other sports, is all about cheating!


Dan says Big Ten coaches who complained U-M was cheating may have undercut their own cause after a new report surfaced that other colleges were trying to steal the Wolverines’ signs. As Matthew Perry, the subject of last week’s episode, might have said: “Could this get any more convoluted!”

Marc believes Harbaugh was truthful when he said he didn’t know about Stalions’ sign stealing operation. ML believes Harbaugh is a liar who always claims to know nothing anything about the major scandals in his midst.

Dan says the Big Ten may suspend Harbaugh for the rest of the season. Shawn, Marc and ML discuss whether that’s fair. You may be surprised by ML’s call for calm.

ML offers his analysis of how the investigation into the scandal could go, as well as reflects on how the feds failed in their bid to get to the bottom of Wayne County corruption during the Bob Ficano administration. Trust us, there’s a connection!

Dan digresses to compliment ML on describing the woman believed to have danced at the mythic Manoogian Mansion party as “entertainer Strawberry.” ML digresses to discuss the differences between the business practices of white and Black strippers, as well as how his investigation with Jim Schafer into the Manoogian Mansion party rumor uncovered some very interesting stripper names. Listen and learn who thought those names were “whack.”


Dan tells the story of a former Florida football coach who appeared in a photo naked with a shark. He has lots of other great stories. Check out his podcast here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Missouri public schools, who pay teachers so little that two of them say they had to turn to Only Fans to support themselves, are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Tod books the Undertones into the New Wave suite to get their “Teenage Kicks.”

FEEDBACK: Kudos for Tresa Baldas and Shawn, and an offer the Soul of Detroit can’t refuse? We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!

Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!

Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Please check out my podcast, ML's Soul of Detroit. Follow me on Facebook at ML Elrick, on Twitter @elrick, and on Instagram at ml_elrick.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57546064Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:01:37 +0000ML ElrickYahoo! Sports Dan Wetzel, an expert on the Michigan Wolverines sign-stealing scandal, tells ML, Marc and Shawn what went wrong and why all the coaches complaining about it aren’t as innocent as they would have us believe. STRAIGHT DOPE: Sophisticated...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Sophisticated as always, ML and Marc revisit their discussion about whether Michigan Wolverines sign stealer and spy master Connor Stalions is a good porn name.

Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports knows more about what’s going on in Ann Arbor than the NCAA and the Big Ten – or at least he’s more rational about it. He gives us his take on what’s going on – and what should happen. Read his latest here.

Did Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh invent cheating, or just raise it to an art form? Dan says football, unlike most other sports, is all about cheating!


Dan says Big Ten coaches who complained U-M was cheating may have undercut their own cause after a new report surfaced that other colleges were trying to steal the Wolverines’ signs. As Matthew Perry, the subject of last week’s episode, might have said: “Could this get any more convoluted!”

Marc believes Harbaugh was truthful when he said he didn’t know about Stalions’ sign stealing operation. ML believes Harbaugh is a liar who always claims to know nothing anything about the major scandals in his midst.

Dan says the Big Ten may suspend Harbaugh for the rest of the season. Shawn, Marc and ML discuss whether that’s fair. You may be surprised by ML’s call for calm.

ML offers his analysis of how the investigation into the scandal could go, as well as reflects on how the feds failed in their bid to get to the bottom of Wayne County corruption during the Bob Ficano administration. Trust us, there’s a connection!

Dan digresses to compliment ML on describing the woman believed to have danced at the mythic Manoogian Mansion party as “entertainer Strawberry.” ML digresses to discuss the differences between the business practices of white and Black strippers, as well as how his investigation with Jim Schafer into the Manoogian Mansion party rumor uncovered some very interesting stripper names. Listen and learn who thought those names were “whack.”


Dan tells the story of a former Florida football coach who appeared in a photo naked with a shark. He has lots of other great stories. Check out his podcast here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Missouri public schools, who pay teachers so little that two of them say they had to turn to Only Fans to support themselves, are this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Listener Tod books the Undertones into the New Wave suite to get their “Teenage Kicks.”

FEEDBACK: Kudos for Tresa Baldas and Shawn, and an offer the Soul of Detroit can’t refuse? We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the...]]>5034big10,conner,detroit,elrick,football,free,hail,harbaugh,michigan,ml,ncaa,news,press,signs,sports,stalions,victors,wetzel,windsor,yahoofalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts off with some updates: the whereabouts of Joe Zuver, the suspension of the video version of the podcast, and what is being done to make the show bigger, better and, yes, less than free for supporters who want a premium podcast experience.
Chandler Bing has made his last smart aleck remark. But first the man Michigan Journalist of the Year emeritus Tresa Baldas calls her Chandler riffs on the latest sports scandal involving the Michigan Wolverines -- which he has been paying more attention to since his Michigan State Spartans’ season unofficially ended six weeks ago.
An emotional Tresa dials in to share what she learned from reading Matthew Perry’s memoir, which discusses his quest for fame and battle with addiction.
Tresa says people compare ML (her husband) to Chandler, prompting ML to chime in that, like Matthew Perry, he’s having dental problems. A discussion of how Matthew Perry lost his choppers ensues.
Shawn, Marc, ML and Tresa talk about what made Chandler Bing such a cultural icon – as well as other characters that have captured the zeitgeist.Shawn wants to wrap it up … but not before launching into a lengthy discussion of the sign stealing scandal at U-M – which Marc says isn’t a scandal.
A spirited debate follows, while ML just sits on the sideline. Until he doesn’t.
Here’s Shawn’s latest on the topic.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A teacher who continued to show his fourth graders a slasher Winnie the Pooh movie – even after they implored him to stop – is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Detroit rockers Rhythm Corps are back together and playing St. Andrew’s Hall – and our New Wave suite – where they perform “Solidarity.”

FEEDBACK: LeDuff discussion dominates – as usual. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57460394Tue, 31 Oct 2023 19:16:49 +0000ML ElrickMatthew Perry’s sudden death prompts ML, Marc and Shawn to invite Tresa Baldas to discuss what she learned from reading “Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing.” STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts off with some updates: the whereabouts of Joe Zuver, the...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts off with some updates: the whereabouts of Joe Zuver, the suspension of the video version of the podcast, and what is being done to make the show bigger, better and, yes, less than free for supporters who want a premium podcast experience.
Chandler Bing has made his last smart aleck remark. But first the man Michigan Journalist of the Year emeritus Tresa Baldas calls her Chandler riffs on the latest sports scandal involving the Michigan Wolverines -- which he has been paying more attention to since his Michigan State Spartans’ season unofficially ended six weeks ago.
An emotional Tresa dials in to share what she learned from reading Matthew Perry’s memoir, which discusses his quest for fame and battle with addiction.
Tresa says people compare ML (her husband) to Chandler, prompting ML to chime in that, like Matthew Perry, he’s having dental problems. A discussion of how Matthew Perry lost his choppers ensues.
Shawn, Marc, ML and Tresa talk about what made Chandler Bing such a cultural icon – as well as other characters that have captured the zeitgeist.Shawn wants to wrap it up … but not before launching into a lengthy discussion of the sign stealing scandal at U-M – which Marc says isn’t a scandal.
A spirited debate follows, while ML just sits on the sideline. Until he doesn’t.
Here’s Shawn’s latest on the topic.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A teacher who continued to show his fourth graders a slasher Winnie the Pooh movie – even after they implored him to stop – is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Detroit rockers Rhythm Corps are back together and playing St. Andrew’s Hall – and our New Wave suite – where they perform “Solidarity.”

FEEDBACK: LeDuff discussion dominates – as usual. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

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STRAIGHT DOPE: Charlie is sorry for a social media post that cost him his job as a Detroit News columnist, but the apology he shares with ML and Shawn aren’t for who you might think.
Charlie’s last (at least for now) column for the Detroit News accuses Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel of meddling in an investigation of a friend and political ally.
When Nessel complained about Charlie’s column, Detroit News Editor and Publisher Gary Miles defended it.
Then Charlie got, as he put it “two clever by half” and made a social media post that many folks recognize as a euphemism for the c-word. A couple days later, Charlie was a former News columnist.

ML and Shawn differ with Charlie’s position on when and where it may be appropriate to use the c-word. They all agree it’s unfortunate the controversy makes it harder to focus on the issue of politicians doing friends favors.
Social media played a role in Charlie’s undoing, leading to a debate on the pitfalls and payoffs of this new-fangled way for folks to get themselves in trouble – and to spread their message.
Shawn tells Charlie he misses his more provocative reports, like the time he drove a golf ball across Detroit. Charlie says he misses doing them, too, but adds that he hasn’t given them up.
ML, Shawn and Charlie discuss what’s next for the Pulitzer Prize-winning scribe.
Before he goes, Charlie enjoys a quick look back on his alma mater’s 49-0 drubbing of Michigan State in East Lansing last Saturday.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The NCAA, which doesn’t get much right, is wrong again when it comes to punishing successful programs – and this time they’re not penalizing the successful program you think.

ROOM 7609: In a moment notable for its rarity, Shawn approves of ML’s decision to book The Bangles into the New Wave suite to perform “A Hazy Shade of Winter” to close out our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie theme songs.

FEEDBACK: ML and MSU take lots of heat from Lions fans, music critics and people who expect more from a host and a university. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57374328Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:20:45 +0000ML ElrickCharlie LeDuff makes good and bad headlines, but doesn’t duck the tough questions when he connects with ML and Shawn over his latest scoop and the ensuing controversy that cost him his Detroit News job, while Joe quietly puts in his last day....
STRAIGHT DOPE: Charlie is sorry for a social media post that cost him his job as a Detroit News columnist, but the apology he shares with ML and Shawn aren’t for who you might think.
Charlie’s last (at least for now) column for the Detroit News accuses Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel of meddling in an investigation of a friend and political ally.
When Nessel complained about Charlie’s column, Detroit News Editor and Publisher Gary Miles defended it.
Then Charlie got, as he put it “two clever by half” and made a social media post that many folks recognize as a euphemism for the c-word. A couple days later, Charlie was a former News columnist.

ML and Shawn differ with Charlie’s position on when and where it may be appropriate to use the c-word. They all agree it’s unfortunate the controversy makes it harder to focus on the issue of politicians doing friends favors.
Social media played a role in Charlie’s undoing, leading to a debate on the pitfalls and payoffs of this new-fangled way for folks to get themselves in trouble – and to spread their message.
Shawn tells Charlie he misses his more provocative reports, like the time he drove a golf ball across Detroit. Charlie says he misses doing them, too, but adds that he hasn’t given them up.
ML, Shawn and Charlie discuss what’s next for the Pulitzer Prize-winning scribe.
Before he goes, Charlie enjoys a quick look back on his alma mater’s 49-0 drubbing of Michigan State in East Lansing last Saturday.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The NCAA, which doesn’t get much right, is wrong again when it comes to punishing successful programs – and this time they’re not penalizing the successful program you think.

ROOM 7609: In a moment notable for its rarity, Shawn approves of ML’s decision to book The Bangles into the New Wave suite to perform “A Hazy Shade of Winter” to close out our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie theme songs.

FEEDBACK: ML and MSU take lots of heat from Lions fans, music critics and people who expect more from a host and a university. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell...]]>4601detroit,drew,elrick,fox,free,leduff,michigan,mike,nbn,news,next,press,see,tuesday,windsor,wrif,youfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli debates whether it’s too soon to make Mel Tucker jokes … then tries out some Mel Tucker jokes.
A day before Eli hosts the Detroit Sports Media Association’s annual Michigan Wolverines-Michigan State Spartans pre-game luncheon, ML invites him to talk about The Big Game. But Shawn has other plans.Wolverines generally are not ML’s favorite people, but meeting Devin Gardner and Braylon Edwards at past luncheons opened his mind.
Marc suggests that people are people, but ML is still skeptical.
A downcast ML desperately tries to discuss Saturday’s expected Spartan pounding in East Lansing, but Shawn announces no one cares and launches into a paean to the Detroit Lions.
In case you’re too busy to listen to the whole podcast, Shawn thinks the Lions are great. He thinks everyone cares about the Lions. He thinks it’s the greatest sports story in modern history. He thinks the Lions have the power to cure the sick and bring peace to the Middle East. ML begs to differ.
Eli expounds on the marketing majesty that is the NFL and how no other sport dominates the American consciousness like pro football. ML says he doesn’t like pro football. Marc thinks he’s crazy.Marc, Shawn and Eli accuse ML of hating the Lions so much that he refuses to acknowledge their success. ML says he’s at least waiting for them to win a playoff game.
Marc asks a suddenly silent ML for his prediction for Saturday's MSU-UM game. ML says "rain."

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Proving that four heads may not be better than one, ML asks the team to help figure out who is the geek in a wretched relationship.

ROOM 7609: For the first time since he invited listeners to suggest New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes, ML feels some regret as The Papers play their BMX movie anthem “I’m Ready to Fly.”FEEDBACKListeners love Rik Emmett … and Tears for Fears. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”. We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57274799Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:58:23 +0000ML ElrickEli Zaret joins ML and Marc to talk about The Big Game until Shawn, like the blimp in “Black Sunday,” hijacks the show to rave (and rant) about the Detroit Lions, while Joe waves his pom-poms. STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli debates whether it’s too soon to make...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli debates whether it’s too soon to make Mel Tucker jokes … then tries out some Mel Tucker jokes.
A day before Eli hosts the Detroit Sports Media Association’s annual Michigan Wolverines-Michigan State Spartans pre-game luncheon, ML invites him to talk about The Big Game. But Shawn has other plans.Wolverines generally are not ML’s favorite people, but meeting Devin Gardner and Braylon Edwards at past luncheons opened his mind.
Marc suggests that people are people, but ML is still skeptical.
A downcast ML desperately tries to discuss Saturday’s expected Spartan pounding in East Lansing, but Shawn announces no one cares and launches into a paean to the Detroit Lions.
In case you’re too busy to listen to the whole podcast, Shawn thinks the Lions are great. He thinks everyone cares about the Lions. He thinks it’s the greatest sports story in modern history. He thinks the Lions have the power to cure the sick and bring peace to the Middle East. ML begs to differ.
Eli expounds on the marketing majesty that is the NFL and how no other sport dominates the American consciousness like pro football. ML says he doesn’t like pro football. Marc thinks he’s crazy.Marc, Shawn and Eli accuse ML of hating the Lions so much that he refuses to acknowledge their success. ML says he’s at least waiting for them to win a playoff game.
Marc asks a suddenly silent ML for his prediction for Saturday's MSU-UM game. ML says "rain."

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Proving that four heads may not be better than one, ML asks the team to help figure out who is the geek in a wretched relationship.

ROOM 7609: For the first time since he invited listeners to suggest New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes, ML feels some regret as The Papers play their BMX movie anthem “I’m Ready to Fly.”FEEDBACKListeners love Rik Emmett … and Tears for Fears. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”. We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

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STRAIGHT DOPE: It's the same old story all over again -- ML still loves Canadian metal, as he tells guitar player and singer Rik Emmett of Triumph when he zooms in discuss his new memoir “Lay It On The Line: A Backstage Pass to Rock Star Adventure, Conflict and Triumph.”
ML tells Rik how his career at Fox 2 went off the rails shortly after he tried singing some Triumph tunes during the podcast’s “Guilty Pleasures” episode a few years ago. Shawn urges ML to try again. You’ll have to listen to learn whether the challenge is accepted.
Rik’s book is unlike any rock memoir you’ve heard of. For starters, it takes him 78 pages before he says much about the rock band that brought him fame and fortune. Instead, it’s a look at life and a reflection on his journey.
Michigan gets lots of mentions in Rik’s book. Two of his favorite shows were at Cobo and Joe Louis Arena. His son played baseball at Central Michigan University. And he sang the national anthem at Comerica Park before CMU’s game against the “University of Michigan Spartans.”
Rik shares recollections of being escorted into Harpo’s before gigs because the eastside neighborhood surrounding the legendary venue was so rough. He also recalls doing a gig downtown where a guy was stabbed and taken to the green room. Rik says the guy died, and Triumph killed.
Rockers are known for their partying. Rik explains why he favored herbal tea after shows.
ML asks Rik about a scene from the documentary “Triumph, Rock and Roll Machine” that reveals how a letter Rik wrote to a cancer patient may have helped save his life.
“Heavy Metal” and “spirituality” are seldom heard in the same sentence. Yet Rik’s lyrics evoked a depth of emotion that set his music apart from most hard rock bands. ML asks him to explain his inspirations.
Shawn asks Rik when he cut his hair.
Rik asks ML what "ML" stands for.
Music is a business, and the business of music contributed to Triumph’s dissolution. Rik discusses how the rift developed between him and the other Musketeers, Gil Moore and Mike Levine.
In the 1980s, there were two three-piece hard rock bands from Toronto: Rush and Triumph. Marc asks Rik what he thought about the OTHER Canadian power trio.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Former Detroit Lion Calvin Johnson, who quit and then complained that he didn’t get to keep all the money he negotiated before he decided to quit, gives a pep talk TO THE OTHER TEAM, so ML makes him a first-ballot inductee into our hall of shame.

ROOM 7609: One of Rik’s favorite recordings is a New Wave tune – “Woman in Chains” by Tears for Fears, which leaves Shawn and Marc as “Podcasters in Pain.” Undeterred, ML invites listeners to nominate more New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes. Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: A sports reporter who seemed sympathetic to Mel Tucker ends up in the crosshairs and a listener wonders “whatever happened to all those sideline signs.” We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57182487Tue, 10 Oct 2023 17:51:19 +0000ML ElrickRock star, professor and author Rik Emmett of Triumph lays it on the line with ML, Marc and Shawn while Joe fights the good fight. Emmett discusses his career, his new biography, and his experiences in the music industry. He also shares his thoughts...
STRAIGHT DOPE: It's the same old story all over again -- ML still loves Canadian metal, as he tells guitar player and singer Rik Emmett of Triumph when he zooms in discuss his new memoir “Lay It On The Line: A Backstage Pass to Rock Star Adventure, Conflict and Triumph.”
ML tells Rik how his career at Fox 2 went off the rails shortly after he tried singing some Triumph tunes during the podcast’s “Guilty Pleasures” episode a few years ago. Shawn urges ML to try again. You’ll have to listen to learn whether the challenge is accepted.
Rik’s book is unlike any rock memoir you’ve heard of. For starters, it takes him 78 pages before he says much about the rock band that brought him fame and fortune. Instead, it’s a look at life and a reflection on his journey.
Michigan gets lots of mentions in Rik’s book. Two of his favorite shows were at Cobo and Joe Louis Arena. His son played baseball at Central Michigan University. And he sang the national anthem at Comerica Park before CMU’s game against the “University of Michigan Spartans.”
Rik shares recollections of being escorted into Harpo’s before gigs because the eastside neighborhood surrounding the legendary venue was so rough. He also recalls doing a gig downtown where a guy was stabbed and taken to the green room. Rik says the guy died, and Triumph killed.
Rockers are known for their partying. Rik explains why he favored herbal tea after shows.
ML asks Rik about a scene from the documentary “Triumph, Rock and Roll Machine” that reveals how a letter Rik wrote to a cancer patient may have helped save his life.
“Heavy Metal” and “spirituality” are seldom heard in the same sentence. Yet Rik’s lyrics evoked a depth of emotion that set his music apart from most hard rock bands. ML asks him to explain his inspirations.
Shawn asks Rik when he cut his hair.
Rik asks ML what "ML" stands for.
Music is a business, and the business of music contributed to Triumph’s dissolution. Rik discusses how the rift developed between him and the other Musketeers, Gil Moore and Mike Levine.
In the 1980s, there were two three-piece hard rock bands from Toronto: Rush and Triumph. Marc asks Rik what he thought about the OTHER Canadian power trio.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Former Detroit Lion Calvin Johnson, who quit and then complained that he didn’t get to keep all the money he negotiated before he decided to quit, gives a pep talk TO THE OTHER TEAM, so ML makes him a first-ballot inductee into our hall of shame.

ROOM 7609: One of Rik’s favorite recordings is a New Wave tune – “Woman in Chains” by Tears for Fears, which leaves Shawn and Marc as “Podcasters in Pain.” Undeterred, ML invites listeners to nominate more New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes. Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: A sports reporter who seemed sympathetic to Mel Tucker ends up in the crosshairs and a listener wonders “whatever happened to all those sideline signs.” We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if...]]>5703canada,elrick,emmitt,fox,freep,lansing,lay,line,msu,music,news,press,rik,rock,triumph,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/professor-meth-october-3-2023--57048387
STRAIGHT DOPE: As YouTube subscribers can attest, Shawn’s empty chair fills in admirably for Shawn, bringing roughly the same amount of energy with fewer calories!
Use this link to subscribe and hit the bell so you’ll always know when we go LIVE.
ML passed up a chance to see Miggy’s last game, so instead he regales Marc with tales of the final game of the season he attended in 2003 – the worst season in Tigers’ history.
With his Wolverines challenging for the top spot in college football, Marc instead wants to talk about ML’s Spartans and their latest successful bid to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.
Get Marc’s take on whether the team would be better with Mel Tucker in charge.

Former Detroit police chief James Craig finally gets into the Michigan GOP primary for the U.S. Senate. ML and Marc discuss his chances. Read all about it here.
Ethan Crumbley’s parents get some bad news from the Michigan Supreme Court. Get ML and Marc’s analysis of their legal case – and the peril ahead. Get the latest here: Michigan Supreme Court refuses to hear case of James and Jennifer Crumbley
Mackenzie Allbee, the MSU student who helped reveal the troubled past of her kinesiology professor, dials in to discuss how students knew something wasn’t right with the cranky prof who was gone after two class sessions. Here is The State News article.

The dyspeptic MSU adjunct prompted long-time adjunct journalism prof ML to check out how he fared on RateMyProfs. Use this link to see how he did.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML isn’t a millionaire, but he is a Spartan Dawg for Life. Listen and learn about the phony Spartan Dawg for Life whose highest accomplishment is being our Geek of Week.

ROOM 7609: Listener John recommended the Pixies “Where is My Mind” as the next entry in our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes.
Listen and learn which movie it was featured in and what aspect of the movie drives ML crazy.
Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Spartan sorrows and Shawn’s similarities with a war hero are on your mind. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57048387Tue, 03 Oct 2023 17:24:47 +0000ML ElrickCall him “Walter (Green and) White.” At least that’s how ML and Marc refer to the MSU adjunct professor of kinesiology who students discovered had some problems with meth charges in Louisiana, making Joe more grateful than ever to be a WSU grad....
STRAIGHT DOPE: As YouTube subscribers can attest, Shawn’s empty chair fills in admirably for Shawn, bringing roughly the same amount of energy with fewer calories!
Use this link to subscribe and hit the bell so you’ll always know when we go LIVE.
ML passed up a chance to see Miggy’s last game, so instead he regales Marc with tales of the final game of the season he attended in 2003 – the worst season in Tigers’ history.
With his Wolverines challenging for the top spot in college football, Marc instead wants to talk about ML’s Spartans and their latest successful bid to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.
Get Marc’s take on whether the team would be better with Mel Tucker in charge.

Former Detroit police chief James Craig finally gets into the Michigan GOP primary for the U.S. Senate. ML and Marc discuss his chances. Read all about it here.
Ethan Crumbley’s parents get some bad news from the Michigan Supreme Court. Get ML and Marc’s analysis of their legal case – and the peril ahead. Get the latest here: Michigan Supreme Court refuses to hear case of James and Jennifer Crumbley
Mackenzie Allbee, the MSU student who helped reveal the troubled past of her kinesiology professor, dials in to discuss how students knew something wasn’t right with the cranky prof who was gone after two class sessions. Here is The State News article.

The dyspeptic MSU adjunct prompted long-time adjunct journalism prof ML to check out how he fared on RateMyProfs. Use this link to see how he did.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML isn’t a millionaire, but he is a Spartan Dawg for Life. Listen and learn about the phony Spartan Dawg for Life whose highest accomplishment is being our Geek of Week.

ROOM 7609: Listener John recommended the Pixies “Where is My Mind” as the next entry in our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes.
Listen and learn which movie it was featured in and what aspect of the movie drives ML crazy.
Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Spartan sorrows and Shawn’s similarities with a war hero are on your mind. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify,...]]>4396dawgs,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,kinesiology,lab,lions,meth,michigan,msu,press,professor,sd4l,spartans,state,tigers,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML's first choice for Michigan State's next football coach is a fictional character who, like ML, believes sports should teach about life, not teach that sports are life. Listen and learn who he wants to lead his Green Men.
The three dads in the room discuss whether they would want to have a kid late in life. Shawn and Marc are against it, but ML says he'd be cool with it -- until prom season.

Shawn salutes University of Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy to copping to the anxiety associated with performing under pressure. A discussion of the evolution in athletes sharing their emotions ensues, covering everyone from Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles to Austin Meadows. Read Shawn's column here.

Taylor Swift shows up at a Kansas City Chiefs game and instantly catapults tight end Travis Kelce's jersey sales and social media following into the stratosphere. The crew discuss the "Swift Effect" and how she has maintained the spotlight longer than any artist since Madonna.

Notorious NIL opponent ML says the money college athletes can earn could cost them sympathy from people who feel that they're being paid like professionals, so they should take the heat like professionals. Marc and Shawn responded by renewing the debate over compensation for college athletes.

ML, Marc and Shawn like Coach Prime, but ML says Deion Sanders did Colorado football players wrong when he first came to town. Shawn and Marc disagree -- SURPRISE!!!


GEEK OF THE WEEK: A U.S. senator facing public corruption charges for the second time in a decade is a prime candidate for our GOW honors, but ML instead chooses people involved in a conspiracy ... of silence.


ROOM 7609: "Rad" was a BMX movie that almost everyone forgot about years ago (with good reason). Marc and listener Dave are the exception, but only Dave suggested Real Life's "Send Me An Angel" as the next entry in our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes. Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Listeners liked our latest Mel episode, but not ML. Still, we welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56945919Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:05:29 +0000ML ElrickOld dads, athletes with the blues, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, pretty much everything is on the table as ML, Marc and Shawn offer answers to the world's problems, while Joe only wonders "When will it end?!?" STRAIGHT DOPE: ML's first choice for...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML's first choice for Michigan State's next football coach is a fictional character who, like ML, believes sports should teach about life, not teach that sports are life. Listen and learn who he wants to lead his Green Men.
The three dads in the room discuss whether they would want to have a kid late in life. Shawn and Marc are against it, but ML says he'd be cool with it -- until prom season.

Shawn salutes University of Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy to copping to the anxiety associated with performing under pressure. A discussion of the evolution in athletes sharing their emotions ensues, covering everyone from Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles to Austin Meadows. Read Shawn's column here.

Taylor Swift shows up at a Kansas City Chiefs game and instantly catapults tight end Travis Kelce's jersey sales and social media following into the stratosphere. The crew discuss the "Swift Effect" and how she has maintained the spotlight longer than any artist since Madonna.

Notorious NIL opponent ML says the money college athletes can earn could cost them sympathy from people who feel that they're being paid like professionals, so they should take the heat like professionals. Marc and Shawn responded by renewing the debate over compensation for college athletes.

ML, Marc and Shawn like Coach Prime, but ML says Deion Sanders did Colorado football players wrong when he first came to town. Shawn and Marc disagree -- SURPRISE!!!


GEEK OF THE WEEK: A U.S. senator facing public corruption charges for the second time in a decade is a prime candidate for our GOW honors, but ML instead chooses people involved in a conspiracy ... of silence.


ROOM 7609: "Rad" was a BMX movie that almost everyone forgot about years ago (with good reason). Marc and listener Dave are the exception, but only Dave suggested Real Life's "Send Me An Angel" as the next entry in our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes. Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Listeners liked our latest Mel episode, but not ML. Still, we welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the...]]>5014college,corso,detroit,elrick,fox,free,freep,health,mental,michigan,money,msu,press,trump,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Kenny Jacobs rocked East Lansing a week ago when he revealed that a sexual assault survivor accused Mel Tucker of masturbating without her consent during a call last year.
He discusses how he got the story – and how he almost lost his scoop.
Kenny says Brenda Tracy wanted to wait until MSU completed its investigation before going public with her story. He explains why.
Marc asks Kenny to address several key points of contention in the Tucker-Tracy controversy, including whether Tucker ever offered Tracy a settlement. Kenny has known Tracy for years because of his work reporting on sexual assault on college campuses. Hear what he has to say about her credibility. ML asks Kenny for his score card on who has told the most lies, and learns that one of the parties has told several and one has told none. Listen and learn who is the leader on the liar board.
Did MSU follow the rules when it comes to investigating allegations of sexual harassment? Kenny shares his expertise, during a discussion of “who knew what when?
Shawn weighs in with questions about why MSU didn’t act sooner. Did Tracy make racy comments to Mel? Kenny tells us what he knows from his research and after reviewing 1,200 pages of the investigation’s files.ML asks Kenny if Tracy has mentioned suing Tucker or MSU. Listen to learn his answer.

WXYZ-TV (Channel 7) icon Chuck Stokes will be roasted this weekend as part of the Detroit Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists’ 40th anniversary celebration. Vincent McCraw of DC-NABJ zooms in to tell us what’s on tap – and how you can join the fun. Find out more here.

You already know Shawn is one of the many who ignore ML, but he nevertheless renews his call for MSU to tear down the Green Wall in his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. Read it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tries to placate Shawn by naming a “Hero of the Week,” but gives up and instead gives Maz the one free thing he probably doesn’t want: GOW honors.

ROOM 7609: ML tries again to placate Shawn – this time with better luck – by booking Duran Duran into the New Wave suite to perform “A View to a Kill” as part of our New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes series.
Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Mel is on your mind. We cover everything from his relationship with his boss to whether misogyny is a factor with those who question his accuser. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56857736Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:55:40 +0000ML ElrickUSA Today investigative reporter Kenny Jacobs zooms in to tell ML and Marc how he got the scoop that cost Michigan State head football coach Mel Tucker his job, while Shawn is mired in traffic and Joe nimbly navigates the internet. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Kenny Jacobs rocked East Lansing a week ago when he revealed that a sexual assault survivor accused Mel Tucker of masturbating without her consent during a call last year.
He discusses how he got the story – and how he almost lost his scoop.
Kenny says Brenda Tracy wanted to wait until MSU completed its investigation before going public with her story. He explains why.
Marc asks Kenny to address several key points of contention in the Tucker-Tracy controversy, including whether Tucker ever offered Tracy a settlement. Kenny has known Tracy for years because of his work reporting on sexual assault on college campuses. Hear what he has to say about her credibility. ML asks Kenny for his score card on who has told the most lies, and learns that one of the parties has told several and one has told none. Listen and learn who is the leader on the liar board.
Did MSU follow the rules when it comes to investigating allegations of sexual harassment? Kenny shares his expertise, during a discussion of “who knew what when?
Shawn weighs in with questions about why MSU didn’t act sooner. Did Tracy make racy comments to Mel? Kenny tells us what he knows from his research and after reviewing 1,200 pages of the investigation’s files.ML asks Kenny if Tracy has mentioned suing Tucker or MSU. Listen to learn his answer.

WXYZ-TV (Channel 7) icon Chuck Stokes will be roasted this weekend as part of the Detroit Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists’ 40th anniversary celebration. Vincent McCraw of DC-NABJ zooms in to tell us what’s on tap – and how you can join the fun. Find out more here.

You already know Shawn is one of the many who ignore ML, but he nevertheless renews his call for MSU to tear down the Green Wall in his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. Read it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tries to placate Shawn by naming a “Hero of the Week,” but gives up and instead gives Maz the one free thing he probably doesn’t want: GOW honors.

ROOM 7609: ML tries again to placate Shawn – this time with better luck – by booking Duran Duran into the New Wave suite to perform “A View to a Kill” as part of our New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes series.
Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Mel is on your mind. We cover everything from his relationship with his boss to whether misogyny is a factor with those who question his accuser. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations...]]>6287brenda,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,freep,mel,michigan,msu,press,sex,tracy,tucker,windsor,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with an update on the college football coach from Michigan who is on suspension – and it’s not who you might think.
ML is ready to rebrand after years of saying: “You can’t spell ‘MeL’ without ‘ML.’” Now that the “S” in “MSU” stands for “Scandal,”
ML offers a harsh critique of the university’s handling of the Mel Tucker debacle.
Shawn had a farewell column for a colleague teed up when he got advance warning that USA Today was about to drop a bomb on the Spartan football program. Listen and learn what he did next.
Tucker offered a defense of his actions, firing back at his accuser Brenda Tracy.
Marc, Shawn and ML scrutinize and analyze his response.Shawn explains why MSU could have – and should have – suspended Tucker way before Sunday.
ML hammers MSU for a press conference that generated more questions than answers. He again calls for the university to tear down the Green Wall, a subject he wrote about last year. Here’s a link to that column.
An MSU beat writer covered his last game Saturday. Find out whether he’s second-guessing himself or grateful he got out of Dodge just as disaster hit.
Elsewhere in the news, ML criticizes District Detroit for its “Promise. Delay. Repeat” pattern.
Read all about it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: We will always remember what happened on 9/11, but Draft Kings is our GOW for coming up with a promotion it hopes we will soon forget.

ROOM 7609: Wang Chung’s “To Live and Die in L.A.” is the first installment in our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes.
Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Listener Pat is having second thoughts, and you’re interested in our thoughts on the Mel Tucker debacle. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR USMake a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: Donate (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56778926Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:31:06 +0000ML ElrickScandal in East Lansing. What else is new? ML, Marc and Shawn chop it up, while Joe remains the master of his domain. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with an update on the college football coach from Michigan who is on suspension – and it’s not who you...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with an update on the college football coach from Michigan who is on suspension – and it’s not who you might think.
ML is ready to rebrand after years of saying: “You can’t spell ‘MeL’ without ‘ML.’” Now that the “S” in “MSU” stands for “Scandal,”
ML offers a harsh critique of the university’s handling of the Mel Tucker debacle.
Shawn had a farewell column for a colleague teed up when he got advance warning that USA Today was about to drop a bomb on the Spartan football program. Listen and learn what he did next.
Tucker offered a defense of his actions, firing back at his accuser Brenda Tracy.
Marc, Shawn and ML scrutinize and analyze his response.Shawn explains why MSU could have – and should have – suspended Tucker way before Sunday.
ML hammers MSU for a press conference that generated more questions than answers. He again calls for the university to tear down the Green Wall, a subject he wrote about last year. Here’s a link to that column.
An MSU beat writer covered his last game Saturday. Find out whether he’s second-guessing himself or grateful he got out of Dodge just as disaster hit.
Elsewhere in the news, ML criticizes District Detroit for its “Promise. Delay. Repeat” pattern.
Read all about it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: We will always remember what happened on 9/11, but Draft Kings is our GOW for coming up with a promotion it hopes we will soon forget.

ROOM 7609: Wang Chung’s “To Live and Die in L.A.” is the first installment in our series of New Wave tunes that doubled as movie themes.
Send your favorite to us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

FEEDBACK: Listener Pat is having second thoughts, and you’re interested in our thoughts on the Mel Tucker debacle. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR USMake a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: Donate (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is...]]>5440brenda,detroit,east,elrick,football,fox,free,freep,lansing,mel,michigan,msu,press,spartans,today,tracy,tucker,usa,wang,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML apologizes for questioning Keon Coleman’s transfer from Michigan State to Florida State after his stellar performance in college football’s first weekend. Shawn still isn’t satisfied.
Don’t bury Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan – he’s not dead yet! So ML tries to get the show rolling with a plug of his latest column exploring potential candidates for mayor of Detroit, but no one seems to care. If you’re the exception, you can read it here.
Two great Free Press columnists grace this episode as John Carlisle drops in to tell the inside story of the dog who escaped from a shelter THREE TIMES to hang out at a nursing home Up North. Read all about it here.
John’s story reads a lot like the plot to a Disney movie. So is it just a matter of time before Hollywood beckons him to Tinseltown with promises of riches? John shares what REALLY happens when the bigshots take one of his stories and run with it.
ML started reading “Unscripted,” the shocking tale of how two scheming gold diggers manipulated Sumner Redstone, the billionaire chairman of Viacom and CBS. His recap of the first 100 pages will make you want to read the entire book.

Shawn and Marc offer their expert opinions on what the season opener tells us about what to expect from the Spartans and Wolverines, while ML raves about his favorite game of the weekend -- a match-up between two nobodies.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Network television is so carefully crafted there are few moments of truth, but Peacock’s “BIG turd” moment was so perfect it earned the fledgling college football network our GOW award. Could an Emmy be next?

ROOM 7609: Suede is considered the ultimate BritPop band, so we booked them into the New Wave suite to perform “Europe is Our Playground” to wrap up our look back at the movement that took the U.K. by storm while we clad ourselves in flannel.

FEEDBACK: Listeners are very mean to ML, who got over hoping to be popular in high school (where he was very unpopular). So their comments and emails don’t hurt his feelings. At all. Not even a little bit. Even though they were very hurtful. He can take it. Because he knows he’s a good person. So nice try, big meanies!!! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56701313Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:13:36 +0000ML ElrickAn escape artist dog adopts a bunch of codgers, and John Carlisle tells ML, Marc and Shawn the inside story, while Joe tries to tunnel out. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML apologizes for questioning Keon Coleman’s transfer from Michigan State to Florida State...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML apologizes for questioning Keon Coleman’s transfer from Michigan State to Florida State after his stellar performance in college football’s first weekend. Shawn still isn’t satisfied.
Don’t bury Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan – he’s not dead yet! So ML tries to get the show rolling with a plug of his latest column exploring potential candidates for mayor of Detroit, but no one seems to care. If you’re the exception, you can read it here.
Two great Free Press columnists grace this episode as John Carlisle drops in to tell the inside story of the dog who escaped from a shelter THREE TIMES to hang out at a nursing home Up North. Read all about it here.
John’s story reads a lot like the plot to a Disney movie. So is it just a matter of time before Hollywood beckons him to Tinseltown with promises of riches? John shares what REALLY happens when the bigshots take one of his stories and run with it.
ML started reading “Unscripted,” the shocking tale of how two scheming gold diggers manipulated Sumner Redstone, the billionaire chairman of Viacom and CBS. His recap of the first 100 pages will make you want to read the entire book.

Shawn and Marc offer their expert opinions on what the season opener tells us about what to expect from the Spartans and Wolverines, while ML raves about his favorite game of the weekend -- a match-up between two nobodies.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Network television is so carefully crafted there are few moments of truth, but Peacock’s “BIG turd” moment was so perfect it earned the fledgling college football network our GOW award. Could an Emmy be next?

ROOM 7609: Suede is considered the ultimate BritPop band, so we booked them into the New Wave suite to perform “Europe is Our Playground” to wrap up our look back at the movement that took the U.K. by storm while we clad ourselves in flannel.

FEEDBACK: Listeners are very mean to ML, who got over hoping to be popular in high school (where he was very unpopular). So their comments and emails don’t hurt his feelings. At all. Not even a little bit. Even though they were very hurtful. He can take it. Because he knows he’s a good person. So nice try, big meanies!!! We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
4654carlisle,detroit,dog,elrick,football,fox,fox2,free,home,michigan,msu,news,nursing,press,up,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: The show seemed to get a late start, but it was really just the crew observing a 30-minute moment of silence for “The Price is Right” host Bob Barker. Then ML busts out a fun fact about the New York Times reporter who wrote Barker’s obituary. (Spoiler alert: He died before Bob!)

The man Drew Lane calls “America’s Guest” is BACK! Brian Banks, who ML has been busting since 2012, is now principal of a troubled Detroit charter school.
ML and Marc talk about Banks’ track record, and how the 8-time felon talked himself into another sweet gig – paid for with YOUR tax dollars!
Banks says he has reformed, but the public record says otherwise. So Marc wonders how so many people responsible for protecting our children missed it?
ML says it’s politics – and lists some of Banks’ biggest supporters, including Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Wayne County Executive Warren Evans.ML and Dana Afana break major news in the Free Press, revealing that City Council President Mary Sheffield is running for mayor.
Check out their story and find out what Hizzoner has to say about it.

The British (and folks from the United Kingdom) are known for their plaids. But have you ever seen an Englishman in a flannel shirt? ML, Marc and Shawn ponder this and more weighty topics.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Public officials who refuse to answer questions are losers, but this week they’re winners – of GOW honors!

ROOM 7609: BritPop summer celebration continues with Pulp and “This is Hardcore,” a dramatic, cinematic and engaging single which spawned one of the greatest videos of all time … and Shawn doesn’t like it anyway.

FEEDBACK: Mel Tucker, dawgs of all breeds and more are on your mind this week. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56628226Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:05:53 +0000ML ElrickAn 8-time felon takes over a Detroit school, so Marc and ML dive into how the deal went down, while Shawn quizzes ML about his latest scoop and Joe just wants the straight poop. STRAIGHT DOPE: The show seemed to get a late start, but it was really...
STRAIGHT DOPE: The show seemed to get a late start, but it was really just the crew observing a 30-minute moment of silence for “The Price is Right” host Bob Barker. Then ML busts out a fun fact about the New York Times reporter who wrote Barker’s obituary. (Spoiler alert: He died before Bob!)

The man Drew Lane calls “America’s Guest” is BACK! Brian Banks, who ML has been busting since 2012, is now principal of a troubled Detroit charter school.
ML and Marc talk about Banks’ track record, and how the 8-time felon talked himself into another sweet gig – paid for with YOUR tax dollars!
Banks says he has reformed, but the public record says otherwise. So Marc wonders how so many people responsible for protecting our children missed it?
ML says it’s politics – and lists some of Banks’ biggest supporters, including Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Wayne County Executive Warren Evans.ML and Dana Afana break major news in the Free Press, revealing that City Council President Mary Sheffield is running for mayor.
Check out their story and find out what Hizzoner has to say about it.

The British (and folks from the United Kingdom) are known for their plaids. But have you ever seen an Englishman in a flannel shirt? ML, Marc and Shawn ponder this and more weighty topics.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Public officials who refuse to answer questions are losers, but this week they’re winners – of GOW honors!

ROOM 7609: BritPop summer celebration continues with Pulp and “This is Hardcore,” a dramatic, cinematic and engaging single which spawned one of the greatest videos of all time … and Shawn doesn’t like it anyway.

FEEDBACK: Mel Tucker, dawgs of all breeds and more are on your mind this week. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your...]]>4571academy,banks,brian,detroit,elrick,felon,football,fox,free,freep,macdowell,michigan,msu,preparatory,press,scam,windsor,wriffalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML was looking forward to discussing his latest “On Guard” column, about the role Michigan Republican electors played in Donald Trump’s bid to retain the presidency, when Shawn staged his own coup.
Before Shawn takes over, ML manages to mention his recent trip to see Pat Benatar and the Beach Boys, prompting Marc to suggest a name change for Mrs. Neil Giraldo.
If you booked an early morning flight to attend last weekend’s party at Shawn’s house, you probably don’t want to listen to the first half of the show, because he is TORCHING you! Is it bad etiquette to plan a visit to a friend or relative that has an inconvenient arrival time and then expect the to come pick up you? A furious debate about the burden of hospitality ensues.
Shawn, whose palatial estate, like William Randolph Heart’s, contains a pergola, downplays the quality of his accommodations while boasting of the gourmet breakfast spread he laid out. Even listeners watching the live feed have questions.
Despite ML’s protestations, Marc and Shawn drag him into the controversial conversation over money and college sports, touching on the diminished role of the NCAA and what’s really driving conference consolidation.Marc and Shawn again square off with ML over who is supposed to benefit from all the money pouring into college sports. What do YOU think?
ML offers some insights on possible problems with Michigan Atttorney General Dana Nessel's bid to convict 16 Michigan GOP electors with conspiracy and fraud. Here's a link to his column on the fake electors case.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Spartans aren’t expected to win many trophies on the gridiron this season, but they start out the season as winners of our GOW award for claiming that selling beer at Spartan Stadium is all about enhancing the “fan experience.”

ROOM 7609: Our BritPop summer series continues with Elastica and their first single “Stutter.”
ML invites you to nominate your favorite Suede single or any other BritPop artist you’d like to hear.
ML wants you to nominate your favorite New Wave tune used as a movie theme song.

FEEDBACK: ML’s myopathy, suggestions for the show, and a Kevin Costner drop dominate this week’s feedback. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56557373Tue, 22 Aug 2023 18:07:59 +0000ML ElrickMarc is back just in time for Shawn to hijack the show before ML can dive into his latest column about Michigan’s role in a plot to hijack democracy, while Joe waits for a ride from the airport. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML was looking forward to discussing his...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML was looking forward to discussing his latest “On Guard” column, about the role Michigan Republican electors played in Donald Trump’s bid to retain the presidency, when Shawn staged his own coup.
Before Shawn takes over, ML manages to mention his recent trip to see Pat Benatar and the Beach Boys, prompting Marc to suggest a name change for Mrs. Neil Giraldo.
If you booked an early morning flight to attend last weekend’s party at Shawn’s house, you probably don’t want to listen to the first half of the show, because he is TORCHING you! Is it bad etiquette to plan a visit to a friend or relative that has an inconvenient arrival time and then expect the to come pick up you? A furious debate about the burden of hospitality ensues.
Shawn, whose palatial estate, like William Randolph Heart’s, contains a pergola, downplays the quality of his accommodations while boasting of the gourmet breakfast spread he laid out. Even listeners watching the live feed have questions.
Despite ML’s protestations, Marc and Shawn drag him into the controversial conversation over money and college sports, touching on the diminished role of the NCAA and what’s really driving conference consolidation.Marc and Shawn again square off with ML over who is supposed to benefit from all the money pouring into college sports. What do YOU think?
ML offers some insights on possible problems with Michigan Atttorney General Dana Nessel's bid to convict 16 Michigan GOP electors with conspiracy and fraud. Here's a link to his column on the fake electors case.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Spartans aren’t expected to win many trophies on the gridiron this season, but they start out the season as winners of our GOW award for claiming that selling beer at Spartan Stadium is all about enhancing the “fan experience.”

ROOM 7609: Our BritPop summer series continues with Elastica and their first single “Stutter.”
ML invites you to nominate your favorite Suede single or any other BritPop artist you’d like to hear.
ML wants you to nominate your favorite New Wave tune used as a movie theme song.

FEEDBACK: ML’s myopathy, suggestions for the show, and a Kevin Costner drop dominate this week’s feedback. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new...]]>4700detroit,elastica,elrick,football,fox,free,freep,michigan,money,msu,news,press,state,windsor,wriffalsefullhttps://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/
STRAIGHT DOPE
LAST CALL for ML Soul of Detroit merchandise! Use this link to get your order in before 8 pm Wednesday, when our pop-up shop closes: https://fabricatedcustoms.com/collections/soul-of-detroit It’s not just those of us doing podcasts in a basement who are feeling lonely. Broadcast legend Eli Zaret drops in to keep ML company and discuss some statistics that suggest we’re growing apart. Shawn agrees, but of course he zoomed in to the show so he wouldn’t have to be with other people. After a Baltimore Orioles broadcaster is suspended for telling the truth, Eli offers his take on the REAL reason the Detroit Lions fired play-by-play man Marc Champion many years ago – and it wasn’t because he was too critical of the team. Listen and learn why Eli says the straight-talking pro was let go. Reporters are supposed to give their unvarnished take on what they see on the field. But what happens when they start working for the team? Eli talks about how he stuck to the truth while working for the dreadful Detroit Pistons without pissing off the boss. What’s it like to walk into a hostile locker room? Eli and Shawn share their experiences, while ML tells about the time he almost got socked by former Detroit Tiger Joe Niekro while covering the Coors Silver Bullets at Fenway Park in Boston. Eli and Shawn discuss the Detroit Lions and how fans are losing their minds over our local loveable losers.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML names college football conference consolidators his Geek of the Week, prompting Shawn to revive the Great Debate as he defends the rush to get rich off college sports. For more on his take, check out his latest column: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2023/08/06/big-ten-expansion-oregon-washington-ncaa-money-grab-greed-pac-12-college-football/70536599007/

ROOM 7609
Brit Pop is making a resurgence this summer, so ML invites Blur into the New Wave suite to perform their prescient ditty “Girls and Boys.”

FEEDBACK
A love letter from Manchester, ML’s objectivity under attack and kind words for The Primitives. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US
Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN
Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH
Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56478983Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:04:28 +0000ML ElrickCivilization on the brink, college football, vindictive bosses – no wonder Marc left town while ML and Shawn welcome the legendary Eli Zaret to discuss weighty topics, while Joe can’t wait-y for Marc to get back. STRAIGHT DOPE LAST CALL for ML Soul...
STRAIGHT DOPE
LAST CALL for ML Soul of Detroit merchandise! Use this link to get your order in before 8 pm Wednesday, when our pop-up shop closes: https://fabricatedcustoms.com/collections/soul-of-detroit It’s not just those of us doing podcasts in a basement who are feeling lonely. Broadcast legend Eli Zaret drops in to keep ML company and discuss some statistics that suggest we’re growing apart. Shawn agrees, but of course he zoomed in to the show so he wouldn’t have to be with other people. After a Baltimore Orioles broadcaster is suspended for telling the truth, Eli offers his take on the REAL reason the Detroit Lions fired play-by-play man Marc Champion many years ago – and it wasn’t because he was too critical of the team. Listen and learn why Eli says the straight-talking pro was let go. Reporters are supposed to give their unvarnished take on what they see on the field. But what happens when they start working for the team? Eli talks about how he stuck to the truth while working for the dreadful Detroit Pistons without pissing off the boss. What’s it like to walk into a hostile locker room? Eli and Shawn share their experiences, while ML tells about the time he almost got socked by former Detroit Tiger Joe Niekro while covering the Coors Silver Bullets at Fenway Park in Boston. Eli and Shawn discuss the Detroit Lions and how fans are losing their minds over our local loveable losers.

GEEK OF THE WEEK
ML names college football conference consolidators his Geek of the Week, prompting Shawn to revive the Great Debate as he defends the rush to get rich off college sports. For more on his take, check out his latest column: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2023/08/06/big-ten-expansion-oregon-washington-ncaa-money-grab-greed-pac-12-college-football/70536599007/

ROOM 7609
Brit Pop is making a resurgence this summer, so ML invites Blur into the New Wave suite to perform their prescient ditty “Girls and Boys.”

FEEDBACK
A love letter from Manchester, ML’s objectivity under attack and kind words for The Primitives. We welcome all your comments – and constructive criticism – at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

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Some people think of him as Elmore Leonard’s son, but ML likes to think of Dutch as Peter Leonard’s father. The former super successful ad man tells ML, Marc and Shawn why he decided to give up the advertising business to become a novelist.
Dutch didn’t use metaphors – until Peter asked him to critique his first foray into fiction. Listen and learn what the master told his son. (Spoiler alert: Like his characters, he didn't pull any punches!)
Peter tells the story of how a U.S. Marshall in Detroit who once guarded Kwame Kilpatrick inspired his protagonist in “Sweet Dreams,” which just came out in paperback. Check out his website for more on his books.
Megan the marshall was one of the crew that escorted Kilpatrick to court during his public corruption trial. Find out what she told Peter when he asked if Hizzoner ever hit on her.
During the Kilpatrick trial, ML made the mistake of jumping in a fed's unmarked vehicle in front of the courthouse and almost got shot. Hear all about it on the podcast.
Timothy Olyphant brought Rayland Givens back to Detroit in the reboot of “Justified,” which is called “Justified City Primeval.” Peter talks about his own Rayland Givens novel and what it was like to work as an executive producer on the series.The SOD gang are big fans of Walton Goggins and his Boyd Crowder character from the original “Justified.” Peter leads a discussion about the new villain, while ML marvels at how he’s seen three episodes and Rayland hasn’t shot anyone yet!

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Michigan Supreme Court justices who let a lying judge off the hook make a strong bid for GOW honors, but ML changes his mind and unloads on creeps who collect murder memorabilia – folks like Trent Reznor.
You can still get ML’s thoughts on the supreme injustice by checking out his ML’s latest column here.

ROOM 7609: Shawn says his research indicates that The Primitives are a New Wave band. So ML books them into the New Wave suite to perform “Sick of It” and gives The Primitives a definitive dismissal.

FEEDBACK: We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/(and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56402849Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:54:09 +0000ML Elrick“Justified City Primeval” executive producer Peter Leonard tells ML, Marc and Shawn what it was like to bring Rayland Givens to Detroit, while Joe puts out a BOLO for Boyd Crowder. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
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Some people think of him as Elmore Leonard’s son, but ML likes to think of Dutch as Peter Leonard’s father. The former super successful ad man tells ML, Marc and Shawn why he decided to give up the advertising business to become a novelist.
Dutch didn’t use metaphors – until Peter asked him to critique his first foray into fiction. Listen and learn what the master told his son. (Spoiler alert: Like his characters, he didn't pull any punches!)
Peter tells the story of how a U.S. Marshall in Detroit who once guarded Kwame Kilpatrick inspired his protagonist in “Sweet Dreams,” which just came out in paperback. Check out his website for more on his books.
Megan the marshall was one of the crew that escorted Kilpatrick to court during his public corruption trial. Find out what she told Peter when he asked if Hizzoner ever hit on her.
During the Kilpatrick trial, ML made the mistake of jumping in a fed's unmarked vehicle in front of the courthouse and almost got shot. Hear all about it on the podcast.
Timothy Olyphant brought Rayland Givens back to Detroit in the reboot of “Justified,” which is called “Justified City Primeval.” Peter talks about his own Rayland Givens novel and what it was like to work as an executive producer on the series.The SOD gang are big fans of Walton Goggins and his Boyd Crowder character from the original “Justified.” Peter leads a discussion about the new villain, while ML marvels at how he’s seen three episodes and Rayland hasn’t shot anyone yet!

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Michigan Supreme Court justices who let a lying judge off the hook make a strong bid for GOW honors, but ML changes his mind and unloads on creeps who collect murder memorabilia – folks like Trent Reznor.
You can still get ML’s thoughts on the supreme injustice by checking out his ML’s latest column here.

ROOM 7609: Shawn says his research indicates that The Primitives are a New Wave band. So ML books them into the New Wave suite to perform “Sick of It” and gives The Primitives a definitive dismissal.

FEEDBACK: We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/(and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

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ML arrives with numb fingers and PTSD from scrubbing filthy showers and toilets in his college rental properties. Then Shawn tries to take a dump on his (s)hit parade.

First Sinead O’Connor. Then Pee Wee Herman. Since celebrities tend to die in threes, the crew speculates on who is next … and whether Tony Bennett was actually the first.

Incite Design impresario Alex Porbe went to high school with ML, but his REAL claim to fame is creating distinctive art works, like the installation behind the bar at The Apparatus Room in downtown Detroit and the new metal-and-neon sign outside the Cadieux Café.

Alex discusses the process of creating distinctive works of art, which sometimes starts with consulting a Belgian master. Seriously!

If you want to check out one of Alex’s local masterpieces, visit Third Man Records in the Cass Corridor. Jack White himself signed off on Alex’s vision for the distinctive tower atop Detroit’s coolest record shop.

Be sure to tune in next week, when our guest will be Peter Leonard, novelist and son of legendary Elmore “Dutch” Leonard. Peter will talk about his work as well as how he helped Timothy Olyphant and company keep the re-boot of “Justified” true to its Detroit roots.

Has the rivalry between ML's Michigan State Spartans and Marc's Michigan Wolverines become too hot to handle? Shawn thinks so, while ML and Marc turn up the heat.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: We all agree that Jar Jar Binks was an abomination. But if you hated him SO MUCH you tried to do something about it, you’re our GOW.

ROOM 7609: We continue last week’s discussion of The Primitives and Bananarama before paying tribute to Sinead O’Connor by playing “Jerusalem.”

FEEDBACK: Rivalries and blight dominate this week's mailbox. We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56338934Tue, 01 Aug 2023 19:32:16 +0000ML ElrickML, Marc and Shawn talk art, then fight over whether people are really fighting mad about college rivalries, while Joe waits for beer to go on sale. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://fabricatedcustoms.com/collections/soul-of-detroit ML arrives with numb fingers...
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ML arrives with numb fingers and PTSD from scrubbing filthy showers and toilets in his college rental properties. Then Shawn tries to take a dump on his (s)hit parade.

First Sinead O’Connor. Then Pee Wee Herman. Since celebrities tend to die in threes, the crew speculates on who is next … and whether Tony Bennett was actually the first.

Incite Design impresario Alex Porbe went to high school with ML, but his REAL claim to fame is creating distinctive art works, like the installation behind the bar at The Apparatus Room in downtown Detroit and the new metal-and-neon sign outside the Cadieux Café.

Alex discusses the process of creating distinctive works of art, which sometimes starts with consulting a Belgian master. Seriously!

If you want to check out one of Alex’s local masterpieces, visit Third Man Records in the Cass Corridor. Jack White himself signed off on Alex’s vision for the distinctive tower atop Detroit’s coolest record shop.

Be sure to tune in next week, when our guest will be Peter Leonard, novelist and son of legendary Elmore “Dutch” Leonard. Peter will talk about his work as well as how he helped Timothy Olyphant and company keep the re-boot of “Justified” true to its Detroit roots.

Has the rivalry between ML's Michigan State Spartans and Marc's Michigan Wolverines become too hot to handle? Shawn thinks so, while ML and Marc turn up the heat.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: We all agree that Jar Jar Binks was an abomination. But if you hated him SO MUCH you tried to do something about it, you’re our GOW.

ROOM 7609: We continue last week’s discussion of The Primitives and Bananarama before paying tribute to Sinead O’Connor by playing “Jerusalem.”

FEEDBACK: Rivalries and blight dominate this week's mailbox. We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: True crime fans who read “Masquerade,” already knew Lowell Cauffiel is one of the greatest reporters and authors to come out of Detroit. He tells a quintessential Detroit-tinged caper story in his new novel, “Below the Line.”
“Below the Line” tells the story of a former Detroit cop who goes to Hollywood to consult on television shows. The work is drying up when a big-time producer asks him to help locate someone for a friend. Against his better judgment, the cop takes the job – and soon finds out he should have trusted his instincts.
ML discusses parallels he sees between Cauffiel’s novel and the great Elmore Leonard, who provided a cover blurb from beyond the grave. Cauffiel tells how that happened.
Marc asks Cauffiel if LA is really as phony as it seems. Listen for his answer and some very wry observations.
ML reads his favorite passage from the book, which he believes nails a universal truth.
Marc and Cauffiel discuss how “House of Secrets” nearly broke Cauffiel. It is a truly horrific true crime story, as ML finds out when he asks what it’s about.
There is a major new development in the case of the Detroit lawyer caught with fentanyl and guns in her SUV. ML provides an update. Here’s a link to ML’s story that got the lawyer fired from the city of Detroit.
The fight to get a press room in Detroit’s city hall is over. For now. ML describes what went down in his latest “On Guard” column for the Detroit Free Press. Read it here. It’s a subscriber-only story, so use this link to get a discount AND a $5 Amazon gift card: https://share.freep.com/ftqlx
In Memoriam: Former Detroit Express star Trevor Francis has passed.
Marc ends the show with what he thinks will be welcome news to ML: Jim Harbaugh is in trouble. Read all about it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The jerk boss who paid an employee with dirty, oily pennies gets bad news from a judge. Perhaps he will take solace in winning our GOW competition?

ROOM 7609: In our never-ending bid to satisfy Shawn, we finally welcome “The Church” to the New Wave suite, where they perform “Reptile.”

FEEDBACK: We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try here.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56216475Tue, 25 Jul 2023 18:02:10 +0000ML ElrickAn ex-cop navigates Hollywood in Lowell Cauffiel’s new novel, which ML says reminds him of Elmore Leonard, while Marc and Shawn ask Joe to help them hide a body. STRAIGHT DOPE: True crime fans who read “Masquerade,” already knew Lowell Cauffiel is...
STRAIGHT DOPE: True crime fans who read “Masquerade,” already knew Lowell Cauffiel is one of the greatest reporters and authors to come out of Detroit. He tells a quintessential Detroit-tinged caper story in his new novel, “Below the Line.”
“Below the Line” tells the story of a former Detroit cop who goes to Hollywood to consult on television shows. The work is drying up when a big-time producer asks him to help locate someone for a friend. Against his better judgment, the cop takes the job – and soon finds out he should have trusted his instincts.
ML discusses parallels he sees between Cauffiel’s novel and the great Elmore Leonard, who provided a cover blurb from beyond the grave. Cauffiel tells how that happened.
Marc asks Cauffiel if LA is really as phony as it seems. Listen for his answer and some very wry observations.
ML reads his favorite passage from the book, which he believes nails a universal truth.
Marc and Cauffiel discuss how “House of Secrets” nearly broke Cauffiel. It is a truly horrific true crime story, as ML finds out when he asks what it’s about.
There is a major new development in the case of the Detroit lawyer caught with fentanyl and guns in her SUV. ML provides an update. Here’s a link to ML’s story that got the lawyer fired from the city of Detroit.
The fight to get a press room in Detroit’s city hall is over. For now. ML describes what went down in his latest “On Guard” column for the Detroit Free Press. Read it here. It’s a subscriber-only story, so use this link to get a discount AND a $5 Amazon gift card: https://share.freep.com/ftqlx
In Memoriam: Former Detroit Express star Trevor Francis has passed.
Marc ends the show with what he thinks will be welcome news to ML: Jim Harbaugh is in trouble. Read all about it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The jerk boss who paid an employee with dirty, oily pennies gets bad news from a judge. Perhaps he will take solace in winning our GOW competition?

ROOM 7609: In our never-ending bid to satisfy Shawn, we finally welcome “The Church” to the New Wave suite, where they perform “Reptile.”

FEEDBACK: We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try here.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: “Ban the Box” is a controversial policy designed to give people with blemishes on their record a fair shake at getting back into the workforce. It also leaves employers vulnerable to hiring employees with problematic backgrounds.
ML and Marc debate the merits of the policy, while a viewer suggests Shawn should have undergone a background check.
The Ban the Box discussion follows ML’s latest “On Guard” investigation for the Free Press in which he exposed a city lawyer who had been charged with drug trafficking and felony firearms nine months before the city hired her.
Read the story and watch video clips from the traffic stop here. It’s a subscriber-only story, so use this link to get a discount AND a $5 Amazon gift card.
ML and Marc narrative four clips from the traffic stop in which police body camera video shows how the traffic stop went down. You can watch the clips on our YouTube channel.
Shawn is back from Vegas and, unlike everyone else, tells us what happened in Vegas.
Is Tom Cruise the greatest actor alive? A vigorous debate ensues.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Former Michigan Wolverine basketball star Hunter Dickinson is literally the biggest geek we’ve ever had, and his big mouth earns him the only repeat championship of his career.

ROOM 7609: Shawn likes The Cars. And last week’s guest Derek St. Holmes played with Benjamin Orr. So we booked the Cars into the New Wave suite where Orr performs “Don’t Tell Me No.”
Tune in and find out what Shawn tells us when we ask if he liked it.

FEEDBACK: We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo!
Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56140656Tue, 18 Jul 2023 18:13:58 +0000ML ElrickDetroit police body camera video captures a lawyer driving an SUV full of drugs and guns who later took a job with the city. ML tells Marc and Shawn how he found out about the bust, and what city officials did after he told them about it. Meanwhile,...
STRAIGHT DOPE: “Ban the Box” is a controversial policy designed to give people with blemishes on their record a fair shake at getting back into the workforce. It also leaves employers vulnerable to hiring employees with problematic backgrounds.
ML and Marc debate the merits of the policy, while a viewer suggests Shawn should have undergone a background check.
The Ban the Box discussion follows ML’s latest “On Guard” investigation for the Free Press in which he exposed a city lawyer who had been charged with drug trafficking and felony firearms nine months before the city hired her.
Read the story and watch video clips from the traffic stop here. It’s a subscriber-only story, so use this link to get a discount AND a $5 Amazon gift card.
ML and Marc narrative four clips from the traffic stop in which police body camera video shows how the traffic stop went down. You can watch the clips on our YouTube channel.
Shawn is back from Vegas and, unlike everyone else, tells us what happened in Vegas.
Is Tom Cruise the greatest actor alive? A vigorous debate ensues.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Former Michigan Wolverine basketball star Hunter Dickinson is literally the biggest geek we’ve ever had, and his big mouth earns him the only repeat championship of his career.

ROOM 7609: Shawn likes The Cars. And last week’s guest Derek St. Holmes played with Benjamin Orr. So we booked the Cars into the New Wave suite where Orr performs “Don’t Tell Me No.”
Tune in and find out what Shawn tells us when we ask if he liked it.

FEEDBACK: We look forward to your comments – and constructive criticism – every week! Please contact us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo!
Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”.

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STRAIGHT DOPE: Ted Nugent has plenty to say, but he left the singing to Derek St. Holmes, who grew up in Riverview.
Derek will be at the Cadieux Café Thursday for Rodriguez’s birthday and at the Token Lounge in Westland on Friday. The Thursday show is SOLD OUT, but here’s how to get tickets for the Token Lounge show Friday.
Derek thinks politics have kept him and Terrible Ted out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and ruined his legacy. ML and Marc ask him how much he and Ted discussed politics when they were on the road performing “Cat Scratch Fever.”
From The Motor City Madman to the Cars, Derek has collaborated with a lot of different artists. He discusses the super group he put together with Benjamin Orr of the Cars, one of Shawn’s favorite New Wave groups.
ML and Marc ask Derek what it’s like to be the lead singer in a band where everyone knows the guitar player.
ML later shares the story of the man who sang “Have A Cigar” for Pink Floyd (what, you thought it was Roger Waters?)Keep up with Derek on Facebook. Here’s a link to his page.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: MSU and Ticketmaster team up to gouge Spartan season ticket holders by tacking a massing surcharge on when they are forced to buy tickets to a game they already had bought tickets to. And that's only ONE of the reasons they're our GOW.

ROOM 7609: Listener Michael says Bruce Thomas deserves a spot in the pantheon of New Wave bass players alongside John Taylor of Duran Duran and Andy Rourke of The Smiths, and makes his case by suggesting Elvis Costello’s “Shabby Doll.”

FEEDBACK: Entertaining banter and concerns about ML’s Carmack column fill this week’s mail bag. Here’s where to read ML’s column.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
We now accept donations via Venmo! Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/ (and if Venmo tells you your money is going to DaisyHouseLLC, you’ve got the right link!)

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter@elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56064176Tue, 11 Jul 2023 17:53:15 +0000ML ElrickRiverview rocker Derek St. Holmes, Ted Nugent’s lead singer, dials in to discuss his rock ‘n roll career with ML and Marc while Shawn recovers from his rock n’ roll lifestyle and Joe dials it up to 11. STRAIGHT DOPE: Ted Nugent has plenty to say, but...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Ted Nugent has plenty to say, but he left the singing to Derek St. Holmes, who grew up in Riverview.
Derek will be at the Cadieux Café Thursday for Rodriguez’s birthday and at the Token Lounge in Westland on Friday. The Thursday show is SOLD OUT, but here’s how to get tickets for the Token Lounge show Friday.
Derek thinks politics have kept him and Terrible Ted out of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and ruined his legacy. ML and Marc ask him how much he and Ted discussed politics when they were on the road performing “Cat Scratch Fever.”
From The Motor City Madman to the Cars, Derek has collaborated with a lot of different artists. He discusses the super group he put together with Benjamin Orr of the Cars, one of Shawn’s favorite New Wave groups.
ML and Marc ask Derek what it’s like to be the lead singer in a band where everyone knows the guitar player.
ML later shares the story of the man who sang “Have A Cigar” for Pink Floyd (what, you thought it was Roger Waters?)Keep up with Derek on Facebook. Here’s a link to his page.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: MSU and Ticketmaster team up to gouge Spartan season ticket holders by tacking a massing surcharge on when they are forced to buy tickets to a game they already had bought tickets to. And that's only ONE of the reasons they're our GOW.

ROOM 7609: Listener Michael says Bruce Thomas deserves a spot in the pantheon of New Wave bass players alongside John Taylor of Duran Duran and Andy Rourke of The Smiths, and makes his case by suggesting Elvis Costello’s “Shabby Doll.”

FEEDBACK: Entertaining banter and concerns about ML’s Carmack column fill this week’s mail bag. Here’s where to read ML’s column.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
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STRAIGHT DOPE: You may recall Bob Carmack for the show he put on outside Detroit City Hall several years ago when he rented a mobile billboard to show movies of Hizzoner going to visit a lady friend.
The move was part of Carmack’s attempt to get back at the man he blames for his legal problems. One of those cases involves criminal charges which last year were dismissed. Well, they’ve been reinstated, so we asked Bob to explain his legal strategy.
Over the last five years, Bob has hired (and fired) more lawyers than Donald Trump. ML and Marc ask Bob who will represent him with his freedom on the line. Listen and learn if they get a straight answer.
One of Bob’s hobbies is showing up at events where Duggan will be. So we asked him what Hizzoner says when they meet. According to Bob, it isn’t very warm and fuzzy.
Bob blames Duggan for a lot of his problems. He says Hizzoner even kept him from meeting the Vice President. Hear Bob’s story about hidin’ from Biden.

Shawn zooms in for a heartfelt reunion on update on his travel plans, which include an upcoming trip to a place he dreads: Las Vegas.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Australians rushing to buy Nazi military memorabilia are this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: The Detroit Pistons drafted one of the Thompson Twins, inspiring ML to book the other Thompson Twins to perform “In the Name of Love” in the New Wave suite.

FEEDBACK: Talk about mixed blessings; two listeners contacted us to say they wanted to make a donation, but our new Venmo link wasn’t working. So we’re working on it!

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo!
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LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

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STRAIGHT DOPE: You may recall Bob Carmack for the show he put on outside Detroit City Hall several years ago when he rented a mobile billboard to show movies of Hizzoner going to visit a lady friend.
The move was part of Carmack’s attempt to get back at the man he blames for his legal problems. One of those cases involves criminal charges which last year were dismissed. Well, they’ve been reinstated, so we asked Bob to explain his legal strategy.
Over the last five years, Bob has hired (and fired) more lawyers than Donald Trump. ML and Marc ask Bob who will represent him with his freedom on the line. Listen and learn if they get a straight answer.
One of Bob’s hobbies is showing up at events where Duggan will be. So we asked him what Hizzoner says when they meet. According to Bob, it isn’t very warm and fuzzy.
Bob blames Duggan for a lot of his problems. He says Hizzoner even kept him from meeting the Vice President. Hear Bob’s story about hidin’ from Biden.

Shawn zooms in for a heartfelt reunion on update on his travel plans, which include an upcoming trip to a place he dreads: Las Vegas.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Australians rushing to buy Nazi military memorabilia are this week’s geeks.

ROOM 7609: The Detroit Pistons drafted one of the Thompson Twins, inspiring ML to book the other Thompson Twins to perform “In the Name of Love” in the New Wave suite.

FEEDBACK: Talk about mixed blessings; two listeners contacted us to say they wanted to make a donation, but our new Venmo link wasn’t working. So we’re working on it!

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show! We now accept donations via Venmo!
Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH:Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
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STRAIGHT DOPE : A charismatic conservative with crazy hair dominated the news during ML’s vacation, but it wasn’t the guy you’re thinking of. Read all about it here in his latest “On Guard” column.
ML spent Sunday evening with Donald Trump and about 3,000 of his closest friends. Listen and learn what it was like to be in the presence of POTUS.
Marc and ML discuss the latest news involving three of Detroit’s most despicable public servants: A slacker judge, a corrupt councilman and Kwame Kilpatrick, who got caught on camera taking his family to the Catalina Wine Mixer.
The show gets serious for a moment to acknowledge the passing of Kevin Dietz’s wife Missy and Darren Nichols’ mother Sylvia before the conversation turns to the ailing Malik Shabazz, who starred as a Kilpatrick-like character in a movie called “Scandal in the City.” Watch the superlative trailer here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Hunter Biden has a lot to apologize for, but it was a name-dropping 2017 nepo-baby tweet that makes him this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: The answer to “What do Rick Astley, Blossom and The Smiths have in common?” is usually “Nothing. Nothing at all.”
Until Rick and the boys covered “There is a Light That Never Goes Out” at Glastonbury.

FEEDBACK: Baker College in the crosshairs and how ML’s vacation may have been a matter of addition by subtraction dominate this week’s feedback.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.
We now accept donations via Venmo.
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LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

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STRAIGHT DOPE : A charismatic conservative with crazy hair dominated the news during ML’s vacation, but it wasn’t the guy you’re thinking of. Read all about it here in his latest “On Guard” column.
ML spent Sunday evening with Donald Trump and about 3,000 of his closest friends. Listen and learn what it was like to be in the presence of POTUS.
Marc and ML discuss the latest news involving three of Detroit’s most despicable public servants: A slacker judge, a corrupt councilman and Kwame Kilpatrick, who got caught on camera taking his family to the Catalina Wine Mixer.
The show gets serious for a moment to acknowledge the passing of Kevin Dietz’s wife Missy and Darren Nichols’ mother Sylvia before the conversation turns to the ailing Malik Shabazz, who starred as a Kilpatrick-like character in a movie called “Scandal in the City.” Watch the superlative trailer here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Hunter Biden has a lot to apologize for, but it was a name-dropping 2017 nepo-baby tweet that makes him this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: The answer to “What do Rick Astley, Blossom and The Smiths have in common?” is usually “Nothing. Nothing at all.”
Until Rick and the boys covered “There is a Light That Never Goes Out” at Glastonbury.

FEEDBACK: Baker College in the crosshairs and how ML’s vacation may have been a matter of addition by subtraction dominate this week’s feedback.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.
We now accept donations via Venmo.
Give it a try at: https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/donate/

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

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STRAIGHT DOPE: The only films that get made today are superhero movies. Whatever happened to the golden days of Mirimax? Oh yeah... that Weinstein guy.

Shawn’s latest column is predicting the Detroit Lions record game-by-game. Some people are saying it's lazy, but smarter people are saying it's a savvy business move and landing him on the front page.

ML zoms in to give a report on the Shetland Islands, scones and a local cricket game from a pub in Scotland as the Elrick european tour continues.

Some big money billionarie is currently missing in a tiny commercial submarine that was touring the wreckage site of the Titanic. Rescue efforts are not going great. Peopel are even wondering why we are using public resorces to even find the missing craft.
Regardless what some on Twitter think, it is possible to care about two differnet news stories at the same time.

Marc is obsessed with vacation death stories like the recent incident of a Michigan man killing two women at Cinderella’s castle in Germany and the guy who fell 4,000 feet off of the glass bottom bridge at the Grand Canyon.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Nicolas Malvagna shut the Bebe Rexha concert in NYC down after he decided it would be funny to give the singer a facial contusion by chucking his phone at her for a selfie.

ROOM 7609: Shawn is won over by Belinda Carter’s least favorite Go-Go’s tune that has a local connection.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com. There is now a Venmo option, but no one knows if it actually works. Click it and give it a try.
Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more.

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content.
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it).
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54553370Tue, 20 Jun 2023 17:08:43 +0000ML ElrickML is wrapping up his Scottish sabbatical while Shawn & Marc remain submerged in the basement. Traveling seems more dangerous these days, but YOLO. The only thing that really matters is the Detroit Lions. STRAIGHT DOPE: The only films that get...
STRAIGHT DOPE: The only films that get made today are superhero movies. Whatever happened to the golden days of Mirimax? Oh yeah... that Weinstein guy.

Shawn’s latest column is predicting the Detroit Lions record game-by-game. Some people are saying it's lazy, but smarter people are saying it's a savvy business move and landing him on the front page.

ML zoms in to give a report on the Shetland Islands, scones and a local cricket game from a pub in Scotland as the Elrick european tour continues.

Some big money billionarie is currently missing in a tiny commercial submarine that was touring the wreckage site of the Titanic. Rescue efforts are not going great. Peopel are even wondering why we are using public resorces to even find the missing craft.
Regardless what some on Twitter think, it is possible to care about two differnet news stories at the same time.

Marc is obsessed with vacation death stories like the recent incident of a Michigan man killing two women at Cinderella’s castle in Germany and the guy who fell 4,000 feet off of the glass bottom bridge at the Grand Canyon.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Nicolas Malvagna shut the Bebe Rexha concert in NYC down after he decided it would be funny to give the singer a facial contusion by chucking his phone at her for a selfie.

ROOM 7609: Shawn is won over by Belinda Carter’s least favorite Go-Go’s tune that has a local connection.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com. There is now a Venmo option, but no one knows if it actually works. Click it and give it a try.
Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more.

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content.
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it).
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick...]]>3313detroit,elrick,fox,free,lions,michigan,money,news,press,scotland,sports,submarine,tigers,windsorfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE : ML is taking some much needed time away from his podcast family to spend it with his real family in Scotland. He's is so dedicated to research and himself that he reports on the town of Elrick.
Eli Zaret experiences his one of his lowest career moments by filling in on the Soul of Detroit. One of his career highlites was putting together "Going 4 It: The Inside Story of the Rise of WDIV". Watch it here as it's now been nominated for an Emmy Award.
Over his nearly 50 years of broadcasting Eli's seen a lot of changes in the world of sports. We compare and contrast.
The NBA used to be a "flea bag" league in the 1970s until Magic & Bird changed the landscape. Will the WNBA ever grow to be self-sufficient?
Soccer superstar Lionel Messi chose Inter Miami over a billion dollar offer from the Saudis. Will MLS ever be one of the Big 4 US sports or is this just another "Pele joining the NY Cosmos" stunts?
None of it really seems to matter since the NFL rules all in the world of sports.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Disgrased ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick hijacks a "Five Years Free" celebration for Alice Marie Johnson to make it about his birthday.

ROOM 7609: Scottish band Simple Minds has more hits than just that one from "The Breakfast Club".

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com. There is now a Venmo option but no one knows if it actually works. Click it and give it a try.
Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more.

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54357648Tue, 13 Jun 2023 17:43:08 +0000ML ElrickML checks in from Scotland where he is gathering more information on his familial name. Self described life historian Eli Zaret fills in for Elrick. Eli analyzes the world of sports and how it's changed over his 50 years of broadcasting. Shawn's just...
STRAIGHT DOPE : ML is taking some much needed time away from his podcast family to spend it with his real family in Scotland. He's is so dedicated to research and himself that he reports on the town of Elrick.
Eli Zaret experiences his one of his lowest career moments by filling in on the Soul of Detroit. One of his career highlites was putting together "Going 4 It: The Inside Story of the Rise of WDIV". Watch it here as it's now been nominated for an Emmy Award.
Over his nearly 50 years of broadcasting Eli's seen a lot of changes in the world of sports. We compare and contrast.
The NBA used to be a "flea bag" league in the 1970s until Magic & Bird changed the landscape. Will the WNBA ever grow to be self-sufficient?
Soccer superstar Lionel Messi chose Inter Miami over a billion dollar offer from the Saudis. Will MLS ever be one of the Big 4 US sports or is this just another "Pele joining the NY Cosmos" stunts?
None of it really seems to matter since the NFL rules all in the world of sports.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Disgrased ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick hijacks a "Five Years Free" celebration for Alice Marie Johnson to make it about his birthday.

ROOM 7609: Scottish band Simple Minds has more hits than just that one from "The Breakfast Club".

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com. There is now a Venmo option but no one knows if it actually works. Click it and give it a try.
Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more.

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

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STRAIGHT DOPE : ML finally got to see The Sisters of Mercy perform live when they came to the Fillmore on Monday night. He met up with some old friends, and provides a mixed review, while Marc and Shawn try to get him to wrap it up.
You’ll never guess who ML ran into on Mackinac Island! A state senator he busted on multiple occasions and one of the most notorious former Wayne County officials in recent memory. Find out who he saw – and what they’re up to now.
There are plenty of horses on Mackinac Island, but fewer elephants than ever. ML, Marc and Shawn discuss the state of Michigan politics with a rare prize up for grabs. It’s also the subject of ML’s latest “On Guard” column.
Marc and Shawn watched the final season of “Ted Lasso” while ML was hooked on “Succession.” The triumvirate discusses previous television phenomena and how these two epic shows compare.
Shawn gets confused about who got credited for making the trains run on time. ML corrects him, while Marc chortles with glee.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Another horny hypocrite is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: This week’s segment gets off on the wrong foot with a prank that misfires before ML cues up The Sisters of Mercy performing a song that takes it’s title from a phrase he rarely uses: “I Was Wrong.”

FEEDBACK: Scott and John give ML grief, prompted a spirited defense from an unlikely source!

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.

LISTEN AND LEARNFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more.

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54116146Tue, 06 Jun 2023 17:51:36 +0000ML ElrickML surprises Marc and Shawn by showing up to host his own show, while Joe wonders whether it’s part of a desperate bid to prevent the Talking Heads from a repeat appearance in Room 7609. STRAIGHT DOPE : ML finally got to see The Sisters of Mercy...
STRAIGHT DOPE : ML finally got to see The Sisters of Mercy perform live when they came to the Fillmore on Monday night. He met up with some old friends, and provides a mixed review, while Marc and Shawn try to get him to wrap it up.
You’ll never guess who ML ran into on Mackinac Island! A state senator he busted on multiple occasions and one of the most notorious former Wayne County officials in recent memory. Find out who he saw – and what they’re up to now.
There are plenty of horses on Mackinac Island, but fewer elephants than ever. ML, Marc and Shawn discuss the state of Michigan politics with a rare prize up for grabs. It’s also the subject of ML’s latest “On Guard” column.
Marc and Shawn watched the final season of “Ted Lasso” while ML was hooked on “Succession.” The triumvirate discusses previous television phenomena and how these two epic shows compare.
Shawn gets confused about who got credited for making the trains run on time. ML corrects him, while Marc chortles with glee.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Another horny hypocrite is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: This week’s segment gets off on the wrong foot with a prank that misfires before ML cues up The Sisters of Mercy performing a song that takes it’s title from a phrase he rarely uses: “I Was Wrong.”

FEEDBACK: Scott and John give ML grief, prompted a spirited defense from an unlikely source!

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show.

LISTEN AND LEARNFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more.

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

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STRAIGHT DOPE: ML reports live from the Mackinac Island Policy Conference where politicos, lobbyists, and reporters mingle. He explains that there isn't as much "policy" talk as there is fund raising for the next job.

We welcome our newest sponsor to the show. Irish Coffee Bar & Grill in Grosse Pointe.

Shawn doesn't want people to write off Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams because he's only 22-years-old. Other people in the room are already done with him and ready to move on.

Le'Veon Bell reveals that he smoked weed before his NFL games. It turns out that it is a performance enhansing drug.

MSU is either chasing the money or trying to stay warm by moving their football game against Penn State to Ford Field on Black Friday night. A lot of alumni, fans and the small businesses in East Lansing object.

ML is dismayed that college sports is all about the money... like everything in the United States. We dive into the mailbag early as a listener is furious that MSU has an official gambling partner.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc nominates a bunch of people this week in hopes Shawn will pick one. Either all of the Federal Govenment for the Debt Ceiling Showdown circus or one mother in Florida who "doesn't read books" and apparently doesn't want any kids to read as well.

ROOM 7609: Our special guest rejoins the show to make a very divisive choice.

FEEDBACK: You wrote, we responded … and our AI misreads Shawn completely.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

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SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54043737Tue, 30 May 2023 17:41:54 +0000ML ElrickML joins remotely from the Mackinac Island Policy conference. Bizzaro Shawn makes an appearance to argue with our displaced leader about money, weed, and music . Special Guest Drew Lane pops down to fill in for the absent host only to discover that ML...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML reports live from the Mackinac Island Policy Conference where politicos, lobbyists, and reporters mingle. He explains that there isn't as much "policy" talk as there is fund raising for the next job.

We welcome our newest sponsor to the show. Irish Coffee Bar & Grill in Grosse Pointe.

Shawn doesn't want people to write off Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams because he's only 22-years-old. Other people in the room are already done with him and ready to move on.

Le'Veon Bell reveals that he smoked weed before his NFL games. It turns out that it is a performance enhansing drug.

MSU is either chasing the money or trying to stay warm by moving their football game against Penn State to Ford Field on Black Friday night. A lot of alumni, fans and the small businesses in East Lansing object.

ML is dismayed that college sports is all about the money... like everything in the United States. We dive into the mailbag early as a listener is furious that MSU has an official gambling partner.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc nominates a bunch of people this week in hopes Shawn will pick one. Either all of the Federal Govenment for the Debt Ceiling Showdown circus or one mother in Florida who "doesn't read books" and apparently doesn't want any kids to read as well.

ROOM 7609: Our special guest rejoins the show to make a very divisive choice.

FEEDBACK: You wrote, we responded … and our AI misreads Shawn completely.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
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When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).
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Become a supporter of this podcast: 4282alcohol,detroit,elrick,football,fox,free,gambling,island,jameson,le'veon,mackinac,michigan,msu,news,politics,press,williams,windsor,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn waxes poetic about a restaurant where he used to work. Read all about it here: Ann Arbor is losing a piece of history. Here's what Angelo's means to me, and so many others.
Howard Hertz was a public defender when his wife’s friend asked him to review a contract offered to her husband, who was a performer.
Howard looked it over, did some reading, and never looked back. His client list now includes Eminem, Insane Clown Posse, Jack White, George Clinton and more.
Howard’s clients the Bass Brothers regularly sent him envelopes with performers’ names on them.
He didn’t think twice when he got an envelope with “Marshall B. Mathers III” on it. It turned out to be the beginning of a long, beautiful relationship.Enimen turned down Apple when it wanted to license “Lose Yourself” for a new product.
Listen and learn which product was involved – and what happened when Apple crossed Slim Shady.
Eminem got in trouble with the law 20 years ago. That’s when ML met Howard.
Howard reveals how seriously Eminem took those criminal charges, and how he prepared him for court.
Eminem’s beef with the Insane Clown Posse was epic. Howard talks about what it was like to represent these warring factions.
When the FBI labeled ICP supporters the Juggalos a gang, Howard went to court.
Find out how that battle ended.Howard represented Elmore Leonard for decades, and Dutch made sure everyone knew it when they attended the Telluride Film Festival.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn and Marc offer geeks, almost derailing ML's carefully laid and years long campaign to pound the Rolling Stone critic who slammed the bass playing of the recently departed Andy Rourke of the Smiths.

ROOM 7609: ML suspends his Sisters of Mercy charm campaign to honor Andy Rourke by booking The Smiths into the New Wave suite to perform “Barbarism Begins at Home.” Then tells some Sisters of Mercy stories anyway.

FEEDBACK: You wrote, we responded … and ML takes another beating.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).
If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53974132Tue, 23 May 2023 18:00:58 +0000ML ElrickEminem, Insane Clown Posse and Elmore Leonard all turn to Howard Hertz for legal advice. He shares some epic stories with ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joe works on his audition tape. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn waxes poetic about a restaurant where he used to...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn waxes poetic about a restaurant where he used to work. Read all about it here: Ann Arbor is losing a piece of history. Here's what Angelo's means to me, and so many others.
Howard Hertz was a public defender when his wife’s friend asked him to review a contract offered to her husband, who was a performer.
Howard looked it over, did some reading, and never looked back. His client list now includes Eminem, Insane Clown Posse, Jack White, George Clinton and more.
Howard’s clients the Bass Brothers regularly sent him envelopes with performers’ names on them.
He didn’t think twice when he got an envelope with “Marshall B. Mathers III” on it. It turned out to be the beginning of a long, beautiful relationship.Enimen turned down Apple when it wanted to license “Lose Yourself” for a new product.
Listen and learn which product was involved – and what happened when Apple crossed Slim Shady.
Eminem got in trouble with the law 20 years ago. That’s when ML met Howard.
Howard reveals how seriously Eminem took those criminal charges, and how he prepared him for court.
Eminem’s beef with the Insane Clown Posse was epic. Howard talks about what it was like to represent these warring factions.
When the FBI labeled ICP supporters the Juggalos a gang, Howard went to court.
Find out how that battle ended.Howard represented Elmore Leonard for decades, and Dutch made sure everyone knew it when they attended the Telluride Film Festival.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn and Marc offer geeks, almost derailing ML's carefully laid and years long campaign to pound the Rolling Stone critic who slammed the bass playing of the recently departed Andy Rourke of the Smiths.

ROOM 7609: ML suspends his Sisters of Mercy charm campaign to honor Andy Rourke by booking The Smiths into the New Wave suite to perform “Barbarism Begins at Home.” Then tells some Sisters of Mercy stories anyway.

FEEDBACK: You wrote, we responded … and ML takes another beating.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).
If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5687clinton,detroit,elrick,eminem,fox,free,freep,hertz,howard,lions,manson,michigan,press,state,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/revisiting-coleman-may-16-2023--53894007
STRAIGHT DOPE: After a stellar intro, ML surrenders and gives listener John Anderson what he wants.
Some of Detroit’s best journalists were honored last night by the Detroit Chapter of the Society for Professional Journalists. Spoiler alert: ML was not one of them.
Listen and learn whether you can be buried standing up in Detroit -- and why that might not be such a good idea.
Fifty years ago, Coleman Young Sr. had to fight for a place on the ballot when he ran for mayor in 1973. Bill McGraw tells us how Young won in court – and at the polls.
Forget what you thought you knew about the 1973 election. Yes, race was an issue. But neither candidate worked to exploit racial tensions.
Bill and the crew agree the civility was something that couldn’t happen today.
Bill compiled “The Quotations of Mayor Coleman A. Young,” also known as “The Little Red Book.” It was an inspiration for ML’s “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Bill shares some of his favorite passages.
If you’d like a copy of ML’s book, just make a donation on our website, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com Young’s demeanor changed dramatically over his 20 years in office. Bill talks about what may have contributed to that evolution.
Bill’s weekly “Free Press Flashback” has covered everything from (this week) Young’s first election to 100-year-old unsolved cult murders. He talks about how the finds his stories – and how graphic old-tyme journalism used to be.
ML and Bill use a French word that makes Shawn and Marc … or are they just jealous of the polyglots among them? ML takes his fight to restore the press room in city hall to the Detroit-Wayne Building Authority. Read all about and watch him testify by using this link.:
Support Bill’s work and investigative journalism and get a $5 Amazon gift card for subscribing to the Free Press by using this link.
GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tries to be upbeat by honoring the Geck family, whose son was last week’s geek for breaking a window at Café DeMongo.
Then Marc and Shawn conspire to make him break bad and name a geek.
ROOM 7609: ML’s charm campaign includes a deeper dive into the Sisters of Mercy and Andrew Eldritch’s collaboration with Ofra Haza on “The Temple of Love.” Marc and Shawn are not impressed. FEEDBACK: Duggan, Do It in Detroit and a Bill McGraw fan checks in.
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick” We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53894007Tue, 16 May 2023 18:17:20 +0000ML ElrickLearn about the Coleman Young most folks never knew when legendary Free Press reporter Bill McGraw schools ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joey studies The Little Red Book. STRAIGHT DOPE: After a stellar intro, ML surrenders and gives listener John...
STRAIGHT DOPE: After a stellar intro, ML surrenders and gives listener John Anderson what he wants.
Some of Detroit’s best journalists were honored last night by the Detroit Chapter of the Society for Professional Journalists. Spoiler alert: ML was not one of them.
Listen and learn whether you can be buried standing up in Detroit -- and why that might not be such a good idea.
Fifty years ago, Coleman Young Sr. had to fight for a place on the ballot when he ran for mayor in 1973. Bill McGraw tells us how Young won in court – and at the polls.
Forget what you thought you knew about the 1973 election. Yes, race was an issue. But neither candidate worked to exploit racial tensions.
Bill and the crew agree the civility was something that couldn’t happen today.
Bill compiled “The Quotations of Mayor Coleman A. Young,” also known as “The Little Red Book.” It was an inspiration for ML’s “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Bill shares some of his favorite passages.
If you’d like a copy of ML’s book, just make a donation on our website, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com Young’s demeanor changed dramatically over his 20 years in office. Bill talks about what may have contributed to that evolution.
Bill’s weekly “Free Press Flashback” has covered everything from (this week) Young’s first election to 100-year-old unsolved cult murders. He talks about how the finds his stories – and how graphic old-tyme journalism used to be.
ML and Bill use a French word that makes Shawn and Marc … or are they just jealous of the polyglots among them? ML takes his fight to restore the press room in city hall to the Detroit-Wayne Building Authority. Read all about and watch him testify by using this link.:
Support Bill’s work and investigative journalism and get a $5 Amazon gift card for subscribing to the Free Press by using this link.
GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tries to be upbeat by honoring the Geck family, whose son was last week’s geek for breaking a window at Café DeMongo.
Then Marc and Shawn conspire to make him break bad and name a geek.
ROOM 7609: ML’s charm campaign includes a deeper dive into the Sisters of Mercy and Andrew Eldritch’s collaboration with Ofra Haza on “The Temple of Love.” Marc and Shawn are not impressed. FEEDBACK: Duggan, Do It in Detroit and a Bill McGraw fan checks in.
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or...]]>5738coleman,detroit,elrick,fox,free,mayor,mcgraw,michigan,politics,press,windsor,youngfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overcompensated-may-9-2023--53795158
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn questions the fairness of the Twitter poll ML posted in which he and Marc CREAMED Shawn on a question about good conduct. Listen and let us know what YOU think.

ML takes a moment to salute a Free Press colleague who was just named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for criticism. (Spoiler alert: It was not Shawn, who is a finalist for the Nobel Prize for Criticizing ML.)
The Free Press has a new editor, which Shawn claims gave ML an opportunity to steal the spotlight and make this historic moment all about himself. To ML’s chagrin, this week’s guest agrees!

Dave Boucher and Dana Afana revealed potential conflicts of interests involving the city commission that recently voted to provide hefty raises to Detroit’s mayor, clerk and city council. Check out their superb investigation here.

Support investigative journalism and get a $5 Amazon gift card for subscribing to the Free Press by using this link.

Dave tells ML, Marc and Shawn how much Detroit’s mayor, clerk and city council will make after receiving hefty raises. When you find out what other elected officials with bigger jobs make, it will blow your mind!

Dave and Dana got the city to admit that there is a problem with how members of the Elected Officials Compensation Commission are chosen.

Listen and learn what the city’s top lawyer copped to, and what can be done to make sure that he follows through on reform measures.

Would you pay for more ML’s Soul of Detroit? We’re considering limiting access to our live video broadcasts to subscribers for about $5 a month. We may also add additional sponsorship levels that would include access to a monthly bonus episode, exclusive swag, a visit to the studio and meet-and-greets. Cast your vote here.

In his latest “On Guard” column, ML predicts that more heads will roll from the feds’ investigation into Lansing’s pay-to-play ganja scandal.

ML is fighting to restore the press room in Detroit's city hall to its rightful place on the mayor's floor, though he'll settle for digs on the city council's floor. Read all about it here.

Some amazing concerts are going on sale for $25 a ticket starting Wednesday. But you can get access Tuesday by joining Rakuten. It’s free to join, and you can get cash rebates on purchases. Use this link to join Rakuten, get a bonus and get early access to the $25 ticket sale.

Marc sends the show on a royal tangent when he turns to our own Windsor to get the team’s take on the monarchy.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Watch the video embedded in this link and if you can identify the geek, please call police!

ROOM 7609: ML is on a mission to get Andrew Eldritch of The Sisters of Mercy to come on the show before the band performs at the Fillmore on June 5.
His charm campaign starts by booking the Sisters into the New Wave suite to perform “Dance on Glass.”

FEEDBACK: Another obsequious email from Dan dominates this week’s mail.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53795158Tue, 09 May 2023 17:45:46 +0000ML ElrickCronies voted to give Detroit elected officials big raises, so ML, Marc and Shawn talk to one of the reporters who exposed their conflicts of interest, while Joe waits patiently for his same ol’ paycheck. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn questions the fairness...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn questions the fairness of the Twitter poll ML posted in which he and Marc CREAMED Shawn on a question about good conduct. Listen and let us know what YOU think.

ML takes a moment to salute a Free Press colleague who was just named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for criticism. (Spoiler alert: It was not Shawn, who is a finalist for the Nobel Prize for Criticizing ML.)
The Free Press has a new editor, which Shawn claims gave ML an opportunity to steal the spotlight and make this historic moment all about himself. To ML’s chagrin, this week’s guest agrees!

Dave Boucher and Dana Afana revealed potential conflicts of interests involving the city commission that recently voted to provide hefty raises to Detroit’s mayor, clerk and city council. Check out their superb investigation here.

Support investigative journalism and get a $5 Amazon gift card for subscribing to the Free Press by using this link.

Dave tells ML, Marc and Shawn how much Detroit’s mayor, clerk and city council will make after receiving hefty raises. When you find out what other elected officials with bigger jobs make, it will blow your mind!

Dave and Dana got the city to admit that there is a problem with how members of the Elected Officials Compensation Commission are chosen.

Listen and learn what the city’s top lawyer copped to, and what can be done to make sure that he follows through on reform measures.

Would you pay for more ML’s Soul of Detroit? We’re considering limiting access to our live video broadcasts to subscribers for about $5 a month. We may also add additional sponsorship levels that would include access to a monthly bonus episode, exclusive swag, a visit to the studio and meet-and-greets. Cast your vote here.

In his latest “On Guard” column, ML predicts that more heads will roll from the feds’ investigation into Lansing’s pay-to-play ganja scandal.

ML is fighting to restore the press room in Detroit's city hall to its rightful place on the mayor's floor, though he'll settle for digs on the city council's floor. Read all about it here.

Some amazing concerts are going on sale for $25 a ticket starting Wednesday. But you can get access Tuesday by joining Rakuten. It’s free to join, and you...]]>5955city,council,detroit,drew,duggan,elrick,ethics,fox,free,mayor,michigan,mike,money,pay,press,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/secrets-of-an-agent-man-may-2-2023--53719886
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts off a bit dour after being admonished before the show. Listen and learn what the fuss was all about.
For 30 years, Tom Tafelski has helped turn college football players who didn’t get drafted into NFL players. He’s been so successful that his clients have played in more than five Super Bowls.


Tom tells us how he got his start as a sports agent -- and how he competes in a world populated by sharks like Scott Boras and Drew Rosenhaus.
“What price a man?” Or so the Bard might have said (if he listened to this podcast hundreds of years ago).
Since Shakespeare is dead, it’s left to ML to ponder as pro salaries dominate the debate.
Tom tells how he took a relative unknown from Tiffin and turned him into an NFL player.

ML is fighting to restore the press room in Detroit's city hall to its rightful place on the mayor's floor, though he'll settle for digs on the city council's floor. He tells all about it in his latest "On Guard" column.

Shawn tells ML to let Tom talk, only to have Tom agree with ML. Sweet justice!

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Rooskie who tried to eliminate her doppelganger with a poison cheesecake is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Madison Mars checks into the New Wave suite to perform “New Vibe Who Dis,” which has great musical bones borrowed from one of the most iconic New Wave duos ever.

FEEDBACK: Shawn reads an email about ML that makes him physically ill, while Marc shares an awesome Bill Bonds story from a listener.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53719886Tue, 02 May 2023 18:44:07 +0000ML ElrickA local man who helps undrafted football players realize their NFL dream tells ML, Marc and Shawn how he works his magic, while Joe waits for Roger Goodell to call his name. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts off a bit dour after being admonished before the...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts off a bit dour after being admonished before the show. Listen and learn what the fuss was all about.
For 30 years, Tom Tafelski has helped turn college football players who didn’t get drafted into NFL players. He’s been so successful that his clients have played in more than five Super Bowls.


Tom tells us how he got his start as a sports agent -- and how he competes in a world populated by sharks like Scott Boras and Drew Rosenhaus.
“What price a man?” Or so the Bard might have said (if he listened to this podcast hundreds of years ago).
Since Shakespeare is dead, it’s left to ML to ponder as pro salaries dominate the debate.
Tom tells how he took a relative unknown from Tiffin and turned him into an NFL player.

ML is fighting to restore the press room in Detroit's city hall to its rightful place on the mayor's floor, though he'll settle for digs on the city council's floor. He tells all about it in his latest "On Guard" column.

Shawn tells ML to let Tom talk, only to have Tom agree with ML. Sweet justice!

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Rooskie who tried to eliminate her doppelganger with a poison cheesecake is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: Madison Mars checks into the New Wave suite to perform “New Vibe Who Dis,” which has great musical bones borrowed from one of the most iconic New Wave duos ever.

FEEDBACK: Shawn reads an email about ML that makes him physically ill, while Marc shares an awesome Bill Bonds story from a listener.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6115agent,detroit,draft,elrick,football,fox,free,lions,michigan,money,msu,nfl,press,tafelski,windsor,wjbkfalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: We start with a brief salute to Carlos Monarrez, who is in our prayers for a reason other than hosting a weekly podcast with Shawn.

Long-time Detroit News rock and local media critic Jim McFarlin joins the show and tells stories that demonstrate why he was inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame Sunday night.

Bonzo gave Jim his phone number one night at the Press Club. Listen and learn what happened when Jim used it to ask about one of the legendary anchorman’s many brushes with the law.
Jim sometimes felt like he couldn’t win; white folks said he was too Black when he criticized a rock band, and Black folks said he was too white when he criticized an R&B band. So he came up with the “McFarlin Rule.”

Find out what happened when Bob Seger invited Jim to hear to his new album -- and then watched him as he listened for the first time.

A drunk friend who went with Jim to an Aretha Franklin concert got him in hot water with the Queen of Soul. Hear how Jim saved his job.

Drew Lane got off to a rough start in Detroit, which Jim chronicled for the Detroit News. He became a big Drew and Mike fan along the way.

ML single-handedly inducts Jim into the Integrity in Journalism Hall of Fame for the way he stood by his principles with his career on the line. Jim tells the crew how he was handed a line of manure, almost literally, after the newspaper strike ended.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: It seems like every year or so, the same local radio personality hypes a new weight loss plan, prompting ML to ask “if the plans are so great, why do you need to keep losing weight?”
This much is sure: The only thing the pitch man has lost for sure is credibility.

ROOM 7609: Marc orchestrates a prank on ML involving how much Shawn knows about the New Wave song that provides the main riff for Basement Jaxx’s “Where’s Your Head At?”
Listen to hear whether the hijinx succeeded.

FEEDBACK: Shawn love, free city wheels and Tucker’s fate fill our InBox.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53644113Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:19:53 +0000ML ElrickZZ Top, Battling Bill Bonds and Angry Aretha Franklin are just some of the inside stories Hall of Fame rock critic Jim McFarlin shares when he joins ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joe listens in the green room. STRAIGHT DOPE: We start with a brief salute...
STRAIGHT DOPE: We start with a brief salute to Carlos Monarrez, who is in our prayers for a reason other than hosting a weekly podcast with Shawn.

Long-time Detroit News rock and local media critic Jim McFarlin joins the show and tells stories that demonstrate why he was inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame Sunday night.

Bonzo gave Jim his phone number one night at the Press Club. Listen and learn what happened when Jim used it to ask about one of the legendary anchorman’s many brushes with the law.
Jim sometimes felt like he couldn’t win; white folks said he was too Black when he criticized a rock band, and Black folks said he was too white when he criticized an R&B band. So he came up with the “McFarlin Rule.”

Find out what happened when Bob Seger invited Jim to hear to his new album -- and then watched him as he listened for the first time.

A drunk friend who went with Jim to an Aretha Franklin concert got him in hot water with the Queen of Soul. Hear how Jim saved his job.

Drew Lane got off to a rough start in Detroit, which Jim chronicled for the Detroit News. He became a big Drew and Mike fan along the way.

ML single-handedly inducts Jim into the Integrity in Journalism Hall of Fame for the way he stood by his principles with his career on the line. Jim tells the crew how he was handed a line of manure, almost literally, after the newspaper strike ended.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: It seems like every year or so, the same local radio personality hypes a new weight loss plan, prompting ML to ask “if the plans are so great, why do you need to keep losing weight?”
This much is sure: The only thing the pitch man has lost for sure is credibility.

ROOM 7609: Marc orchestrates a prank on ML involving how much Shawn knows about the New Wave song that provides the main riff for Basement Jaxx’s “Where’s Your Head At?”
Listen to hear whether the hijinx succeeded.

FEEDBACK: Shawn love, free city wheels and Tucker’s fate fill our InBox.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6856detroit,drew,fox,free,jim,mcfarlin,michigan,mike,music,press,radio,rock,roll,tucker,wriffalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poetic-justice-prison-epicures-april-18-2023--53573042
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is gone and Marc is back, as the Soul of Detroit revolving door continues to spin. Marc tells us what he found at Disney World while ML shares his favorite ride at Universal (spoiler alert: It involves riding a bar stool).
Your tax dollars were spent on a poet laureate, even though the state did not hire a poet laureate until Clara Hendrickson of the Free Press started asking what they were doing with your dough. Read all about it here.

Mark Kurlyandchik went to prison for gourmet food. Actually, he went to meet a chef who is turning cons into cooks. And not just any cooks – kitchen magicians. He discusses the five-year journey behind his documentary “Coldwater Kitchen,” which you can see at the upcoming Freep Film Festival. ML will also emcee a panel at the festival. Learn all about it here.

Shawn makes the scene just in time to appreciate ML’s Shawshank Shwarma joke. It’s worth tuning in for.

Man-about-town August Gitschlag sashays in, resplendent in his tiger festooned track suit to discuss his charity event on April 22 at Whiskey in the Jar in Hamtramck. Here’s how to bust out your favorite track suit for a good cause.

Is "Succession" an allegory for modern life? ML thinks so, and shares the theory he worked out while taking a shower before the show (so you know it's got to be good!).

ML’s latest investigation reveals that Geoffrey Fieger was sick for years before he suffered a stroke, and continued working as a trial lawyer after his doctor told him to stop. Along the way he sued his insurance underwriters for $16 million, claiming that being unable to try cases made him disabled.
Read all about it here.

Subscribe to the Free Press and get a $5 Amazon gift card.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: George Santos. Say no more.

ROOM 7609: Ava Max’s “Born to the Night” does a double dip into New Wave music. Listen and see if you can pick the two New Wave artists who inspired her rather insipid song.

FEEDBACK: A listener wants to send ML to Flint and another questions whether he’s picking on Fieger.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content! When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick” We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53573042Tue, 18 Apr 2023 17:57:15 +0000ML ElrickYour poet tax dollars wasted, top prison chefs revealed, and track suits for a good cause keep ML, Marc and Shawn busy, while Joe seeks an iron for his velour. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is gone and Marc is back, as the Soul of Detroit revolving door...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is gone and Marc is back, as the Soul of Detroit revolving door continues to spin. Marc tells us what he found at Disney World while ML shares his favorite ride at Universal (spoiler alert: It involves riding a bar stool).
Your tax dollars were spent on a poet laureate, even though the state did not hire a poet laureate until Clara Hendrickson of the Free Press started asking what they were doing with your dough. Read all about it here.

Mark Kurlyandchik went to prison for gourmet food. Actually, he went to meet a chef who is turning cons into cooks. And not just any cooks – kitchen magicians. He discusses the five-year journey behind his documentary “Coldwater Kitchen,” which you can see at the upcoming Freep Film Festival. ML will also emcee a panel at the festival. Learn all about it here.

Shawn makes the scene just in time to appreciate ML’s Shawshank Shwarma joke. It’s worth tuning in for.

Man-about-town August Gitschlag sashays in, resplendent in his tiger festooned track suit to discuss his charity event on April 22 at Whiskey in the Jar in Hamtramck. Here’s how to bust out your favorite track suit for a good cause.

Is "Succession" an allegory for modern life? ML thinks so, and shares the theory he worked out while taking a shower before the show (so you know it's got to be good!).

ML’s latest investigation reveals that Geoffrey Fieger was sick for years before he suffered a stroke, and continued working as a trial lawyer after his doctor told him to stop. Along the way he sued his insurance underwriters for $16 million, claiming that being unable to try cases made him disabled.
Read all about it here.

Subscribe to the Free Press and get a $5 Amazon gift card.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: George Santos. Say no more.

ROOM 7609: Ava Max’s “Born to the Night” does a double dip into New Wave music. Listen and see if you can pick the two New Wave artists who inspired her rather insipid song.

FEEDBACK: A listener wants to send ML to Flint and another questions whether he’s picking on Fieger.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!
Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when...]]>6236coldwater,detroit,elrick,festival,film,fox,free,government,kitchen,laureate,michigan,poet,press,whitmer,windsorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weed-greed-april-11-2023--53505384
STRAIGHT DOPE

ML finds a way to get Shawn engaged in the show right away by making an ill-advised crack about an underperforming Detroit Tiger – since that doesn’t narrow it down much, you’ll have to listen to learn what all the fuss is about.ML’s old reporting partner Craig Mauger has been breaking big news on a federal investigation into politicians, public corruption and Michigan’s burgeoning weed industry. He zooms in to tell us what he’s uncovered.

Read about it here: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/michigan/2023/04/06/feds-set-to-unveil-corruption-charges-after-long-bribery-investigation/70087489007/
What is it with former speakers of the Michigan House of Representatives? First Lee Chatfield is in trouble with the law. Then Rick Johnson. Craig tells us who Johnson is, and why he’s likely headed to prison.Former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta provides insights into why Johnson and three other dirtbags were charged using something the feds call an “information.” He also discusses what their agreement to cooperate could mean for other folks involved in their scheme.Because he knows Shawn will be disappointed if Kwame Kilpatrick does not come up at least once in the show, ML shares Johnson’s connection to Hizzoner.Michael has prosecuted some of the biggest cases in Detroit history, but isn’t impressed with the case a New York prosecutor brought against Donald Trump based on his payments to Stormy Daniels. But the former fed says the former prez has some other cases that could be a bigger problem.ML and Michael renew their debate over the Gabe Leland case and start a new beef over the Anthony Marrocco case.

ML’s latest column is still generating controversy with listeners. He responds to new criticism and fresh examples of local nepo-babies. Check out ML’s column here: https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2023/04/02/detroit-officials-give-jobs-to-relatives-nepotism-debate/70061511007/Support investigative reporting by subscribing to the Free Press. Use this link and get a $5 Amazon gift card: https://share.freep.com/ftqlx

GEEK OF THE WEEK

It was going to be a guy who robbed a drug store while wearing a tether who then claimed he wasn’t there, but ML was feeling bad about criticizing a tame Tiger and was going to name himself GOW, but then he changed his mind and settled on everyone’s favorite flinger of Victorian-era insults.

ROOM 7609

How great is New Wave music? When the Notorious B.I.G. was looking for an epic hook, he knew there was only one tune that could hold his weight. Check into the New Wave suite to check it out.

FEEDBACK

ML addresses concerns about mayoral hook-ups and gambling on campus.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US

Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN

Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH

Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!

Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!

When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!

Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53505384Tue, 11 Apr 2023 18:04:24 +0000ML ElrickLawbreaker lawmakers high on bribes from Michigan’s new marijuana market dominate this week’s discussion as an investigative reporter and former federal prosecutor join ML and Shawn while Marc is whacked out on vacation wondering what Joe put in those...
STRAIGHT DOPE

ML finds a way to get Shawn engaged in the show right away by making an ill-advised crack about an underperforming Detroit Tiger – since that doesn’t narrow it down much, you’ll have to listen to learn what all the fuss is about.ML’s old reporting partner Craig Mauger has been breaking big news on a federal investigation into politicians, public corruption and Michigan’s burgeoning weed industry. He zooms in to tell us what he’s uncovered.

Read about it here: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/michigan/2023/04/06/feds-set-to-unveil-corruption-charges-after-long-bribery-investigation/70087489007/
What is it with former speakers of the Michigan House of Representatives? First Lee Chatfield is in trouble with the law. Then Rick Johnson. Craig tells us who Johnson is, and why he’s likely headed to prison.Former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta provides insights into why Johnson and three other dirtbags were charged using something the feds call an “information.” He also discusses what their agreement to cooperate could mean for other folks involved in their scheme.Because he knows Shawn will be disappointed if Kwame Kilpatrick does not come up at least once in the show, ML shares Johnson’s connection to Hizzoner.Michael has prosecuted some of the biggest cases in Detroit history, but isn’t impressed with the case a New York prosecutor brought against Donald Trump based on his payments to Stormy Daniels. But the former fed says the former prez has some other cases that could be a bigger problem.ML and Michael renew their debate over the Gabe Leland case and start a new beef over the Anthony Marrocco case.

ML’s latest column is still generating controversy with listeners. He responds to new criticism and fresh examples of local nepo-babies. Check out ML’s column here: https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2023/04/02/detroit-officials-give-jobs-to-relatives-nepotism-debate/70061511007/Support investigative reporting by subscribing to the Free Press. Use this link and get a $5 Amazon gift card: https://share.freep.com/ftqlx

GEEK OF THE WEEK

It was going to be a guy who robbed a drug store while wearing a tether who then claimed he wasn’t there, but ML was feeling bad about criticizing a tame Tiger and was going to name himself GOW, but then he changed his mind and settled on everyone’s favorite flinger of Victorian-era insults.

ROOM 7609

How great is New Wave music? When the Notorious B.I.G. was looking for an epic hook, he knew there was only one tune that could hold his weight. Check into the New Wave suite to check it out.

FEEDBACK

ML addresses concerns about mayoral hook-ups and gambling on campus.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US

Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN

Find out more about the...]]>5003falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/powerless-april-4-2023--53443495
STRAIGHT DOPE: We talk about lots of great subscriber-only stories in the Free Press this episode. Use this link to subscribe and you’ll get a $5 Amazon gift!

Keith Matheny of the Free Press drops in to discuss his deep dive into why Michigan’s power companies are so expensive and take so long to restore power when bad weather hits.

Shawn shares how he kept some repair workers from restoring power in Ann Arbor, but it turns out there are all kinds of other reasons why Michigan has one of the most vulnerable power grids in the nation. Keith explains.

Keith discusses how locally-owned, non-profit power companies perform compared to DTE and Consumers. Has Lansing’s Board of Power and Light shown the way to savings AND a more reliable grid?

If the power problems weren’t enough to freak you out, Keith has also reported on how toxic chemicals roll down railroad tracks in Michigan every day on their way to toxic disposal sites. Read it and weep.
Donald Trump is scheduled to get his mugshot in New York. But you won’t get to see it. ML discusses a federal policy that keeps us from getting mugshots of accused criminals here in Michigan – and why it makes no sense.

ML’s latest column exposes how elected officials are STILL putting relatives on the public payroll. A discussion of the nepo-babies follows. Check out ML’s column.

Max Prokop has created some new music to commemorate the show’s 200th episode. He’s also playing at the Magic Bag on Friday, April 14thwith the Smiths United. Get tickets here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Is the LSU basketball player who taunts the trash-talkingest player in women’s college basketball our GOW … or does a surprise candidate steal the tarnished crown?

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike books Lady Sovereign in the New Wave suite to perform “So Human” as the second installment in our series of pop songs that sample or are inspired by New Wave hooks. Can you identify the band and the song?

FEEDBACK: Your messages about Shawn’s housekeeping habits, ML’s latest column and favoritism’s impact on Detroit dominate our discussion.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!
When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”
We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53443495Tue, 04 Apr 2023 18:26:13 +0000ML ElrickWe fight the power (company) as we celebrate our 200th episode. Energy Vampire Shawn returns while ML and Marc welcome a cavalcade of dynamic guests and Joe stays grounded. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://share.freep.com/ftqlx...
STRAIGHT DOPE: We talk about lots of great subscriber-only stories in the Free Press this episode. Use this link to subscribe and you’ll get a $5 Amazon gift!

Keith Matheny of the Free Press drops in to discuss his deep dive into why Michigan’s power companies are so expensive and take so long to restore power when bad weather hits.

Shawn shares how he kept some repair workers from restoring power in Ann Arbor, but it turns out there are all kinds of other reasons why Michigan has one of the most vulnerable power grids in the nation. Keith explains.

Keith discusses how locally-owned, non-profit power companies perform compared to DTE and Consumers. Has Lansing’s Board of Power and Light shown the way to savings AND a more reliable grid?

If the power problems weren’t enough to freak you out, Keith has also reported on how toxic chemicals roll down railroad tracks in Michigan every day on their way to toxic disposal sites. Read it and weep.
Donald Trump is scheduled to get his mugshot in New York. But you won’t get to see it. ML discusses a federal policy that keeps us from getting mugshots of accused criminals here in Michigan – and why it makes no sense.

ML’s latest column exposes how elected officials are STILL putting relatives on the public payroll. A discussion of the nepo-babies follows. Check out ML’s column.

Max Prokop has created some new music to commemorate the show’s 200th episode. He’s also playing at the Magic Bag on Friday, April 14thwith the Smiths United. Get tickets here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Is the LSU basketball player who taunts the trash-talkingest player in women’s college basketball our GOW … or does a surprise candidate steal the tarnished crown?

ROOM 7609: Listener Mike books Lady Sovereign in the New Wave suite to perform “So Human” as the second installment in our series of pop songs that sample or are inspired by New Wave hooks. Can you identify the band and the song?

FEEDBACK: Your messages about Shawn’s housekeeping habits, ML’s latest column and favoritism’s impact on Detroit dominate our discussion.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when...]]>6460falsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.com
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discovered an old photo of Shawn from the days when he was an energetic, optimistic and carefree fellow. Shawn explains what happened to rob him of his joie-de-vivre.
Instead of discussing his trip to Madison Square Garden and some of the most exciting basketball he’s ever seen, Shawn takes over the show by recounting how he helped scrub a friend’s refrigerator.
The party of family values recently invited Kwame Kilpatrick to speak at a conservative policy conference. That’s just one of several recent political missteps ML wrote about in his latest column. Read it here.
Marc quizzes ML and Shawn on whether numbers drive the news, spurring a discussion on the revelations about what people at Fox News were REALLY thinking about Donald Trump and how decisions may be made at MSNBC.
Jason, watching on Facebook, offers to help with ML’s volleyball team – the Ace Holes – on their quest for glory.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Lindsay Lohan, Jake Paul and Kendra Lust were on track to be this week’s Geeks … until ML realized the REAL winner/loser is anyone who took their advice on cryptocurrency.

ROOM 7609: We kick off a new theme by asking listeners to submit pop songs that sample or are derivative of New Wave classics. Our first example is “Feel this Moment” by PitBull and Christina Aquilera. Can you identify the hook?

FEEDBACK: No feedback. Does this mean no one cares what we think anymore?
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53367748Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:49:44 +0000ML ElrickShawn swoops in and steals the show with his story about fridge scrubbing, prompting ML and Marc to accuse him of being an energy vampire, while Joe struggles to maintain consciousness. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discovered an old photo of Shawn from the days...
STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discovered an old photo of Shawn from the days when he was an energetic, optimistic and carefree fellow. Shawn explains what happened to rob him of his joie-de-vivre.
Instead of discussing his trip to Madison Square Garden and some of the most exciting basketball he’s ever seen, Shawn takes over the show by recounting how he helped scrub a friend’s refrigerator.
The party of family values recently invited Kwame Kilpatrick to speak at a conservative policy conference. That’s just one of several recent political missteps ML wrote about in his latest column. Read it here.
Marc quizzes ML and Shawn on whether numbers drive the news, spurring a discussion on the revelations about what people at Fox News were REALLY thinking about Donald Trump and how decisions may be made at MSNBC.
Jason, watching on Facebook, offers to help with ML’s volleyball team – the Ace Holes – on their quest for glory.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: Lindsay Lohan, Jake Paul and Kendra Lust were on track to be this week’s Geeks … until ML realized the REAL winner/loser is anyone who took their advice on cryptocurrency.

ROOM 7609: We kick off a new theme by asking listeners to submit pop songs that sample or are derivative of New Wave classics. Our first example is “Feel this Moment” by PitBull and Christina Aquilera. Can you identify the hook?

FEEDBACK: No feedback. Does this mean no one cares what we think anymore?
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit.
Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4350detroit,fox,free,frozenfour,journalism,karamo,kilpatrick,kristina,kwame,lions,michigan,migop,msnbc,msu,news,pitbull,press,vampirefalsefullhttp://MLSoulofDetroit.comSTRAIGHT DOPE: While Shawn slums with Mr. March himself – Tom Izzo – ML and Marc discuss how a sports radio buddy’s tweet about Izzo’s potential demise rekindled a feud with ML.
Detroit City Council is poised to vote on a $800 million tax incentive plan for the Ilitch’s latest District Detroit proposal, raising questions about what can be done to make sure they keep their promises this time – and who doesn’t seem to be interested in making sure they do.
ML and Marc break down the questionable logic of Mayor Mike Duggan’s claim that $400 million of the incentive money for District Detroit wouldn’t cost Detroiters a cent.
ML spent last Thursday with the corruption kingpin of Macomb County, who was sentenced to a mere 3 months in prison after two decades of despotism. In his latest “On Guard” column, ML reveals the whistleblower who tried for 10 years to get justice. Read all about it here.
The Drew and Mike podcast’s recent discussion of Jalen Rose’s interview with Ja Morant has ML bemoaning the sorry state of network TV sports journalism, which seems more like a frat house than a news operation.
GEEK OF THE WEEK: When you run an operation that charges you more in “convenience fees” than the price of a ticket, you collect loads of dough you don’t deserve – and GOW honors.
ROOM 7609: Yes, even epic New Wave icons The Cure have some great cuts you’ve never heard of. So ML cues up “The Upstairs Room” and tells two Cure tales, including at least one which may be apocryphal.
FEEDBACK: ML is invited to join a power clique and a listener wants Dangerous Shawn on a future episode.
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53285607Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:39:36 +0000ML ElrickShawn is gone so ML and Marc chop up greedy billionaires, a corruption kingpin, and jocks on jocks while Joe generates green energy. STRAIGHT DOPE: While Shawn slums with Mr. March himself – Tom Izzo – ML and Marc discuss how a sports radio buddy’s...STRAIGHT DOPE: While Shawn slums with Mr. March himself – Tom Izzo – ML and Marc discuss how a sports radio buddy’s tweet about Izzo’s potential demise rekindled a feud with ML.
Detroit City Council is poised to vote on a $800 million tax incentive plan for the Ilitch’s latest District Detroit proposal, raising questions about what can be done to make sure they keep their promises this time – and who doesn’t seem to be interested in making sure they do.
ML and Marc break down the questionable logic of Mayor Mike Duggan’s claim that $400 million of the incentive money for District Detroit wouldn’t cost Detroiters a cent.
ML spent last Thursday with the corruption kingpin of Macomb County, who was sentenced to a mere 3 months in prison after two decades of despotism. In his latest “On Guard” column, ML reveals the whistleblower who tried for 10 years to get justice. Read all about it here.
The Drew and Mike podcast’s recent discussion of Jalen Rose’s interview with Ja Morant has ML bemoaning the sorry state of network TV sports journalism, which seems more like a frat house than a news operation.
GEEK OF THE WEEK: When you run an operation that charges you more in “convenience fees” than the price of a ticket, you collect loads of dough you don’t deserve – and GOW honors.
ROOM 7609: Yes, even epic New Wave icons The Cure have some great cuts you’ve never heard of. So ML cues up “The Upstairs Room” and tells two Cure tales, including at least one which may be apocryphal.
FEEDBACK: ML is invited to join a power clique and a listener wants Dangerous Shawn on a future episode.
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

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STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s Give Green Day, so ML encourages listeners to donate to the Detroit Spartans’ 313 Scholarship effort, prompting Marc to call for equal time for that Other School. Here’s how to give some green.
Marc and ML discuss what they’re calling the “Windsor Curse,” which Shawn recently inflicted on their favorite college basketball squads.
If you read the book the “Algiers Motel Incident” or watched the movie “Detroit,” you know about the massacre at a motel during the 1967 riot. But Elliott Hall lived it as a young lawyer who sheltered two witnesses who were working as prostitutes at the time Detroit police officers were accused of murdering young Black men who were staying at the Algiers.
Elliott worked around the clock during the riot representing some of the 8,000 people arrested. He describes zig-zagging down the empty highways in fear of snipers.
Not long after the riot, Elliott and his law partner Dennis Archer talked 13 Black Panthers into peacefully leaving a home where they were barricaded as Detroit Police were stationed outside.
Listen and learn what happened to the other three Panthers.Coleman Young turned to Elliott for advice and good counsel. Find out from Coleman's confidante what it was like to work with Detroit’s first Black mayor.
Elliott became a vice president of Ford Motor Company, where his dad worked in the foundry. Marc asks him a very Marc-like question.
Kwame Kilpatrick also got advice from Elliott. What was it -- and did he take it?ML and Elliott compare and contrast Young and Kilpatrick, two of Detroit’s most iconic chief executives. Elliott pulls no punches.
ML takes Detroit’s current mayor to task for a glaring omission in his State of the City speech that should concern every taxpayer. Read all about it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Prince and Princess who don’t want to be prince and princess recently announced they’ll call their kids prince and princess, earning them a new title that may or may not be hereditary: Geek of the Week.

ROOM 7609: Listener Julie honors Pulp bassist Steve Mackey by booking the band into the New Wave suite to perform “Babies.”

FEEDBACK: A listener gives us a five-star rating and offers praise for “Our Kraken.”

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53201729Tue, 14 Mar 2023 18:22:06 +0000ML ElrickElliott Hall advised Coleman Young and Kwame Kilpatrick and protected prostitutes who witnessed a massacre in the midst of the 1967 riots -- and now he’s telling all to ML and Marc, while Joe runs the show from a safe house. STRAIGHT DOPE:...
STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s Give Green Day, so ML encourages listeners to donate to the Detroit Spartans’ 313 Scholarship effort, prompting Marc to call for equal time for that Other School. Here’s how to give some green.
Marc and ML discuss what they’re calling the “Windsor Curse,” which Shawn recently inflicted on their favorite college basketball squads.
If you read the book the “Algiers Motel Incident” or watched the movie “Detroit,” you know about the massacre at a motel during the 1967 riot. But Elliott Hall lived it as a young lawyer who sheltered two witnesses who were working as prostitutes at the time Detroit police officers were accused of murdering young Black men who were staying at the Algiers.
Elliott worked around the clock during the riot representing some of the 8,000 people arrested. He describes zig-zagging down the empty highways in fear of snipers.
Not long after the riot, Elliott and his law partner Dennis Archer talked 13 Black Panthers into peacefully leaving a home where they were barricaded as Detroit Police were stationed outside.
Listen and learn what happened to the other three Panthers.Coleman Young turned to Elliott for advice and good counsel. Find out from Coleman's confidante what it was like to work with Detroit’s first Black mayor.
Elliott became a vice president of Ford Motor Company, where his dad worked in the foundry. Marc asks him a very Marc-like question.
Kwame Kilpatrick also got advice from Elliott. What was it -- and did he take it?ML and Elliott compare and contrast Young and Kilpatrick, two of Detroit’s most iconic chief executives. Elliott pulls no punches.
ML takes Detroit’s current mayor to task for a glaring omission in his State of the City speech that should concern every taxpayer. Read all about it here.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Prince and Princess who don’t want to be prince and princess recently announced they’ll call their kids prince and princess, earning them a new title that may or may not be hereditary: Geek of the Week.

ROOM 7609: Listener Julie honors Pulp bassist Steve Mackey by booking the band into the New Wave suite to perform “Babies.”

FEEDBACK: A listener gives us a five-star rating and offers praise for “Our Kraken.”

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement...]]>5517falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/balls-out-march-7-2023--53126142
STRAIGHT DOPE: After the show starts with an intro that is both a tribute to the late Tom Sizemore -- and our most explicit intro ever -- it occurs too late to ML that starting an “explicit content” warning would have been a good idea.

Detroit FC kicks off its season this weekend, so CEO Sean Mann joins Shawn The Man (and ML and Marc) to discuss what’s new and what’s next for Detroit’s homegrown professional soccer team. Find out more and get tickets here.

After just a decade in existence, DCFC is one step below the top level of soccer in America – MLS. Sean tells the crew how they got there – and what it will take to make the next step.
In a David v Goliath moment that made national headlines, DCFC beat an MLS team. Sean talks about how Le Rouge’s victory over the Columbus Crew caught the attention of the soccer world which leads to a discussion of their TV deals with Channel 20 and ESPN+.With a women’s team, youth programs, a fieldhouse on the Eastside and a team store in Capitol Park, DCFC is growing.
But it still lost money last year and is projected to lose money this year. Sean discusses whether fans should be worried about the team’s future. Has DCFC outgrown Keyworth? Sean talks about the challenges of playing big-time soccer in an 80-year venue – and the charm of Le Rouge’s homefield.Not so long ago, Detroit billionaires were talking about building a 23,000-seat soccer stadium downtown. ML asks Sean what he’s hearing on the grapevine about the future of MLS in Detroit.

The incredible disappearing soccer stadium proposal is just one of the many major taxpayer-supported projects billionaires pitched that have failed to materialize. ML wrote about them in his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. Read it here.

If Wolverine and Spartan fans agree on one thing, it’s that they hate Shawn’s latest column. Check it out here.

Tributes to Tom Sizemore and Vincent D’Onofrio lead to a moment of amazement when Marc learns that ML actually saw an episode of “Homicide: Life on the Streets,” one of Marc’s favorite shows.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The very notion that Jamie Foxx and Kevin Garnett’s lives are so boring that the only thing that quickens their pulse is an online bet causes ML to add another award to their trophy case: Geek of the Week.

ROOM 7609: Listener Tim reserves the New Wave suite for Red Hot Chili Pepper Chad Smith’s old band, Detroit rockers Toby Redd, who perform “Every Time I Run.”

FEEDBACK: A listener suggests starting a GoFundMe for Shawn, who insists that people only donate to ML, who does not object to the notion.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53126142Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:05:50 +0000ML ElrickDetroit City FC is getting ready to kick off its season, so ML, Marc and Shawn welcome CEO Sean Mann for our annual “State of the Team” conversation, while Joe warms up on the sideline. STRAIGHT DOPE: After the show starts with an intro that is both...
STRAIGHT DOPE: After the show starts with an intro that is both a tribute to the late Tom Sizemore -- and our most explicit intro ever -- it occurs too late to ML that starting an “explicit content” warning would have been a good idea.

Detroit FC kicks off its season this weekend, so CEO Sean Mann joins Shawn The Man (and ML and Marc) to discuss what’s new and what’s next for Detroit’s homegrown professional soccer team. Find out more and get tickets here.

After just a decade in existence, DCFC is one step below the top level of soccer in America – MLS. Sean tells the crew how they got there – and what it will take to make the next step.
In a David v Goliath moment that made national headlines, DCFC beat an MLS team. Sean talks about how Le Rouge’s victory over the Columbus Crew caught the attention of the soccer world which leads to a discussion of their TV deals with Channel 20 and ESPN+.With a women’s team, youth programs, a fieldhouse on the Eastside and a team store in Capitol Park, DCFC is growing.
But it still lost money last year and is projected to lose money this year. Sean discusses whether fans should be worried about the team’s future. Has DCFC outgrown Keyworth? Sean talks about the challenges of playing big-time soccer in an 80-year venue – and the charm of Le Rouge’s homefield.Not so long ago, Detroit billionaires were talking about building a 23,000-seat soccer stadium downtown. ML asks Sean what he’s hearing on the grapevine about the future of MLS in Detroit.

The incredible disappearing soccer stadium proposal is just one of the many major taxpayer-supported projects billionaires pitched that have failed to materialize. ML wrote about them in his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. Read it here.

If Wolverine and Spartan fans agree on one thing, it’s that they hate Shawn’s latest column. Check it out here.

Tributes to Tom Sizemore and Vincent D’Onofrio lead to a moment of amazement when Marc learns that ML actually saw an episode of “Homicide: Life on the Streets,” one of Marc’s favorite shows.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: The very notion that Jamie Foxx and Kevin Garnett’s lives are so boring that the only thing that quickens their pulse is an online bet causes ML to add another award to their trophy case: Geek of the Week.

ROOM 7609: Listener Tim reserves the New Wave suite for Red Hot Chili Pepper Chad Smith’s old band, Detroit rockers Toby Redd, who perform “Every Time I Run.”

FEEDBACK: A listener suggests starting a GoFundMe for Shawn, who insists that people only donate to ML, who does not object to the notion.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!

LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google...]]>5933basketball,dcfc,detroit,fox,free,gilbert,michigan,mls,news,press,rouge,soccer,statetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/soul-power-february-28-2023--52880909STRAIGHT DOPE: The power is out – again. So Shawn bought a generator.
The notoriously frugal ML explains why he has not bought backup power – and it has nothing to do with dollars and cents.
ML and Shawn discuss how they dealt with power outages while hunkering down in their frigid domiciles, a situation that led to an untimely death in ML’s home.
Shawn’s step-brother in Oklahoma has a bunker, potentially causing sibling jealousy as folks in Washtenaw County await the rapture.
ML and Shawn discuss how they will handle the End of Days while Shawn hunkers in his bunker.The crew discusses why power outages will continue to occur and who the power company really serves.Shawn shares his theory about the Dutch – putting a wooden shoe in his mouth.
ML extols the virtues of DTE’s Beacon Park and its charitable giving, but says he’d prefer they keep the damn lights on.
A Will Forte drop causes Shawn to pose some uncomfortable questions about hand washing, making Marc and ML reconsider whether to shake hands with him after the show.
Marc, Shawn and ML offer their collective wisdom to a person planning to date only people with families as dysfunctional as their own; a person uncomfortable visiting a friend who has a large naked painting of herself on the wall; and a woman who doesn’t understand why her friends are uncomfortable because what happened in Vegas didn’t stay in Vegas.
ML, Marc and Shawn discuss and debate the real problem with campus safety and ML says locks are not the problem – or the solution.
GEEK OF THE WEEK: A company that thinks women need pills and men need boners to be happy are this week’s geeks.
ROOM 7609: Don Letts, the groundbreaking sampler and videographer for Big Audio Dynamite, takes center stage during Black History Month as BAD checks into the New Wave suite to perform “Medicine Show.”
FEEDBACK: A listener shares a theory on the motivation for the killing of two rappers and a friend that was discussed on last week’s show and Robin writes a follow-up to last week.DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52880909Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:56:22 +0000ML ElrickAnother DTE epic fail forced Shawn to buy a generator, sparking an electric discussion with Marc and ML while Joe attempts to harness the power of their wind. STRAIGHT DOPE: The power is out – again. So Shawn bought a generator. The notoriously frugal...STRAIGHT DOPE: The power is out – again. So Shawn bought a generator.
The notoriously frugal ML explains why he has not bought backup power – and it has nothing to do with dollars and cents.
ML and Shawn discuss how they dealt with power outages while hunkering down in their frigid domiciles, a situation that led to an untimely death in ML’s home.
Shawn’s step-brother in Oklahoma has a bunker, potentially causing sibling jealousy as folks in Washtenaw County await the rapture.
ML and Shawn discuss how they will handle the End of Days while Shawn hunkers in his bunker.The crew discusses why power outages will continue to occur and who the power company really serves.Shawn shares his theory about the Dutch – putting a wooden shoe in his mouth.
ML extols the virtues of DTE’s Beacon Park and its charitable giving, but says he’d prefer they keep the damn lights on.
A Will Forte drop causes Shawn to pose some uncomfortable questions about hand washing, making Marc and ML reconsider whether to shake hands with him after the show.
Marc, Shawn and ML offer their collective wisdom to a person planning to date only people with families as dysfunctional as their own; a person uncomfortable visiting a friend who has a large naked painting of herself on the wall; and a woman who doesn’t understand why her friends are uncomfortable because what happened in Vegas didn’t stay in Vegas.
ML, Marc and Shawn discuss and debate the real problem with campus safety and ML says locks are not the problem – or the solution.
GEEK OF THE WEEK: A company that thinks women need pills and men need boners to be happy are this week’s geeks.
ROOM 7609: Don Letts, the groundbreaking sampler and videographer for Big Audio Dynamite, takes center stage during Black History Month as BAD checks into the New Wave suite to perform “Medicine Show.”
FEEDBACK: A listener shares a theory on the motivation for the killing of two rappers and a friend that was discussed on last week’s show and Robin writes a follow-up to last week.DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line atmlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!
Your endorsement is very powerful!
Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6487bunker,detroit,dte,energy,forte,fox,free,generator,guns,hand,michigan,msu,prepper,press,shawn,shower,university,washing,will,windsortruefullhttps://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?post_type=episode&p=2537https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2023/02/02/bodies-found-in-highland-park-missing-rapper/69868389007/There was no sign of the rappers after their gig fizzled, but their car kept popping up all over Warren. Andrea tells ML and Shawn how police tracked it.Officially, police aren’t saying who killed the men. But Andrea thinks they know more than they’re saying. Listen to hear her explanation.Andrea was one of many Free Pres reporters who helped cover the aftermath of the shootings at MSU. She shares what it was like to speak to the family of one of the victims. It is a very moving and insightful experience you won’t want to miss.Our NIL MSU athlete Kaleena Kniess zooms in to discuss her column in the Free Press about what life has been like for students in the aftermath of the shootings at MSU. It’s a powerful piece you don’t want to miss. Here’s a link: https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2023/02/18/msu-campus-shooting-michigan-state-student/69911678007/

ML spent Friday night at The Nuthouse in Lansing – a real bar – checking out the future of the Michigan Republican Party. Then he spent Saturday watching Republicans pick their new leader. Here is what he saw:
https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2023/02/19/michigan-republicans-gather-at-the-nuthouse-before-picking-party-chair/69918611007/Shawn was at the Crisler Arena in Ann Arbor for the MSU-UM basketball game on Saturday night. Check out what he wrote:https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2023/02/18/michigan-state-shooting-michigan-basketball-rivalry-game-ann-arbor/69919364007/GEEK OF THE WEEKA man who attacked a police officer on Jan. 6 admits that he screwed up and is awaiting sentencing. That’s a felony rap. In the meantime, we sentence him to be our GOW.ROOM 7609For Black History Month Bad Brains check into the New Wave suite to perform “Sacred Love.”FEEDBACKMSU, Lincoln Navigators and more landed in our InBox last week. Listen and learn what is on our audience’s minds.DONATE OR SPONSOR USMake a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!LISTEN AND LEARNFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52805417Tue, 21 Feb 2023 19:49:31 +0000ML ElrickRappers who disappeared on the East Side turn up dead in Highland Park. Free Press reporter Andrea Sahouri tells Shawn and ML how it went down, while Marc is missing and Joe puts out a BOLO.STRAIGHT DOPEMarley Whoop, B12 and Juggs disappeared on Jan....https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2023/02/02/bodies-found-in-highland-park-missing-rapper/69868389007/There was no sign of the rappers after their gig fizzled, but their car kept popping up all over Warren. Andrea tells ML and Shawn how police tracked it.Officially, police aren’t saying who killed the men. But Andrea thinks they know more than they’re saying. Listen to hear her explanation.Andrea was one of many Free Pres reporters who helped cover the aftermath of the shootings at MSU. She shares what it was like to speak to the family of one of the victims. It is a very moving and insightful experience you won’t want to miss.Our NIL MSU athlete Kaleena Kniess zooms in to discuss her column in the Free Press about what life has been like for students in the aftermath of the shootings at MSU. It’s a powerful piece you don’t want to miss. Here’s a link: https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2023/02/18/msu-campus-shooting-michigan-state-student/69911678007/

ML spent Friday night at The Nuthouse in Lansing – a real bar – checking out the future of the Michigan Republican Party. Then he spent Saturday watching Republicans pick their new leader. Here is what he saw:
https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2023/02/19/michigan-republicans-gather-at-the-nuthouse-before-picking-party-chair/69918611007/Shawn was at the Crisler Arena in Ann Arbor for the MSU-UM basketball game on Saturday night. Check out what he wrote:https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2023/02/18/michigan-state-shooting-michigan-basketball-rivalry-game-ann-arbor/69919364007/GEEK OF THE WEEKA man who attacked a police officer on Jan. 6 admits that he screwed up and is awaiting sentencing. That’s a felony rap. In the meantime, we sentence him to be our GOW.ROOM 7609For Black History Month Bad Brains check into the New Wave suite to perform “Sacred Love.”FEEDBACKMSU, Lincoln Navigators and more landed in our InBox last week. Listen and learn what is on our audience’s minds.DONATE OR SPONSOR USMake a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!LISTEN AND LEARNFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCHSubscribe to the podcast at...]]>5579falsefullhttp://mlsoulofdetroit.com/episode/february-14-2023STRAIGHT DOPE: Another gunman, another massacre at a place where we thought our kids were safe. ML, Shawn and Marc talk about what they went through as parents, before connecting with some kids who were locked down in East Lansing.
Shawn’s son Sam and his roommate Patrick zoom in to give a firsthand account of what it was like to wait for the “all clear” while a gunman roamed MSU’s campus.
Misinformation was everywhere. Sam and Patrick tell what it was like to try and sort through the mess, while Marc, ML and Shawn talk about how the media handled the situation – and what it could have done better.
Marc asks ML and Shawn how they found out about the shootings, and what they did next.
Listen and learn how everyone with a loved one in East Lansing tried to keep up with the flow of information – and get our critique on how police responded to the crisis.
ML has no sympathy for the devil and calls out Wayne LaPierre, who he predicts has some very warm weather in his future.
Clark Park exceeded its fundraising goal. ML gives a special shoutout to the benefactor who jumpstarted the campaign. (Hint: It’s a name you’ll know.)
GEEK OF THE WEEK: The New York Times prints some news that’s not fit, adding “GOW” honors to their trophy case.
ROOM 7609: For Black History Month we book the superlative Ranking Roger of English Beat and General Public into the New Wave suite to perform General Public’s eponymous single.
FEEDBACK: Speculation on the status of a signature downtown structure and musing on the cost of listening to our free podcast fill our InBox.
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52730178Tue, 14 Feb 2023 19:31:09 +0000ML ElrickShawn’s son and his roommate recount what it was like to be on lockdown in East Lansing, where ML’s daughters also spent a harrowing night. STRAIGHT DOPE: Another gunman, another massacre at a place where we thought our kids were safe. ML, Shawn and...STRAIGHT DOPE: Another gunman, another massacre at a place where we thought our kids were safe. ML, Shawn and Marc talk about what they went through as parents, before connecting with some kids who were locked down in East Lansing.
Shawn’s son Sam and his roommate Patrick zoom in to give a firsthand account of what it was like to wait for the “all clear” while a gunman roamed MSU’s campus.
Misinformation was everywhere. Sam and Patrick tell what it was like to try and sort through the mess, while Marc, ML and Shawn talk about how the media handled the situation – and what it could have done better.
Marc asks ML and Shawn how they found out about the shootings, and what they did next.
Listen and learn how everyone with a loved one in East Lansing tried to keep up with the flow of information – and get our critique on how police responded to the crisis.
ML has no sympathy for the devil and calls out Wayne LaPierre, who he predicts has some very warm weather in his future.
Clark Park exceeded its fundraising goal. ML gives a special shoutout to the benefactor who jumpstarted the campaign. (Hint: It’s a name you’ll know.)
GEEK OF THE WEEK: The New York Times prints some news that’s not fit, adding “GOW” honors to their trophy case.
ROOM 7609: For Black History Month we book the superlative Ranking Roger of English Beat and General Public into the New Wave suite to perform General Public’s eponymous single.
FEEDBACK: Speculation on the status of a signature downtown structure and musing on the cost of listening to our free podcast fill our InBox.
DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!
LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!
SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5076berkey,detroit,east,free,hall,lansing,michigan,msu,news,press,shooting,spartans,state,unionfalsefullhttps://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/episode/kilpatrick-sorry-not-sorry-february-7-2023/
STRAIGHT DOPE: Kwame Kilpatrick told a judge he is a new man, so we seek the opinion of Mark Chutkow, the lead prosecutor in the racketeering case that sent Hizzoner away for 28 years.
Mark read all of Kilpatrick’s text messages. Hear what he learned – and whether they included any mention of a party at a certain mansion.
Kilpatrick told a judge he took responsibility for his deeds.
Tune in and hear him contradict himself in his own words, and what the judge had to say about it.Mark says the feds pretty much let Kilpatrick travel whenever and wherever he wants, prompting ML to share his theory about why Hizzoner wants Uncle Sam off his back.
Kilpatrick owes a lot of restitution. ML and Mark discuss who he owes, who he’s paid and where the money is coming from, while Marc questions why he isn’t required to pay more each month.
You can’t talk about Kilpatrick without referencing his suits: from lawsuits, to tailored suits.
Mark and ML share some of their favorite anecdotes.
A judge’s ruling prompted Fox 2 to turn to ML once again for his, er, wisdom. Watch the story here.
ML invites listeners to join him at a VIP whiskey tasting event. All you have to do is make a contribution by Feb. 9 to help the children of Detroit using this link.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A German countess who left a fortune to an unlikely heir is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: We’re featuring Black New Wave artists during Black History Month, starting with the Fine Young Cannibals playing a tune Kilpatrick could have written: “I’m Not the Man I Used to Be.”

FEEDBACK: Blur and billionaires fill our InBox.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52663169Tue, 07 Feb 2023 19:30:29 +0000ML ElrickKwame Kilpatrick says he’s changed, so ML and Marc ask an expert before discussing ML’s return to Fox 2, while Shawn deflects and Joe reflects. STRAIGHT DOPE: Kwame Kilpatrick told a judge he is a new man, so we seek the opinion of Mark Chutkow, the...
STRAIGHT DOPE: Kwame Kilpatrick told a judge he is a new man, so we seek the opinion of Mark Chutkow, the lead prosecutor in the racketeering case that sent Hizzoner away for 28 years.
Mark read all of Kilpatrick’s text messages. Hear what he learned – and whether they included any mention of a party at a certain mansion.
Kilpatrick told a judge he took responsibility for his deeds.
Tune in and hear him contradict himself in his own words, and what the judge had to say about it.Mark says the feds pretty much let Kilpatrick travel whenever and wherever he wants, prompting ML to share his theory about why Hizzoner wants Uncle Sam off his back.
Kilpatrick owes a lot of restitution. ML and Mark discuss who he owes, who he’s paid and where the money is coming from, while Marc questions why he isn’t required to pay more each month.
You can’t talk about Kilpatrick without referencing his suits: from lawsuits, to tailored suits.
Mark and ML share some of their favorite anecdotes.
A judge’s ruling prompted Fox 2 to turn to ML once again for his, er, wisdom. Watch the story here.
ML invites listeners to join him at a VIP whiskey tasting event. All you have to do is make a contribution by Feb. 9 to help the children of Detroit using this link.

GEEK OF THE WEEK: A German countess who left a fortune to an unlikely heir is this week’s geek.

ROOM 7609: We’re featuring Black New Wave artists during Black History Month, starting with the Fine Young Cannibals playing a tune Kilpatrick could have written: “I’m Not the Man I Used to Be.”

FEEDBACK: Blur and billionaires fill our InBox.

DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!

SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5058falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billionaire-bonanza-january-31-2023--52617232Billionaires want more millions to build downtown, so ML, Marc and Shawn ask an expert where the money is coming from — and what we’re being promised. Meanwhile, Joe plots his own course for world domination.



STRAIGHT DOPE: JC Reindl of the Detroit Free Press zooms in to explain how much the Ilitches and Steven Ross want in tax subsidies to build a $1.5 billion downtown development. Here’s a link to his story.



JC clears up the controversy over how much school and library tax money goes into these development deals – and it’s less than you’d think.



While ML and Marc quiz JC on the wisdom of diverting tax revenue to major projects, Shawn makes a surprising stand in defense of capitalist robber barons.



Detroit City Council will have a lot to say about whether the subsidies go through. ML recalls when JC and their colleague Dana Afana helped the city get a better deal by exposing some of the council's conflicts. Read all about it here.



As predicted in one of ML’s recent columns, the judge presiding over the Macomb County public corruption cases didn’t buy the rosy portrait of a kingpin Anthony Marrocco painted by prosecutors and Marrocco’s lawyer. Then the judge did something extraordinary. Read about it both of these recent On Guard columns.



Shawn made an embarrassing typo in his latest column. He fixed it, but you may still find something objectionable there.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says folks lost their heads over the beheading of a journalist. Pompeo wants to be president, but for now he’ll have to settle for Geek of the Week.



ROOM 7609: You love shoegazing. Who knew? Since we always try to give the people what they want, we book Suede into the New Wave suite and spend some time with the “Beautiful Ones.”



FEEDBACK: Musings on sports gambling and the 49ers amuse us this week.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”




Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2505Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:33:16 +0000ML ElrickBillionaires want more millions to build downtown, so ML, Marc and Shawn ask an expert where the money is coming from — and what we’re being promised. Meanwhile, Joe plots his own course for world domination. STRAIGHT DOPE:...Billionaires want more millions to build downtown, so ML, Marc and Shawn ask an expert where the money is coming from — and what we’re being promised. Meanwhile, Joe plots his own course for world domination.



STRAIGHT DOPE: JC Reindl of the Detroit Free Press zooms in to explain how much the Ilitches and Steven Ross want in tax subsidies to build a $1.5 billion downtown development. Here’s a link to his story.



JC clears up the controversy over how much school and library tax money goes into these development deals – and it’s less than you’d think.



While ML and Marc quiz JC on the wisdom of diverting tax revenue to major projects, Shawn makes a surprising stand in defense of capitalist robber barons.



Detroit City Council will have a lot to say about whether the subsidies go through. ML recalls when JC and their colleague Dana Afana helped the city get a better deal by exposing some of the council's conflicts. Read all about it here.



As predicted in one of ML’s recent columns, the judge presiding over the Macomb County public corruption cases didn’t buy the rosy portrait of a kingpin Anthony Marrocco painted by prosecutors and Marrocco’s lawyer. Then the judge did something extraordinary. Read about it both of these recent On Guard columns.



Shawn made an embarrassing typo in his latest column. He fixed it, but you may still find something objectionable there.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says folks lost their heads over the beheading of a journalist. Pompeo wants to be president, but for now he’ll have to settle for Geek of the Week.



ROOM 7609: You love shoegazing. Who knew? Since we always try to give the people what they want, we book Suede into the New Wave suite and spend some time with the “Beautiful Ones.”



FEEDBACK: Musings on sports gambling and the 49ers amuse us this week.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful!



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”5852falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/human-tragedy-january-24-2023--52617235 An Eastsider fighting human trafficking in the shadow of Mt. Everest joins ML and Marc to explain how he got involved in rescuing young women from a Nepalese coyotes while Joe sends a St. Bernard in search of Shawn.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Paul Fayad and Pem Sherpa take a break from rescuing young girls from human trafficking in Nepal to talk about their work for the Tsering Fund, which made a documentary about their work.



Paul has trekked all over the world, but tells ML and Marc when his travels took him to Nepal, he figured he had to do something about tragedy taking place in the majestic mountains. 



Pem runs a shop in Ann Arbor, but he grew up in Nepal. He and his wife have climbed Mt. Everest multiple times, and even exchanged vows on the summit. ML and Marc ask him what it’s like to see all the trash – and dead bodies – that litter the way. Find out what he says about what is being taken down from the mountain, and which you still see sticking up through the snow.



ML will emcee an event Monday, Jan. 30 at Windmill Pointe Park in Grosse Pointe Park at which Paul and Pem will show a documentary and discuss what we can do to fight human trafficking. It’s free, so please come out to see us! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The documentary will be shown at 6 p.m., followed by a Q&A ML will moderate. There will be food and beverages on hand, too. 



For more on how you can help Paul and Pem, check out the Tsering Fund here.



ML’s latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press calls out the feds for agreeing to let Macomb County corruption kingpin Anthony Marrocco plead guilty to a charge that only exposes him to a maximum of 16 months in prison. Read it here.



ML’s team finally won at his annual outdoor charity hockey event at Clark Park, so he’s hoping you’ll help him celebrate by making a donation because he’s nowhere close to reaching his fundraising goal. Use this link to learn more (and give).



GEEK OF THE WEEK: West Virginia Public Television may not win any journalism awards for messing with a reporter who told the truth, but they can at least celebrate winning our GOW trophy.



ROOM 7609: We shoegaze again this week as Blur checks into the New Wave suite with “There’s No Other Way.” We also invite listeners to send in their favorite pop song that samples or rips off a riff from a New Wave tune.



FEEDBACK: E-mail scandals, TV debuts and a cryptic critic takes a shot at ML.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!




Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2492Tue, 24 Jan 2023 16:12:09 +0000ML ElrickAn Eastsider fighting human trafficking in the shadow of Mt. Everest joins ML and Marc to explain how he got involved in rescuing young women from a Nepalese coyotes while Joe sends a St. Bernard in search of Shawn. STRAIGHT DOPE: Paul Fayad and... An Eastsider fighting human trafficking in the shadow of Mt. Everest joins ML and Marc to explain how he got involved in rescuing young women from a Nepalese coyotes while Joe sends a St. Bernard in search of Shawn.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Paul Fayad and Pem Sherpa take a break from rescuing young girls from human trafficking in Nepal to talk about their work for the Tsering Fund, which made a documentary about their work.



Paul has trekked all over the world, but tells ML and Marc when his travels took him to Nepal, he figured he had to do something about tragedy taking place in the majestic mountains. 



Pem runs a shop in Ann Arbor, but he grew up in Nepal. He and his wife have climbed Mt. Everest multiple times, and even exchanged vows on the summit. ML and Marc ask him what it’s like to see all the trash – and dead bodies – that litter the way. Find out what he says about what is being taken down from the mountain, and which you still see sticking up through the snow.



ML will emcee an event Monday, Jan. 30 at Windmill Pointe Park in Grosse Pointe Park at which Paul and Pem will show a documentary and discuss what we can do to fight human trafficking. It’s free, so please come out to see us! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The documentary will be shown at 6 p.m., followed by a Q&A ML will moderate. There will be food and beverages on hand, too. 



For more on how you can help Paul and Pem, check out the Tsering Fund here.



ML’s latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press calls out the feds for agreeing to let Macomb County corruption kingpin Anthony Marrocco plead guilty to a charge that only exposes him to a maximum of 16 months in prison. Read it here.



ML’s team finally won at his annual outdoor charity hockey event at Clark Park, so he’s hoping you’ll help him celebrate by making a donation because he’s nowhere close to reaching his fundraising goal. Use this link to learn more (and give).



GEEK OF THE WEEK: West Virginia Public Television may not win any journalism awards for messing with a reporter who told the truth, but they can at least celebrate winning our GOW trophy.



ROOM 7609: We shoegaze again this week as Blur checks into the New Wave suite with “There’s No Other Way.” We also invite listeners to send in their favorite pop song that samples or rips off a riff from a New Wave tune.



FEEDBACK: E-mail scandals, TV debuts and a cryptic critic takes a shot at ML.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!5204falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/train-to-nowhere-january-17-2023--52617274 The QLine is a billionaire’s boondoggle now funded with $85 million in tax dollars, so ML, Marc and Shawn dig into the history of the downtown streetcar with Bill Shea, who chronicled its rise from the asphalt, while Joe calls a cab.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Michigan legislators and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer agreed to give the privately-built and funded QLine $85 million in tax dollars to help keep it rolling for the next 17 years. ML dug into the deal in his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. The crew discusses in greater detail with Bill Shea, who wrote about it for Crain’s Detroit Business. Here’s a link to ML’s column.



Bill recalls some of the promises made about the QLine, and how they’ve been broken.



Where is the QLine going, where was it meant to go, and will it ever get there are just some of huge public policy issues debated this week.



ML and Bill discuss some of the billionaires who built the QLine, and how they stood to benefit from the rail line.



Shawn compares our public transportation dilemma to light rail in other cities, and offers a potential explanation for our shabby state of affairs.



Bill left Crain’s Detroit Business for The Athletic, where he covers sports media. He and Marc discuss why it’s sometimes so hard to find the games you’re looking for, as well as the uncertain future of broadcasters like Bally Sports Detroit.



ML invites you to the Clark Park Winter Carnival and his outdoor charity hockey games this Saturday, Jan. 21. The games are free, but he’s hoping you can make a donation to support kids in Detroit. Use this link to learn more (and give).



GEEK OF THE WEEK: When it comes to politics, ML is a good loser. This week’s geek is a very, very bad loser.



ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo books Detroit shoegazing band Majesty Crush into the New Wave suite to perform “No. 1 Fan,” which may also describe his status with the band.



FEEDBACK: Questions about arena playlists and tax incentives for billionaires are asked – and we answered!



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube channel Soul of Detroit. Then hit the bell so you’ll always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2479Tue, 17 Jan 2023 20:19:52 +0000ML ElrickThe QLine is a billionaire’s boondoggle now funded with $85 million in tax dollars, so ML, Marc and Shawn dig into the history of the downtown streetcar with Bill Shea, who chronicled its rise from the asphalt, while Joe calls a cab.... The QLine is a billionaire’s boondoggle now funded with $85 million in tax dollars, so ML, Marc and Shawn dig into the history of the downtown streetcar with Bill Shea, who chronicled its rise from the asphalt, while Joe calls a cab.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Michigan legislators and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer agreed to give the privately-built and funded QLine $85 million in tax dollars to help keep it rolling for the next 17 years. ML dug into the deal in his latest “On Guard” column for the Free Press. The crew discusses in greater detail with Bill Shea, who wrote about it for Crain’s Detroit Business. Here’s a link to ML’s column.



Bill recalls some of the promises made about the QLine, and how they’ve been broken.



Where is the QLine going, where was it meant to go, and will it ever get there are just some of huge public policy issues debated this week.



ML and Bill discuss some of the billionaires who built the QLine, and how they stood to benefit from the rail line.



Shawn compares our public transportation dilemma to light rail in other cities, and offers a potential explanation for our shabby state of affairs.



Bill left Crain’s Detroit Business for The Athletic, where he covers sports media. He and Marc discuss why it’s sometimes so hard to find the games you’re looking for, as well as the uncertain future of broadcasters like Bally Sports Detroit.



ML invites you to the Clark Park Winter Carnival and his outdoor charity hockey games this Saturday, Jan. 21. The games are free, but he’s hoping you can make a donation to support kids in Detroit. Use this link to learn more (and give).



GEEK OF THE WEEK: When it comes to politics, ML is a good loser. This week’s geek is a very, very bad loser.



ROOM 7609: Mr. Magoo books Detroit shoegazing band Majesty Crush into the New Wave suite to perform “No. 1 Fan,” which may also describe his status with the band.



FEEDBACK: Questions about arena playlists and tax incentives for billionaires are asked – and we answered!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: 6435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-more-leonard-january-10-2023--52617258 A Nazi rally, Cuba and a Mafia hotel are just a few of the places Gregg Sutter went while working for Elmore Leonard. Sutter tells ML, Marc and Shawn what it was like to work as a legman for the literary giant, while Joe experiences what it’s like to work for mental midgets.



STRAIGHT DOPE- With a special guest dialing in from Los Angeles to discuss bestselling author Elmore Leonard, Shawn instead steers the conversation toward the college football national championship which, coincidentally, was also in Los Angeles. Sheesh!



Gregg Sutter was an Oakland University student and Elmore Leonard fanboy when he reached out to Detroit’s greatest writer. He reveals how meeting Leonard turned into a career.



ML gives a quick overview of Leonard’s career, which Gregg expands on, including Leonard’s evolution from writer of westerns to Hollywood icon.



Gregg lists some of his favorite Leonard books that were turned into movies, while ML shares an anecdote he heard about Leonard’s frustration with Burt Reynolds.



A Nazi rally, Cuba and a Mafia hotel in Italy were just some of the places Gregg explored while working for Leonard. He tells more tales about what it was like to be a researcher for the legendary writer.



The conversation moves from supremely talented novelist to Supreme Court controversy – a discussion in which Shawn expresses shock at what he considers a rare case of ML enlightenment. Hurtful!



GEEK OF THE WEEK- ML may have become this week’s geek by recycling a geek. Or maybe not. Listen and let us know if your memory is better than Marc’s.



ROOM 7609- This week’s guest in the New Wave suite is SO sweet that Shawn risks a burst bladder. That’s the power of Elvis Costello’s “Watching the Detectives.”



FEEDBACK- An NRA member and college football fan agrees with ML, while another listener takes him down a peg for taking a national story and making it all about him.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US – Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2474Wed, 11 Jan 2023 20:10:15 +0000ML ElrickA Nazi rally, Cuba and a Mafia hotel are just a few of the places Gregg Sutter went while working for Elmore Leonard. Sutter tells ML, Marc and Shawn what it was like to work as a legman for the literary giant, while Joe experiences what it’s like to... A Nazi rally, Cuba and a Mafia hotel are just a few of the places Gregg Sutter went while working for Elmore Leonard. Sutter tells ML, Marc and Shawn what it was like to work as a legman for the literary giant, while Joe experiences what it’s like to work for mental midgets.



STRAIGHT DOPE- With a special guest dialing in from Los Angeles to discuss bestselling author Elmore Leonard, Shawn instead steers the conversation toward the college football national championship which, coincidentally, was also in Los Angeles. Sheesh!



Gregg Sutter was an Oakland University student and Elmore Leonard fanboy when he reached out to Detroit’s greatest writer. He reveals how meeting Leonard turned into a career.



ML gives a quick overview of Leonard’s career, which Gregg expands on, including Leonard’s evolution from writer of westerns to Hollywood icon.



Gregg lists some of his favorite Leonard books that were turned into movies, while ML shares an anecdote he heard about Leonard’s frustration with Burt Reynolds.



A Nazi rally, Cuba and a Mafia hotel in Italy were just some of the places Gregg explored while working for Leonard. He tells more tales about what it was like to be a researcher for the legendary writer.



The conversation moves from supremely talented novelist to Supreme Court controversy – a discussion in which Shawn expresses shock at what he considers a rare case of ML enlightenment. Hurtful!



GEEK OF THE WEEK- ML may have become this week’s geek by recycling a geek. Or maybe not. Listen and let us know if your memory is better than Marc’s.



ROOM 7609- This week’s guest in the New Wave suite is SO sweet that Shawn risks a burst bladder. That’s the power of Elvis Costello’s “Watching the Detectives.”



FEEDBACK- An NRA member and college football fan agrees with ML, while another listener takes him down a peg for taking a national story and making it all about him.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US – Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.comto find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4715falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-year-s-devolution-january-3-2023--52617260 ML, Marc and Shawn go from Big Game to big shame as their New Year’s resolutions fall apart even before they are made, while Joe resolves to look for a better gig.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn Windsor is a murderer. Honest. Listen and learn the whole story, with a reference to Terry O’Quinn thrown in.



ML has a new Christmas hat that only he is man enough to wear. Or so he claims. See for yourself at https://www.youtube.com/@MLSoulOfDetroit. While you're there, please subscribe and sign up for alerts so you'll always know when we go live.



A cranky Shawn returns from the desert, where he watched Marc’s championship dream turn into ML’s hater dream.



Just as it seems like Shawn is finally on ML’s side, a reference to the tallest troll in Ann Arbor turns the tide.



Marc leads a debate on the merits of Ohio State University’s presence in the college football playoff, while ML tries to make a case that MSU is the best team in the Big Ten because the Spartans beat TCU in a bowl game … a decade ago.



Damar Hamlin’s collapse during Monday night’s Buffalo Bills game shocked America. It also reminded ML of where he was when Jiri Fischer of the Red Wings collapsed on the ice. Then he tells a story that supports Shawn’s contention that ML tries to make everything about him.



The crew shares their New Year's resolutions, with some reluctance.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Paper, plastic, or Kevlar? A guy who answered that question by arming himself to the teeth for a trip to the local supermarket is this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: In yet another unintentional move to prove Shawn right, ML books local legends Electric Six into the New Wave suite to perform “Danger! High Voltage” after he went to see them on New Year’s Eve at the Magic Bag.



FEEDBACK: ML’s latest column, Mel Tucker’s contract and more were on your mind.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2444Tue, 03 Jan 2023 19:49:04 +0000ML ElrickML, Marc and Shawn go from Big Game to big shame as their New Year’s resolutions fall apart even before they are made, while Joe resolves to look for a better gig. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn Windsor is a murderer. Honest. Listen and learn the whole... ML, Marc and Shawn go from Big Game to big shame as their New Year’s resolutions fall apart even before they are made, while Joe resolves to look for a better gig.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn Windsor is a murderer. Honest. Listen and learn the whole story, with a reference to Terry O’Quinn thrown in.



ML has a new Christmas hat that only he is man enough to wear. Or so he claims. See for yourself at https://www.youtube.com/@MLSoulOfDetroit. While you're there, please subscribe and sign up for alerts so you'll always know when we go live.



A cranky Shawn returns from the desert, where he watched Marc’s championship dream turn into ML’s hater dream.



Just as it seems like Shawn is finally on ML’s side, a reference to the tallest troll in Ann Arbor turns the tide.



Marc leads a debate on the merits of Ohio State University’s presence in the college football playoff, while ML tries to make a case that MSU is the best team in the Big Ten because the Spartans beat TCU in a bowl game … a decade ago.



Damar Hamlin’s collapse during Monday night’s Buffalo Bills game shocked America. It also reminded ML of where he was when Jiri Fischer of the Red Wings collapsed on the ice. Then he tells a story that supports Shawn’s contention that ML tries to make everything about him.



The crew shares their New Year's resolutions, with some reluctance.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Paper, plastic, or Kevlar? A guy who answered that question by arming himself to the teeth for a trip to the local supermarket is this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: In yet another unintentional move to prove Shawn right, ML books local legends Electric Six into the New Wave suite to perform “Danger! High Voltage” after he went to see them on New Year’s Eve at the Magic Bag.



FEEDBACK: ML’s latest column, Mel Tucker’s contract and more were on your mind.



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LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6062falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dear-souly-december-27-2022--52617266 You have questions, we have answers. Or at least questionable advice. ML, Marc and Shawn pool their wisdom, while Joe considers referring them to the Employee Assistance Program.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Jackson once crooned: “Though it's oh so nice to get advice,It's oh so hard to do.” Well, maybe for some stuck-up English piano player. ML, Marc and Shawn have no problem teaching life lessons to people seeking good counsel.



A greedy sister-in-law, a mother-in-law trying to horn her way into the delivery room, a grandma going nuts because of a dietary issue are among the thorny topics our fearless trio tackle.



Shawn says he’d rather be cheated on than to have to pick up your socks. Or so it seems based on his reaction to a woman seeking guidance on how to deal with her slob boyfriend. All of which reminds ML of this scene from Tommy Boy.



After listening to the many questions the crew considers, you may conclude that there are a lot of lame people out there afraid to stand up to overbearing mates. And you’d be right. Listen and learn how common this phenomena seems to be.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Elon Musk has everything – including a (blue) check mark as this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: Christmas is over, which is a good thing, because it turns out the Psychedelic Fur’s “Come All Ye Faith” has as much holiday cheer as a stocking full of coal.



FEEDBACK: We made a New Year’s Resolution to share more of your great comments in 2023.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2406Tue, 27 Dec 2022 18:11:21 +0000ML ElrickYou have questions, we have answers. Or at least questionable advice. ML, Marc and Shawn pool their wisdom, while Joe considers referring them to the Employee Assistance Program. STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Jackson once crooned: “Though it's oh so nice to... You have questions, we have answers. Or at least questionable advice. ML, Marc and Shawn pool their wisdom, while Joe considers referring them to the Employee Assistance Program.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Jackson once crooned: “Though it's oh so nice to get advice,It's oh so hard to do.” Well, maybe for some stuck-up English piano player. ML, Marc and Shawn have no problem teaching life lessons to people seeking good counsel.



A greedy sister-in-law, a mother-in-law trying to horn her way into the delivery room, a grandma going nuts because of a dietary issue are among the thorny topics our fearless trio tackle.



Shawn says he’d rather be cheated on than to have to pick up your socks. Or so it seems based on his reaction to a woman seeking guidance on how to deal with her slob boyfriend. All of which reminds ML of this scene from Tommy Boy.



After listening to the many questions the crew considers, you may conclude that there are a lot of lame people out there afraid to stand up to overbearing mates. And you’d be right. Listen and learn how common this phenomena seems to be.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Elon Musk has everything – including a (blue) check mark as this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: Christmas is over, which is a good thing, because it turns out the Psychedelic Fur’s “Come All Ye Faith” has as much holiday cheer as a stocking full of coal.



FEEDBACK: We made a New Year’s Resolution to share more of your great comments in 2023.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4102falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/santa-exposed-december-20-2022--52617269 A Santa School graduate and instructor threatens to put Marc on the Naughty List, while ML, Shawn and Joe play nice.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Santa Michael shares lessons learned at the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School, the longest-running Santa School in the world, which is based in Midland.



There are all kinds of Santas – fat, skinny, bearded and clean-shaven. As a “professional Santa for Hire,” Michael gives us the inside dope on what makes a great Santa.



Santa says he uses some yellow dust, which ML says sounds a lot like the white powder some of his classmates at Grosse Pointe South used to consume.



Shawn tries stumping Santa, like some overgrown smart-aleck kid who knows he’s not getting that Red Rider air rifle – again. Does he succeed?



Marc cues up some Christmas tunes that make Santa’s belly shake like a bowl full of jelly. But is it with mirth – or rage?



Now that Shawn is back from furlough, ML takes his turn on unpaid leave, giving him plenty of time to pimp his latest column on the biggest scandal in the statehouse this year and to beg listeners to help prevent layoffs at the Free Press by subscribing using the link at the end of his column. Read it here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A royal pain in the arse is this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: While we’re dreaming of a white Christmas, who better than the man who brought us “White Wedding” to perform a holiday tune? So we welcome Billy Idol into the New Wave suite to perform “Silver Bells.”



FEEDBACK: A listener moved by Shawn’s furlough takes pity on us. Listen and find out how.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2402Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:00:00 +0000ML ElrickA Santa School graduate and instructor threatens to put Marc on the Naughty List, while ML, Shawn and Joe play nice. STRAIGHT DOPE: https://www.santaclausschool.com. https://clausandcompanyathome.com. Santa says he uses some yellow dust,... A Santa School graduate and instructor threatens to put Marc on the Naughty List, while ML, Shawn and Joe play nice.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Santa Michael shares lessons learned at the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School, the longest-running Santa School in the world, which is based in Midland.



There are all kinds of Santas – fat, skinny, bearded and clean-shaven. As a “professional Santa for Hire,” Michael gives us the inside dope on what makes a great Santa.



Santa says he uses some yellow dust, which ML says sounds a lot like the white powder some of his classmates at Grosse Pointe South used to consume.



Shawn tries stumping Santa, like some overgrown smart-aleck kid who knows he’s not getting that Red Rider air rifle – again. Does he succeed?



Marc cues up some Christmas tunes that make Santa’s belly shake like a bowl full of jelly. But is it with mirth – or rage?



Now that Shawn is back from furlough, ML takes his turn on unpaid leave, giving him plenty of time to pimp his latest column on the biggest scandal in the statehouse this year and to beg listeners to help prevent layoffs at the Free Press by subscribing using the link at the end of his column. Read it here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A royal pain in the arse is this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: While we’re dreaming of a white Christmas, who better than the man who brought us “White Wedding” to perform a holiday tune? So we welcome Billy Idol into the New Wave suite to perform “Silver Bells.”



FEEDBACK: A listener moved by Shawn’s furlough takes pity on us. Listen and find out how.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4098falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/missing-inaction-december-13-2022--52617233 Eyewitnesses contradict the official account of the Oxford High School shooting, as Free Press reporter Tresa Baldas tells ML and Marc, while Shawn is missing and Joe is action.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML updates listeners on Shawn’s whereabouts – and why it would REALLY help him and Shawn if you subscribed to the Free Press for 6 months for a measly buck. Use this link: https://subscribe.freep.com/offers



Tresa uncovers depositions in which Oxford High School teachers and counselors share their version of what happened on the day Ethan Crumbley went on a rampage. Turns out it’s VERY different from what we’ve been told. Here are links to her stories:



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2022/12/12/oxford-school-shooting-teachers-what-happened/69715851007/



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2022/12/09/oxford-school-officials-contradict-damning-narrative-about-crumbleys/69693167007/



ML did a favor for Tresa that he hopes will earn him some good will this holiday season. Listen and learn what it is. (P.S. This is safe for work.)



Marc explains his health predicament – and how it may never end!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: If you didn’t see crypto currency going south, you probably can’t predict who this week’s geek is, either.



ROOM 7609: Listener Michael books Weegie women Strawberry Switchblade into the New Wave suite to cover Dolly Parton’s “Jolene.”



FEEDBACK: UFO mystery solved, the Q Line and ML’s take on criminal justice fill this week’s InBox.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2392Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:43:25 +0000ML ElrickEyewitnesses contradict the official account of the Oxford High School shooting, as Free Press reporter Tresa Baldas tells ML and Marc, while Shawn is missing and Joe is action. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML updates listeners on Shawn’s whereabouts – and why... Eyewitnesses contradict the official account of the Oxford High School shooting, as Free Press reporter Tresa Baldas tells ML and Marc, while Shawn is missing and Joe is action.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML updates listeners on Shawn’s whereabouts – and why it would REALLY help him and Shawn if you subscribed to the Free Press for 6 months for a measly buck. Use this link: https://subscribe.freep.com/offers



Tresa uncovers depositions in which Oxford High School teachers and counselors share their version of what happened on the day Ethan Crumbley went on a rampage. Turns out it’s VERY different from what we’ve been told. Here are links to her stories:



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2022/12/12/oxford-school-shooting-teachers-what-happened/69715851007/



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/oakland/2022/12/09/oxford-school-officials-contradict-damning-narrative-about-crumbleys/69693167007/



ML did a favor for Tresa that he hopes will earn him some good will this holiday season. Listen and learn what it is. (P.S. This is safe for work.)



Marc explains his health predicament – and how it may never end!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: If you didn’t see crypto currency going south, you probably can’t predict who this week’s geek is, either.



ROOM 7609: Listener Michael books Weegie women Strawberry Switchblade into the New Wave suite to cover Dolly Parton’s “Jolene.”



FEEDBACK: UFO mystery solved, the Q Line and ML’s take on criminal justice fill this week’s InBox.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5010falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-ufo-show-december-6-2022--52617282 SOUL OF DETROIT



The UFO Show



12/6/2022



Episode #183



A UFO expert reveals the hottest spots in Michigan for close encounters, while ML and Shawn wonder whether Marc has been abducted and Joe is grateful there are no anal probes in sight.



STRAIGHT DOPE



Marc is missing, leaving Joe to run the show. Find out how he does, and what happened to our fearless co-leader — who may or may not be exploring the galaxy with the only green men Wolverines don't mind hanging out with these days.



Cheryl Costa, author of “UFOs in Michigan and Where to Find Them,” tells ML and Shawn about UFOs in Michigan … and where to find them.



UFO sightings are a lot more common than you might think, based on available statistics. Cheryl explains where there are probably even more sightings and close encounters than anyone knows.



Most of us have never seen one UFO. Cheryl has seen THREE. Find out where and when – and what they look like.



Just as cars ditched tail fins, UFOs change their body styles over time. Cheryl explains.



For more on Cheryl and her work, check out Neal Rubin’s column in the Detroit Free Press. Here’s a link: https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/neal-rubin/2022/12/01/ufo-sightings-in-michigan-guidebook/69687776007/



GEEK OF THE WEEK



 A federal jury hits the guy with the CARHITU billboards with a major conviction, so we put him on a billboard that says URGEEK



ROOM 7609



Listener John takes last month’s covers theme and beautifully mixes it with this month’s female New Wave band theme by suggesting Siouxsie and the Banshee’s version of “Dear Prudence.”



FEEDBACK



A listener asks whether ML has heard that Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is planning to leave the Manoogian Mansion, so he shares what he’s heard on the grapevine.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2379Tue, 06 Dec 2022 19:14:05 +0000ML ElrickSOUL OF DETROIT The UFO Show 12/6/2022 Episode #183 A UFO expert reveals the hottest spots in Michigan for close encounters, while ML and Shawn wonder whether Marc has been abducted and Joe is grateful there are no anal probes in... SOUL OF DETROIT



The UFO Show



12/6/2022



Episode #183



A UFO expert reveals the hottest spots in Michigan for close encounters, while ML and Shawn wonder whether Marc has been abducted and Joe is grateful there are no anal probes in sight.



STRAIGHT DOPE



Marc is missing, leaving Joe to run the show. Find out how he does, and what happened to our fearless co-leader — who may or may not be exploring the galaxy with the only green men Wolverines don't mind hanging out with these days.



Cheryl Costa, author of “UFOs in Michigan and Where to Find Them,” tells ML and Shawn about UFOs in Michigan … and where to find them.



UFO sightings are a lot more common than you might think, based on available statistics. Cheryl explains where there are probably even more sightings and close encounters than anyone knows.



Most of us have never seen one UFO. Cheryl has seen THREE. Find out where and when – and what they look like.



Just as cars ditched tail fins, UFOs change their body styles over time. Cheryl explains.



For more on Cheryl and her work, check out Neal Rubin’s column in the Detroit Free Press. Here’s a link: https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/neal-rubin/2022/12/01/ufo-sightings-in-michigan-guidebook/69687776007/



GEEK OF THE WEEK



 A federal jury hits the guy with the CARHITU billboards with a major conviction, so we put him on a billboard that says URGEEK



ROOM 7609



Listener John takes last month’s covers theme and beautifully mixes it with this month’s female New Wave band theme by suggesting Siouxsie and the Banshee’s version of “Dear Prudence.”



FEEDBACK



A listener asks whether ML has heard that Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is planning to leave the Manoogian Mansion, so he shares what he’s heard on the grapevine.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: 5150falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/whistleblower-november-29-2022--52617270 Oxford families deserve the truth, a former school board member tells ML, Marc and Shawn on the anniversary of Ethan Crumbley’s shooting rampage that killed four and left countless lives changed forever. Joe runs the show until Matt Riley makes the scene.



STRAIGHT DOPE



Former Oxford Community School District Treasurer Korey Bailey explains why he and Tom Donnelly resigned from the board. They claim the district has been lying to the public about how they handled warning signs about Crumbley.



ML recaps what we’ve been told about Ethan Crumbley and his parents on Nov. 30, 2021, a day that ended in a deadly rampage. Then he asks Korey to compare what school officials said about that day, and what Korey says was supposed to happen.



Korey and his attorney Bill Seikaly discuss what other communities can learn from the tragedy in Oxford.



Matt Riley pops in to talk about the legend of Killer Kowalski and how he inspired the annual Killer Cares charity fundraiser at The Lodge Bar and Grill in Keego Harbor, where ML and Marc will tend bar for tips.



ML reveals some of this worst purchases at the Killer Cares silent action and the one item he won but was almost too embarrassed to claim.



Here’s how to get involved in the Killer Cares charity event https://killercares.org/



If you listen to the show and are hearing some new ads that you don’t like, ML explains why you have only yourself to blame.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn thinks ML is being too harsh for naming a company Geek of the Week after they laid off 2,700 people just before Thanksgiving. The company notified workers with an email. The email was sent while they were sleeping. Really.



ROOM 7609: We wrap cover month with Marc’s favorite band covering ML’s favorite band as Radiohead checks into the New Wave suite to perform The Smith’s “Headmaster Ritual.”



FEEDBACK: What do ML and Mel Tucker have in common, other than the letters “M” and “L”? Listeners think they suck!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2366Tue, 29 Nov 2022 19:57:43 +0000ML ElrickOxford families deserve the truth, a former school board member tells ML, Marc and Shawn on the anniversary of Ethan Crumbley’s shooting rampage that killed four and left countless lives changed forever. Joe runs the show until Matt Riley makes the... Oxford families deserve the truth, a former school board member tells ML, Marc and Shawn on the anniversary of Ethan Crumbley’s shooting rampage that killed four and left countless lives changed forever. Joe runs the show until Matt Riley makes the scene.



STRAIGHT DOPE



Former Oxford Community School District Treasurer Korey Bailey explains why he and Tom Donnelly resigned from the board. They claim the district has been lying to the public about how they handled warning signs about Crumbley.



ML recaps what we’ve been told about Ethan Crumbley and his parents on Nov. 30, 2021, a day that ended in a deadly rampage. Then he asks Korey to compare what school officials said about that day, and what Korey says was supposed to happen.



Korey and his attorney Bill Seikaly discuss what other communities can learn from the tragedy in Oxford.



Matt Riley pops in to talk about the legend of Killer Kowalski and how he inspired the annual Killer Cares charity fundraiser at The Lodge Bar and Grill in Keego Harbor, where ML and Marc will tend bar for tips.



ML reveals some of this worst purchases at the Killer Cares silent action and the one item he won but was almost too embarrassed to claim.



Here’s how to get involved in the Killer Cares charity event https://killercares.org/



If you listen to the show and are hearing some new ads that you don’t like, ML explains why you have only yourself to blame.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn thinks ML is being too harsh for naming a company Geek of the Week after they laid off 2,700 people just before Thanksgiving. The company notified workers with an email. The email was sent while they were sleeping. Really.



ROOM 7609: We wrap cover month with Marc’s favorite band covering ML’s favorite band as Radiohead checks into the New Wave suite to perform The Smith’s “Headmaster Ritual.”



FEEDBACK: What do ML and Mel Tucker have in common, other than the letters “M” and “L”? Listeners think they suck!



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6807falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crimes-of-the-soul-november-22-2022--52617238 A junkie hooker and a professor meet in the Cass Corridor, what could go wrong? Best-selling author Lowell Cauffiel joins ML, Marc and Shawn to explain, while WSU grad Joe is glad Cass Corridor has come a long way since the 1980s.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show with a non sequitur. We’d tell you what it was, but there were so many we forget, so you’ll just have to listen.



Lowell Cauffiel was a reporter at the Detroit News when he heard the story about a Wayne State University professor who disappeared. His best-selling true crime book “Masquerade” tells the tale of obsession, deception and murder.



The murder of a WWJ anchor had ML thinking about “Masquerade,” so Lowell discusses the parallels he sees between the two cases.



You’d think a true crime author would be making a fortune, but Lowell says it’s a tough hustle. He talks about some of his other books, and how one case left him in clinical depression.



Lowell moved to LA to turn “Masquerade” into a screenplay. Along the way, he ended up with a true Hollywood family. Listen and learn who his famous kids are.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tells Shawn and Marc about a 39-year-old man child with a taste for mom’s money and business class plane tickets, but when he asks for their help determining which member of this family is a geek, he gets into a show family feud.



ROOM 7609: Listener Tim books The Lords of the New Church into the New Wave suite to perform CCR’s “Hey, Tonight,” as cover month continues.



FEEDBACK: Mel Tucker and an alleged cover-up in Flint that conjures memories of Kwame Kilpatrick’s fall dominate this week’s mail.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2354Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:31:48 +0000ML ElrickA junkie hooker and a professor meet in the Cass Corridor, what could go wrong? Best-selling author Lowell Cauffiel joins ML, Marc and Shawn to explain, while WSU grad Joe is glad Cass Corridor has come a long way since the 1980s. STRAIGHT DOPE:... A junkie hooker and a professor meet in the Cass Corridor, what could go wrong? Best-selling author Lowell Cauffiel joins ML, Marc and Shawn to explain, while WSU grad Joe is glad Cass Corridor has come a long way since the 1980s.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show with a non sequitur. We’d tell you what it was, but there were so many we forget, so you’ll just have to listen.



Lowell Cauffiel was a reporter at the Detroit News when he heard the story about a Wayne State University professor who disappeared. His best-selling true crime book “Masquerade” tells the tale of obsession, deception and murder.



The murder of a WWJ anchor had ML thinking about “Masquerade,” so Lowell discusses the parallels he sees between the two cases.



You’d think a true crime author would be making a fortune, but Lowell says it’s a tough hustle. He talks about some of his other books, and how one case left him in clinical depression.



Lowell moved to LA to turn “Masquerade” into a screenplay. Along the way, he ended up with a true Hollywood family. Listen and learn who his famous kids are.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML tells Shawn and Marc about a 39-year-old man child with a taste for mom’s money and business class plane tickets, but when he asks for their help determining which member of this family is a geek, he gets into a show family feud.



ROOM 7609: Listener Tim books The Lords of the New Church into the New Wave suite to perform CCR’s “Hey, Tonight,” as cover month continues.



FEEDBACK: Mel Tucker and an alleged cover-up in Flint that conjures memories of Kwame Kilpatrick’s fall dominate this week’s mail.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5594falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/questions-for-the-soul-november-15-2022--52617267 From a frozen embryo to rowdy neighbors to free spending in-laws, ML, Marc and Shawn tackle the tough questions, while Joe ponders out yonder.



STRAIGHT DOPE: The election is over, but the questions remain. The crew chews on what happened, and where we go from here.



Marc’s dad and ML had brushes with fame, even though they didn’t know it at the time. Find out which famous entertainers are bragging that they got to hang out with Mr. Fellhauer and Mr. Elrick.



ML tries out a potential new feature: “Ask the Soul,” in which the gang debates ponderous matters and offer specious solutions. The first mess they try and untangle involves a man and his ex-wife battling for possession of a frozen embryo. If you think that’s complicated, wait until you hear where they got the egg!



You may have first heard the name “Emoni Bates” on the podcast when Shawn called in from a high school gym where he was watching “the next LeBron James.” Bates’ career seemed to be off the rails — until last Friday. Read all about it here.



Depending who you ask, ML is a lick-spittle for the Democrats or the Republicans. Check out his latest column and judge for yourself.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: McDonald’s again toys with the emotions of a certain menu item voraciously devoured by Shawn and Marc, and that’s not cool!



ROOM 7609: Listener Craig books Simple Minds in the New Wave suite to perform The Call’s “When the Walls Came Down,” as part of cover month.



FEEDBACK: Isabella and her magic crayon are writing to the show again, leading the pack of listeners criticizing “Little Brother” ML.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2345Tue, 15 Nov 2022 20:03:21 +0000ML ElrickFrom a frozen embryo to rowdy neighbors to free spending in-laws, ML, Marc and Shawn tackle the tough questions, while Joe ponders out yonder. STRAIGHT DOPE: The election is over, but the questions remain. The crew chews on what happened, and... From a frozen embryo to rowdy neighbors to free spending in-laws, ML, Marc and Shawn tackle the tough questions, while Joe ponders out yonder.



STRAIGHT DOPE: The election is over, but the questions remain. The crew chews on what happened, and where we go from here.



Marc’s dad and ML had brushes with fame, even though they didn’t know it at the time. Find out which famous entertainers are bragging that they got to hang out with Mr. Fellhauer and Mr. Elrick.



ML tries out a potential new feature: “Ask the Soul,” in which the gang debates ponderous matters and offer specious solutions. The first mess they try and untangle involves a man and his ex-wife battling for possession of a frozen embryo. If you think that’s complicated, wait until you hear where they got the egg!



You may have first heard the name “Emoni Bates” on the podcast when Shawn called in from a high school gym where he was watching “the next LeBron James.” Bates’ career seemed to be off the rails — until last Friday. Read all about it here.



Depending who you ask, ML is a lick-spittle for the Democrats or the Republicans. Check out his latest column and judge for yourself.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: McDonald’s again toys with the emotions of a certain menu item voraciously devoured by Shawn and Marc, and that’s not cool!



ROOM 7609: Listener Craig books Simple Minds in the New Wave suite to perform The Call’s “When the Walls Came Down,” as part of cover month.



FEEDBACK: Isabella and her magic crayon are writing to the show again, leading the pack of listeners criticizing “Little Brother” ML.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5925falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-cheesy-november-8-2022--52617273 We dish up the origin story of Detroit pizza and look back on a TRIPLE beheading as Professor Tim Kiska of the Detroit History Podcast schools ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joe turns in a note from his mother allowing him to stay home.



STRAIGHT DOPE- ML battles elective dysfunction on election day by inviting Tim Kiska on to celebrate the fifth anniversary of his Detroit History Podcast.



Buddy’s, Cloverleaf or Shields? Which is the original Detroit pizza? Tim breaks down the debate.



It started with a van gushing blood, and ended with three bodies in bags, their heads and hands stuffed in separate bags. Tim tells the bloody tale, which involves the intersection of the Black and Italian mobs.



Shawn asks a quick question about Dearborn, leading to a lengthy discussion of the Detroit History Podcast back catalogue. Check it out for yourself here: https://detroithistorypodcast.com/



GEEK OF THE WEEK- The gatekeepers of the Baseball Hall of Fame who keep overlooking Lou Whitaker make our GOW Hall of Shame.



ROOM 7609- We kick off a month of great New Wave covers and honor Duran Duran’s admission to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Deftones cover of “The Chauffeur.”



FEEDBACK- ML puts some distance between himself and the Free Press editorial board before the MSU-UM debate flares up again.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2333Tue, 08 Nov 2022 19:47:12 +0000ML ElrickWe dish up the origin story of Detroit pizza and look back on a TRIPLE beheading as Professor Tim Kiska of the Detroit History Podcast schools ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joe turns in a note from his mother allowing him to stay home. STRAIGHT DOPE-... We dish up the origin story of Detroit pizza and look back on a TRIPLE beheading as Professor Tim Kiska of the Detroit History Podcast schools ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joe turns in a note from his mother allowing him to stay home.



STRAIGHT DOPE- ML battles elective dysfunction on election day by inviting Tim Kiska on to celebrate the fifth anniversary of his Detroit History Podcast.



Buddy’s, Cloverleaf or Shields? Which is the original Detroit pizza? Tim breaks down the debate.



It started with a van gushing blood, and ended with three bodies in bags, their heads and hands stuffed in separate bags. Tim tells the bloody tale, which involves the intersection of the Black and Italian mobs.



Shawn asks a quick question about Dearborn, leading to a lengthy discussion of the Detroit History Podcast back catalogue. Check it out for yourself here: https://detroithistorypodcast.com/



GEEK OF THE WEEK- The gatekeepers of the Baseball Hall of Fame who keep overlooking Lou Whitaker make our GOW Hall of Shame.



ROOM 7609- We kick off a month of great New Wave covers and honor Duran Duran’s admission to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Deftones cover of “The Chauffeur.”



FEEDBACK- ML puts some distance between himself and the Free Press editorial board before the MSU-UM debate flares up again.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US- Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-big-shame-november-1-2022--52617281 Eli Zaret discusses his Channel 4 documentary and the Big Shame that followed the Big Game in Ann Arbor, an altercation that spurred a verbal battle between ML, Shawn and Marc while Joey dials 9-1-1.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli Zaret discusses his epic two-part documentary on the rise and fall and rise of Channel 4. Find out whether ML makes a cameo.



One of the most fascinating characters Eli ever covered was Mark “The Bird” Fidrych. See a classic clip of the Bird by watching a replay of the live broadcast of our show on YouTube channel ML Elrick. (Please also subscribe and sign up for notifications so you’ll always know when we go live.)



ML argues that his Spartans put up a good fight in the first half of the Big Game last Saturday. No one agrees, until he says they got clobbered in the second half. Then ML tries to explain his position on the bad fight in the tunnel after the game. Again, no one agrees. But ML soldiers on!



The debate over the debacle in the tunnel heats up, as ML and Marc vehemently disagree on the significance of the “Little Brother” chant and whether it is more evidence that Wolverine fans are arrogant. Shawn says it’s all in good fun, and suggests a group hug (much like he did in his latest column).



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Red Wings have one of the best jerseys in all of sports, but Adidas keeps screwing it up! See their super geeky new sweaters here.



ROOM 7609: DJ Dan, perhaps anticipating this week’s theme, books Adam Ant and “Beat My Guest” in the New Wave suite.



FEEDBACK: ML responds to a couple conspiracy theorists who wrote to the show (only one of them used crayon).



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2322Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:07:49 +0000ML ElrickEli Zaret discusses his Channel 4 documentary and the Big Shame that followed the Big Game in Ann Arbor, an altercation that spurred a verbal battle between ML, Shawn and Marc while Joey dials 9-1-1. STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli Zaret discusses his epic... Eli Zaret discusses his Channel 4 documentary and the Big Shame that followed the Big Game in Ann Arbor, an altercation that spurred a verbal battle between ML, Shawn and Marc while Joey dials 9-1-1.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Eli Zaret discusses his epic two-part documentary on the rise and fall and rise of Channel 4. Find out whether ML makes a cameo.



One of the most fascinating characters Eli ever covered was Mark “The Bird” Fidrych. See a classic clip of the Bird by watching a replay of the live broadcast of our show on YouTube channel ML Elrick. (Please also subscribe and sign up for notifications so you’ll always know when we go live.)



ML argues that his Spartans put up a good fight in the first half of the Big Game last Saturday. No one agrees, until he says they got clobbered in the second half. Then ML tries to explain his position on the bad fight in the tunnel after the game. Again, no one agrees. But ML soldiers on!



The debate over the debacle in the tunnel heats up, as ML and Marc vehemently disagree on the significance of the “Little Brother” chant and whether it is more evidence that Wolverine fans are arrogant. Shawn says it’s all in good fun, and suggests a group hug (much like he did in his latest column).



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Red Wings have one of the best jerseys in all of sports, but Adidas keeps screwing it up! See their super geeky new sweaters here.



ROOM 7609: DJ Dan, perhaps anticipating this week’s theme, books Adam Ant and “Beat My Guest” in the New Wave suite.



FEEDBACK: ML responds to a couple conspiracy theorists who wrote to the show (only one of them used crayon).



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pumpkin-heads-october-25-2022--52617271 Frank Pumpkin zooms in while ML, Marc and Shawn put their gourds together to figure out who is going to win the Big Game, while Joe waits with Linus.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Frank Morse grew the biggest pumpkin in Michigan history. He zooms in to explain how he birthed the behemoth, which weighs more than 2,300 pounds.



How much would you paid for a magical seed? Frank provides us with some market insights that will blow your mind.



ML marvels how fans of powerhouse teams always seem to prepare for the worst, while Marc explains that it’s just cautious optimism.



Shawn, Marc and ML offer their predictions for the Big Game. Guess which host picked the Spartans?



We also discuss ML's pieces on Lee Chatfield and Bob Carmack.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML shares a question submitted to an advice columnist to get the crew’s take on who is the true geek.



ROOM 7609: ML plays “Let’s stump Shawn” … Listen and learn if he knew “Clockout” was a Devo tune.



FEEDBACK: When a judge offers to run MSU, a listener instead suggests a governor. And ML takes a merciless beating from a listener who said he “seems like a kind man…” and then lets him know how she REALLY feels.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2310Tue, 25 Oct 2022 18:23:38 +0000ML ElrickFrank Pumpkin zooms in while ML, Marc and Shawn put their gourds together to figure out who is going to win the Big Game, while Joe waits with Linus. STRAIGHT DOPE: Frank Morse grew the biggest pumpkin in Michigan history. He zooms in to explain... Frank Pumpkin zooms in while ML, Marc and Shawn put their gourds together to figure out who is going to win the Big Game, while Joe waits with Linus.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Frank Morse grew the biggest pumpkin in Michigan history. He zooms in to explain how he birthed the behemoth, which weighs more than 2,300 pounds.



How much would you paid for a magical seed? Frank provides us with some market insights that will blow your mind.



ML marvels how fans of powerhouse teams always seem to prepare for the worst, while Marc explains that it’s just cautious optimism.



Shawn, Marc and ML offer their predictions for the Big Game. Guess which host picked the Spartans?



We also discuss ML's pieces on Lee Chatfield and Bob Carmack.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML shares a question submitted to an advice columnist to get the crew’s take on who is the true geek.



ROOM 7609: ML plays “Let’s stump Shawn” … Listen and learn if he knew “Clockout” was a Devo tune.



FEEDBACK: When a judge offers to run MSU, a listener instead suggests a governor. And ML takes a merciless beating from a listener who said he “seems like a kind man…” and then lets him know how she REALLY feels.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5253falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/war-is-a-drag-october-18-2022--52617278 ML’s student who went to war in Ukraine is home and reporting back to ML, Shawn and Marc, while Joe huddles in his bunker.



STRAIGHT DOPE:Evelyn Aschenbrenner was teaching English in Poland when Russia invaded Ukraine. Unlike most of us, she dropped everything and joined the International Legion to help repel the invaders.



Evelyn describes life in a war zone, as well as how she and a host of other Americans rallied to the Ukrainian cause.



ML had never heard of buckwheat milk, until the conversation turned to life in a war zone. Now, you, too, can learn all about it!



What motivates someone to drop everything and join a crusade for liberty? Evelyn provides some first-hand insights.



Before joining the army, Evelyn got her kicks as a Drag King. Listen and learn how she got started.



Evelyn and Peg McNichol helped take down a predatory professor with an epic expose in Deadline Detroit. Read the first story in their series here



GEEK OF THE WEEK: You've never seen Winnie the Pooh like this before. And the people who are responsible are this week's geeks.



ROOM 7609: Evelyn has endured the trauma of being in ML’s class, exposing a creep and going to war, so she gets to “Party All Night” by booking A Certain Ratio into the New Wave suite.



FEEDBACK: Shawn gets a homework assignment. Find out whether he got it done. And more speculation about Mel Tucker’s money.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2299Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:13:33 +0000ML ElrickML’s student who went to war in Ukraine is home and reporting back to ML, Shawn and Marc, while Joe huddles in his bunker. STRAIGHT DOPE:Evelyn Aschenbrenner was teaching English in Poland when Russia invaded Ukraine. Unlike most of us, she... ML’s student who went to war in Ukraine is home and reporting back to ML, Shawn and Marc, while Joe huddles in his bunker.



STRAIGHT DOPE:Evelyn Aschenbrenner was teaching English in Poland when Russia invaded Ukraine. Unlike most of us, she dropped everything and joined the International Legion to help repel the invaders.



Evelyn describes life in a war zone, as well as how she and a host of other Americans rallied to the Ukrainian cause.



ML had never heard of buckwheat milk, until the conversation turned to life in a war zone. Now, you, too, can learn all about it!



What motivates someone to drop everything and join a crusade for liberty? Evelyn provides some first-hand insights.



Before joining the army, Evelyn got her kicks as a Drag King. Listen and learn how she got started.



Evelyn and Peg McNichol helped take down a predatory professor with an epic expose in Deadline Detroit. Read the first story in their series here



GEEK OF THE WEEK: You've never seen Winnie the Pooh like this before. And the people who are responsible are this week's geeks.



ROOM 7609: Evelyn has endured the trauma of being in ML’s class, exposing a creep and going to war, so she gets to “Party All Night” by booking A Certain Ratio into the New Wave suite.



FEEDBACK: Shawn gets a homework assignment. Find out whether he got it done. And more speculation about Mel Tucker’s money.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6927falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conspiracy-weary-october-11-2022--52617279 Lies sell better than ever, according to Andy Kroll, who debunks one of the most virulent conspiracies of recent times while ML, Marc and Shawn wonder why they never see Joe – and whether he’s just a voice in their heads.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Andy Kroll of ProPublica zooms in to discuss his book “A Death on W Street: The Murder of Seth Rich and the Age of Conspiracy” – but first ML asks him about the conspiracy Michigan Wolverines are always talking about: How the refs are out to get them!



Listen and learn about the role Julian Assange played in fanning the flames of a conspiracy stemming from the death of a minor Democratic Party official.



Conspiracies have been around forever, but Andy explains why they seem to be more popular than ever – and how by the time you realize you should ignore all the noise, it’s too late.



While the right wing seems to be pushing the most conspiracy theories, ML asks Andy to discuss the biggest scandal being pushed by the left.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Phooey on the feds who let Fat Leonard escape!



ROOM 7609: Keeping with this week’s theme, The Thompson Twins check into the New Wave suite to spread “Lies.”



FEEDBACK: Listeners are out to get MeL.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2289Tue, 11 Oct 2022 09:19:19 +0000ML ElrickLies sell better than ever, according to Andy Kroll, who debunks one of the most virulent conspiracies of recent times while ML, Marc and Shawn wonder why they never see Joe – and whether he’s just a voice in their heads. STRAIGHT DOPE: Andy Kroll... Lies sell better than ever, according to Andy Kroll, who debunks one of the most virulent conspiracies of recent times while ML, Marc and Shawn wonder why they never see Joe – and whether he’s just a voice in their heads.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Andy Kroll of ProPublica zooms in to discuss his book “A Death on W Street: The Murder of Seth Rich and the Age of Conspiracy” – but first ML asks him about the conspiracy Michigan Wolverines are always talking about: How the refs are out to get them!



Listen and learn about the role Julian Assange played in fanning the flames of a conspiracy stemming from the death of a minor Democratic Party official.



Conspiracies have been around forever, but Andy explains why they seem to be more popular than ever – and how by the time you realize you should ignore all the noise, it’s too late.



While the right wing seems to be pushing the most conspiracy theories, ML asks Andy to discuss the biggest scandal being pushed by the left.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Phooey on the feds who let Fat Leonard escape!



ROOM 7609: Keeping with this week’s theme, The Thompson Twins check into the New Wave suite to spread “Lies.”



FEEDBACK: Listeners are out to get MeL.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4830falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-days-at-memorial-october-4-2022--52617322 Forty-five people died at Memorial Hospital, a tragedy Pulitzer Prize winning reporter Sheri Fink documents in a best-selling book and new Apple TV+ series. She discusses her investigation with ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joey checks the date on the peanut butter in his bunker.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Sheri is a bonafide journalism rock star, so ML naturally starts off with a story about how her dad sued his dad many years ago in case that pitted ceramic figurines against sex toys.



Marc and ML pepper Sheri with questions about “Five Days at Memorial,” which is now an 8-episode series exploring the debate that has raged in the 17 years since Hurricane Katrina about whether doctors at Memorial Hospital in New Orleans killed patients who were deemed too sick to survive.



Before she was a reporter, Sheri was a doctor. And a PhD. And part of an international medical corps that treated patients in a Bosnian war zone. She discusses her career and how it prepared her for her epic investigation into the deaths at Memorial Hospital…or were they murders?



Sheri talks about lessons learned from the Memorial disaster, and how they could be applied from everything from the COVID-19 pandemic to Hurricane Ian.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: It’s time for Elon Musk to STFU!



ROOM 7609: Amazingly, we have never welcomed INXS into the New Wave suite. Talk about an “Original Sin!”



FEEDBACK: Shawn in a punchbowl, Room 7609 on Spotify and MSU vs. Everybody dominate this week’s mail.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2278Tue, 04 Oct 2022 17:14:01 +0000ML ElrickForty-five people died at Memorial Hospital, a tragedy Pulitzer Prize winning reporter Sheri Fink documents in a best-selling book and new Apple TV+ series. She discusses her investigation with ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joey checks the date on the... Forty-five people died at Memorial Hospital, a tragedy Pulitzer Prize winning reporter Sheri Fink documents in a best-selling book and new Apple TV+ series. She discusses her investigation with ML, Marc and Shawn, while Joey checks the date on the peanut butter in his bunker.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Sheri is a bonafide journalism rock star, so ML naturally starts off with a story about how her dad sued his dad many years ago in case that pitted ceramic figurines against sex toys.



Marc and ML pepper Sheri with questions about “Five Days at Memorial,” which is now an 8-episode series exploring the debate that has raged in the 17 years since Hurricane Katrina about whether doctors at Memorial Hospital in New Orleans killed patients who were deemed too sick to survive.



Before she was a reporter, Sheri was a doctor. And a PhD. And part of an international medical corps that treated patients in a Bosnian war zone. She discusses her career and how it prepared her for her epic investigation into the deaths at Memorial Hospital…or were they murders?



Sheri talks about lessons learned from the Memorial disaster, and how they could be applied from everything from the COVID-19 pandemic to Hurricane Ian.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: It’s time for Elon Musk to STFU!



ROOM 7609: Amazingly, we have never welcomed INXS into the New Wave suite. Talk about an “Original Sin!”



FEEDBACK: Shawn in a punchbowl, Room 7609 on Spotify and MSU vs. Everybody dominate this week’s mail.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heavy-duty-toilet-september-27-2022--52617290 ML shares a long but well-told story about a no-show judge while Marc and Shawn wonder where he was for the latest Spartan de-pantsing and Joe thanks his lucky stars he only needs a normal-size commode.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with a plug for NEXT WEEK’s show, when Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award winning author Sheri Fink joins the crew to discuss “Five Days at Memorial,” an outstanding limited series on Apple TV Plus.



For the second time in a month, ML tells a sordid tale about a misfit judge. He also reads every word in a quotation that wasn’t fit for print. Here’s a link to the full story.



A listener provides another piece of a puzzle involving the judge, her boyfriend, a $15,000 loan and Germany.



Shawn delves deep into how the Spartans’ woes will impact ML’s personal finances.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Forty-seven Minnesota not-so-nice people who stole $250 million that could have fed poor kids are this week’s geeks.



ROOM 7609: We don’t condone Sexual Harassment in any form – unless it’s the 80s band that sings “If I Gave You A Party.”



FEEDBACK: Troubles in East Lansing and Seattle vs. Detroit dominate this week’s feedback.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick. Sign up for notifications and alerts so that you always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2268Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:40:03 +0000ML ElrickML shares a long but well-told story about a no-show judge while Marc and Shawn wonder where he was for the latest Spartan de-pantsing and Joe thanks his lucky stars he only needs a normal-size commode. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with a plug for... ML shares a long but well-told story about a no-show judge while Marc and Shawn wonder where he was for the latest Spartan de-pantsing and Joe thanks his lucky stars he only needs a normal-size commode.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with a plug for NEXT WEEK’s show, when Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award winning author Sheri Fink joins the crew to discuss “Five Days at Memorial,” an outstanding limited series on Apple TV Plus.



For the second time in a month, ML tells a sordid tale about a misfit judge. He also reads every word in a quotation that wasn’t fit for print. Here’s a link to the full story.



A listener provides another piece of a puzzle involving the judge, her boyfriend, a $15,000 loan and Germany.



Shawn delves deep into how the Spartans’ woes will impact ML’s personal finances.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Forty-seven Minnesota not-so-nice people who stole $250 million that could have fed poor kids are this week’s geeks.



ROOM 7609: We don’t condone Sexual Harassment in any form – unless it’s the 80s band that sings “If I Gave You A Party.”



FEEDBACK: Troubles in East Lansing and Seattle vs. Detroit dominate this week’s feedback.



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick. Sign up for notifications and alerts so that you always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5165falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winless-in-seattle-september-20-2022--52617275 The ESPN/ABC producer who made a monkey out of ML zooms in before ML, Shawn and Marc quiz Free Press sports columnist Carlos Monarrez and Joe draws a circle around them.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML recounts his trip to Seattle to watch a football game and how he almost became a meme when network cameras caught him looking like a heartbroken puffer fish.



ESPN/ABC game producer Kim Belton zooms in to discuss how networks pick faces out of the crowd to feature on TV – and how his crew settled on ML.



Kim answers the frequently asked question about whether there was some kind of TV guy conspiracy between ML and ESPN/ABC to get his mug on national TV.



Marc asks Kim how he reacted to commentator RG3’s description of a play by Washington’s QB as “Big Penix Energy.” A discussion of other awkward TV moments follows.



As the conversation shifts to Carlos, Shawn leads a discussion designed to divine the “true Carlos.”



Carlos – eventually – answers the question of whether he is intentionally negative as part of a calculated campaign to pick up the mantle of the late Drew Sharp.



Marc coins a new term: “Shawnsplaining.”



Shawn unloads on the monarchy…even though his name is “Windsor.”



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Prince Charles FINALLY inherits the throne, then announces layoffs, causing us to crown him GOW.



ROOM 7609: The Sex Pistols trash the New Wave suite as we again mark the passing of Her Highness with an ironic selection, this time “God Save the Queen.”



FEEDBACK: We ran long, so feedback will return next week!



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2258Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:43:22 +0000ML ElrickThe ESPN/ABC producer who made a monkey out of ML zooms in before ML, Shawn and Marc quiz Free Press sports columnist Carlos Monarrez and Joe draws a circle around them. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML recounts his trip to Seattle to watch a football game and... The ESPN/ABC producer who made a monkey out of ML zooms in before ML, Shawn and Marc quiz Free Press sports columnist Carlos Monarrez and Joe draws a circle around them.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML recounts his trip to Seattle to watch a football game and how he almost became a meme when network cameras caught him looking like a heartbroken puffer fish.



ESPN/ABC game producer Kim Belton zooms in to discuss how networks pick faces out of the crowd to feature on TV – and how his crew settled on ML.



Kim answers the frequently asked question about whether there was some kind of TV guy conspiracy between ML and ESPN/ABC to get his mug on national TV.



Marc asks Kim how he reacted to commentator RG3’s description of a play by Washington’s QB as “Big Penix Energy.” A discussion of other awkward TV moments follows.



As the conversation shifts to Carlos, Shawn leads a discussion designed to divine the “true Carlos.”



Carlos – eventually – answers the question of whether he is intentionally negative as part of a calculated campaign to pick up the mantle of the late Drew Sharp.



Marc coins a new term: “Shawnsplaining.”



Shawn unloads on the monarchy…even though his name is “Windsor.”



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Prince Charles FINALLY inherits the throne, then announces layoffs, causing us to crown him GOW.



ROOM 7609: The Sex Pistols trash the New Wave suite as we again mark the passing of Her Highness with an ironic selection, this time “God Save the Queen.”



FEEDBACK: We ran long, so feedback will return next week!



DONATE OR SPONSOR US: Make a donation at mlsoulofdetroit.com or drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick. Sign up for notifications and alerts so that you always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5598falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-far-as-i-know-september-13-2022--52617280 Shawn reads a mean email before ML’s wife reads a mean email while Marc wonders whether he’s mean email-worthy and Joe is glad to be left out of the whole mess.



STRAIGHT DOPE: A Free Press reader, apparent Lions fan, and likely podcast listener, lights into Shawn about everything from his wardrobe to his verbiage, raising questions about “how subtle is too subtle?”



Tresa Baldas, ML and Shawn’s Free Press colleague, talks about some of her more controversial stories before Shawn pries some information about her relationship with ML. Check out these two recent reports



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2022/09/05/black-woman-sues-bank-casino-check/65469311007/



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/09/01/woman-says-wayne-county-airport-authority-fired-her-because-shes-white/65466878007/



Who deserves more credit on stories: Tresa or ML? Stories – long, and somewhat well-told – follow.



ML exposed a lying judge, then got sued by her son while the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission was exposing her lies. Read more about it here: 



https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2022/09/11/wayne-county-judge-tracy-green-elrick/67416301007/



Reporters will do almost anything to avoid being a witness in a legal proceeding. So how did ML end up on the witness stand? Listen and learn – as well as hear some sound bites from ML’s testimony.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The MSU Board of Trustees are this week’s geeks for a list of reasons that just keeps growing.



ROOM 7609: If you think about it, you don’t need us to tell what we’re going to play this week.



FEEDBACK: Shawn reads an email of questionable provenance while ML responds to a listener’s concerns about MSU.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2245Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:39:02 +0000ML ElrickShawn reads a mean email before ML’s wife reads a mean email while Marc wonders whether he’s mean email-worthy and Joe is glad to be left out of the whole mess. STRAIGHT DOPE: A Free Press reader, apparent Lions fan, and likely podcast listener,... Shawn reads a mean email before ML’s wife reads a mean email while Marc wonders whether he’s mean email-worthy and Joe is glad to be left out of the whole mess.



STRAIGHT DOPE: A Free Press reader, apparent Lions fan, and likely podcast listener, lights into Shawn about everything from his wardrobe to his verbiage, raising questions about “how subtle is too subtle?”



Tresa Baldas, ML and Shawn’s Free Press colleague, talks about some of her more controversial stories before Shawn pries some information about her relationship with ML. Check out these two recent reports



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2022/09/05/black-woman-sues-bank-casino-check/65469311007/



https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/09/01/woman-says-wayne-county-airport-authority-fired-her-because-shes-white/65466878007/



Who deserves more credit on stories: Tresa or ML? Stories – long, and somewhat well-told – follow.



ML exposed a lying judge, then got sued by her son while the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission was exposing her lies. Read more about it here: 



https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2022/09/11/wayne-county-judge-tracy-green-elrick/67416301007/



Reporters will do almost anything to avoid being a witness in a legal proceeding. So how did ML end up on the witness stand? Listen and learn – as well as hear some sound bites from ML’s testimony.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The MSU Board of Trustees are this week’s geeks for a list of reasons that just keeps growing.



ROOM 7609: If you think about it, you don’t need us to tell what we’re going to play this week.



FEEDBACK: Shawn reads an email of questionable provenance while ML responds to a listener’s concerns about MSU.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick. Sign up for notifications and alerts so that you always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: 5399falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/regrets-we-ve-had-a-few-september-6-2022--52617293 Shawn, Marc and ML discuss their brushes with the law while Joe takes the Fifth.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is down in the dumps as the audience expresses its unbridled love for Shawn. People can be so cruel!



Shawn tells more tales, including how his dalliance with a holy roller sucked Belvin into his love life.



Shawn messes with the law in Texas, then asks Marc and ML whether they’ve ever been arrested. Listen and learn.



Shawn continues to dominate the show, as the conversation turns to his latest column critical of major college football programs crushing the Little Sisters of Mercy to start their seasons. Read it here.



ML doesn’t like the new college football playoff plan. Marc and Shawn again dare to oppose him.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The federal law enforcement agency that investigated The Monkees is our GOW.



ROOM 7609: Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry casts a dark cloud over the New Wave suite as they check in to “Talk About the Weather.”



FEEDBACK: Student loan forgiveness, women’s rights, more Shawn love, we’ve got all that and more, so keep your emails coming to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2234Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:54:33 +0000ML ElrickShawn, Marc and ML discuss their brushes with the law while Joe takes the Fifth. STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is down in the dumps as the audience expresses its unbridled love for Shawn. People can be so cruel! Shawn tells more tales, including how his... Shawn, Marc and ML discuss their brushes with the law while Joe takes the Fifth.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is down in the dumps as the audience expresses its unbridled love for Shawn. People can be so cruel!



Shawn tells more tales, including how his dalliance with a holy roller sucked Belvin into his love life.



Shawn messes with the law in Texas, then asks Marc and ML whether they’ve ever been arrested. Listen and learn.



Shawn continues to dominate the show, as the conversation turns to his latest column critical of major college football programs crushing the Little Sisters of Mercy to start their seasons. Read it here.



ML doesn’t like the new college football playoff plan. Marc and Shawn again dare to oppose him.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The federal law enforcement agency that investigated The Monkees is our GOW.



ROOM 7609: Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry casts a dark cloud over the New Wave suite as they check in to “Talk About the Weather.”



FEEDBACK: Student loan forgiveness, women’s rights, more Shawn love, we’ve got all that and more, so keep your emails coming to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5344falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mr-belvin-air-august-30-2022--52617297 Shawn comes in late but hot with stories about the Amazing Belvin, his fighter pilot stepdad, while ML and Marc try to stay on target and Joe struggles to blow the canopy.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is late (even for Shawn), but steals the show with stories about Belvin, his kimono-wearing, fighter pilot stepfather who once bribed a cop when Shawn got caught driving 115 mph (which is the only speed that would have got him to the show on time).



Belvin had an owl. You’d think there isn’t much more to say about that … and you’d be wrong.



College football in Michigan kicks off this weekend. ML takes a shot at Jim Harbaugh’s ability to pick a quarterback, while Marc and Shawn harken back to great Wolverine signal-callers.



Blondie was in Detroit on Friday, prompting a discussion about whether the old days in New York and Detroit were better than today’s sanitized downtown.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Uncle Sam takes a hit for his indirect role in the cancellation of the new “Batgirl” film.



ROOM 7609: We interrupt our string of Dark Wave guests in the New Wave suit to let Blondie go “Atomic.”



FEEDBACK: Each of the guys gets a chance to read a letter. Let us know how they did with your own email to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick. Sign up for notifications and alerts so that you always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2227Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:35:30 +0000ML ElrickShawn comes in late but hot with stories about the Amazing Belvin, his fighter pilot stepdad, while ML and Marc try to stay on target and Joe struggles to blow the canopy. STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is late (even for Shawn), but steals the show with... Shawn comes in late but hot with stories about the Amazing Belvin, his fighter pilot stepdad, while ML and Marc try to stay on target and Joe struggles to blow the canopy.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn is late (even for Shawn), but steals the show with stories about Belvin, his kimono-wearing, fighter pilot stepfather who once bribed a cop when Shawn got caught driving 115 mph (which is the only speed that would have got him to the show on time).



Belvin had an owl. You’d think there isn’t much more to say about that … and you’d be wrong.



College football in Michigan kicks off this weekend. ML takes a shot at Jim Harbaugh’s ability to pick a quarterback, while Marc and Shawn harken back to great Wolverine signal-callers.



Blondie was in Detroit on Friday, prompting a discussion about whether the old days in New York and Detroit were better than today’s sanitized downtown.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Uncle Sam takes a hit for his indirect role in the cancellation of the new “Batgirl” film.



ROOM 7609: We interrupt our string of Dark Wave guests in the New Wave suit to let Blondie go “Atomic.”



FEEDBACK: Each of the guys gets a chance to read a letter. Let us know how they did with your own email to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick. Sign up for notifications and alerts so that you always know when we’re going to live or post new content!



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bull-fighter-august-23-2022--52617291 BREAKING NEWS: Minutes after we get a verdict in the Whitmer kidnap trial verdict, a former fed offers expert opinion while ML waits to talk about his latest column, Marc seeks legal guidance, Shawn shares a harrowing tale and Joe seeks justice.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Minutes after a jury convicted the ringleaders of the plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta discusses why it may have been easier for this jury to reach a decision.



The legal eagles discuss the difference between a conspiracy and entrapment, and ML makes some odd analogy to forming a band.



Our former fed offers insights into why the DOJ raided Mar-A-Lago, prompting a discussion of what should happen next.



Shawn recounts a harrowing traffic matter and reveals that he would make a lousy witness.



ML finally gets a chance to talk about his latest column, and what needs to happen to determine if former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield’s nonprofit is on par with former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s corrupt Kilpatrick Civic Fund. Check out ML’s latest here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A marine biologist misses a chance to work from home.



ROOM 7609: The New Wave Suite takes on a French flavor as Egoprisme checks in with “Once You Get There.”



FEEDBACK: ML is accused of being a sell out and a listener is bummed that WWJ told Roberta Jacina to get the hell out.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2217Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:38:43 +0000ML ElrickBREAKING NEWS: Minutes after we get a verdict in the Whitmer kidnap trial verdict, a former fed offers expert opinion while ML waits to talk about his latest column, Marc seeks legal guidance, Shawn shares a harrowing tale and Joe seeks justice.... BREAKING NEWS: Minutes after we get a verdict in the Whitmer kidnap trial verdict, a former fed offers expert opinion while ML waits to talk about his latest column, Marc seeks legal guidance, Shawn shares a harrowing tale and Joe seeks justice.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Minutes after a jury convicted the ringleaders of the plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta discusses why it may have been easier for this jury to reach a decision.



The legal eagles discuss the difference between a conspiracy and entrapment, and ML makes some odd analogy to forming a band.



Our former fed offers insights into why the DOJ raided Mar-A-Lago, prompting a discussion of what should happen next.



Shawn recounts a harrowing traffic matter and reveals that he would make a lousy witness.



ML finally gets a chance to talk about his latest column, and what needs to happen to determine if former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield’s nonprofit is on par with former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s corrupt Kilpatrick Civic Fund. Check out ML’s latest here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A marine biologist misses a chance to work from home.



ROOM 7609: The New Wave Suite takes on a French flavor as Egoprisme checks in with “Once You Get There.”



FEEDBACK: ML is accused of being a sell out and a listener is bummed that WWJ told Roberta Jacina to get the hell out.



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STRAIGHT DOPE: ML gives a quick recap on some of the more bizarre aspects of the Whitmer kidnap plot trial. He also wrote about the alleged ringleader of the plot and how mother didn’t know best in his latest “On Guard” column. Read it here.



Allan Lengel has been reporting on the FBI and federal law enforcement for over 30 years. He provides insights on why the feds went into Trump’s crib so aggressively.



There was a time when reporters and federal agents socialized. Allan discusses how that impacted newsgathering.



In D.C. and Detroit, Allan has covered some pretty amazing cases, including breaking the Chandra Levy story. He tells us the bizarre story of how it happened – and how justice never got done.



ML recaps the Lawlapalooza ALS event he and Derek Kevra emceed last week, which included a brush with a celebrity lawyer (who didn’t seem to have as great a sense of humor as you might think).



It’s Intern Patrick’s final day, so he gets his evaluation live on the air. He also tells us “What I Learned This Summer.”



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A guy accused of murdering a delivery man over duck sauce saves the taxpayers some money.



ROOM 7609: They’re not New, but they are Dark Wave, so ML books She Wants Revenge into the New Wave suite to play “Take You Apart.”



FEEDBACK: A transplanted Michigander casts his vote for the dry heat.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2203Tue, 16 Aug 2022 18:48:08 +0000ML ElrickFBI watcher Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit discusses the raid on Mar-A-Lago while ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick produce documents and Joe buries the good stuff in the cellar. STRAIGHT DOPE:... FBI watcher Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit discusses the raid on Mar-A-Lago while ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick produce documents and Joe buries the good stuff in the cellar.



STRAIGHT DOPE: ML gives a quick recap on some of the more bizarre aspects of the Whitmer kidnap plot trial. He also wrote about the alleged ringleader of the plot and how mother didn’t know best in his latest “On Guard” column. Read it here.



Allan Lengel has been reporting on the FBI and federal law enforcement for over 30 years. He provides insights on why the feds went into Trump’s crib so aggressively.



There was a time when reporters and federal agents socialized. Allan discusses how that impacted newsgathering.



In D.C. and Detroit, Allan has covered some pretty amazing cases, including breaking the Chandra Levy story. He tells us the bizarre story of how it happened – and how justice never got done.



ML recaps the Lawlapalooza ALS event he and Derek Kevra emceed last week, which included a brush with a celebrity lawyer (who didn’t seem to have as great a sense of humor as you might think).



It’s Intern Patrick’s final day, so he gets his evaluation live on the air. He also tells us “What I Learned This Summer.”



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A guy accused of murdering a delivery man over duck sauce saves the taxpayers some money.



ROOM 7609: They’re not New, but they are Dark Wave, so ML books She Wants Revenge into the New Wave suite to play “Take You Apart.”



FEEDBACK: A transplanted Michigander casts his vote for the dry heat.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6442falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weather-or-not-august-9-2022--52617323 Derek Kevra of Fox 2 and musician Max Prokop drop in to promote an ALS fundraiser while ML, Shawn, Marc, Intern Patrick and Kaleena bask in the reflected glow and Joe looks for his umbrella.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Derek joins the show right after getting off the air at Fox 2, only to be greeted by one of the many lame jokes every meteorologist endure. He deftly deflects and shares some of the other jibes he hears all the time.



Before he became a Weather Authority, Derek went to U-M and worked in Oregon and New Orleans. He recounts his career path, in between dispelling Marc’s weather myths.



ML and Derek, who used to work in adjoining offices at Fox 2, will be reunited Friday at the Magic Bag where they will emcee an ALS fundraiser. Here’s how to get tickets.



Max Prokop of Shasta Fox, The King’s English and The Smiths United explains how a bunch of lawyers who play in bands came together to create the ALS fundraiser known as LawLapalooza. Find out more at lawlapalooza.org



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A U.S. Senator who insists on preserving a tax loophole that benefits some of her biggest contributors is our GOW.



ROOM 7609: New Wave music takes a week off for the world premiere of a new video from The King’s English. You can also watch “Ill Gotten Gains” here.



FEEDBACK: You asked, so we answer questions about a former Pontiac mayor accused of misusing public funds and a major benefactor of a Michigan university who landed $100 million in taxpayer funds for a pet project.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2194Tue, 09 Aug 2022 19:07:13 +0000ML ElrickDerek Kevra of Fox 2 and musician Max Prokop drop in to promote an ALS fundraiser while ML, Shawn, Marc, Intern Patrick and Kaleena bask in the reflected glow and Joe looks for his umbrella. STRAIGHT DOPE: Derek joins the show right after getting... Derek Kevra of Fox 2 and musician Max Prokop drop in to promote an ALS fundraiser while ML, Shawn, Marc, Intern Patrick and Kaleena bask in the reflected glow and Joe looks for his umbrella.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Derek joins the show right after getting off the air at Fox 2, only to be greeted by one of the many lame jokes every meteorologist endure. He deftly deflects and shares some of the other jibes he hears all the time.



Before he became a Weather Authority, Derek went to U-M and worked in Oregon and New Orleans. He recounts his career path, in between dispelling Marc’s weather myths.



ML and Derek, who used to work in adjoining offices at Fox 2, will be reunited Friday at the Magic Bag where they will emcee an ALS fundraiser. Here’s how to get tickets.



Max Prokop of Shasta Fox, The King’s English and The Smiths United explains how a bunch of lawyers who play in bands came together to create the ALS fundraiser known as LawLapalooza. Find out more at lawlapalooza.org



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A U.S. Senator who insists on preserving a tax loophole that benefits some of her biggest contributors is our GOW.



ROOM 7609: New Wave music takes a week off for the world premiere of a new video from The King’s English. You can also watch “Ill Gotten Gains” here.



FEEDBACK: You asked, so we answer questions about a former Pontiac mayor accused of misusing public funds and a major benefactor of a Michigan university who landed $100 million in taxpayer funds for a pet project.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5853falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-fixed-politics-august-2-2022--52617325 On primary day, ML reminisces about his time as a candidate, while Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick debate how best to fix American politics, while Joe votes absentee.



STRAIGHT DOPE: One year ago, ML dialed in to the show from the campaign trail, where volunteers on his campaign for Detroit City Council were criticized for the way they looked.



Intern Patrick doesn’t vote, provoking a debate about whether it’s pointless to cast a ballot in America these days.



Shawn is all fired up that Christie Todd Whitman and Andrew Yang have launched a new third political party, which so far has only inspired ML to bust out his Ross Perot imitation.



DeShawn Watson has found a way back to the NFL, which has the crew debating crime, punishment and equal justice in a league where the bottom line is the bottom line.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: An Englishman passing gas for five years straight blames a ham roll.



ROOM 7609: The Rezillos take refuge in the New Wave suite from a “Flying Saucer Attack.”



FEEDBACK: A listener says ML’s latest column about how politicians use their birthday as a way to take your money seemed lazy. Judge for yourself here.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2184Tue, 02 Aug 2022 09:41:24 +0000ML ElrickOn primary day, ML reminisces about his time as a candidate, while Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick debate how best to fix American politics, while Joe votes absentee. STRAIGHT DOPE: One year ago, ML dialed in to the show from the campaign trail,... On primary day, ML reminisces about his time as a candidate, while Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick debate how best to fix American politics, while Joe votes absentee.



STRAIGHT DOPE: One year ago, ML dialed in to the show from the campaign trail, where volunteers on his campaign for Detroit City Council were criticized for the way they looked.



Intern Patrick doesn’t vote, provoking a debate about whether it’s pointless to cast a ballot in America these days.



Shawn is all fired up that Christie Todd Whitman and Andrew Yang have launched a new third political party, which so far has only inspired ML to bust out his Ross Perot imitation.



DeShawn Watson has found a way back to the NFL, which has the crew debating crime, punishment and equal justice in a league where the bottom line is the bottom line.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: An Englishman passing gas for five years straight blames a ham roll.



ROOM 7609: The Rezillos take refuge in the New Wave suite from a “Flying Saucer Attack.”



FEEDBACK: A listener says ML’s latest column about how politicians use their birthday as a way to take your money seemed lazy. Judge for yourself here.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4584falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rocket-matt-july-26-2022--52617286 Matt Bissonette has played bass for David Lee Roth, Brian Wilson, Rick Springfield and is now touring with Elton John. He tells ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick about his life in music, while Joey listens in … pianissimo.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Warren Mott High School graduate Matt Bissonette went from playing in his dad’s wedding band, to traveling the world as bass player for some of jazz and pop music’s biggest acts. He tells us all about his journey.



No other member of Elton John’s band is as close to the Piano Man as the bass player. Listen and learn about the moments they share that no one else can see.



Find out what Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson said to Matt when they first met.



A turning point in Matt’s life came during his tour with David Lee Roth and involved a room full of women. The same thing happened to ML while he was touring with Shawn.



Intern Patrick puts a name to the process that Matt says musical geniuses use. Shawn digs it.



Find out more about Matt and his music at www.mattbissonette.com



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Brett Favre makes the GOW HOF.



ROOM 7609: In honor of Elton John, Kate Bush checks into the New Wave suite to perform “Rocketman.” Fierce debate ensues.



FEEDBACK: A listener prompts a deeper dive into the feud between Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and last week’s guest, Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido. ML also discusses his latest "On Guard" column, in which he reveals the motivations behind some of the people spending millions in the 13th district congressional race. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2167Tue, 26 Jul 2022 18:44:35 +0000ML ElrickMatt Bissonette has played bass for David Lee Roth, Brian Wilson, Rick Springfield and is now touring with Elton John. He tells ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick about his life in music, while Joey listens in … pianissimo. STRAIGHT DOPE: Warren... Matt Bissonette has played bass for David Lee Roth, Brian Wilson, Rick Springfield and is now touring with Elton John. He tells ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick about his life in music, while Joey listens in … pianissimo.



STRAIGHT DOPE: Warren Mott High School graduate Matt Bissonette went from playing in his dad’s wedding band, to traveling the world as bass player for some of jazz and pop music’s biggest acts. He tells us all about his journey.



No other member of Elton John’s band is as close to the Piano Man as the bass player. Listen and learn about the moments they share that no one else can see.



Find out what Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson said to Matt when they first met.



A turning point in Matt’s life came during his tour with David Lee Roth and involved a room full of women. The same thing happened to ML while he was touring with Shawn.



Intern Patrick puts a name to the process that Matt says musical geniuses use. Shawn digs it.



Find out more about Matt and his music at www.mattbissonette.com



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Brett Favre makes the GOW HOF.



ROOM 7609: In honor of Elton John, Kate Bush checks into the New Wave suite to perform “Rocketman.” Fierce debate ensues.



FEEDBACK: A listener prompts a deeper dive into the feud between Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel and last week’s guest, Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido. ML also discusses his latest "On Guard" column, in which he reveals the motivations behind some of the people spending millions in the 13th district congressional race. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5719falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lucido-rules-july-19-2022--52617292 Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido fires back at critics as ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick try to get a word in edgewise, while Joe seeks leniency.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: When Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido offered ML a job as his spokesman, he vowed he would never decline to address a controversy. Well, he’s in the middle of a pickle – and he’s not backing down. Here’s some background.



Lucido inherited a prosecutor’s office in disarray after his predecessor was charged in state and federal court with felonies. ML recounts the fall of Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith.



ML asks Lucido if he found anything in the critical evaluation of his leadership style that he could use to make changes. Listen and learn what he says.



One of the allegations in the report is that Lucido treats women differently from men. Hear how he came up with the nickname “Double D” for the gatekeepers to his office.



The interview wraps with Lucido offering ML a job – and ML offering some free advice.



The crew also discusses ML’s latest column, which reveals how public officials used their position to get leniency for a colleague who tried to lure them into a bribery scheme.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Great Debate returns as the crew decides on this week’s Geek.



ROOM 7609: Tar Heel Chuck prescribes some “Camphor” from The Fixx to cure what ails the New Wave suite.



FEEDBACK: A great Barry Gordy story, differing opinions on ML’s latest column, and a cousin reaches across the Atlantic to reconnect.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2157Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:12:40 +0000ML ElrickMacomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido fires back at critics as ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick try to get a word in edgewise, while Joe seeks leniency. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: When Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido offered ML a job as his... Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido fires back at critics as ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick try to get a word in edgewise, while Joe seeks leniency.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: When Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido offered ML a job as his spokesman, he vowed he would never decline to address a controversy. Well, he’s in the middle of a pickle – and he’s not backing down. Here’s some background.



Lucido inherited a prosecutor’s office in disarray after his predecessor was charged in state and federal court with felonies. ML recounts the fall of Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith.



ML asks Lucido if he found anything in the critical evaluation of his leadership style that he could use to make changes. Listen and learn what he says.



One of the allegations in the report is that Lucido treats women differently from men. Hear how he came up with the nickname “Double D” for the gatekeepers to his office.



The interview wraps with Lucido offering ML a job – and ML offering some free advice.



The crew also discusses ML’s latest column, which reveals how public officials used their position to get leniency for a colleague who tried to lure them into a bribery scheme.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Great Debate returns as the crew decides on this week’s Geek.



ROOM 7609: Tar Heel Chuck prescribes some “Camphor” from The Fixx to cure what ails the New Wave suite.



FEEDBACK: A great Barry Gordy story, differing opinions on ML’s latest column, and a cousin reaches across the Atlantic to reconnect.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hitsville-s-o-d-july-12-2022--52617327 Motown HOF songwriter Mickey Stevenson takes ML, Marc, Shawn, Intern Patrick and Kaleena behind the scenes at Hitsville, U.S.A., while Joe keeps things humming.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Motown’s first A&R man Mickey Stevenson – fresh from induction to the Songwriters Hall of Fame – zooms in to tell the crew how Barry Gordy convinced him to work for $5 a day and all the chili he could eat.



Find out what Gordy told Mickey after he auditioned as a singer (spoiler alert: He was brutally frank).



What was it like to work in the same house as Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and many of the greatest artists you’ve listened to your entire life? Listen and learn from the man who made a lot of it happen.



Mickey tells us how, despite his better judgment, he helped launch Stevie Wonder’s career. It’s one of the most interesting stories ever told on our show!



Get an autographed copy of Mickey’s book at https://www.mickeystevenson.com/



Intern Patrick took Ukrainian refugees to Cedar Point, and found out that Artur understood a lot more than he let on!



Our former NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss has been making $100 a day off dogs and chickens. Find out how.



GEEK OF THE WEEK- Politicians who support crooked politicians are this week’s Geeks, and prompt ML to recount his latest expose on Brian Banks, the lawmaker and prolific lawbreaker.



ROOM 7609- A wistful ML invites Prefab Sprout to spend some time with him in the New Wave suite, satisfying his sentimentality and “Appetite.”



FEEDBACK- A frustrated electorate sounds off.



SPONSOR US- Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2147Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:54:34 +0000ML ElrickMotown HOF songwriter Mickey Stevenson takes ML, Marc, Shawn, Intern Patrick and Kaleena behind the scenes at Hitsville, U.S.A., while Joe keeps things humming. THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Motown’s first A&R man Mickey Stevenson – fresh from induction... Motown HOF songwriter Mickey Stevenson takes ML, Marc, Shawn, Intern Patrick and Kaleena behind the scenes at Hitsville, U.S.A., while Joe keeps things humming.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Motown’s first A&R man Mickey Stevenson – fresh from induction to the Songwriters Hall of Fame – zooms in to tell the crew how Barry Gordy convinced him to work for $5 a day and all the chili he could eat.



Find out what Gordy told Mickey after he auditioned as a singer (spoiler alert: He was brutally frank).



What was it like to work in the same house as Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and many of the greatest artists you’ve listened to your entire life? Listen and learn from the man who made a lot of it happen.



Mickey tells us how, despite his better judgment, he helped launch Stevie Wonder’s career. It’s one of the most interesting stories ever told on our show!



Get an autographed copy of Mickey’s book at https://www.mickeystevenson.com/



Intern Patrick took Ukrainian refugees to Cedar Point, and found out that Artur understood a lot more than he let on!



Our former NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss has been making $100 a day off dogs and chickens. Find out how.



GEEK OF THE WEEK- Politicians who support crooked politicians are this week’s Geeks, and prompt ML to recount his latest expose on Brian Banks, the lawmaker and prolific lawbreaker.



ROOM 7609- A wistful ML invites Prefab Sprout to spend some time with him in the New Wave suite, satisfying his sentimentality and “Appetite.”



FEEDBACK- A frustrated electorate sounds off.



SPONSOR US- Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5695falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/best-ones-yet-ml-sod-2022-july-5-2022--52617326 ML is one vacation this week. The almighty has bestowed the assembly of the show to his Intern Patrick. Enjoy these clips featuring Al Sobotka, Sam Riddle, and Ukrainian refugee Valeria


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2139Tue, 05 Jul 2022 17:18:03 +0000ML ElrickML is one vacation this week. The almighty has bestowed the assembly of the show to his Intern Patrick. Enjoy these clips featuring Al Sobotka, Sam Riddle, and Ukrainian refugee Valeria ML is one vacation this week. The almighty has bestowed the assembly of the show to his Intern Patrick. Enjoy these clips featuring Al Sobotka, Sam Riddle, and Ukrainian refugee Valeria


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3018falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/escape-from-ukraine-june-28-2022--52617312 A young woman who fled a war zone shares her harrowing tale with ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick, while Joe works for peace.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Valeriya Isakova recounts her flight from Ukraine with her family in February, after Russian troops invaded. It’s an amazing tale that took her through Europe to Tecumseh, Michigan.



Among the many things families left behind in Ukraine are the men. Valeriya’s dad was required to stay behind, and her grandfather chose to stay. Listen and find out why.



To contact Valeriya for information, for employment or to offer assistance, contact her at v.isakova9919@gmail.com.



Spartans are calling for ML’s head after his latest column. Read it and … weep?



ML is a panelist on a debate among Republican candidates for governor being held Thursday (6/30) in Warren that will be moderated by his friend and colleague Charlie Langton. He invited folks to get tickets, but it turns out it’s SOLD OUT! Sorry about that, Chief! You can still listen in on WWJ Newsradio 950.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Homers who can’t take the truth take the cake … and GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: Fiction Factory haunts the New Wave suite with “Ghost of Love.”



FEEDBACK: Spartans and Gilbert and City Council, oh my!



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2128Tue, 28 Jun 2022 19:13:10 +0000ML ElrickA young woman who fled a war zone shares her harrowing tale with ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick, while Joe works for peace. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Valeriya Isakova recounts her flight from Ukraine with her family in February, after Russian troops... A young woman who fled a war zone shares her harrowing tale with ML, Marc, Shawn and Intern Patrick, while Joe works for peace.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Valeriya Isakova recounts her flight from Ukraine with her family in February, after Russian troops invaded. It’s an amazing tale that took her through Europe to Tecumseh, Michigan.



Among the many things families left behind in Ukraine are the men. Valeriya’s dad was required to stay behind, and her grandfather chose to stay. Listen and find out why.



To contact Valeriya for information, for employment or to offer assistance, contact her at v.isakova9919@gmail.com.



Spartans are calling for ML’s head after his latest column. Read it and … weep?



ML is a panelist on a debate among Republican candidates for governor being held Thursday (6/30) in Warren that will be moderated by his friend and colleague Charlie Langton. He invited folks to get tickets, but it turns out it’s SOLD OUT! Sorry about that, Chief! You can still listen in on WWJ Newsradio 950.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Homers who can’t take the truth take the cake … and GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: Fiction Factory haunts the New Wave suite with “Ghost of Love.”



FEEDBACK: Spartans and Gilbert and City Council, oh my!



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6659falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/good-heads-june-21-2022--52617337 Marc is back from the Spam Museum and tells ML, Shawn and Marc about his visit to Mount Rushmore and other parts West, while Joe enjoys another staycation.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discusses his daughters’ Father’s Day gift for him: An urn big enough for a 200-pound man. ML’s weight? TWO HUNDRED POUNDS!!!



Marc asks ML and Shawn whether they want to be interred or incinerated when they die. A light-hearted discussion ensues.



Marc returns from his trip to Mount Rushmore and points West to regale the crew with tales of his trip to the Spam Museum and other Americana.



Dan Gilbert’s lobbyist raises questions about ML’s campaign fundraising, resulting in this column.



The Great Home Run Race of the 1990s has the crew reminiscing about great performances — and performance enhancements.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: An anti-vaxxer doctor who provided no assistance to a fallen police officer, but then raised $430,000 by hyping her actions on Jan. 6 gets 60 days in prison … and GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: The Names are the first Belgian band to check into the New Wave suite on the “Nightshift.”



FEEDBACK: Today’s debate over tax breaks for the Hudson’s project and controversy over the financing of Pine Knob 50 years ago dominate the discussion. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2120Tue, 21 Jun 2022 18:20:38 +0000ML ElrickMarc is back from the Spam Museum and tells ML, Shawn and Marc about his visit to Mount Rushmore and other parts West, while Joe enjoys another staycation. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discusses his daughters’ Father’s Day gift for him: An urn big enough... Marc is back from the Spam Museum and tells ML, Shawn and Marc about his visit to Mount Rushmore and other parts West, while Joe enjoys another staycation.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discusses his daughters’ Father’s Day gift for him: An urn big enough for a 200-pound man. ML’s weight? TWO HUNDRED POUNDS!!!



Marc asks ML and Shawn whether they want to be interred or incinerated when they die. A light-hearted discussion ensues.



Marc returns from his trip to Mount Rushmore and points West to regale the crew with tales of his trip to the Spam Museum and other Americana.



Dan Gilbert’s lobbyist raises questions about ML’s campaign fundraising, resulting in this column.



The Great Home Run Race of the 1990s has the crew reminiscing about great performances — and performance enhancements.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: An anti-vaxxer doctor who provided no assistance to a fallen police officer, but then raised $430,000 by hyping her actions on Jan. 6 gets 60 days in prison … and GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: The Names are the first Belgian band to check into the New Wave suite on the “Nightshift.”



FEEDBACK: Today’s debate over tax breaks for the Hudson’s project and controversy over the financing of Pine Knob 50 years ago dominate the discussion. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-kids-are-alright-june-14-2022--52617284



Marc is missing so college kids Kaleena and Patrick take over the show while ML and Shawn die slowly and Joey stays chill in his cryogenic chamber.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE



Marc is on special assignment, find out where he went and whose head he is looking for.



ML and his colleagues at the Detroit Free Press followed Dan Gilbert’s money and found a lot of it in the campaign war chests of city officials considering whether to approve his company’s $60 million tax break. Read all about it here: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/06/14/detroit-officials-who-decide-gilbert-deal-got-donations-2021/7617771001/



A candidate for judge who ML caught playing the name game in 2020 is back at it again, with a twist. Shawn wonders what’s the big deal, but you can check out the story and judge for yourself: https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2022/06/12/nicholas-john-bobak-hathaway-wayne-county-judge-election-wife-name/7569002001/



Shawn’s cousin, who was like a brother, passed from a dreadful disease. Kaleena and Patrick join in a discussion of life, death and “living in the moment.” Check out Shawn’s powerful column here: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2022/06/09/shawn-windsor-cousin-brady-gardner-frontotemporal-dementia/7561342001/



GEEK OF THE WEEK



Greedy golfers who place payouts over principle take this week’s Geek trophy.



ROOM 7609



Last week’s guest in the New Wave suite put ML in an early Cure state of mind, so he looks past all the trees for “A Forest.”



FEEDBACK



Jocelyn and John compete with Shawn for air time.



 SPONSOR US



Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



 LISTEN AND LEARN



Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH



Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2108Tue, 14 Jun 2022 18:36:05 +0000ML ElrickMarc is missing so college kids Kaleena and Patrick take over the show while ML and Shawn die slowly and Joey stays chill in his cryogenic chamber. THE STRAIGHT DOPE Marc is on special assignment, find out where he went and whose head he is...



Marc is missing so college kids Kaleena and Patrick take over the show while ML and Shawn die slowly and Joey stays chill in his cryogenic chamber.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE



Marc is on special assignment, find out where he went and whose head he is looking for.



ML and his colleagues at the Detroit Free Press followed Dan Gilbert’s money and found a lot of it in the campaign war chests of city officials considering whether to approve his company’s $60 million tax break. Read all about it here: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/06/14/detroit-officials-who-decide-gilbert-deal-got-donations-2021/7617771001/



A candidate for judge who ML caught playing the name game in 2020 is back at it again, with a twist. Shawn wonders what’s the big deal, but you can check out the story and judge for yourself: https://www.freep.com/story/news/columnists/ml-elrick/2022/06/12/nicholas-john-bobak-hathaway-wayne-county-judge-election-wife-name/7569002001/



Shawn’s cousin, who was like a brother, passed from a dreadful disease. Kaleena and Patrick join in a discussion of life, death and “living in the moment.” Check out Shawn’s powerful column here: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2022/06/09/shawn-windsor-cousin-brady-gardner-frontotemporal-dementia/7561342001/



GEEK OF THE WEEK



Greedy golfers who place payouts over principle take this week’s Geek trophy.



ROOM 7609



Last week’s guest in the New Wave suite put ML in an early Cure state of mind, so he looks past all the trees for “A Forest.”



FEEDBACK



Jocelyn and John compete with Shawn for air time.



 SPONSOR US



Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



 LISTEN AND LEARN



Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5499falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perfection-june-7-2022--52617336 ML gets stabbed – TWICE – to start the day, then gets needled by Marc and Shawn while Patrick counts the days til he gets his jaw broken and Joe is glad to be monitoring the situation from a remote location.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The show starts off with an appreciation for Adam Sandler’s “The Waterboy,” which ML says is just as good in French.



ML thought losing his race for Detroit City Council would allow him to sleep in when the East Side floods, but it turns out he was wrong. And that was just the FIRST trauma he experienced before the show!



There is one key question the crew wants answered about what Mayor Mike Duggan did when he found out about the latest federal investigation into city hall corruption. Find out what burning question we would ask if we caught up with Hizzoner.



Five of the 10 Republican candidates for governor got wiped out. ML discusses how they went down, while showing off some of his own petitions to get on the ballot. You can see them by subscribing to YouTube channel ML ELRICK.



Here’s a link to ML’s column on what the GOP candidates for governor – and other big shots – had to say about the candidates who got bamboozled and didn’t make the cut.



Shawn and Marc want to pay college athletes – and they don’t care what impact it has on amateur athletics. Or at least that’s how ML sees it.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: CEO should stand for Cashing Eating Ogres, or something like that. Now they can add GOW to their exalted initials.



ROOM 7609: Sad Lovers & Giants sounds like it could be the worst country song ever, but they’re just the New Wave band having “Colourless Dreams” in the New Wave suite this week.



FEEDBACK: Nobody did the write thing last week. And that’s just wrong!



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



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We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2099Tue, 07 Jun 2022 18:51:32 +0000ML ElrickML gets stabbed – TWICE – to start the day, then gets needled by Marc and Shawn while Patrick counts the days til he gets his jaw broken and Joe is glad to be monitoring the situation from a remote location. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The show starts off... ML gets stabbed – TWICE – to start the day, then gets needled by Marc and Shawn while Patrick counts the days til he gets his jaw broken and Joe is glad to be monitoring the situation from a remote location.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The show starts off with an appreciation for Adam Sandler’s “The Waterboy,” which ML says is just as good in French.



ML thought losing his race for Detroit City Council would allow him to sleep in when the East Side floods, but it turns out he was wrong. And that was just the FIRST trauma he experienced before the show!



There is one key question the crew wants answered about what Mayor Mike Duggan did when he found out about the latest federal investigation into city hall corruption. Find out what burning question we would ask if we caught up with Hizzoner.



Five of the 10 Republican candidates for governor got wiped out. ML discusses how they went down, while showing off some of his own petitions to get on the ballot. You can see them by subscribing to YouTube channel ML ELRICK.



Here’s a link to ML’s column on what the GOP candidates for governor – and other big shots – had to say about the candidates who got bamboozled and didn’t make the cut.



Shawn and Marc want to pay college athletes – and they don’t care what impact it has on amateur athletics. Or at least that’s how ML sees it.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: CEO should stand for Cashing Eating Ogres, or something like that. Now they can add GOW to their exalted initials.



ROOM 7609: Sad Lovers & Giants sounds like it could be the worst country song ever, but they’re just the New Wave band having “Colourless Dreams” in the New Wave suite this week.



FEEDBACK: Nobody did the write thing last week. And that’s just wrong!



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/detroit-tv-history-may-31-2022--52617341 A look back at Detroit’s biggest dance party reveals that ML might have made “The Scene,” though Shawn and Marc are skeptical, Patrick is on the DL and Joe is dancing in the dark.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Spencer was the program manager for WGPR, the first Black-owned and operated television station in America. He discusses the station’s origin — and how it overcame challenges.



How did WGPR — “Grosse Pointe Radio” — turn into the first Black radio and television station? Joe knows … and he’s telling all!



“Dr. Who” and “Dark Shadows” got their first airings on WGPR. Find out how else Joe filled out the schedule at his pioneering station.



“The Scene” was Detroit’s “Soul Train.” Find out why ML might have been mistaken in his adolescent assumption that he could have never made it on the show.



ML’s column on school shootings leads to a high caliber conversation with Marc, and Shawn, who opine on the need to try and stop the massacres. Read the column here.



Find out more about the history of WGPR here: http://wgprtvhistory.org/



To dig into what else Joe is cooking, check out: https://www.detroitgumbo.com/



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Word to the wise: If you’re going to write about how to get away with killing your husband, DON’T KILL YOUR HUSBAND. An author who should have known better is this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: Andy Fletcher’s untimely death has us looking back at Depeche Mode’s first single, “Dream on Me.”



FEEDBACK: Jocelyn/Joy triggers a lively discussion on crime and guns. Daniel explains why he took a week off.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2085Tue, 31 May 2022 18:44:06 +0000ML ElrickA look back at Detroit’s biggest dance party reveals that ML might have made “The Scene,” though Shawn and Marc are skeptical, Patrick is on the DL and Joe is dancing in the dark. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Spencer was the program manager for WGPR,... A look back at Detroit’s biggest dance party reveals that ML might have made “The Scene,” though Shawn and Marc are skeptical, Patrick is on the DL and Joe is dancing in the dark.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Joe Spencer was the program manager for WGPR, the first Black-owned and operated television station in America. He discusses the station’s origin — and how it overcame challenges.



How did WGPR — “Grosse Pointe Radio” — turn into the first Black radio and television station? Joe knows … and he’s telling all!



“Dr. Who” and “Dark Shadows” got their first airings on WGPR. Find out how else Joe filled out the schedule at his pioneering station.



“The Scene” was Detroit’s “Soul Train.” Find out why ML might have been mistaken in his adolescent assumption that he could have never made it on the show.



ML’s column on school shootings leads to a high caliber conversation with Marc, and Shawn, who opine on the need to try and stop the massacres. Read the column here.



Find out more about the history of WGPR here: http://wgprtvhistory.org/



To dig into what else Joe is cooking, check out: https://www.detroitgumbo.com/



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Word to the wise: If you’re going to write about how to get away with killing your husband, DON’T KILL YOUR HUSBAND. An author who should have known better is this week’s geek.



ROOM 7609: Andy Fletcher’s untimely death has us looking back at Depeche Mode’s first single, “Dream on Me.”



FEEDBACK: Jocelyn/Joy triggers a lively discussion on crime and guns. Daniel explains why he took a week off.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5771falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sam-riddle-me-this-may-24-2022--52617283 Sam Riddle and Monica Conyers were Detroit’s political power couple in the Awful Aughts, which landed both of them in prison. Sam joins ML, Marc, Shawn and Patrick to discuss his political comeback, while Joe takes tips on what to expect if he turns to a life of crime…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn comes back from his trip to the desert and shares the secrets he learned during this voyage of self-discovery … or something like that.



Sam went to prison for his role in a bribery scheme at the heart of Detroit’s culture of corruption. Now he’s running for Congress. He joins the crew to talk about his past and future.



Sam shares some insights into Monica Conyers, his one-time boss and partner in crime, and what he would have done if SHE had run for Congress.



Sam gives Shawn a hard time, and ML is LOVING it!



Sam talks about his long and accomplished career, as well as how it all went off the rails.



ML encourages everyone to spend $1 on a six-month subscription so you can read his column on Sam and Monica's problems and political prospects.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A guy who mistakenly received his village’s entire COVID relief fund lost the loot – and face – but won GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: We’re talking politics which is why Todd from Windsor’s suggestion that we book Re Flex into the New Wave suite to play “The Politics of Dancing” is so right-on …



FEEDBACK: You were prolific writers, so we’re prolific responders!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2076Tue, 24 May 2022 18:35:36 +0000ML ElrickSam Riddle and Monica Conyers were Detroit’s political power couple in the Awful Aughts, which landed both of them in prison. Sam joins ML, Marc, Shawn and Patrick to discuss his political comeback, while Joe takes tips on what to expect if he turns... Sam Riddle and Monica Conyers were Detroit’s political power couple in the Awful Aughts, which landed both of them in prison. Sam joins ML, Marc, Shawn and Patrick to discuss his political comeback, while Joe takes tips on what to expect if he turns to a life of crime…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn comes back from his trip to the desert and shares the secrets he learned during this voyage of self-discovery … or something like that.



Sam went to prison for his role in a bribery scheme at the heart of Detroit’s culture of corruption. Now he’s running for Congress. He joins the crew to talk about his past and future.



Sam shares some insights into Monica Conyers, his one-time boss and partner in crime, and what he would have done if SHE had run for Congress.



Sam gives Shawn a hard time, and ML is LOVING it!



Sam talks about his long and accomplished career, as well as how it all went off the rails.



ML encourages everyone to spend $1 on a six-month subscription so you can read his column on Sam and Monica's problems and political prospects.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A guy who mistakenly received his village’s entire COVID relief fund lost the loot – and face – but won GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: We’re talking politics which is why Todd from Windsor’s suggestion that we book Re Flex into the New Wave suite to play “The Politics of Dancing” is so right-on …



FEEDBACK: You were prolific writers, so we’re prolific responders!



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6116falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/deadliest-catch-may-17-2022--52617345 A man who fishes guns out of the Detroit River tells ML, Marc and Patrick us what else his magnet has attracted, while Joey utilizes his silencer …



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn is gone. Find out why … and where he is.



Jason Vanderwal, who started magnet fishing with his daughter to help clean up local waterways, has become obsessed with pulling objects from the muck. He tells all about how he got started — and what he’s found.



Yes, there are a lot of guns in the water. But it’s what Jason has found in Mountain Dew bottles that will really freak you out!



Jason tells us what it takes to become a magnet fisherman — and how you, too, can unlock the secrets of the deep!



If you’re hoping to uncover buried treasure, Jason explains why you’re better off with a metal detector.



Watch Jason in action and subscribe to his YouTube channel



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ML encourages everyone to spend $1 on a six-month subscription so you can read his latest column.



GEEK OF THE WEEK:What the hell is wrong with all these big-time golfers?!?



ROOM 7609:Remember when the mall was the center of it all? A listener brings us back to those days by recommending “Escalator of Life” by Robert Hazard and the Heroes. 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2067Tue, 17 May 2022 18:40:39 +0000ML ElrickA man who fishes guns out of the Detroit River tells ML, Marc and Patrick us what else his magnet has attracted, while Joey utilizes his silencer … THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn is gone. Find out why … and where he is. Jason Vanderwal, who started... A man who fishes guns out of the Detroit River tells ML, Marc and Patrick us what else his magnet has attracted, while Joey utilizes his silencer …



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn is gone. Find out why … and where he is.



Jason Vanderwal, who started magnet fishing with his daughter to help clean up local waterways, has become obsessed with pulling objects from the muck. He tells all about how he got started — and what he’s found.



Yes, there are a lot of guns in the water. But it’s what Jason has found in Mountain Dew bottles that will really freak you out!



Jason tells us what it takes to become a magnet fisherman — and how you, too, can unlock the secrets of the deep!



If you’re hoping to uncover buried treasure, Jason explains why you’re better off with a metal detector.



Watch Jason in action and subscribe to his YouTube channel



Watch US in action and subscribe to OUR YouTube channel.



ML encourages everyone to spend $1 on a six-month subscription so you can read his latest column.



GEEK OF THE WEEK:What the hell is wrong with all these big-time golfers?!?



ROOM 7609:Remember when the mall was the center of it all? A listener brings us back to those days by recommending “Escalator of Life” by Robert Hazard and the Heroes. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4410falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sixteen-scandals-may-10-2022--52617296 Our new intern and NIL athlete bring a fresh perspective while ML, Marc and Shawn wonder when they’re going to “Get off Drew’s lawn!” and Joey prepares to sweep up all the clippings …



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- We continue our adoration of Bill Paxton with a look back at some of his greatest films — interrupted only by a geography lesson from Professor Shawn.



Our Name, Image and Likeness athlete Kaleena Kneiss joins us for an update on what life is like for young, talented people … including a story about the guy who woke up in the doorway of her apartment building.



Help us welcome our first-ever intern Patrick Schmitz, who trots out his English accent.



ML, Shawn and Marc ask if John Hughes films should be cancelled … Prompting Kaleena and Patrick to ask: “Who is John Hughes?!?”



Shawn admonishes ML for not knowing whether you need to take a plane, train or automobile to get from Fort Worth to Dallas.



In the wake of the untimely death of Adreian Payne, former obituary writer ML and sportswriter Shawn weigh in on whether news coverage of the death of a prominent person should include any mention of unpleasantness in their past.



A Flint city councilwoman uses a word that ignited a debate over what she REALLY meant. We discuss. 



ML pimps his new column for the Free Press and encourages everyone to spend $1 on a six-month subscription. There’s a link at the end of his latest report.



GEEK OF THE WEEK- The Million Dollar Man is accused of cheating from poor folks in Mississippi, but also learns one of the best things in life that’s free is being named Geek of the Week.



ROOM 7609- “Long-time listener, first-time emailer” Christopher books Bill Paxton and his band Martini Ranch into the New Wave suite, where they ask the rhetorical question: “How Can the Labouring Man Find Time for Self-Culture?”



FEEDBACK- Listener Zoe wants to know!



SPONSOR US- Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2056Tue, 10 May 2022 18:43:21 +0000ML ElrickOur new intern and NIL athlete bring a fresh perspective while ML, Marc and Shawn wonder when they’re going to “Get off Drew’s lawn!” and Joey prepares to sweep up all the clippings … THE STRAIGHT DOPE- We continue our adoration of Bill Paxton... Our new intern and NIL athlete bring a fresh perspective while ML, Marc and Shawn wonder when they’re going to “Get off Drew’s lawn!” and Joey prepares to sweep up all the clippings …



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- We continue our adoration of Bill Paxton with a look back at some of his greatest films — interrupted only by a geography lesson from Professor Shawn.



Our Name, Image and Likeness athlete Kaleena Kneiss joins us for an update on what life is like for young, talented people … including a story about the guy who woke up in the doorway of her apartment building.



Help us welcome our first-ever intern Patrick Schmitz, who trots out his English accent.



ML, Shawn and Marc ask if John Hughes films should be cancelled … Prompting Kaleena and Patrick to ask: “Who is John Hughes?!?”



Shawn admonishes ML for not knowing whether you need to take a plane, train or automobile to get from Fort Worth to Dallas.



In the wake of the untimely death of Adreian Payne, former obituary writer ML and sportswriter Shawn weigh in on whether news coverage of the death of a prominent person should include any mention of unpleasantness in their past.



A Flint city councilwoman uses a word that ignited a debate over what she REALLY meant. We discuss. 



ML pimps his new column for the Free Press and encourages everyone to spend $1 on a six-month subscription. There’s a link at the end of his latest report.



GEEK OF THE WEEK- The Million Dollar Man is accused of cheating from poor folks in Mississippi, but also learns one of the best things in life that’s free is being named Geek of the Week.



ROOM 7609- “Long-time listener, first-time emailer” Christopher books Bill Paxton and his band Martini Ranch into the New Wave suite, where they ask the rhetorical question: “How Can the Labouring Man Find Time for Self-Culture?”



FEEDBACK- Listener Zoe wants to know!



SPONSOR US- Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/professor-perv-may-3-2022--52617295 The student journalist who exposed a predotory professor tells ML, Marc and Shawn how he did it, while Joey tries to wrap up his last homework project…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Sammy Sussman was a music major reviewing classical music for the University of Michigan student newspaper when he heard about a predator professor. Last month, that professor was sentenced to five years in federal prison. Sammy tells us the story behind the story.



It’s not easy to investigate your boss. Sammy discusses how his professors reacted when he put one of their own under the microscope.



The coverup is often worse than the crime. In this case, the crime Sammy uncovered was pretty bad. He discusses what else he found — and who knew what when.



ML finally gets back to work — just in time for someone to clean out his bank account after he deposited his first paycheck in 18 months. ML and Marc discuss the elements of the crime and speculate who may have been involved in the conspiracy.



Shawn loved every inch of ML’s first two columns. Oh, wait, that doesn’t sound good. Judge for yourself by reading here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK- The Member of Parliament who went online to check out tractors resigned after his detractors complained about his NSFW browsing.



ROOM 7609- The Other Two & You complete our series of New Order side projects checking into the New Wave suite with their ditty “Tasty Fish.”



FEEDBACK- Our exclusive interview with Zamboni driver Al Sobotka left some listeners pissed off at ML. Find out why.



SPONSOR US- Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2049Tue, 03 May 2022 18:44:40 +0000ML ElrickThe student journalist who exposed a predotory professor tells ML, Marc and Shawn how he did it, while Joey tries to wrap up his last homework project… THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Sammy Sussman was a music major reviewing classical music for the University... The student journalist who exposed a predotory professor tells ML, Marc and Shawn how he did it, while Joey tries to wrap up his last homework project…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Sammy Sussman was a music major reviewing classical music for the University of Michigan student newspaper when he heard about a predator professor. Last month, that professor was sentenced to five years in federal prison. Sammy tells us the story behind the story.



It’s not easy to investigate your boss. Sammy discusses how his professors reacted when he put one of their own under the microscope.



The coverup is often worse than the crime. In this case, the crime Sammy uncovered was pretty bad. He discusses what else he found — and who knew what when.



ML finally gets back to work — just in time for someone to clean out his bank account after he deposited his first paycheck in 18 months. ML and Marc discuss the elements of the crime and speculate who may have been involved in the conspiracy.



Shawn loved every inch of ML’s first two columns. Oh, wait, that doesn’t sound good. Judge for yourself by reading here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK- The Member of Parliament who went online to check out tractors resigned after his detractors complained about his NSFW browsing.



ROOM 7609- The Other Two & You complete our series of New Order side projects checking into the New Wave suite with their ditty “Tasty Fish.”



FEEDBACK- Our exclusive interview with Zamboni driver Al Sobotka left some listeners pissed off at ML. Find out why.



SPONSOR US- Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN- Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH- Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5553falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thin-ice-april-26-2022--52617313 Al Sobotka, the world’s most famous Zamboni driver, discusses his abrupt ouster, while ML, Shawn and Marc check their prostates and Joe schedules his first colonoscopy…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: After 51 years on the job, the Detroit Red Wings relieved Al Sobotka after he admitted to relieving himself in a drain. He tells us what happened, why he’s suing, and what he’s, er, pissed off.



All kinds of rumors are swirling around the drain about what happened. We ask Al to flush the false ones. Listen and learn.



Find out which legendary Red Wing called Al from Russia — and what advice Wayne “The Great One” Gretzky had to offer.



ML — FINALLY — got a job! Check out his latest here.



Read about the “Tragedy of Miguel Cabrera” — and who ML thinks is an even more cryptic Detroit sports figure



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Kwame Kilpatrick says he didn’t commit public corruption, despite being convicted fo 24 counts of … wait for it … PUBLIC CORRUPTION.



ROOM 7609: DJ Dan, who used to spin at The City Club, booked Pop Will Eat Itself into the New Wave suite to perform their Cyrus-inspired “Can U Dig It."



FEEDBACK: Have your say by writing us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2038Tue, 26 Apr 2022 17:10:46 +0000ML ElrickAl Sobotka, the world’s most famous Zamboni driver, discusses his abrupt ouster, while ML, Shawn and Marc check their prostates and Joe schedules his first colonoscopy… THE STRAIGHT DOPE: After 51 years on the job, the Detroit Red Wings relieved... Al Sobotka, the world’s most famous Zamboni driver, discusses his abrupt ouster, while ML, Shawn and Marc check their prostates and Joe schedules his first colonoscopy…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: After 51 years on the job, the Detroit Red Wings relieved Al Sobotka after he admitted to relieving himself in a drain. He tells us what happened, why he’s suing, and what he’s, er, pissed off.



All kinds of rumors are swirling around the drain about what happened. We ask Al to flush the false ones. Listen and learn.



Find out which legendary Red Wing called Al from Russia — and what advice Wayne “The Great One” Gretzky had to offer.



ML — FINALLY — got a job! Check out his latest here.



Read about the “Tragedy of Miguel Cabrera” — and who ML thinks is an even more cryptic Detroit sports figure



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Kwame Kilpatrick says he didn’t commit public corruption, despite being convicted fo 24 counts of … wait for it … PUBLIC CORRUPTION.



ROOM 7609: DJ Dan, who used to spin at The City Club, booked Pop Will Eat Itself into the New Wave suite to perform their Cyrus-inspired “Can U Dig It."



FEEDBACK: Have your say by writing us at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4884falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kick-balls-april-19-2022--52617318 While Dan Gilbert tried to buy an English soccer team, Detroit’s hometown team hit new heights … ML and Shawn welcome Sean Mann to discuss DCFC’s latest milestone, while Marc sits on the sideline and Joe vies for Man of the Match.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE



Regular guy Sean Mann and his Detroit City Futbol Club were here about five years before billionaire Dan Gilbert vowed to build a stadium and bring Major League Soccer to Detroit. About five years after Gilbert announced his plans, there’s still no stadium — and DCFC is bringing Major League Soccer to Detroit. We break it down.



ML asks Sean whether Gilbert’s bid for Chelsea FC — one of the most famous soccer teams in the world — means he’s abandoned his plans to start an MLS franchise in Detroit.



ML gives a history lesson on other magnificent projects that never got beyond the press conference and beautiful renderings stage. 



ML, Shawn and Sean discuss how DCFC ended up in yet another new league — this time just one level below Major League Soccer.



DCFC takes on the Columbus Crew of MLS, the soccer equivalent of the Toledo Mudhens taking on the Cincinnati Reds. Sean explains how it happened — and why it’s the talk of the soccer world!



GEEK OF THE WEEK



People who ate Lucky Charms called the feds after getting a tummy ache. What they hell did they expect from a box of sawdust and stale marshmallows?!?



ROOM 7609



Cockney Rebel and “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)” are good enough to rate a cover by Duran Duran and Erasure, so they’re good enough for the New Wave suite!



FEEDBACK



If you’re locked up for years then acquitted at trial, do the feds cut you a check? Should they cut you a check? You asked, we answer.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2026Tue, 19 Apr 2022 18:14:25 +0000ML ElrickWhile Dan Gilbert tried to buy an English soccer team, Detroit’s hometown team hit new heights … ML and Shawn welcome Sean Mann to discuss DCFC’s latest milestone, while Marc sits on the sideline and Joe vies for Man of the Match. THE STRAIGHT... While Dan Gilbert tried to buy an English soccer team, Detroit’s hometown team hit new heights … ML and Shawn welcome Sean Mann to discuss DCFC’s latest milestone, while Marc sits on the sideline and Joe vies for Man of the Match.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE



Regular guy Sean Mann and his Detroit City Futbol Club were here about five years before billionaire Dan Gilbert vowed to build a stadium and bring Major League Soccer to Detroit. About five years after Gilbert announced his plans, there’s still no stadium — and DCFC is bringing Major League Soccer to Detroit. We break it down.



ML asks Sean whether Gilbert’s bid for Chelsea FC — one of the most famous soccer teams in the world — means he’s abandoned his plans to start an MLS franchise in Detroit.



ML gives a history lesson on other magnificent projects that never got beyond the press conference and beautiful renderings stage. 



ML, Shawn and Sean discuss how DCFC ended up in yet another new league — this time just one level below Major League Soccer.



DCFC takes on the Columbus Crew of MLS, the soccer equivalent of the Toledo Mudhens taking on the Cincinnati Reds. Sean explains how it happened — and why it’s the talk of the soccer world!



GEEK OF THE WEEK



People who ate Lucky Charms called the feds after getting a tummy ache. What they hell did they expect from a box of sawdust and stale marshmallows?!?



ROOM 7609



Cockney Rebel and “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)” are good enough to rate a cover by Duran Duran and Erasure, so they’re good enough for the New Wave suite!



FEEDBACK



If you’re locked up for years then acquitted at trial, do the feds cut you a check? Should they cut you a check? You asked, we answer.



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THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Darren Beattie of Revolver News zooms in to lay out his theory that the Whitmer kidnapping plot and Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol were related, causing ML to challenge some of his assumptions.



Former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta takes issue with some of Darren’s hypotheses by shedding light on how federal investigations unfold.



The crew debates the merits of the evidence revealed during the Whitmer Kidnap Plot trial — and what role it played in the government’s failure to win convictions.



Will the feds try again to try the two defendants who were not acquitted? Bullotta talks strategy, while ML talks a lotta.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A U.S. senator takes on Mr. T. We pity the geek.



ROOM 7609: Peter Hook, the other half of the messy New Order divorce, checks into the New Wave suite with his band Revenge and “Pineapple Face.”



FEEDBACK: We give credit (or blame?) where credit (or blame?) is due for inspiring our conspiracy theorizing.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2015Tue, 12 Apr 2022 18:35:08 +0000ML ElrickA conspiracy theorist and a lawyer walk into a basement … ML and Marc inquire while Joe waits for the punchline. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Darren Beattie of Revolver News zooms in to lay out his theory that the Whitmer kidnapping plot and Jan. 6 assault... A conspiracy theorist and a lawyer walk into a basement … ML and Marc inquire while Joe waits for the punchline.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Darren Beattie of Revolver News zooms in to lay out his theory that the Whitmer kidnapping plot and Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol were related, causing ML to challenge some of his assumptions.



Former federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta takes issue with some of Darren’s hypotheses by shedding light on how federal investigations unfold.



The crew debates the merits of the evidence revealed during the Whitmer Kidnap Plot trial — and what role it played in the government’s failure to win convictions.



Will the feds try again to try the two defendants who were not acquitted? Bullotta talks strategy, while ML talks a lotta.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A U.S. senator takes on Mr. T. We pity the geek.



ROOM 7609: Peter Hook, the other half of the messy New Order divorce, checks into the New Wave suite with his band Revenge and “Pineapple Face.”



FEEDBACK: We give credit (or blame?) where credit (or blame?) is due for inspiring our conspiracy theorizing.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5260falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hunter-s-laptop-april-5-2022--52617294 A reporter who scrutinized Hunter Biden’s laptop data joins ML, Marc and Shawn as they untangle the twisted tale of the First Son’s device while Joe safeguards his own computer.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Craig Timberg was part of the Washington Post team that scrutinized the data pulled from Hunter Biden’s laptop. He details the Post’s efforts to obtain and verify the data.



ML draws comparisons between the Post’s efforts to verify what they found with the Free Press’ efforts to confirm the authenticity of Kwame Kilpatrick’s text messages.



Not everything found in the laptop data was put there by Hunter. Craig discusses who else left fingerprints.



ML and Marc try to get Craig to discuss what the Post could NOT verify. Listen and learn whether he spills the beans.



Did the Post catch Hunter and President Biden in a lie? ML thinks so. What was it — and what does Craig think?



Marc blames Twitter. ML, channeling Shawn, sees both sides.



Marc wonders why sources share info with certain media outlets instead of blasting everyone with it. ML offers an illustrative anecdote.



Shawn found a new British show he likes. A fulsome discussion ensues.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s geek imagined all kinds of fraud in the 2020 elections here in Michigan, only to have her 2022 campaign for office here in Michigan derailed after she committed an election fraud. 



ROOM 7609: ML got a New Order to feature a true New Wave band this week, so he booked Bad Lieutenant to play “Sink or Swim.”



FEEDBACK: Rob Parker draws fire and a recent 60 Minutes episode provokes a dynamic debate.



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=2004Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:31:08 +0000ML ElrickA reporter who scrutinized Hunter Biden’s laptop data joins ML, Marc and Shawn as they untangle the twisted tale of the First Son’s device while Joe safeguards his own computer. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Craig Timberg was part of the Washington Post team... A reporter who scrutinized Hunter Biden’s laptop data joins ML, Marc and Shawn as they untangle the twisted tale of the First Son’s device while Joe safeguards his own computer.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Craig Timberg was part of the Washington Post team that scrutinized the data pulled from Hunter Biden’s laptop. He details the Post’s efforts to obtain and verify the data.



ML draws comparisons between the Post’s efforts to verify what they found with the Free Press’ efforts to confirm the authenticity of Kwame Kilpatrick’s text messages.



Not everything found in the laptop data was put there by Hunter. Craig discusses who else left fingerprints.



ML and Marc try to get Craig to discuss what the Post could NOT verify. Listen and learn whether he spills the beans.



Did the Post catch Hunter and President Biden in a lie? ML thinks so. What was it — and what does Craig think?



Marc blames Twitter. ML, channeling Shawn, sees both sides.



Marc wonders why sources share info with certain media outlets instead of blasting everyone with it. ML offers an illustrative anecdote.



Shawn found a new British show he likes. A fulsome discussion ensues.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s geek imagined all kinds of fraud in the 2020 elections here in Michigan, only to have her 2022 campaign for office here in Michigan derailed after she committed an election fraud. 



ROOM 7609: ML got a New Order to feature a true New Wave band this week, so he booked Bad Lieutenant to play “Sink or Swim.”



FEEDBACK: Rob Parker draws fire and a recent 60 Minutes episode provokes a dynamic debate.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5291falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-jerry-spring-er-time-march-29-2022--52617288 Jerry Springer Show secrets dominate this week before ML and Marc fight with Shawn, which really seems like the fashionable way to interact these days while Joe keeps his peace.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: This week’s show begins with a mystery: Did ML really meet Kid Rock’s drummer at the Cadieux Cafe on Friday night? 



ML and Marc take you backstage for the Jerry Springer Show when they get Chris, who booked guests for the program, to spill some behind-the-scenes secrets.



Shawn zooms in from Lakeland, where he is checking in on Detroit Tigers spring training in between cheering for people who object to being told what kind of roughage to put on their burger.



The crew takes a deep dive into the lively — but peaceful — discussion of the Will Smith v. Chris Rock slap flap. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Before the Smith-Rock clash, a local school board president allegedly rained blows on a colleague, scoring a TKO — and GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: U2 have been called a lot of things, but New Wave? We grant them a 24-hour pass to the New Wave suite to play “Seconds.”



FEEDBACK: We address increases in newsstand prices and property taxes. 



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1994Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:19:08 +0000ML ElrickJerry Springer Show secrets dominate this week before ML and Marc fight with Shawn, which really seems like the fashionable way to interact these days while Joe keeps his peace. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: This week’s show begins with a mystery: Did ML... Jerry Springer Show secrets dominate this week before ML and Marc fight with Shawn, which really seems like the fashionable way to interact these days while Joe keeps his peace.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: This week’s show begins with a mystery: Did ML really meet Kid Rock’s drummer at the Cadieux Cafe on Friday night? 



ML and Marc take you backstage for the Jerry Springer Show when they get Chris, who booked guests for the program, to spill some behind-the-scenes secrets.



Shawn zooms in from Lakeland, where he is checking in on Detroit Tigers spring training in between cheering for people who object to being told what kind of roughage to put on their burger.



The crew takes a deep dive into the lively — but peaceful — discussion of the Will Smith v. Chris Rock slap flap. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Before the Smith-Rock clash, a local school board president allegedly rained blows on a colleague, scoring a TKO — and GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: U2 have been called a lot of things, but New Wave? We grant them a 24-hour pass to the New Wave suite to play “Seconds.”



FEEDBACK: We address increases in newsstand prices and property taxes. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/march-sadness-university-march-22-2022--52617319 Rob Parker replaces Shawn after ML and Marc catch up on the wild Whitmer kidnap plot trial while Joe says “Stop the (March) Madness!”



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML recaps the show’s first-ever remote podcast, where technical difficulties made him wonder whether he’s not lucky enough — or not Irish enough — to try this on St. Patrick’s Day.



“Big Dan” takes the stand in the Whitmer kidnap plot trial, and tells some wild tales about the alleged conspirators — including a plan to attach the governor to a kite. Seriously!



Eli McKown of The State News joins the crew to share his plan to beat the Michigan Daily at the cash register, since the S’News can’t beat them on the gridiron. You can join ML and help support student journalists by making a donation at www.statenews.com/donate



Rob Parker of Fox Sports says the Era of Izzo is over! Hear all about it on the show. Then read all about it here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Building construction has come a long way since some jokers built a tower in Pisa in the 11th Century, so how did the folks in San Francisco get it so wrong in 2009?



ROOM 7609: Listener Tim says Flock of Seagulls was more than a hair band, so we admit them to the New Wave suite to prove it with “Modern Love is Automatic.” 



FEEDBACK: Shawn is gone this week so the listeners want to talk about — what else? — SHAWN!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1982Tue, 22 Mar 2022 18:38:03 +0000ML ElrickRob Parker replaces Shawn after ML and Marc catch up on the wild Whitmer kidnap plot trial while Joe says “Stop the (March) Madness!” THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML recaps the show’s first-ever remote podcast, where technical difficulties made him wonder... Rob Parker replaces Shawn after ML and Marc catch up on the wild Whitmer kidnap plot trial while Joe says “Stop the (March) Madness!”



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML recaps the show’s first-ever remote podcast, where technical difficulties made him wonder whether he’s not lucky enough — or not Irish enough — to try this on St. Patrick’s Day.



“Big Dan” takes the stand in the Whitmer kidnap plot trial, and tells some wild tales about the alleged conspirators — including a plan to attach the governor to a kite. Seriously!



Eli McKown of The State News joins the crew to share his plan to beat the Michigan Daily at the cash register, since the S’News can’t beat them on the gridiron. You can join ML and help support student journalists by making a donation at www.statenews.com/donate



Rob Parker of Fox Sports says the Era of Izzo is over! Hear all about it on the show. Then read all about it here.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Building construction has come a long way since some jokers built a tower in Pisa in the 11th Century, so how did the folks in San Francisco get it so wrong in 2009?



ROOM 7609: Listener Tim says Flock of Seagulls was more than a hair band, so we admit them to the New Wave suite to prove it with “Modern Love is Automatic.” 



FEEDBACK: Shawn is gone this week so the listeners want to talk about — what else? — SHAWN!



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3717falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-suck-march-15-2022--52617333 Tom Izzo trolls Shawn, who gives ML and Marc the backstory, while Joe waits for coach to put him in!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Before the boys get to college basketball, they wax nostalgic for the hovels they inhabited in college. (Guess which one was the sullen housemate!)



Famously friendly Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo takes a shot at famously friendly Shawn Windsor during a post-game press conference. Shawn provides some context.



Marc questions the value of press conferences and locker room access, while Shawn and ML advocate for access to athletes.



Fans can get awfully nasty. The crew discusses when and whether it’s acceptable to boo — and Shawn serves notice to anyone who would mess with the person serving his Filet O Fish.



Naomi Osaka: Winner … or whiner?



Join ML Thursday, 3/17 from noon to 2 pm for St. Paddy at the Caddy, a fun-filled St. Patrick’s day celebration at the Cadieux Cafe. Details: www.cadieuxcafe.com



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Our geek is the superintendent who showed that entertaining kids isn’t all it’s cracked up to be by firing an assistant principal who read “I Need A New Butt” to second-graders. 



ROOM 7609: Tod says Kingbees are New Wave rockabilly. Listen to their “Man Made For Love” and decide for yourself.



FEEDBACK: Juwan Howard, Detroit developments, the most expensive home in Detroit and March Madness predictions dominate this week’s audience-driven discussion.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1969Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:25:39 +0000ML ElrickTom Izzo trolls Shawn, who gives ML and Marc the backstory, while Joe waits for coach to put him in! THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Before the boys get to college basketball, they wax nostalgic for the hovels they inhabited in college. (Guess which one was... Tom Izzo trolls Shawn, who gives ML and Marc the backstory, while Joe waits for coach to put him in!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Before the boys get to college basketball, they wax nostalgic for the hovels they inhabited in college. (Guess which one was the sullen housemate!)



Famously friendly Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo takes a shot at famously friendly Shawn Windsor during a post-game press conference. Shawn provides some context.



Marc questions the value of press conferences and locker room access, while Shawn and ML advocate for access to athletes.



Fans can get awfully nasty. The crew discusses when and whether it’s acceptable to boo — and Shawn serves notice to anyone who would mess with the person serving his Filet O Fish.



Naomi Osaka: Winner … or whiner?



Join ML Thursday, 3/17 from noon to 2 pm for St. Paddy at the Caddy, a fun-filled St. Patrick’s day celebration at the Cadieux Cafe. Details: www.cadieuxcafe.com



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Our geek is the superintendent who showed that entertaining kids isn’t all it’s cracked up to be by firing an assistant principal who read “I Need A New Butt” to second-graders. 



ROOM 7609: Tod says Kingbees are New Wave rockabilly. Listen to their “Man Made For Love” and decide for yourself.



FEEDBACK: Juwan Howard, Detroit developments, the most expensive home in Detroit and March Madness predictions dominate this week’s audience-driven discussion.



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: J-U-S-T as ML begins unraveling the tangled web that is the Whitmer kidnapping conspiracy trial, Shawn takes the boys on a wild ride that somehow involves Gene Hackman.* As ML describes some of the problems FBI agents and informants have created for the prosecution, Shawn invites Marc to his funeral and mounts a vigorous defense of swinger parties.* After countless digressions, an exhausted and peripatetic Shawn pauses, allowing ML and Marc to discuss the sketchy feds and defendants in one of the most sprawling and complicated domestic terrorism cases in America.* If you’re still looking for a St. Patrick’s day plan, consider joining ML and Joe Zuver, the SOD Man of Mystery, at the Cadieux Cafe from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 17. www.cadieuxcafe.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Once again, someone pointing his finger at everyone else finds out that leaves him with three fingers pointing back at him (while his thumb just kind of sits there). Find out which M&M is this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: ML teases ahead to Tod(d) month before inviting Sting into the New Wave suite to perform his especially apropos “Russians” before Shawn takes over again.* FEEDBACK: Wag the Dog. A double standard. And a pugilistic coach. It was on your minds, so it’s on our tongues. (Wait, that didn’t sound good…) * SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1957Tue, 08 Mar 2022 19:19:45 +0000ML ElrickShawn hijacks the show, just one of many conspiracies ML and Marc discuss while Joe debates whether to turn state’s evidence. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: J-U-S-T as ML begins unraveling the tangled web that is the Whitmer kidnapping conspiracy trial,... Shawn hijacks the show, just one of many conspiracies ML and Marc discuss while Joe debates whether to turn state’s evidence.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: J-U-S-T as ML begins unraveling the tangled web that is the Whitmer kidnapping conspiracy trial, Shawn takes the boys on a wild ride that somehow involves Gene Hackman.* As ML describes some of the problems FBI agents and informants have created for the prosecution, Shawn invites Marc to his funeral and mounts a vigorous defense of swinger parties.* After countless digressions, an exhausted and peripatetic Shawn pauses, allowing ML and Marc to discuss the sketchy feds and defendants in one of the most sprawling and complicated domestic terrorism cases in America.* If you’re still looking for a St. Patrick’s day plan, consider joining ML and Joe Zuver, the SOD Man of Mystery, at the Cadieux Cafe from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 17. www.cadieuxcafe.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Once again, someone pointing his finger at everyone else finds out that leaves him with three fingers pointing back at him (while his thumb just kind of sits there). Find out which M&M is this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: ML teases ahead to Tod(d) month before inviting Sting into the New Wave suite to perform his especially apropos “Russians” before Shawn takes over again.* FEEDBACK: Wag the Dog. A double standard. And a pugilistic coach. It was on your minds, so it’s on our tongues. (Wait, that didn’t sound good…) * SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5510falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tiny-putin-march-1-2022--52617299 First, Ukraine. Now, our heads. Crazy, wee Vladimir Putin is invading everything! Then ML, Marc and Shawn debate the Rochester Community Schools controversy while Joe says “This aggression will not stand, man!” 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The second biggest revelation about Putin’s invasion of Ukraine? He’s really short. Why does that matter? Good question! Listen and learn if we come up with an answer.



How might the invasion affect Joe Biden’s presidency? Would Putin have invaded if Donald Trump were still president? Should Barrack Obama take some blame? Drawing upon our expertise in geo-politics, we provide cogent commentary.



Rochester Community Schools officials and parents squared off in federal court over whether it was cool for the school to contact a parent’s employer. We discuss and debate and ML asks a question that he shouldn’t have had to ask in the first damn place!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The guy who blames Greta and Leo for the invasion of Ukraine is more than a geek. But this is a family show, so that’s as far as we can go.



ROOM 7609: Marc spends a remarkable amount of time scouring the internet for a topical guest in our New Wave suite and comes up with Red Flag and “Russian Radio.”



FEEDBACK: We appreciate Emily and Dennis’ inquiring minds. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!  Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1945Tue, 01 Mar 2022 19:25:40 +0000ML ElrickFirst, Ukraine. Now, our heads. Crazy, wee Vladimir Putin is invading everything! Then ML, Marc and Shawn debate the Rochester Community Schools controversy while Joe says “This aggression will not stand, man!”  THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The second... First, Ukraine. Now, our heads. Crazy, wee Vladimir Putin is invading everything! Then ML, Marc and Shawn debate the Rochester Community Schools controversy while Joe says “This aggression will not stand, man!” 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The second biggest revelation about Putin’s invasion of Ukraine? He’s really short. Why does that matter? Good question! Listen and learn if we come up with an answer.



How might the invasion affect Joe Biden’s presidency? Would Putin have invaded if Donald Trump were still president? Should Barrack Obama take some blame? Drawing upon our expertise in geo-politics, we provide cogent commentary.



Rochester Community Schools officials and parents squared off in federal court over whether it was cool for the school to contact a parent’s employer. We discuss and debate and ML asks a question that he shouldn’t have had to ask in the first damn place!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The guy who blames Greta and Leo for the invasion of Ukraine is more than a geek. But this is a family show, so that’s as far as we can go.



ROOM 7609: Marc spends a remarkable amount of time scouring the internet for a topical guest in our New Wave suite and comes up with Red Flag and “Russian Radio.”



FEEDBACK: We appreciate Emily and Dennis’ inquiring minds. 



SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!



LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!



SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found!  Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.



When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! 



Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4423falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/podcast-like-a-rockstar-february-22-2022--52617309 Homegrown hitmaker J.T. Harding discusses his career, his two dads and how his path crossed with M.L. during high school while Marc welcomes Shawn back to the studio and Joe produces like a rockstar.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The Dirty Show is BACK! Host Jerry Peterson, aka Jerry Vile, talks about this year’s exhibition of exhibitionists and artists at the Russell Industrial Center.* This is the 22nd annual Dirty Show, but Jerry has been shocking metro Detroit for more than 50 years. ML and Marc discuss his early days with punk rock group The Boners as well as Fun Magazine and Orbit. To learn more about Orbit magazine, check out Rob St. Mary’s definitive volume.* Hollywood knows Jerry, from his appearance in a Jonathan Demme film to Orby’s cameo in “Pulp Fiction.”* We discuss some of Jerry’s greatest pranks, including the giant Crisco can he placed by the Joe Louis fist as a bit of subtle social commentary on how Detroit should best prepare for bankruptcy.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A mayor who envisioned a future in which ice shanties become bordellos is this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: We often debate who is fit to occupy the New Wave suite, but we all bow down to Jerry Vile when he books Tuxedomoon with “No Tears.”* FEEDBACK: You ask, we answer.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1935Tue, 22 Feb 2022 20:02:23 +0000ML ElrickHomegrown hitmaker J.T. Harding discusses his career, his two dads and how his path crossed with M.L. during high school while Marc welcomes Shawn back to the studio and Joe produces like a rockstar. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: https://dirtydetroit.com.*... Homegrown hitmaker J.T. Harding discusses his career, his two dads and how his path crossed with M.L. during high school while Marc welcomes Shawn back to the studio and Joe produces like a rockstar.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The Dirty Show is BACK! Host Jerry Peterson, aka Jerry Vile, talks about this year’s exhibition of exhibitionists and artists at the Russell Industrial Center.* This is the 22nd annual Dirty Show, but Jerry has been shocking metro Detroit for more than 50 years. ML and Marc discuss his early days with punk rock group The Boners as well as Fun Magazine and Orbit. To learn more about Orbit magazine, check out Rob St. Mary’s definitive volume.* Hollywood knows Jerry, from his appearance in a Jonathan Demme film to Orby’s cameo in “Pulp Fiction.”* We discuss some of Jerry’s greatest pranks, including the giant Crisco can he placed by the Joe Louis fist as a bit of subtle social commentary on how Detroit should best prepare for bankruptcy.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A mayor who envisioned a future in which ice shanties become bordellos is this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: We often debate who is fit to occupy the New Wave suite, but we all bow down to Jerry Vile when he books Tuxedomoon with “No Tears.”* FEEDBACK: You ask, we answer.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6149falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-dirty-show-february-15-2022--52617298 Longtime Detroit provocateur Jerry Vile talks dirty and discusses some of his greatest (s)hits while Marc and ML listen with rapt attention, Shawn thumbs his thesaurus and Joey downloads some NSF content from Jerry’s website.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The Dirty Show is BACK! Host Jerry Peterson, aka Jerry Vile, talks about this year’s exhibition of exhibitionists and artists at the Russell Industrial Center.* This is the 22nd annual Dirty Show, but Jerry has been shocking metro Detroit for more than 50 years. ML and Marc discuss his early days with punk rock group The Boners as well as Fun Magazine and Orbit. To learn more about Orbit magazine, check out Rob St. Mary’s definitive volume.* Hollywood knows Jerry, from his appearance in a Jonathan Demme film to Orby’s cameo in “Pulp Fiction.”* We discuss some of Jerry’s greatest pranks, including the giant Crisco can he placed by the Joe Louis fist as a bit of subtle social commentary on how Detroit should best prepare for bankruptcy.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A mayor who envisioned a future in which ice shanties become bordellos is this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: We often debate who is fit to occupy the New Wave suite, but we all bow down to Jerry Vile when he books Tuxedomoon with “No Tears.”* FEEDBACK: You ask, we answer.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1925Tue, 15 Feb 2022 19:53:03 +0000ML ElrickLongtime Detroit provocateur Jerry Vile talks dirty and discusses some of his greatest (s)hits while Marc and ML listen with rapt attention, Shawn thumbs his thesaurus and Joey downloads some NSF content from Jerry’s website. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:... Longtime Detroit provocateur Jerry Vile talks dirty and discusses some of his greatest (s)hits while Marc and ML listen with rapt attention, Shawn thumbs his thesaurus and Joey downloads some NSF content from Jerry’s website.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The Dirty Show is BACK! Host Jerry Peterson, aka Jerry Vile, talks about this year’s exhibition of exhibitionists and artists at the Russell Industrial Center.* This is the 22nd annual Dirty Show, but Jerry has been shocking metro Detroit for more than 50 years. ML and Marc discuss his early days with punk rock group The Boners as well as Fun Magazine and Orbit. To learn more about Orbit magazine, check out Rob St. Mary’s definitive volume.* Hollywood knows Jerry, from his appearance in a Jonathan Demme film to Orby’s cameo in “Pulp Fiction.”* We discuss some of Jerry’s greatest pranks, including the giant Crisco can he placed by the Joe Louis fist as a bit of subtle social commentary on how Detroit should best prepare for bankruptcy.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A mayor who envisioned a future in which ice shanties become bordellos is this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: We often debate who is fit to occupy the New Wave suite, but we all bow down to Jerry Vile when he books Tuxedomoon with “No Tears.”* FEEDBACK: You ask, we answer.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4987falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-apologies-february-8-2022--52617332 A deep dive into a politician and his a lucrative friends and family plan starts the show, before ML and Marc test a new beer — and Shawn’s patience. Joe listens while sipping his standard rain water and grain alcohol.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Former Michigan Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield raised $7 million, and sent a lot of it to friends and family. Craig Mauger of The Detroit News followed the money, and tells us where a big chunk of it went.* No reporter in Michigan is better at digging into political loot than Mauger, but he’s more than a one-trick pony, as his latest report demonstrates. * Shawn is BACK, and talking about his column about the problem with NFL hiring practices.* Carl Erickson of Altes Beer comes in to discuss Sportsman, the brand’s newest brew. www.altes.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The National Butterfly Center is closed. We put the wood to the responsible parties.* ROOM 7609: On the second anniversary of the pandemic we book another China Crisis into the New Wave suite. * FEEDBACK: We say our listeners are suitably skeptical. They say they’re cynical. Listen and learn.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick"* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1914Tue, 08 Feb 2022 18:54:28 +0000ML ElrickA deep dive into a politician and his a lucrative friends and family plan starts the show, before ML and Marc test a new beer — and Shawn’s patience. Joe listens while sipping his standard rain water and grain alcohol. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Former... A deep dive into a politician and his a lucrative friends and family plan starts the show, before ML and Marc test a new beer — and Shawn’s patience. Joe listens while sipping his standard rain water and grain alcohol.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Former Michigan Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield raised $7 million, and sent a lot of it to friends and family. Craig Mauger of The Detroit News followed the money, and tells us where a big chunk of it went.* No reporter in Michigan is better at digging into political loot than Mauger, but he’s more than a one-trick pony, as his latest report demonstrates. * Shawn is BACK, and talking about his column about the problem with NFL hiring practices.* Carl Erickson of Altes Beer comes in to discuss Sportsman, the brand’s newest brew. www.altes.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The National Butterfly Center is closed. We put the wood to the responsible parties.* ROOM 7609: On the second anniversary of the pandemic we book another China Crisis into the New Wave suite. * FEEDBACK: We say our listeners are suitably skeptical. They say they’re cynical. Listen and learn.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick"* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5071falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/podcast-on-fire-a-werbe-story-february-1-2022--52617342 Back when liberals were conspiracy theorists, Peter Werbe ruled the airwaves. ML and Marc ask him what he thinks about a world in which it’s the RIGHT that is storming the Capitol. He also plugs his new book, SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, while Shawn zooms in and Joe makes plans to visit a local independent book store to buy his own copy of SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: For 46 years, Peter Werbe, author of SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, hosted the longest-running talk show in radio history, which is just one reason ML was always super tired for high school every Monday. Peter reflects on how much the world has changed, because back then all the conspiracy theorists were LIBERALS!!! * Marc and ML ask Peter, who wrote SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, to opine on the effort to silence Joe Rogan, who caught some flak over a guest who expressed some questionable views on COVID.* Peter wrote SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL. The crew discusses his work of fiction, while repeating its title several dozen times.* SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL is available at www.peterwerbe.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Tennessee school board that tried to suppress a Pulitzer Prize-winning book instead turns it into a best seller. (FWIW: The book was not SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL) * ROOM 7609: Pulp checks into Room 7609 with “Common People,” prompting two questions: Do they even belong in the New Wave suite, and have they ever read SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL?!?* FEEDBACK: Hoo boy, do you have a lot to say! We get to it all.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1901Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:01:01 +0000ML ElrickBack when liberals were conspiracy theorists, Peter Werbe ruled the airwaves. ML and Marc ask him what he thinks about a world in which it’s the RIGHT that is storming the Capitol. He also plugs his new book, SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, while... Back when liberals were conspiracy theorists, Peter Werbe ruled the airwaves. ML and Marc ask him what he thinks about a world in which it’s the RIGHT that is storming the Capitol. He also plugs his new book, SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, while Shawn zooms in and Joe makes plans to visit a local independent book store to buy his own copy of SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: For 46 years, Peter Werbe, author of SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, hosted the longest-running talk show in radio history, which is just one reason ML was always super tired for high school every Monday. Peter reflects on how much the world has changed, because back then all the conspiracy theorists were LIBERALS!!! * Marc and ML ask Peter, who wrote SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL, to opine on the effort to silence Joe Rogan, who caught some flak over a guest who expressed some questionable views on COVID.* Peter wrote SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL. The crew discusses his work of fiction, while repeating its title several dozen times.* SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL is available at www.peterwerbe.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Tennessee school board that tried to suppress a Pulitzer Prize-winning book instead turns it into a best seller. (FWIW: The book was not SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL) * ROOM 7609: Pulp checks into Room 7609 with “Common People,” prompting two questions: Do they even belong in the New Wave suite, and have they ever read SUMMER ON FIRE, A DETROIT NOVEL?!?* FEEDBACK: Hoo boy, do you have a lot to say! We get to it all.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-lotta-bull-january-25-2022--52617301 ML rages at the latest evidence Detroit’s political machine will never shed its culture of corruption. Prosecutor turned defense attorney Michael Bullotta weighs in while Marc works on his law degree and Shawn Windsor waits in the wings to apologize for having nothing to say. Joe just pretends that it’s all going to be ok … someday.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:ANOTHER Detroit city councilman admits to taking bribes, so what do his colleagues do? They write him “get out of jail” letters! ML can’t take it any more. * Michael Bullotta prosecuted a lot of the corrupted officials ML and his colleagues in the media exposed. So he comes on to discuss whether Detroit’s culture of corruption will ever go away — or just provide him a steady stream of clients.* Marc hears something he never expected to hear: ML watched a series created within the past decade! A discussion of “Ted Lasso” ensues, complete with an analysis of which season is better — and whether Nate is a believable villain.* Shawn zooms in to give the show a power boost — and provide “proof of life” — while endorsing Nate’s character development.* There’s still time to help the children of Detroit by contributing to ML’s charity hockey game at Clark Park. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: A wing nut complains about kitty litter in school bathrooms, so we kick sand in her face. Metaphorically speaking.* ROOM 7609: German synth bands and New Wave go together like Adam Ant and frilly shirts, which is how Propaganda got invited into the New Wave suite to perform “p: Machinery.”* FEEDBACK:We had so much great feedback we had to hold it til next week so we could wrap the show before next week.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:ANOTHER Detroit city councilman admits to taking bribes, so what do his colleagues do? They write him “get out of jail” letters! ML can’t take it any more. * Michael Bullotta prosecuted a lot of the corrupted officials ML and his colleagues in the media exposed. So he comes on to discuss whether Detroit’s culture of corruption will ever go away — or just provide him a steady stream of clients.* Marc hears something he never expected to hear: ML watched a series created within the past decade! A discussion of “Ted Lasso” ensues, complete with an analysis of which season is better — and whether Nate is a believable villain.* Shawn zooms in to give the show a power boost — and provide “proof of life” — while endorsing Nate’s character development.* There’s still time to help the children of Detroit by contributing to ML’s charity hockey game at Clark Park. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: A wing nut complains about kitty litter in school bathrooms, so we kick sand in her face. Metaphorically speaking.* ROOM 7609: German synth bands and New Wave go together like Adam Ant and frilly shirts, which is how Propaganda got invited into the New Wave suite to perform “p: Machinery.”* FEEDBACK:We had so much great feedback we had to hold it til next week so we could wrap the show before next week.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML talks to Deadline Detroit editor Allan Lengel about how Lengel helped get Kwame Kilpatrick out of prison 20 years early.* Allan sat down with Kilpatrick last week while Hizzoner hyped his new ministry. Watch the interview here. * ML and Marc play clips from Allan and Fox 2’s interviews and discuss the “new” Kilpatrick.* Kilpatrick continues to pretend that he didn’t do anything wrong, so ML reviews the record.* ML’s Greatest (S)hits week last week included a chance encounter with another crooked Detroit politician he exposed. Listen and learn who ML bumped into at an East Lansing sushi restaurant.* There’s still time to help the children of Detroit by contributing to ML’s charity hockey game at Clark Park. Here’s how. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc has TWO geeks this week, while ML picks partners who blew off an armed robbery in progress to make an arrest — of a Pokemon character.* ROOM 7609: Listener Tod says The Jam is New Wave — and “Boy About Town” is the proof. Hmmm…* FEEDBACK: You write, you respond.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML talks to Deadline Detroit editor Allan Lengel about how Lengel helped get Kwame Kilpatrick out of prison 20 years early.* Allan sat down with Kilpatrick last week while Hizzoner hyped his new ministry. Watch the interview here. * ML and Marc play clips from Allan and Fox 2’s interviews and discuss the “new” Kilpatrick.* Kilpatrick continues to pretend that he didn’t do anything wrong, so ML reviews the record.* ML’s Greatest (S)hits week last week included a chance encounter with another crooked Detroit politician he exposed. Listen and learn who ML bumped into at an East Lansing sushi restaurant.* There’s still time to help the children of Detroit by contributing to ML’s charity hockey game at Clark Park. Here’s how. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc has TWO geeks this week, while ML picks partners who blew off an armed robbery in progress to make an arrest — of a Pokemon character.* ROOM 7609: Listener Tod says The Jam is New Wave — and “Boy About Town” is the proof. Hmmm…* FEEDBACK: You write, you respond.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! * Subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Listeners wrote in expressing fascination with revelations that former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield either sexually abused or just had an affair with his sister-in-law. After a listener asked ML how it stacked up to the Kilpatrick scandal, he invited David Zeman of Bridge Michigan on the show to discuss.* David discusses how Bridge Michigan learned about Chatfield’s illicit relationship with his sister-in-law and now his reporters handled the information. Read their exclusive revelations here.* David was ML’s editor when he and Jim Schaefer broke the Kilpatrick text messages story. ML asks David to compare how he reacted to getting a call from Chatfield’s sister-in-law with how he reacted to learning ML and Jim had Kilpatrick text messages.* ML breaks down some key differences between the Chatfield and Kilpatrick scandals. He somehow forgets to mention that Kilpatrick used $8 million of taxpayer money to cover up his affair.* Marc marvels at how someone with Chatfield’s strict religious background could fail so badly to practice what he preached.* Marc and ML discuss the return of COVID to the show.* ML’s Clark Park fundraiser is coming up on Jan. 22. Please donate to help Detroit kids grow up right!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc gets back in the game with a geek before ML breaks news about someone who broke wind to merit mention this week.* ROOM 7609: If you don’t count self-loathing and a decidedly downbeat personality, Shawn and Morrissey finally have something in common, as The Smiths check in to the New Wave suite.* FEEDBACK: You got a lot to say, and we listen every day!* SPONSOR OR SPEND: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* Or just go ahead and give us money!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! You can also subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* SPEAK UP! We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Listeners wrote in expressing fascination with revelations that former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield either sexually abused or just had an affair with his sister-in-law. After a listener asked ML how it stacked up to the Kilpatrick scandal, he invited David Zeman of Bridge Michigan on the show to discuss.* David discusses how Bridge Michigan learned about Chatfield’s illicit relationship with his sister-in-law and now his reporters handled the information. Read their exclusive revelations here.* David was ML’s editor when he and Jim Schaefer broke the Kilpatrick text messages story. ML asks David to compare how he reacted to getting a call from Chatfield’s sister-in-law with how he reacted to learning ML and Jim had Kilpatrick text messages.* ML breaks down some key differences between the Chatfield and Kilpatrick scandals. He somehow forgets to mention that Kilpatrick used $8 million of taxpayer money to cover up his affair.* Marc marvels at how someone with Chatfield’s strict religious background could fail so badly to practice what he preached.* Marc and ML discuss the return of COVID to the show.* ML’s Clark Park fundraiser is coming up on Jan. 22. Please donate to help Detroit kids grow up right!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc gets back in the game with a geek before ML breaks news about someone who broke wind to merit mention this week.* ROOM 7609: If you don’t count self-loathing and a decidedly downbeat personality, Shawn and Morrissey finally have something in common, as The Smiths check in to the New Wave suite.* FEEDBACK: You got a lot to say, and we listen every day!* SPONSOR OR SPEND: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* Or just go ahead and give us money!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE/WATCH: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! You can also subscribe (and watch) the live broadcast of the show on YouTube page M.L. Elrick.* When you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!! Your endorsement is very powerful! * Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* SPEAK UP! We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML and Shawn hit the road to watch the Spartans and Wolverines go bowling. ML asks which was worse: Georgia’s beatdown of U-M or Alabama’s beatdown of MSU? * The podcast’s golden girl — Kaleena Kniess — opines on the THE Golden Girl: Betty White. ML and Shawn share their admiration, while Marc reveals his disdain for America’s nonagenarian sweetheart.* At a minimum, Antonio Brown needs a hug.* Kaleena, who got her varsity letter on the MSU women’s rowing team, was the podcast’s first foray into the Name-Image-Likeness sponsorship racket. She reflects on her college career, life as “just a student,” and what’s next on HER podcast.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: One of ML’s Canadian favorites hooked up with one of the things he likes least from the Great White North, combining forces for commerce — and worse. * ROOM 7609: Bronski Beat named the song “Junk,” but this overlooked gem brings lots of protein — and bits of egg! — into the New Wave suite.* FEEDBACK: You write, you right.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML and Shawn hit the road to watch the Spartans and Wolverines go bowling. ML asks which was worse: Georgia’s beatdown of U-M or Alabama’s beatdown of MSU? * The podcast’s golden girl — Kaleena Kniess — opines on the THE Golden Girl: Betty White. ML and Shawn share their admiration, while Marc reveals his disdain for America’s nonagenarian sweetheart.* At a minimum, Antonio Brown needs a hug.* Kaleena, who got her varsity letter on the MSU women’s rowing team, was the podcast’s first foray into the Name-Image-Likeness sponsorship racket. She reflects on her college career, life as “just a student,” and what’s next on HER podcast.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: One of ML’s Canadian favorites hooked up with one of the things he likes least from the Great White North, combining forces for commerce — and worse. * ROOM 7609: Bronski Beat named the song “Junk,” but this overlooked gem brings lots of protein — and bits of egg! — into the New Wave suite.* FEEDBACK: You write, you right.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5126falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/happy-nuwave-year-december-28-2021--52617300 Happy New Year! ML rolls out some New Wave holiday songs, good and bad, to ring in 2022.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  If you’re sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music episode. From borderline NuWave group Elastica to synth pop Gods Erasure to kitschy and clever They Might Be Giants to genre chewing Sonic Youth to golden throated Alison Moyet to jaunty Mono Puff to classic poppy melodic Aztec Camera, the boys play a half dozen NuWave holiday tunes you won’t hear anywhere else. 


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1851Tue, 28 Dec 2021 19:05:00 +0000ML ElrickHappy New Year! ML rolls out some New Wave holiday songs, good and bad, to ring in 2022. THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  If you’re sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music... Happy New Year! ML rolls out some New Wave holiday songs, good and bad, to ring in 2022.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  If you’re sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music episode. From borderline NuWave group Elastica to synth pop Gods Erasure to kitschy and clever They Might Be Giants to genre chewing Sonic Youth to golden throated Alison Moyet to jaunty Mono Puff to classic poppy melodic Aztec Camera, the boys play a half dozen NuWave holiday tunes you won’t hear anywhere else. 


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>2319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/happy-holi-daze-december-21-2021--52617354 ML is back from Costa Rica for an underwelming reunion with Marc and Yawn special guest Kaleena enlightens the old men and Joe shows off his Meta skilz.



* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:ML's Costa Rica adventure companion Sergei's fascination with crocodiles leads to a close encounter of the reptilian kind.* Even the surprise Christmas gift of a custom-made Soul of Detroit A-Type from Detroit Bikes can't turn Yawn back into Shawn.* The show's Name and Image Likeness athlete Kaleena Kniess drops in — with cookies! — and some hairy tales of life away at college.* If you've never heard of "air tags," you simply must listen to get caught up on this new tech twist on the ol' creepy stalker routine.* Marc loves Louie C.K. and asks his cohorts when talent trumps bad behavior? Dave Chappelle's name comes up, along with a bunch of old comedians ML likes. On the subject of old comedians, ML reveals he never liked George Carlin.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: One of America's goofiest senators would be funny, if only he didn't peddle so much dangerous misinformation. His latest claim — that mouthwash can kill the coronavirus — is so nutty that even Listerine disagrees.* ROOM 7609: Find out Gene Hunt's deepest secret during our last installment of "Ashes to Ashes" New Wave music month before Frankie Goes to Hollywood's "Two Tribes" gets ML in the middle of a spirited debate about the social significance of New Wave versus some new stuff he hasn't heard of (which includes pretty much everything playing on the radio since 1995).* FEEDBACK: You write, we read.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!* Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:ML's Costa Rica adventure companion Sergei's fascination with crocodiles leads to a close encounter of the reptilian kind.* Even the surprise Christmas gift of a custom-made Soul of Detroit A-Type from Detroit Bikes can't turn Yawn back into Shawn.* The show's Name and Image Likeness athlete Kaleena Kniess drops in — with cookies! — and some hairy tales of life away at college.* If you've never heard of "air tags," you simply must listen to get caught up on this new tech twist on the ol' creepy stalker routine.* Marc loves Louie C.K. and asks his cohorts when talent trumps bad behavior? Dave Chappelle's name comes up, along with a bunch of old comedians ML likes. On the subject of old comedians, ML reveals he never liked George Carlin.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: One of America's goofiest senators would be funny, if only he didn't peddle so much dangerous misinformation. His latest claim — that mouthwash can kill the coronavirus — is so nutty that even Listerine disagrees.* ROOM 7609: Find out Gene Hunt's deepest secret during our last installment of "Ashes to Ashes" New Wave music month before Frankie Goes to Hollywood's "Two Tribes" gets ML in the middle of a spirited debate about the social significance of New Wave versus some new stuff he hasn't heard of (which includes pretty much everything playing on the radio since 1995).* FEEDBACK: You write, we read.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* LISTEN AND LEARN: Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* SUBSCRIBE/SHARE/RATE: Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever quality podcasts are found! And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (even if you hate it)!!!* Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick”* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* After losing badly in his bid to join the Detroit City Council, ML vowed he would never move away from Detroit. But he didn’t say he would never leave. And so he disappeared to ride motorcycles in Costa Rica with a snake handling crocodile lover known only as Sergei.* Sergei tells the crew what inspired him to learn how to ride a motorcycle virtually hours before leaving Oakland County to ride to the far reaches of South America. Did we mention he didn’t learn Spanish until after he left?* Snakes and caymans and cerveza, o mi!* While ML searches for the meaning of life, he gives an update on his search for a new job!* Find out more about Sergei, and stay current on his latest adventures, by following this link.* Geek Of the Week: Cadets kidnapping goats. Nuff said?* Room 7609: The Fun Boy Three check into the New Wave suite with a ditty that describes what happens at the Red Shovel Network when ML is out of town. It’s all part of our “ashes to ashes” same month.* Order some swag in time for Christmas with an email to MLSoulofDetroit@gmail.com.* FEEDBACK: Our mail bag is light this week.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* After losing badly in his bid to join the Detroit City Council, ML vowed he would never move away from Detroit. But he didn’t say he would never leave. And so he disappeared to ride motorcycles in Costa Rica with a snake handling crocodile lover known only as Sergei.* Sergei tells the crew what inspired him to learn how to ride a motorcycle virtually hours before leaving Oakland County to ride to the far reaches of South America. Did we mention he didn’t learn Spanish until after he left?* Snakes and caymans and cerveza, o mi!* While ML searches for the meaning of life, he gives an update on his search for a new job!* Find out more about Sergei, and stay current on his latest adventures, by following this link.* Geek Of the Week: Cadets kidnapping goats. Nuff said?* Room 7609: The Fun Boy Three check into the New Wave suite with a ditty that describes what happens at the Red Shovel Network when ML is out of town. It’s all part of our “ashes to ashes” same month.* Order some swag in time for Christmas with an email to MLSoulofDetroit@gmail.com.* FEEDBACK: Our mail bag is light this week.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The parents of the alleged Oxford HS shooter hired lawyers but their kid got a public defender. We ask Rataj: “What’s up with that?"* The crew quizzes Rataj on whether lawyers take cases to make their reputation.* Rataj provides insights on what it’s like to represent someone the rest of the world despises.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Heisman voters who cheated yet another great Spartan running back earn this week’s trophy.* ROOM 7609: The Associates check into the New Wave suite with Bono-approved “Club Country.”* FEEDBACK: Our mail bag is light this week.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The parents of the alleged Oxford HS shooter hired lawyers but their kid got a public defender. We ask Rataj: “What’s up with that?"* The crew quizzes Rataj on whether lawyers take cases to make their reputation.* Rataj provides insights on what it’s like to represent someone the rest of the world despises.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Heisman voters who cheated yet another great Spartan running back earn this week’s trophy.* ROOM 7609: The Associates check into the New Wave suite with Bono-approved “Club Country.”* FEEDBACK: Our mail bag is light this week.* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: While ML was tailgating in the snow in East Lansing, Marc was whooping it up in the stands while Shawn watched his prediction of a U-M victory come true. Blue baller Matt Riley opines, as well as provides some crucial info on the Dec. 2 Killer Cares charitable event. https://killercares.org * Before getting too amped up about U-M’s victory in the second biggest football game of the year (MSU already won the biggest), Matt and the crew discuss the legacy of Tom “Killer” Kowalski.* After Wolverine grads Marc and Matt and Ann Arbor resident Shawn discuss the Big Upset, ML provides some completely and utterly inaccurate analysis of how U-M finally put together a big game … then alibis himself by saying he was setting a fire in East Lansing (but not to a couch) and didn’t see the whole game.* ML’s joy at his Spartans’ victory in the snow inspired some rather awful dancing. Cover the children’s eyes, then see for yourself here:  https://twitter.com/elrick/status/1464745761753686016* Did we mention Marc will be tending bar for the Killer Cares charity event on Thursday, Dec. 2 at the Lodge Bar and Grill in Keego Harbor? You can find out who else will be helping to and donate to the cause at https://killercares.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A well-known local pundit’s complete and utter pre-season disrespect for the potential of the Michigan Wolverine football team earns him this week’s mark of diss-stink-shun.* ROOM 7609: We have a new NuWave theme month coming in December — songs played during “Ashes to Ashes,” a British time-travel police procedural set in the early 1980s. The Passion checks in early with “I’m In Love With A German Film Star.” * FEEDBACK: Shawn’s work husband has something to say. And a mean tweeter leaves ML wondering “What’s a ‘dousch?’”* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message,

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* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: While ML was tailgating in the snow in East Lansing, Marc was whooping it up in the stands while Shawn watched his prediction of a U-M victory come true. Blue baller Matt Riley opines, as well as provides some crucial info on the Dec. 2 Killer Cares charitable event. https://killercares.org * Before getting too amped up about U-M’s victory in the second biggest football game of the year (MSU already won the biggest), Matt and the crew discuss the legacy of Tom “Killer” Kowalski.* After Wolverine grads Marc and Matt and Ann Arbor resident Shawn discuss the Big Upset, ML provides some completely and utterly inaccurate analysis of how U-M finally put together a big game … then alibis himself by saying he was setting a fire in East Lansing (but not to a couch) and didn’t see the whole game.* ML’s joy at his Spartans’ victory in the snow inspired some rather awful dancing. Cover the children’s eyes, then see for yourself here:  https://twitter.com/elrick/status/1464745761753686016* Did we mention Marc will be tending bar for the Killer Cares charity event on Thursday, Dec. 2 at the Lodge Bar and Grill in Keego Harbor? You can find out who else will be helping to and donate to the cause at https://killercares.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A well-known local pundit’s complete and utter pre-season disrespect for the potential of the Michigan Wolverine football team earns him this week’s mark of diss-stink-shun.* ROOM 7609: We have a new NuWave theme month coming in December — songs played during “Ashes to Ashes,” a British time-travel police procedural set in the early 1980s. The Passion checks in early with “I’m In Love With A German Film Star.” * FEEDBACK: Shawn’s work husband has something to say. And a mean tweeter leaves ML wondering “What’s a ‘dousch?’”* SPONSOR US: Drop us a line at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com to find out how cheap and easy it is to advertise on our show!* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message,

Become a supporter of this podcast: 4380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-soul-november-23-2021--52617355 * Bluemaster Laith Al-Saadi from Team Adam Levine tells tales about The Voice before laying down some mean licks, while ML licks his wounds from yet another November beatdown. Shawn and Marc join Laith in looking forward to the upcoming Wolverine-Buckeye battle as Joe sits on the sidelines.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML discusses the third major defeat he has suffered this month, while all of the Wolverines (and a Wolverine wannabe) salivate over the prospect of their first Big Ten Championship.* The Cadieux Cafe and proprietor John Rutherford have had a few brushes with greatness this month, so John comes in to talk First Lady Jill Biden, the Rolling Stones and Jack White.* Ann Arbor virtuoso Laith Al-Saadi drops in to promote his upcoming gig at the Cadieux Cafe, to discuss how he ended up on The Voice, his relationship with coach Adam Levine of Maroon 5 and how he made it through the pandemic before playing a couple tunes. Find out more about Laith at https://laithalsaadi.com. Get tickets to the Cadieux gig at www.eventbrite.com* Catch Marc, Drew, Charlie and a host of other Red Shovel Network favorites at the Killer Cares charity event on Thursday, Dec. 3 at the Lodge Bar and Grill in Keego Harbor. Find out more — and how to help — at https://killercares.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Japanese railway docked a worker’s pay for showing up 1 minute late, prompting the worker to sue for way more than the 37 cents he believes he is owed. So which one is the geek? Listen and learn. ROOM 7609* Shawn hates the Smiths. But he loves it when Marc changes up ML’s song selections. So let’s see how he likes the start of “Morrissey Month!”* FEEDBACKListen and hear all that our listeners have to say!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise.Open your heart, open your wallet here.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5522falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-rod-november-16-2021--52617360 * Rod Meloni of WDIV reveals how he pulled a scoop out of a 30-year-old horror story. Before and after his appearance, ML, Shawn and Marc dance around last week’s horror story, while Joe manages the chaos from his safe room. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show with a portentous question.* A week after ML and Shawn locked horns over whether it was fair to criticize Sean Penn — or something like that — they return to the scene of the crime, where Marc is waiting with a slick piece of production.* ML makes an apology.* Local 4 asked Rod Meloni to take a look back at the 1991 Royal Oak Post Office shooting. And, like the pro he is, Rod reveals how he came up with an exclusive interview.* ML asks Rod to tell us how he came to Detroit, which uncorks a fascinating tale including a tornado, Stephen King, betrayal and a stop in Saginaw.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The geniuses who cut Pauly’s robot out of the re-cut “Rocky IV” take their place in our hall of especially silly people.* ROOM 7609: Listener Tod accomplishes something ML never has: Come up with a band and a song Shawn likes. Listen to learn what it is.* FEEDBACK: It’s like the Twilight Saga all over again as listeners split into Team ML and Team Shawn. Meanwhile, Marc, who is very comfortable in his own skin, makes it clear he don’t need no stinkin’ team!!!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise.Open your heart, open your wallet here.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1775Tue, 16 Nov 2021 19:43:55 +0000ML Elrick* Rod Meloni of WDIV reveals how he pulled a scoop out of a 30-year-old horror story. Before and after his appearance, ML, Shawn and Marc dance around last week’s horror story, while Joe manages the chaos from his safe room. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn... * Rod Meloni of WDIV reveals how he pulled a scoop out of a 30-year-old horror story. Before and after his appearance, ML, Shawn and Marc dance around last week’s horror story, while Joe manages the chaos from his safe room. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn starts the show with a portentous question.* A week after ML and Shawn locked horns over whether it was fair to criticize Sean Penn — or something like that — they return to the scene of the crime, where Marc is waiting with a slick piece of production.* ML makes an apology.* Local 4 asked Rod Meloni to take a look back at the 1991 Royal Oak Post Office shooting. And, like the pro he is, Rod reveals how he came up with an exclusive interview.* ML asks Rod to tell us how he came to Detroit, which uncorks a fascinating tale including a tornado, Stephen King, betrayal and a stop in Saginaw.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The geniuses who cut Pauly’s robot out of the re-cut “Rocky IV” take their place in our hall of especially silly people.* ROOM 7609: Listener Tod accomplishes something ML never has: Come up with a band and a song Shawn likes. Listen to learn what it is.* FEEDBACK: It’s like the Twilight Saga all over again as listeners split into Team ML and Team Shawn. Meanwhile, Marc, who is very comfortable in his own skin, makes it clear he don’t need no stinkin’ team!!!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise.Open your heart, open your wallet here.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5861falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-the-fall-november-9-2021--52617367 * ML’s city council campaign is over, so let the post mortem begin! Shawn fawns, but a fight breaks out nevertheless. Marc is accused of delighting in the donnybrook, while Joe averts his ears. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: When ML was a reporter, one of his favorite things to do was reveal stories that candidates and campaigns would not tell until after the race was over. Now he has his OWN inside stories to share … so he does!* So why DID ML lose? The crew starts to delve into it, when a spirited, ahem, “debate” breaks out.* ML reads some mean tweets and Shawn reveals some secrets about his most popular recipes.* More fighting.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A former NFL MVP who gets his medical advice from Dr. Joe Rogan is this week’s selection.* ROOM 7609: Elections are monstrous undertakings. Elections take place in November. ML loves Morrissey. So we get “November Spawns a Monster” — along with a little story about how messages can get misconstrued.* FEEDBACK: The word “disappointed” keeps coming up in our feedback. They can only be talking about one thing: ML’s failed bid for Detroit City Council.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1762Tue, 09 Nov 2021 20:34:46 +0000ML Elrick* ML’s city council campaign is over, so let the post mortem begin! Shawn fawns, but a fight breaks out nevertheless. Marc is accused of delighting in the donnybrook, while Joe averts his ears. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: When ML was a reporter, one of his... * ML’s city council campaign is over, so let the post mortem begin! Shawn fawns, but a fight breaks out nevertheless. Marc is accused of delighting in the donnybrook, while Joe averts his ears. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE: When ML was a reporter, one of his favorite things to do was reveal stories that candidates and campaigns would not tell until after the race was over. Now he has his OWN inside stories to share … so he does!* So why DID ML lose? The crew starts to delve into it, when a spirited, ahem, “debate” breaks out.* ML reads some mean tweets and Shawn reveals some secrets about his most popular recipes.* More fighting.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A former NFL MVP who gets his medical advice from Dr. Joe Rogan is this week’s selection.* ROOM 7609: Elections are monstrous undertakings. Elections take place in November. ML loves Morrissey. So we get “November Spawns a Monster” — along with a little story about how messages can get misconstrued.* FEEDBACK: The word “disappointed” keeps coming up in our feedback. They can only be talking about one thing: ML’s failed bid for Detroit City Council.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6197falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-running-man-november-2-2021--52617310 * It's Election Day, so Candidate Elrick has more important things to do than hang out with Shawn & Marc. He checks late in the show with a few tales from the trail. Shawn and Marc break down the fallout form the epic MSU victory over Michigan as well as wondering where all the good action movies went.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE- The culmination of ML's quest to clean up city hall from the inside is today. He is The Running Man.* Shawn was in East Lansing to watch the Spartans massive comeback victory over Michigan this past Saturday. Marc wonders which fanbase has had the bigger overreaction to the results.* Watching sporting events from the press box is the absolute worst.* The boys try track down "Michael Elrick" on the campaign trail.* GEEK OF THE WEEK- Knowing Shawn wouldn't bring one in, Marc brings in two. 1- Some things up in Michigan State are a little "played out". 2- When are the Leaders and Best in Ann Arbor going to simply start acting like human beings.* ROOM 7609- Since it is Election Day, the only appropriate song is "Election Day" by Arcadia… better known as Duran Duran.* ML 4 DETROIT: ML is finally tracked down… to his kitchen. He has some early stories from visiting voting sites.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1746Tue, 02 Nov 2021 18:31:59 +0000ML Elrick* It's Election Day, so Candidate Elrick has more important things to do than hang out with Shawn & Marc. He checks late in the show with a few tales from the trail. Shawn and Marc break down the fallout form the epic MSU victory over Michigan as... * It's Election Day, so Candidate Elrick has more important things to do than hang out with Shawn & Marc. He checks late in the show with a few tales from the trail. Shawn and Marc break down the fallout form the epic MSU victory over Michigan as well as wondering where all the good action movies went.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE- The culmination of ML's quest to clean up city hall from the inside is today. He is The Running Man.* Shawn was in East Lansing to watch the Spartans massive comeback victory over Michigan this past Saturday. Marc wonders which fanbase has had the bigger overreaction to the results.* Watching sporting events from the press box is the absolute worst.* The boys try track down "Michael Elrick" on the campaign trail.* GEEK OF THE WEEK- Knowing Shawn wouldn't bring one in, Marc brings in two. 1- Some things up in Michigan State are a little "played out". 2- When are the Leaders and Best in Ann Arbor going to simply start acting like human beings.* ROOM 7609- Since it is Election Day, the only appropriate song is "Election Day" by Arcadia… better known as Duran Duran.* ML 4 DETROIT: ML is finally tracked down… to his kitchen. He has some early stories from visiting voting sites.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3987falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pissed-make-up-october-26-2021--52617366 * Shawn is back in the basement … but is he back in ML’s good graces? Marc soaks it all in while Kaleena waits for a chance to plug her podcast and Joe wants to know where did all the love go?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn takes charge immediately, using none of the language he spewed when ML’s mother sat by wondering where “such a nice boy” learned to talk like that.* Shawn shares all of the feedback he’s received from SOD listeners in the wake of last week’s blow up. ML notes that no one who listens to the “Carlos & Shawn” podcast has said anything to him … then explains why.* ML and Marc spent last Sunday together on a little campaign audio project. Listen and hear for yourself.* Our NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss drops in to talk about her podcast for MSU student radio, WDBM 89.9 FM — The Impact! https://impact89fm.org* The Big Game is this weekend in East Lansing. Find out how ML feels about MSU coaches considering moving to LSU as well as who the crew thinks is going to win — and by how much.* GEEK OF THE WEEK- A right-wing radio hosts says he tried to get covid. Mission accomplished! We’re throwing in our award as a bonus.* ROOM 7609- It’s almost Halloween, but according to Ministry, “EVERY Day is Halloween.”* FEEDBACK: Our listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1734Tue, 26 Oct 2021 19:19:15 +0000ML Elrick* Shawn is back in the basement … but is he back in ML’s good graces? Marc soaks it all in while Kaleena waits for a chance to plug her podcast and Joe wants to know where did all the love go?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn takes charge immediately, using... * Shawn is back in the basement … but is he back in ML’s good graces? Marc soaks it all in while Kaleena waits for a chance to plug her podcast and Joe wants to know where did all the love go?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE- Shawn takes charge immediately, using none of the language he spewed when ML’s mother sat by wondering where “such a nice boy” learned to talk like that.* Shawn shares all of the feedback he’s received from SOD listeners in the wake of last week’s blow up. ML notes that no one who listens to the “Carlos & Shawn” podcast has said anything to him … then explains why.* ML and Marc spent last Sunday together on a little campaign audio project. Listen and hear for yourself.* Our NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss drops in to talk about her podcast for MSU student radio, WDBM 89.9 FM — The Impact! https://impact89fm.org* The Big Game is this weekend in East Lansing. Find out how ML feels about MSU coaches considering moving to LSU as well as who the crew thinks is going to win — and by how much.* GEEK OF THE WEEK- A right-wing radio hosts says he tried to get covid. Mission accomplished! We’re throwing in our award as a bonus.* ROOM 7609- It’s almost Halloween, but according to Ministry, “EVERY Day is Halloween.”* FEEDBACK: Our listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5766falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-s-mom-knows-best-october-19-2021--52617365 * ML’s mom pays a surprise visit to talk politics and Carmen Harlan’s quiche. Tensions run high, and ML invites listeners to join him at a scholarship luncheon featuring former Spartan and Wolverine football players.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Just when things were going so convivially, ML and Shawn get into another battle. Marc tries to mediate, but ML’s mom is no help. * A listener says all the political talk is turning him off, so … ML’s mom provides her take on her eldest’s child's most recent debate. Then ML goes through a l-o-o-o-n-g set-up before playing a clip from the debate.* To watch the entire debate, visit Facebook page ML ELRICK* In keeping with the show’s “give the people what they want” theme, Shawn insists on playing a clip from ML’s latest church appearance.* ML’s mom tells a never-before-told-tale about the time she made quiche for Carmen Harlan’s daughter wedding.* Marc and ML discuss the Big Game, and ML offers listeners who donate $50 to www.mlsoulofdetroit.com a chance to join him at a tailgate luncheon on Oct. 27. Or you can buy your own ticket to the event at www.detroitsportsmedia.com. Proceeds benefit student scholarships.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Washington State’s football coach abandons the team, the team, the team when he refuses to take the shot. ROOM 7609* Jim Schaefer — an Ohio Buckeye — has bad taste in music. REAL BAD. But don’t just take our word for it. Check out the Dark Wave band he booked into the New Wave suite — Dairy of Dreams, who perform “Soul Stripper.”* FEEDBACK: Our listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1724Tue, 19 Oct 2021 18:56:34 +0000ML Elrick* ML’s mom pays a surprise visit to talk politics and Carmen Harlan’s quiche. Tensions run high, and ML invites listeners to join him at a scholarship luncheon featuring former Spartan and Wolverine football players.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Just when... * ML’s mom pays a surprise visit to talk politics and Carmen Harlan’s quiche. Tensions run high, and ML invites listeners to join him at a scholarship luncheon featuring former Spartan and Wolverine football players.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Just when things were going so convivially, ML and Shawn get into another battle. Marc tries to mediate, but ML’s mom is no help. * A listener says all the political talk is turning him off, so … ML’s mom provides her take on her eldest’s child's most recent debate. Then ML goes through a l-o-o-o-n-g set-up before playing a clip from the debate.* To watch the entire debate, visit Facebook page ML ELRICK* In keeping with the show’s “give the people what they want” theme, Shawn insists on playing a clip from ML’s latest church appearance.* ML’s mom tells a never-before-told-tale about the time she made quiche for Carmen Harlan’s daughter wedding.* Marc and ML discuss the Big Game, and ML offers listeners who donate $50 to www.mlsoulofdetroit.com a chance to join him at a tailgate luncheon on Oct. 27. Or you can buy your own ticket to the event at www.detroitsportsmedia.com. Proceeds benefit student scholarships.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Washington State’s football coach abandons the team, the team, the team when he refuses to take the shot. ROOM 7609* Jim Schaefer — an Ohio Buckeye — has bad taste in music. REAL BAD. But don’t just take our word for it. Check out the Dark Wave band he booked into the New Wave suite — Dairy of Dreams, who perform “Soul Stripper.”* FEEDBACK: Our listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pow-october-13-2021--52617316 * As ML prepares for a great debate, his coach dials in to discuss strategy and political pitfalls. Big takeaways: ML has a big forehead, should not wear a tie and maybe should wear make-up.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Like Rocky preparing for a big fight, ML has a trainer who is in his corner — none other than Greg Bowens of Bowens & Co. He shares some strategy, as well as some tales from his long and storied political career.* Why should you care about re-districting in Michigan? Good question. Hear our answers.* Shawn had a medical procedure. Down there. He provides way too many details for ML’s taste. Marc seems strangely fascinated, however. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Two bros with flares get sued by Uncle Sam, seriously jeopardizing their chance of making it to this year’s Catalina Wine Mixer. * ROOM 7609: Ian Drury and the Blockheads give us “Reasons to be Cheerful Pt. 3”* FEEDBACKOur listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1711Wed, 13 Oct 2021 16:48:20 +0000ML Elrick* As ML prepares for a great debate, his coach dials in to discuss strategy and political pitfalls. Big takeaways: ML has a big forehead, should not wear a tie and maybe should wear make-up.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Like Rocky preparing for a big fight, ML... * As ML prepares for a great debate, his coach dials in to discuss strategy and political pitfalls. Big takeaways: ML has a big forehead, should not wear a tie and maybe should wear make-up.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Like Rocky preparing for a big fight, ML has a trainer who is in his corner — none other than Greg Bowens of Bowens & Co. He shares some strategy, as well as some tales from his long and storied political career.* Why should you care about re-districting in Michigan? Good question. Hear our answers.* Shawn had a medical procedure. Down there. He provides way too many details for ML’s taste. Marc seems strangely fascinated, however. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Two bros with flares get sued by Uncle Sam, seriously jeopardizing their chance of making it to this year’s Catalina Wine Mixer. * ROOM 7609: Ian Drury and the Blockheads give us “Reasons to be Cheerful Pt. 3”* FEEDBACKOur listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4259falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/detroit-politricks-october-5-2021--52617383 * Dirty money is flowing in the race against ML, but he figured out who is behind it. Political operative TM Martin provides some expert insights — and takes a look back at notorious dirty political tricks throughout Detroit — and national — history.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Last week’s show was a hot mess. ML provides the back story … and the results of his latest investigation!* What does Russell Crowe have to do with Detroit politics? That’s what ML would like to know as this week’s show doesn’t go off the rails, it starts off the rails.* TM Martin, an attorney, host of the Politico Coffee talk show and a long-time political operative opines on the dirty money campaign to undermine ML — and provides some free political advice. Check out her show on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6y8S4AmgUSha1xgHt0C1Lw* ML goes back to church — and we’ve got the tape. Listen or watch. The video is included in the replay of our Live Broadcast on Facebook page ML ELRICK* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Facebook. For any — and every — reason you can think of.* ROOM 7609: ML met Wally Palmar of the Romantics last month, and they are nominally New Wave, so he cues up “Mystified” as this week’s soundtrack and confirms a myth he first heard 35 years ago.* FEEDBACK: Our listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1700Tue, 05 Oct 2021 19:13:47 +0000ML Elrick* Dirty money is flowing in the race against ML, but he figured out who is behind it. Political operative TM Martin provides some expert insights — and takes a look back at notorious dirty political tricks throughout Detroit — and national — history.*... * Dirty money is flowing in the race against ML, but he figured out who is behind it. Political operative TM Martin provides some expert insights — and takes a look back at notorious dirty political tricks throughout Detroit — and national — history.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Last week’s show was a hot mess. ML provides the back story … and the results of his latest investigation!* What does Russell Crowe have to do with Detroit politics? That’s what ML would like to know as this week’s show doesn’t go off the rails, it starts off the rails.* TM Martin, an attorney, host of the Politico Coffee talk show and a long-time political operative opines on the dirty money campaign to undermine ML — and provides some free political advice. Check out her show on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6y8S4AmgUSha1xgHt0C1Lw* ML goes back to church — and we’ve got the tape. Listen or watch. The video is included in the replay of our Live Broadcast on Facebook page ML ELRICK* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Facebook. For any — and every — reason you can think of.* ROOM 7609: ML met Wally Palmar of the Romantics last month, and they are nominally New Wave, so he cues up “Mystified” as this week’s soundtrack and confirms a myth he first heard 35 years ago.* FEEDBACK: Our listeners are always write. Hear what we mean.* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>7166falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fed-flips-september-28-2021--52617347 * ANOTHER Detroit city councilman pleads guilty, so ML, Shawn and Marc talk to the prosecutor who worked the case. Oh, did we mention he’s now a defense attorney?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with a tribute to a young man who passed away, but not before changing the lives of everyone who met him.* For more than 20 years, federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta helped fight corruption. He stops by to discuss some of those cases — and to discuss criminal procedure.* Michael is now a defense attorney. He explains life on the other side.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Tyler Bertuzzi won’t get vaccinated. So ML gives him a shot.* ROOM 7609: We like Bjork. So we invited her to Room 7609 to exhibit some “Human Behavior.”* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1689Tue, 28 Sep 2021 19:53:03 +0000ML Elrick* ANOTHER Detroit city councilman pleads guilty, so ML, Shawn and Marc talk to the prosecutor who worked the case. Oh, did we mention he’s now a defense attorney?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with a tribute to a young man who passed away, but not... * ANOTHER Detroit city councilman pleads guilty, so ML, Shawn and Marc talk to the prosecutor who worked the case. Oh, did we mention he’s now a defense attorney?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML starts with a tribute to a young man who passed away, but not before changing the lives of everyone who met him.* For more than 20 years, federal prosecutor Michael Bullotta helped fight corruption. He stops by to discuss some of those cases — and to discuss criminal procedure.* Michael is now a defense attorney. He explains life on the other side.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Tyler Bertuzzi won’t get vaccinated. So ML gives him a shot.* ROOM 7609: We like Bjork. So we invited her to Room 7609 to exhibit some “Human Behavior.”* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5215falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-s-island-september-21-2021--52617317 * The last time ML was on Mackinac Island he was hot on someone’s trail. Now, he’s back to help clean up Detroit politics. Marc keeps the ship afloat while technology and Shawn make trouble while Joey paddles to safety.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML zooms in from an undisclosed location on Mackinac Island, where he has travelled to make a major policy announcement.* The policy conference has a schedule full of events, but it’s usually what happens behind the scenes that matters. ML explains.* Hecklers tried to take ML off his game last week. Did they succeed? Listen and learn.* The show’s NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss gets her varsity letter this week. Find out where to see her show it off on Saturday.* Shawn shows up just in time to derail the show and turn it into a sports podcast. Sheesh!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Wolverines are ranked above the Spartans. Need we say more?* ROOM 7609: The last time ML was on Mackinac Island he was hot on someone’s trail. Now, he’s back to help clean up Detroit politics. Marc keeps the ship afloat while technology and Shawn make trouble while Joey paddles to safety.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML zooms in from an undisclosed location on Mackinac Island, where he has travelled to make a major policy announcement.* The policy conference has a schedule full of events, but it’s usually what happens behind the scenes that matters. ML explains.* Hecklers tried to take ML off his game last week. Did they succeed? Listen and learn.* The show’s NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss gets her varsity letter this week. Find out where to see her show it off on Saturday.* Shawn shows up just in time to derail the show and turn it into a sports podcast. Sheesh!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Wolverines are ranked above the Spartans. Need we say more?* ROOM 7609: It turns out Dexy’s Midnight Runners had a SECOND decent tune. Who knew?* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 3...

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Listen and learn.* The show’s NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss gets her varsity letter this week. Find out where to see her show it off on Saturday.* Shawn shows up just in time to derail the show and turn it into a sports podcast. Sheesh!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Wolverines are ranked above the Spartans. Need we say more?* ROOM 7609: The last time ML was on Mackinac Island he was hot on someone’s trail. Now, he’s back to help clean up Detroit politics. Marc keeps the ship afloat while technology and Shawn make trouble while Joey paddles to safety.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML zooms in from an undisclosed location on Mackinac Island, where he has travelled to make a major policy announcement.* The policy conference has a schedule full of events, but it’s usually what happens behind the scenes that matters. ML explains.* Hecklers tried to take ML off his game last week. Did they succeed? Listen and learn.* The show’s NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss gets her varsity letter this week. Find out where to see her show it off on Saturday.* Shawn shows up just in time to derail the show and turn it into a sports podcast. Sheesh!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Wolverines are ranked above the Spartans. Need we say more?* ROOM 7609: It turns out Dexy’s Midnight Runners had a SECOND decent tune. Who knew?* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at...]]>3497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-write-stuff-september-14-2021--52617353 * Listeners take over — but only after ML debuts a sweet new video. Marc appreciates the quality, while Shawn seemingly casts a vote against bringing honest change to Detroit politics. Joey votes absentee for a write-in candidate.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Last week’s show featured a 100-year-old woman, so it seems appropriate that ML would kick off the latest episode by debuting a video delving into his relationship with an 80-year-old constituent.* As a pot shop in southwest Detroit teeters on the brink of collapse, listeners take over as the triumvirate review and respond to a collection of provocative and insightful emails sent to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com. Sadly, it has been ages since anyone left a voicemail at BUtterfield8-9070. (HINT HINT)* Shawn says he is concerned that the show has become too political, then derails the show as he delves into a series of political topics.* After Shawn voices a familiar lament that the show is all about ML, a listener’s email shifts the spotlight back to Shawn’s pathetic girly-man hammies.* ML and Dennis from across the street go canvassing — and Dennis makes a big score that leaves ML longing for more.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Tyra Banks’ ex-boyfriend is this week’s geek … giving ML a chance to recount his encounter with the super model who will always rate a 10 in his book.* ROOM 7609: ML struggles to overcome distractions to discuss the music and delve into the career of Shriekback, a band you’ve heard of even though you didn’t realize it. Their atmospheric “This Big Hush” triggers a discussion of the work of Thomas Harris and Michael Mann.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


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Become a supporter of this podcast: 4492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/knight-time-september-7-2021--52617369 * ML reveals a secret about an Eastsider who just turned 100, then provides a cogent critique of Shawn’s new podcast. Marc offers some pro tips to Tad Davis, who drew the short straw and produces Shawn’s show. Joe just smiles and nods, knowingly.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML met Inez Knight when she was 99, but it wasn’t until she turned 100 that he learned how crafty she is.* The show takes a look back at 1921, when the Wolverines were a good football team and one popular movie title captures Shawn’s personality.* Shawn is moonlighting with a new podcast produced by Tad that features their Free Press colleague Carlos Monarrez. ML listened and shares his observations about the OTHER Shawn.* Marc went to the Big House. Shawn went to the Big House and Evanston for the MSU-Northwestern tilt. They discuss what it was like to get back to “normal.”* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A man has chosen to live life as a hobbit. Need we say more?* ROOM 7609: ML is on a mission to celebrate New Wave music and deliver it from relative obscurity. Hence his decision to book The Mission to play their anthem “Deliverance.” * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1661Tue, 07 Sep 2021 18:27:53 +0000ML Elrick* ML reveals a secret about an Eastsider who just turned 100, then provides a cogent critique of Shawn’s new podcast. Marc offers some pro tips to Tad Davis, who drew the short straw and produces Shawn’s show. Joe just smiles and nods, knowingly.* THE... * ML reveals a secret about an Eastsider who just turned 100, then provides a cogent critique of Shawn’s new podcast. Marc offers some pro tips to Tad Davis, who drew the short straw and produces Shawn’s show. Joe just smiles and nods, knowingly.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML met Inez Knight when she was 99, but it wasn’t until she turned 100 that he learned how crafty she is.* The show takes a look back at 1921, when the Wolverines were a good football team and one popular movie title captures Shawn’s personality.* Shawn is moonlighting with a new podcast produced by Tad that features their Free Press colleague Carlos Monarrez. ML listened and shares his observations about the OTHER Shawn.* Marc went to the Big House. Shawn went to the Big House and Evanston for the MSU-Northwestern tilt. They discuss what it was like to get back to “normal.”* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A man has chosen to live life as a hobbit. Need we say more?* ROOM 7609: ML is on a mission to celebrate New Wave music and deliver it from relative obscurity. Hence his decision to book The Mission to play their anthem “Deliverance.” * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4706falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/council-corruption-august-31-2021--52617370 * Two public officials ML investigated get raided by the FBI, and the corruption cloud over Detroit City Hall expands. Shawn shares his SUV envy with Explorer driver Marc, while former Smart car driver Joey steers clear.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn’s sedan has him feeling like less of a man. Sounds about right!* Two city council members and two of their employees were the subjects of FBI raids last week, prompting ML to wax eloquently about the need to restore trust in government.* Marc wonders what the timing of the raids means. As one of Michigan’s foremost experts on public corruption, ML offers his informed opinion.* Our NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss could not join this week’s show because she — and many others — are mourning the loss of her teammate and captain of the MSU rowing team Olivia Long.* Listeners share their concerns and questions about what happens next in the federal investigation of city hall. Listen and learn what ML and the crew have to say.* ML returns to “Let It Rip.”* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Venomous sea snakes who don’t respect other people’s space win this week’s dishonor. ROOM 7609* Picking great New Wave music is as easy as A-B-C, which may be why ML booked the pride of Sheffield to perform “So Hip It Hurts.” * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1650Tue, 31 Aug 2021 18:53:05 +0000ML Elrick* Two public officials ML investigated get raided by the FBI, and the corruption cloud over Detroit City Hall expands. Shawn shares his SUV envy with Explorer driver Marc, while former Smart car driver Joey steers clear.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn’s... * Two public officials ML investigated get raided by the FBI, and the corruption cloud over Detroit City Hall expands. Shawn shares his SUV envy with Explorer driver Marc, while former Smart car driver Joey steers clear.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn’s sedan has him feeling like less of a man. Sounds about right!* Two city council members and two of their employees were the subjects of FBI raids last week, prompting ML to wax eloquently about the need to restore trust in government.* Marc wonders what the timing of the raids means. As one of Michigan’s foremost experts on public corruption, ML offers his informed opinion.* Our NIL athlete Kaleena Kneiss could not join this week’s show because she — and many others — are mourning the loss of her teammate and captain of the MSU rowing team Olivia Long.* Listeners share their concerns and questions about what happens next in the federal investigation of city hall. Listen and learn what ML and the crew have to say.* ML returns to “Let It Rip.”* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Venomous sea snakes who don’t respect other people’s space win this week’s dishonor. ROOM 7609* Picking great New Wave music is as easy as A-B-C, which may be why ML booked the pride of Sheffield to perform “So Hip It Hurts.” * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/raging-tide-august-24-2021--52617373 * A newly uncovered report reveals that ML was right — water officials must install backflow preventers to stop floods! Shawn gushes with outrage, Marc damns unresponsive public officials, and Joey clings to life hoping your generous donations will somehow make him whole.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: In the wake of an outstanding Detroit Free Press report by Christine MacDonald, ML shares the contents of a 2017 investigation that suggests most of the 2021 flooding COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED!* When ML is done ranting, musician and publican John Rutherford reveals that his tuba got soaked — along with thousands of pages of sheet music — when his basement flooded.* In between Shawn’s interruptions and John’s hyping of his music festival, ML tells his Duke Fakir story and asks John to share his experience performing with Motown legends. * Oh, John also once played with the recently departed Don Everly. He has not (yet) been named a suspect in the pioneering country rocker’s death.* Chef Dave Hubbard wants YOU … to work with him at The Butchery. Visit www.thebutcherysl.com or call 248-682-2697 to apply.Elli's House, which was featured on the show a few weeks back, raised $14,000 in their annual fundraiser help fight sex trafficking. To learn more, visit www.ellishouse313.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Long-time Detroit Lion Don Muhlbach got cut on his birthday. But 154 cats suffered a more dire fate on International Homeless Animals Day.* ROOM 7609: William wants more American New Wave. William sent in $10. So we booked Red Rockers of New Orleans into the New Wave suite to perform “Another Day.”* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1634Tue, 24 Aug 2021 18:42:47 +0000ML Elrick* A newly uncovered report reveals that ML was right — water officials must install backflow preventers to stop floods! Shawn gushes with outrage, Marc damns unresponsive public officials, and Joey clings to life hoping your generous donations will... * A newly uncovered report reveals that ML was right — water officials must install backflow preventers to stop floods! Shawn gushes with outrage, Marc damns unresponsive public officials, and Joey clings to life hoping your generous donations will somehow make him whole.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: In the wake of an outstanding Detroit Free Press report by Christine MacDonald, ML shares the contents of a 2017 investigation that suggests most of the 2021 flooding COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED!* When ML is done ranting, musician and publican John Rutherford reveals that his tuba got soaked — along with thousands of pages of sheet music — when his basement flooded.* In between Shawn’s interruptions and John’s hyping of his music festival, ML tells his Duke Fakir story and asks John to share his experience performing with Motown legends. * Oh, John also once played with the recently departed Don Everly. He has not (yet) been named a suspect in the pioneering country rocker’s death.* Chef Dave Hubbard wants YOU … to work with him at The Butchery. Visit www.thebutcherysl.com or call 248-682-2697 to apply.Elli's House, which was featured on the show a few weeks back, raised $14,000 in their annual fundraiser help fight sex trafficking. To learn more, visit www.ellishouse313.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Long-time Detroit Lion Don Muhlbach got cut on his birthday. But 154 cats suffered a more dire fate on International Homeless Animals Day.* ROOM 7609: William wants more American New Wave. William sent in $10. So we booked Red Rockers of New Orleans into the New Wave suite to perform “Another Day.”* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* ML 4 DETROIT: Keep up with the campaign at www.ml4detroit.com or on Twitter, Facebook or InstaGram at ML4DETROIT.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to...]]>4408falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/magnum-m-l-august-17-2021--52617386 * Prince saves the life of one of ML’s former students, who then goes on to work for the Insane Clown Posse. Marc, Shawn and ML learn how Tom Selleck’s mustache is helping raise money for a good cause, while Joey Zuver channels Higgins.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML has overbooked the show — again — but not so much that he doesn’t try to jam in BIG NEWS about a coveted campaign endorsement.* Jason Webber drops in to talk about his book about how Prince saved his life. Then ML tries to make it all about him by mentioning how he, TOO, liked Prince while in high school. (Thank you, Electrifying Mojo!)* Shawn loves Prince. Marc likes the naughty songs. ML is seeking “emotional content.”* Jason tells some favorite stories about his time with the Insane Clown Posse. ML — AGAIN — tries to make it all about him, mentioning his experience at the Gathering of the Juggalos.* August Gitschlag joins in to hype Magnum Eight, a bar night in Hamtramck that raises money for great causes. And —  YES! — ML has a story about that, too.* Chef Dave Hubbard comes in with a big surprise for a birthday boy — and to encourage folks to join him and Chef Julie at The Butchery, which is hiring! Visit www.thebutcherysl.com or call 248-682-2697.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc tries to skip GOW. And somehow pulls it off…* ROOM 7609: …until ML slips it in before opening the New Wave suite with Altered Images and a kinda Shawn Windsor’s birthday inspired selection called “Don’t Talk to Me About Love.”* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1622Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:12:23 +0000ML Elrick* Prince saves the life of one of ML’s former students, who then goes on to work for the Insane Clown Posse. Marc, Shawn and ML learn how Tom Selleck’s mustache is helping raise money for a good cause, while Joey Zuver channels Higgins.* THE STRAIGHT... * Prince saves the life of one of ML’s former students, who then goes on to work for the Insane Clown Posse. Marc, Shawn and ML learn how Tom Selleck’s mustache is helping raise money for a good cause, while Joey Zuver channels Higgins.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML has overbooked the show — again — but not so much that he doesn’t try to jam in BIG NEWS about a coveted campaign endorsement.* Jason Webber drops in to talk about his book about how Prince saved his life. Then ML tries to make it all about him by mentioning how he, TOO, liked Prince while in high school. (Thank you, Electrifying Mojo!)* Shawn loves Prince. Marc likes the naughty songs. ML is seeking “emotional content.”* Jason tells some favorite stories about his time with the Insane Clown Posse. ML — AGAIN — tries to make it all about him, mentioning his experience at the Gathering of the Juggalos.* August Gitschlag joins in to hype Magnum Eight, a bar night in Hamtramck that raises money for great causes. And —  YES! — ML has a story about that, too.* Chef Dave Hubbard comes in with a big surprise for a birthday boy — and to encourage folks to join him and Chef Julie at The Butchery, which is hiring! Visit www.thebutcherysl.com or call 248-682-2697.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc tries to skip GOW. And somehow pulls it off…* ROOM 7609: …until ML slips it in before opening the New Wave suite with Altered Images and a kinda Shawn Windsor’s birthday inspired selection called “Don’t Talk to Me About Love.”* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: 4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/viva-shawn-vegas-august-10-2021--52617392 * The election is over, so it’s time for some behind the scenes stories! We also fill Shawn’s empty chair with our sponsored athlete, MSU rower Kaleena Kniess, and help fight sex trafficking while Shawn dials in from Vegas. Joey Zuver rests after stealing last week’s show!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML dialed in to last week’s show from the campaign trail. Now he shares some crazy tails from the trail. Shawn still feels like ML is holding out.* Marc asks ML how he feels about the results (ML made the run-off and will appear on the Nov. 2 general election ballot), while Kaleena asks ML to divulge his general campaign strategy.* Deb Ellinger of Elli’s House discusses her efforts to combat sex trafficking on the Eastside, which you can help by attending their fundraising gala on Aug. 19 — hosted by the superlative Andrea Isom. Find out how to get involved at www.ellishouse313.org.* Shawn dishes on his previous trips to Vegas — which include a trip to a strip club and a free mango — and updates us on NBA No. 1 Draft Pick Cade Cunningham.* The Butchery is hiring! Visit www.thebutcherysl.com or call 248-682-2697.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn dropped GOW last week, so ML brings it back. Sorry, Sebastian!* ROOM 7609: A week late, Arcadia checks into the New Wave suite with “Election Day.”* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!






Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1608Tue, 10 Aug 2021 18:57:29 +0000ML Elrick* The election is over, so it’s time for some behind the scenes stories! We also fill Shawn’s empty chair with our sponsored athlete, MSU rower Kaleena Kniess, and help fight sex trafficking while Shawn dials in from Vegas. Joey Zuver rests after... * The election is over, so it’s time for some behind the scenes stories! We also fill Shawn’s empty chair with our sponsored athlete, MSU rower Kaleena Kniess, and help fight sex trafficking while Shawn dials in from Vegas. Joey Zuver rests after stealing last week’s show!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML dialed in to last week’s show from the campaign trail. Now he shares some crazy tails from the trail. Shawn still feels like ML is holding out.* Marc asks ML how he feels about the results (ML made the run-off and will appear on the Nov. 2 general election ballot), while Kaleena asks ML to divulge his general campaign strategy.* Deb Ellinger of Elli’s House discusses her efforts to combat sex trafficking on the Eastside, which you can help by attending their fundraising gala on Aug. 19 — hosted by the superlative Andrea Isom. Find out how to get involved at www.ellishouse313.org.* Shawn dishes on his previous trips to Vegas — which include a trip to a strip club and a free mango — and updates us on NBA No. 1 Draft Pick Cade Cunningham.* The Butchery is hiring! Visit www.thebutcherysl.com or call 248-682-2697.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn dropped GOW last week, so ML brings it back. Sorry, Sebastian!* ROOM 7609: A week late, Arcadia checks into the New Wave suite with “Election Day.”* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!






Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4610falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/o-shawn-august-3-2021--52617315 M.L. Elrick left a (somewhat) steady job at the Free Press to run for Detroit's City Council. It was an act of faith, and courage. Today, he finds out if the people thought he was up to the job. Which means he had no time for his podcast!



Oneita Jackson, who also used to work at the Freep, and who is also running for the Council as a write-in candidate, jumped into M.L's seat while he was out campaigning. She and Shawn Windsor try their best to hold down the fort.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE



Oneita has spent her post newspaper career as an author — she's written two books — and a drove a cab for a while, which she included in her first book, "Nappy-headed Negro Syndrome."



She and Shawn discuss her campaign, her books, assumptions based on looks, manners, talking to those that look different from you, and remembering that in the end most of us just want to say hi, smile, and keep moving. 



Also, we check in with M.L. on his final day of the campaign as he eats pizza, shakes a few more hands, and does his best to stay calm as the voting takes place. 



The Butchery is hiring! Hear here how to join Dave’s team.



GEEK OF THE WEEK



M.L. said it was our show for the week. So no geek of the week. 



ROOM 7609



In honor of Mr. Elrick, we stay in England, and select Depeche Mode's "Policy of Truth," which is really in honor of Oneita, who passes along truth like few others.  



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Oneita Jackson, who also used to work at the Freep, and who is also running for the Council as a write-in candidate, jumped into M.L's seat while he was out campaigning. She and Shawn Windsor try their best to hold down the fort.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE



Oneita has spent her post newspaper career as an author — she's written two books — and a drove a cab for a while, which she included in her first book, "Nappy-headed Negro Syndrome."



She and Shawn discuss her campaign, her books, assumptions based on looks, manners, talking to those that look different from you, and remembering that in the end most of us just want to say hi, smile, and keep moving. 



Also, we check in with M.L. on his final day of the campaign as he eats pizza, shakes a few more hands, and does his best to stay calm as the voting takes place. 



The Butchery is hiring! Hear here how to join Dave’s team.



GEEK OF THE WEEK



M.L. said it was our show for the week. So no geek of the week. 



ROOM 7609



In honor of Mr. Elrick, we stay in England, and select Depeche Mode's "Policy of Truth," which is really in honor of Oneita, who passes along truth like few others.  



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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4124falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/water-everywhere-july-27-2021--52617356 * Information floods in on what went wrong with Detroit pumping stations, then the crew reveals the student athlete they will sponsor. MSU rower Kaleena Kneiss immediately joins Shawn and Marc in pummeling ML into submission on her compensation package. Joey Zuver just sits and watches and tries to keep the internet from going down.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit News reporter Beth LeBlanc dials in to discuss her recent report revealing that pumps needed to prevent flooding did not have back-up generators. And that’s just part of the unpreparedness she exposed!* Now that Marc and Shawn have won the debate over whether students athletes should profit off their name, image and likeness, ML introduces Kaleena Kneiss, a member of the Michigan State University rowing team. Negotiations over her compensation commence, and Butchery owner Dave Hubbard enters the fray to sweeten the deal.* Follow Kaleena on social media.* The Butchery is hiring! Hear here how to join Dave’s team.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML is sick of politicians who don’t follow a certain rule. Listen and learn which one!* ROOM 7609: Shawn wants more American New Wave. So he gets it, as X checks into the New Wave Suite with “Burning House of Love.”  He STILL finds something objectionable!* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listeners write. Are they right?* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1585Tue, 27 Jul 2021 19:52:44 +0000ML Elrick* Information floods in on what went wrong with Detroit pumping stations, then the crew reveals the student athlete they will sponsor. MSU rower Kaleena Kneiss immediately joins Shawn and Marc in pummeling ML into submission on her compensation... * Information floods in on what went wrong with Detroit pumping stations, then the crew reveals the student athlete they will sponsor. MSU rower Kaleena Kneiss immediately joins Shawn and Marc in pummeling ML into submission on her compensation package. Joey Zuver just sits and watches and tries to keep the internet from going down.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit News reporter Beth LeBlanc dials in to discuss her recent report revealing that pumps needed to prevent flooding did not have back-up generators. And that’s just part of the unpreparedness she exposed!* Now that Marc and Shawn have won the debate over whether students athletes should profit off their name, image and likeness, ML introduces Kaleena Kneiss, a member of the Michigan State University rowing team. Negotiations over her compensation commence, and Butchery owner Dave Hubbard enters the fray to sweeten the deal.* Follow Kaleena on social media.* The Butchery is hiring! Hear here how to join Dave’s team.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML is sick of politicians who don’t follow a certain rule. Listen and learn which one!* ROOM 7609: Shawn wants more American New Wave. So he gets it, as X checks into the New Wave Suite with “Burning House of Love.”  He STILL finds something objectionable!* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listeners write. Are they right?* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woody-tour-de-force-july-20-2021--52617381 * Woody Woodriffe welcomes ML back to the podcast by sharing his obsession and expertise on the Tour de France. Marc, who is good in the mountains, and Shawn, a natural-born sprinter, try to keep up while Joey Zuver drafts and waits for his chance to claim the Maillot Jaune.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If you love Detroit sports, then you know – and love – Fox 2’s Woody Woodriffe. But did you know how he became the Motor City’s most visible fan of the world’s greatest bicycle race? Listen and learn how it happened.* Woody LOVED Lance Armstrong … until the doping scandal. But nothing will diminish ML’s appreciation for his star turn in “Dodgeball.” * Three weeks ago, ML proposed solutions to the flooding that swamped his home and so many others. Now, city officials are calling for similar solutions — and endorsing some of his other proposals to keep the water out of the bath tub that keeps overflowing!* It wasn’t supposed to spark another Great Debate, but ML’s announcement that the first-ever Soul of Detroit sponsored student athlete will be revealed on next week’s show rekindled the age-old debate.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The guy who paid a fortune to join Jeff Bezos in space – but then missed the boat – wins this week’s prize.* ROOM 7609: Before Woody fell in love with the Tour de France, the world fell in love with Kraftwerk’s Tour de France. Maybe you will, too?* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listeners heap praise upon last week’s show, suggesting that the less is more. ML responds.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1575Tue, 20 Jul 2021 18:37:57 +0000ML Elrick* Woody Woodriffe welcomes ML back to the podcast by sharing his obsession and expertise on the Tour de France. Marc, who is good in the mountains, and Shawn, a natural-born sprinter, try to keep up while Joey Zuver drafts and waits for his chance to... * Woody Woodriffe welcomes ML back to the podcast by sharing his obsession and expertise on the Tour de France. Marc, who is good in the mountains, and Shawn, a natural-born sprinter, try to keep up while Joey Zuver drafts and waits for his chance to claim the Maillot Jaune.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If you love Detroit sports, then you know – and love – Fox 2’s Woody Woodriffe. But did you know how he became the Motor City’s most visible fan of the world’s greatest bicycle race? Listen and learn how it happened.* Woody LOVED Lance Armstrong … until the doping scandal. But nothing will diminish ML’s appreciation for his star turn in “Dodgeball.” * Three weeks ago, ML proposed solutions to the flooding that swamped his home and so many others. Now, city officials are calling for similar solutions — and endorsing some of his other proposals to keep the water out of the bath tub that keeps overflowing!* It wasn’t supposed to spark another Great Debate, but ML’s announcement that the first-ever Soul of Detroit sponsored student athlete will be revealed on next week’s show rekindled the age-old debate.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The guy who paid a fortune to join Jeff Bezos in space – but then missed the boat – wins this week’s prize.* ROOM 7609: Before Woody fell in love with the Tour de France, the world fell in love with Kraftwerk’s Tour de France. Maybe you will, too?* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listeners heap praise upon last week’s show, suggesting that the less is more. ML responds.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>5525falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unity-july-13-2021--52617314 * Drew Lane pops in, as Shawn Windsor & Marc Fellhauer are without ML again. Our fearless host is out on the campaign trail. Everything in sports isn't about the games anymore. Is there anything that could bring the whole United States together?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is back on the campaign trail today as he's running to represent his district on Detroit's City Council. Find out more & donate on his campaign website: ML4Detroit.com.* Marc asks Shawn why sports stories are about everything but the games themselves. The MLB All-Star game has been derailed by Stephen A Smith's take on Shohei Ohtani. The end of the EURO 2020 final led to a predictably racist response for mad England soccer fans.* Drew Lane pops down into his basement to get something and ends up trying to answer Shawns question: Is there any event in sports or culture that can unify the US like the EURO 2020 match brought Italy together?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc has a lot of nominees from bad airline customers to billionaire astronauts. He settles on the poorly run state agencies of the Secretary of State and the Michigan Unemployment Insurance offices.* ROOM 7609: Shawn breaks all of ML's rules but choosing a deceptively sounding band from Cincinnati- The Nationals.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: ML leaves a voicemail and forwards an email response to last weeks Great Debate.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1570Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:51:48 +0000ML Elrick* Drew Lane pops in, as Shawn Windsor & Marc Fellhauer are without ML again. Our fearless host is out on the campaign trail. Everything in sports isn't about the games anymore. Is there anything that could bring the whole United States together?*... * Drew Lane pops in, as Shawn Windsor & Marc Fellhauer are without ML again. Our fearless host is out on the campaign trail. Everything in sports isn't about the games anymore. Is there anything that could bring the whole United States together?* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is back on the campaign trail today as he's running to represent his district on Detroit's City Council. Find out more & donate on his campaign website: ML4Detroit.com.* Marc asks Shawn why sports stories are about everything but the games themselves. The MLB All-Star game has been derailed by Stephen A Smith's take on Shohei Ohtani. The end of the EURO 2020 final led to a predictably racist response for mad England soccer fans.* Drew Lane pops down into his basement to get something and ends up trying to answer Shawns question: Is there any event in sports or culture that can unify the US like the EURO 2020 match brought Italy together?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc has a lot of nominees from bad airline customers to billionaire astronauts. He settles on the poorly run state agencies of the Secretary of State and the Michigan Unemployment Insurance offices.* ROOM 7609: Shawn breaks all of ML's rules but choosing a deceptively sounding band from Cincinnati- The Nationals.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: ML leaves a voicemail and forwards an email response to last weeks Great Debate.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield...

Become a supporter of this...]]>3597falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-nil-sod-1-july-6-2021--52617380 * ML’s political career puts him behind the pulpit, then Marc and Shawn put him behind the 8-ball on student athlete compensation, while Joey Zuver asks when someone is going to finally “show him the money.”* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: One of the things ML likes best about running for office is new life experiences, but even he never expected to end up behind the pulpit at Greater Burnette Baptist Church. Find out how it happened, and see and hear highlights of how it went by watching the replay of the Facebook Live broadcast of the show at ML ELRICK. For the full church experience, watch here.* The Great Debate is back, but the subject is a familiar one: Student-athlete compensation. Sounding like the old man that he is, ML rails at the NCAA’s decision to allow student athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses. Shawn and Marc score SO many points in the argument that ML not only surrenders, he announces that the show will sponsor its own athlete. Stay tuned for details! * Listeners and ML team up to make a donation to Crossroads. Find out how it happened, and how much they’re giving. You can make your own contribution at https://crossroadsofmichigan.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Phil Mickelson and the Ukrainian Army make a strong bid, but can’t overtake the World Anti-Doping Agency, which is responsible for keeping the most compelling Olympic athlete of 2021 out of her best event. ROOM 7609* ML tries to lighten the mood by mixing Wombats and Joy Division. Shawn is still not happy.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listener Nancy gets her licks in on Phil Mickelson while others heap praise on the pod.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1560Tue, 06 Jul 2021 19:06:30 +0000ML Elrick* ML’s political career puts him behind the pulpit, then Marc and Shawn put him behind the 8-ball on student athlete compensation, while Joey Zuver asks when someone is going to finally “show him the money.”* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: One of the things ML... * ML’s political career puts him behind the pulpit, then Marc and Shawn put him behind the 8-ball on student athlete compensation, while Joey Zuver asks when someone is going to finally “show him the money.”* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: One of the things ML likes best about running for office is new life experiences, but even he never expected to end up behind the pulpit at Greater Burnette Baptist Church. Find out how it happened, and see and hear highlights of how it went by watching the replay of the Facebook Live broadcast of the show at ML ELRICK. For the full church experience, watch here.* The Great Debate is back, but the subject is a familiar one: Student-athlete compensation. Sounding like the old man that he is, ML rails at the NCAA’s decision to allow student athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses. Shawn and Marc score SO many points in the argument that ML not only surrenders, he announces that the show will sponsor its own athlete. Stay tuned for details! * Listeners and ML team up to make a donation to Crossroads. Find out how it happened, and how much they’re giving. You can make your own contribution at https://crossroadsofmichigan.org* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Phil Mickelson and the Ukrainian Army make a strong bid, but can’t overtake the World Anti-Doping Agency, which is responsible for keeping the most compelling Olympic athlete of 2021 out of her best event. ROOM 7609* ML tries to lighten the mood by mixing Wombats and Joy Division. Shawn is still not happy.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listener Nancy gets her licks in on Phil Mickelson while others heap praise on the pod.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4882falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-s-waterworld-june-29-2021--52617409 * Two to three feet of water filled ML’s basement in the latest “500-year” flood. And DCFC CEO Sean Mann joins to discuss local soccer success. In between, M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) mix it up while Joey Zuver holds it down.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: While filling in for ML last week, Shawn may have left a faucet running, filling ML’s basement with thousands of gallons of water. The deluge was not enough to extinguish ML’s fiery anguish.* Sean — the “good” Sean — Mann sits in to provide the latest on the turbulent year for Detroit’s only professional sports team to win a championship this millennium: The Detroit City Football Club. The local-boys-made-good play for their latest hardware this Saturday (7/3) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are still available here.* Marc and Sean geek out on soccer, while Shawn puts ML on the defensive for calling soccer a “patient” game … even though it is. Really! Just watch a match!* As expected, ML airs his grievances over how many of his instructions for last week’s show were ignored.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML and Marc rail on the middle school that took two team photos of their cheer team, but only published the one without the team manager who has Down syndrome. Even Shawn is angry!* ROOM 7609: New Wave Dave gets ML in trouble with Shawn for booking Midnight Oil into the New Wave suite to perform “King of the Mountain.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Listeners get out their poison pens as they opine on last week’s ML-less show. Listen and learn who gets pricked!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313...

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5185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-m-i-a-june-22-2021--52617422 * Elrick (Twitter/Facebook/Instagram)is on vacation, yet seems to be playing close attention to the show as his fellow Pulitzer Prizer winner & Detroit Free Press Senior News Director Jim Schaefer (Twitter) fills his seat. Shawn Windsor (Twitter) is also on "vacation", but managed to make it in to discuss the state of journalism. Marc Fellhauer (Twitter)never gets vacations.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Jim Schaefer joins us to try and explain what is happening with the state of journalism. A lack of money is a main issue.* The subscription paywall is a point of contention for some readers seemingly because no one knows how the selection process is made.* Jim feels that there is a blurring between journalist reporting news and columnists espousing their opinions.* Is the Dr. Robert Anderson/University of Michigan scandal protested by a "blue wall" in the media? Shouldn't this big a bigger story nation wide?* The fill-ins call ML to find out what is so important that he couldn't make the show today.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc names the Randolph Township Board of Education in New Jersey the geek of the week for flip flopping all over the place for fear of upsetting anyone only to end up right where they started.* ROOM 7609: Shawn infuriates ML by selecting a great song by a popular band.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1546Tue, 22 Jun 2021 18:47:05 +0000ML Elrick* Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/)is on vacation, yet seems to be playing close attention to the show as his fellow Pulitzer Prizer winner & Detroit Free... * Elrick (Twitter/Facebook/Instagram)is on vacation, yet seems to be playing close attention to the show as his fellow Pulitzer Prizer winner & Detroit Free Press Senior News Director Jim Schaefer (Twitter) fills his seat. Shawn Windsor (Twitter) is also on "vacation", but managed to make it in to discuss the state of journalism. Marc Fellhauer (Twitter)never gets vacations.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Jim Schaefer joins us to try and explain what is happening with the state of journalism. A lack of money is a main issue.* The subscription paywall is a point of contention for some readers seemingly because no one knows how the selection process is made.* Jim feels that there is a blurring between journalist reporting news and columnists espousing their opinions.* Is the Dr. Robert Anderson/University of Michigan scandal protested by a "blue wall" in the media? Shouldn't this big a bigger story nation wide?* The fill-ins call ML to find out what is so important that he couldn't make the show today.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc names the Randolph Township Board of Education in New Jersey the geek of the week for flip flopping all over the place for fear of upsetting anyone only to end up right where they started.* ROOM 7609: Shawn infuriates ML by selecting a great song by a popular band.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: 4241falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ministry-music-june-15-2021--52617324 * Our church correspondent provides an eye-witness account of Kwame Kilpatrick’s Sunday sermon before we debut a new release from The King’s English and delve into the career of Ministry. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) carry on while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) recuperates. Joey Zuver rocks out with his socks off. Or something like that…* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML tells a hairy tale of the epic fail of his 2007 beater on his way to a campaign fundraiser hockey game. Find out whether he made it to the rink on time — and who won a sweet medal.* Zak Pashak of Detroit Bikes isn’t just the coolest impresario on two wheels, he moonlights as a roving reporter. This week, he recounts what he saw and heard when he sat in on Kwame Kilpatrick’s trip behind the pulpit at Detroit’s Historic Little Rock Baptist Church.  * Renaissance man Max Prokop — attorney, singer, songwriter, bassist, lead guitarist, you name it — unveils the new video for The King’s English. Max also plays in The Smiths United and Shasta Fox. Catch Shasta Fox on 6/30 at The Traffic Jam, when they headline ML’s first public campaign fundraiser. To sign up, click here.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A dirtbag — it takes more than DNA to make a dad — who paid his last child support bill with 80,000 pennies unintentionally inspired his kids to donate the dough to a domestic violence shelter. That, in turn, inspired ML, Marc and Shawn to pledge to contribute every donation to the show made in June to Crossroads in Detroit. ML also pledges to match those donations. Find out more about Crossroads at https://crossroadsofmichigan.org* ROOM 7609: Listener Todd wanted to hear some Ministry. So we give him — and the world — more than it bargained for.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!

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Become a supporter of this...]]>4632falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kilpatrick-speaks-june-8-2021--52617387 * Kwame Kilpatrick is getting married and becoming a preacher, according to an exclusive report at DeadlineDetroit.com. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) discuss the news with DeadlineDetroit.com Editor Allan Lengel, who spoke with Hizzoner. Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) is under the weather and Joey Zuver is underwhelmed.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: This was shaping up to be a ho-hum episode when Allan sent ML a text alerting him to Allan’s exclusive interview with Kwame Kilpatrick for DeadlineDetroit.com.* Allan dishes on how he got the former mayor to open up about his life after prison, the sermons he plans to speak in Detroit and his future plans.* Marc tells Allan he’s still skeptical about Kilpatrick.* ML wants to know more about the marriage.* Shawn shares a yawn.* Allan and ML opine on whether Kilpatrick was REALLY shocked when the jury in his federal trial on racketeering and public corruption charges delivered its verdict.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Feds snooping on reporters, and bigoted boaters can’t compete with the guy who claimed he killed an iguana in self-defense in the competition to be this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: “Sinead O’Connor is a New Wave artist?” a shocked Shawn says. ML explains, with a little lesson on MC Lyte thrown in for good measure.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: You ask some good questions. Do our answers measure up? Listen and see, er, hear!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit!

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Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) is under the weather and Joey Zuver is underwhelmed.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: This was shaping up to be a ho-hum episode when Allan sent ML a text alerting him to Allan’s exclusive interview with Kwame Kilpatrick for DeadlineDetroit.com.* Allan dishes on how he got the former mayor to open up about his life after prison, the sermons he plans to speak in Detroit and his future plans.* Marc tells Allan he’s still skeptical about Kilpatrick.* ML wants to know more about the marriage.* Shawn shares a yawn.* Allan and ML opine on whether Kilpatrick was REALLY shocked when the jury in his federal trial on racketeering and public corruption charges delivered its verdict.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Feds snooping on reporters, and bigoted boaters can’t compete with the guy who claimed he killed an iguana in self-defense in the competition to be this week’s geek.* ROOM 7609: “Sinead O’Connor is a New Wave artist?” a shocked Shawn says. ML explains, with a little lesson on MC Lyte thrown in for good measure.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: You ask some good questions. Do our answers measure up? Listen and see, er, hear!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of...]]>4511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/detroit-lyin-june-1-2021--52617329 * Detroit Lions beat writer Dave Birkett (Twitter @DaveBirkett) has covered hope, heartbreak, hard times — everything but a playoff victory. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) ask what it’s like to stare into the oblivion for a living. Joey Zuver thinks they’re talking about HIS job!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Seriously! This is your ABSOLUTELY LAST CHANCE to order your Soul of Detroit bike at www.drewandmikestore.com. SERIOUSLY!!!* You won’t need a bike to get around downtown if you can catch a FREE ride with GEST Carts. CEO Damon Dickens talks about his alternative to Uber and Lyft … and did we mention it’s FREE? Visit www.gestcarts.com or call 313-770-2273* This isn’t a sports podcast, so we try to connect with Detroit Lions beat writer Dave Birkett on a HUMAN LEVEL. Dave talks about how he approaches what almost always turns out to be a disappointing season.* Shawn asks a long question. ML takes note.* ML mounts a furious, but futile, defense of John L Smith.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Yet another passenger who thought she was free to move about the cabin and throw haymakers at a flight attendant wins this week’s (dis)honor. * ROOM 7609: A FOS — Fan of Shawn — invites Adam and the Ants to perform “Here Comes the Grump” in the New Wave suite. Somehow Paul McCartney is involved.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Chloe asked last week how the City of Detroit plans to spend nearly $900 million in federal aid. ML did some digging and has some answers about how Mayor Mike Duggan wants to spend more than half of that dough.* Michelle asked Shawn to do some digging. Listen and learn whether he came through.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial...

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CEO Damon Dickens talks about his alternative to Uber and Lyft … and did we mention it’s FREE? Visit www.gestcarts.com or call 313-770-2273* This isn’t a sports podcast, so we try to connect with Detroit Lions beat writer Dave Birkett on a HUMAN LEVEL. Dave talks about how he approaches what almost always turns out to be a disappointing season.* Shawn asks a long question. ML takes note.* ML mounts a furious, but futile, defense of John L Smith.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Yet another passenger who thought she was free to move about the cabin and throw haymakers at a flight attendant wins this week’s (dis)honor. * ROOM 7609: A FOS — Fan of Shawn — invites Adam and the Ants to perform “Here Comes the Grump” in the New Wave suite. Somehow Paul McCartney is involved.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Chloe asked last week how the City of Detroit plans to spend nearly $900 million in federal aid. ML did some digging and has some answers about how Mayor Mike Duggan wants to spend more than half of that dough.* Michelle asked Shawn to do some digging. Listen and learn whether he came through.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on...]]>4505falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-waves-humblebrags-may-25-2021--52617363 * Every reporter has a story they thought would make a splash that instead made a thud. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) reflect on the potential blockbusters that failed to excite the public. Joey Zuver is too polite to say whether this show topic falls into that category. Plus, ML's hubristic Yin & Shawn's humble Yang.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Get your order in before May 31 for your Soul of Detroit bike at www.drewandmikestore.com before time expires!* Before the show gets to the subject at hand, there is a lengthy discussion of some nasty stuff, from long johns Marc found in the Big House johns to, well, we can’t blame you if you speed through the first few minutes.* Listener Kendell asked a few weeks ago which stories seemed destined to shiver the Detroit River and shake the lake but, somehow, didn’t even make a splash. So ML goes through a litany of his exposes on mayoral expenses to public officials mistreating women to shady or slacker elected officials that did not result in a public outcry.* The triumvirate debates why some stories provoke outrage in some places and at some times, while the same subjects have fallen flat here. * Shawn bemoans the new emphasis on stories that will generate subscriptions and public engagement over just plain interesting stuff. * ML says a story’s failure to elicit public interest is really a failure of the reporter/writer to demonstrate how it impacts them … then he realizes that means the failure of his fizzled stories might be because he didn’t do a good enough job!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Fredo Cuomo and CNN take the clown crown for their role in helping Sonny Cuomo deal with a crisis of his own making. * ROOM 7609: Marc and Shawn have a good laugh at ML’s expense as he nobly tries to respond to the wishes of a loyal listener. After that foolishness is exhausted, the boys enjoy “Legal Tender” by the B-52s.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Shawn love … Keith Appling … and nearly a billion dollars in federal assistance dominate this week’s correspondence.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.*

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Plus, ML's hubristic Yin & Shawn's humble Yang.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Get your order in before May 31 for your Soul of Detroit bike at www.drewandmikestore.com before time expires!* Before the show gets to the subject at hand, there is a lengthy discussion of some nasty stuff, from long johns Marc found in the Big House johns to, well, we can’t blame you if you speed through the first few minutes.* Listener Kendell asked a few weeks ago which stories seemed destined to shiver the Detroit River and shake the lake but, somehow, didn’t even make a splash. So ML goes through a litany of his exposes on mayoral expenses to public officials mistreating women to shady or slacker elected officials that did not result in a public outcry.* The triumvirate debates why some stories provoke outrage in some places and at some times, while the same subjects have fallen flat here. * Shawn bemoans the new emphasis on stories that will generate subscriptions and public engagement over just plain interesting stuff. * ML says a story’s failure to elicit public interest is really a failure of the reporter/writer to demonstrate how it impacts them … then he realizes that means the failure of his fizzled stories might be because he didn’t do a good enough job!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Fredo Cuomo and CNN take the clown crown for their role in helping Sonny Cuomo deal with a crisis of his own making. * ROOM 7609: Marc and Shawn have a good laugh at ML’s expense as he nobly tries to respond to the wishes of a loyal listener. After that foolishness is exhausted, the boys enjoy “Legal Tender” by the B-52s.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Shawn love … Keith Appling … and nearly a billion dollars in federal assistance dominate this week’s correspondence.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* 5268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-the-dietz-may-18-2021--52617335 * Kevin Dietz dishes on his career in journalism, from Cheboygan to the Gulf War to Naked Golf — and everything in between. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) sit in rapt attention for Dietz’ rap while Joey Zuver lays down a phat beat.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML reveals the never-before-told tale of how in 2006 he was brought in to possibly replace Kevin at WDIV — and how that worked out. (Spoiler alert: By 2007, ML was back at the Free Press.)* Kevin reflects on his career and how ill-prepared he was to become an investigative reporter after only covering women’s volleyball and basketball at Western Michigan University. (Go Broncos!)* Marc brings up – what else – naked golf, while ML tries to focus on more weighty subjects.* Find out what happened to Kevin when he took an anchor man with him to cover the Gulf War with little more than golf shirts.Guess where Chris Hansen got the idea to jackpot pervs on TV? None other than your boy K-Dietz.* Keep up with Kevin at www.dietzconnect.com or on Twitter @kevincdeitz.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A CEO who gave front-line workers a raise, then took it away then took home his biggest ever payday also gets to take this week’s prize as GOW. * ROOM 7609: After Bauhaus, but before Love and Rockets, Daniel Ash was kicking ass in a side project called Tones on Tail, which is all systems “Go” in the New Wave suite.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-intere...

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(Spoiler alert: By 2007, ML was back at the Free Press.)* Kevin reflects on his career and how ill-prepared he was to become an investigative reporter after only covering women’s volleyball and basketball at Western Michigan University. (Go Broncos!)* Marc brings up – what else – naked golf, while ML tries to focus on more weighty subjects.* Find out what happened to Kevin when he took an anchor man with him to cover the Gulf War with little more than golf shirts.Guess where Chris Hansen got the idea to jackpot pervs on TV? None other than your boy K-Dietz.* Keep up with Kevin at www.dietzconnect.com or on Twitter @kevincdeitz.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A CEO who gave front-line workers a raise, then took it away then took home his biggest ever payday also gets to take this week’s prize as GOW. * ROOM 7609: After Bauhaus, but before Love and Rockets, Daniel Ash was kicking ass in a side project called Tones on Tail, which is all systems “Go” in the New Wave suite.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on...]]>5426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-dpd-to-gop-may-11-2021--52617393 * Chief James Craig is giving up police work for politics. Pundit Tracey Martin joins the crew to speculate on his chances. Follow us all on social media Tracey Martin (Twitter @CoffeePolitico), M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor). Professor Matt returns; coincidentally, Joey Zuver prepares to transfer to an accredited podcast.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit Police Chief James Craig and ML spent a lot of time together last summer during the Detroit Will Breathe marches. Now the chief is following ML into … politics? To find out what he may be running for and which party he may be running in, you’ll have to tune in.* Marc asks Tracey whether Mayor Mike Duggan can be beat. She answers immediately and unequivocally.* Tracey breaks down some of the other Detroit contests, offering her take on the odds a Coleman Young will return to the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center (aka “city hall.”)* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A disgraced Michigan lawmaker who sued The Detroit News gets his comeuppance — and a $20,000 bill. But at least he won this honor!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Matt Jennings is back … and badder than ever.* ROOM 7609: It’s our 101st episode, so we book Depeche Mode into the New Wave suite to perform “Nothing,” which is included in their landmark two-disc album “101.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our mail bag is empty, leaving plenty of room next week for missives e-mailed to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt,

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Now the chief is following ML into … politics? To find out what he may be running for and which party he may be running in, you’ll have to tune in.* Marc asks Tracey whether Mayor Mike Duggan can be beat. She answers immediately and unequivocally.* Tracey breaks down some of the other Detroit contests, offering her take on the odds a Coleman Young will return to the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center (aka “city hall.”)* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A disgraced Michigan lawmaker who sued The Detroit News gets his comeuppance — and a $20,000 bill. But at least he won this honor!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Matt Jennings is back … and badder than ever.* ROOM 7609: It’s our 101st episode, so we book Depeche Mode into the New Wave suite to perform “Nothing,” which is included in their landmark two-disc album “101.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our mail bag is empty, leaving plenty of room next week for missives e-mailed to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our limited-edition, hand-made in Detroit commemorate bike — available for pre-sale through May 31. We also have hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to...]]>5375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-bobby-bikes-may-4-2021--52617340 * Mike Rataj explains how he got Kwame Kilpatrick crony Bobby Ferguson out of prison. Then Zak Pashak of Detroit Bikes unveils the limited-edition, made-in-Detroit, commemorative Soul of Detroit bike. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) celebrate 100 episodes while Joey Zuver mourns his misspent youth.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Mike Rataj explains, as only he can, how he got Bobby Ferguson out of prison after serving less than half of his 21-year sentence.* Rataj says Bobby is remorseful, but is stumped when Marc asks him if Bobby and Kilpatrick have been in touch.* Make sure the kids aren’t listening as Rataj provides his perspective on the prosecution’s efforts to keep Bobby locked up.* ML asks Rataj if he thinks the judge was reconsidering the wisdom of the lengthy sentences she handed down, prompting Rataj to share a private conversation he had with the judge.* Zak Pashak tells the story of how he came from Calgary to Detroit to create the largest bike manufacturing plant in America.* Detroit Bikes and the podcast teamed up to create limited edition, hand-made, commemorate made-in-Detroit bikes that are available for pre-sale to mark the podcast’s 100th episode. * ML’s friend Dave Clegg died last week, but his life will never stop inspiring those who knew him. Here’s the tribute ML wrote in the Macomb Daily.* ML urges you to like, subscribe and follow his campaign on social media. The campaign handle is ML4DETROIT. To learn more, volunteer or donate, the campaign website is http://www.ml4detroit.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Michigan politicians who say they want to improve voting — but won’t fix the one thing everyone agrees needs to be fixed — are elected GOW.* ROOM 7609: Kelly took a shot at Shawn last week, and requested Bronski Beat this week. Cue “Smalltown Boy!” * FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Kendell wants to know about big stories … Ariana wonders why everyone else seems to be doing big projects … and Thad loves him some Shawn.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1483Tue, 04 May 2021 19:33:37 +0000ML Elrick* Mike Rataj explains how he got Kwame Kilpatrick crony Bobby Ferguson out of prison. Then Zak Pashak of Detroit Bikes unveils the limited-edition, made-in-Detroit, commemorative Soul of Detroit bike. M.L. Elrick... * Mike Rataj explains how he got Kwame Kilpatrick crony Bobby Ferguson out of prison. Then Zak Pashak of Detroit Bikes unveils the limited-edition, made-in-Detroit, commemorative Soul of Detroit bike. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) celebrate 100 episodes while Joey Zuver mourns his misspent youth.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Mike Rataj explains, as only he can, how he got Bobby Ferguson out of prison after serving less than half of his 21-year sentence.* Rataj says Bobby is remorseful, but is stumped when Marc asks him if Bobby and Kilpatrick have been in touch.* Make sure the kids aren’t listening as Rataj provides his perspective on the prosecution’s efforts to keep Bobby locked up.* ML asks Rataj if he thinks the judge was reconsidering the wisdom of the lengthy sentences she handed down, prompting Rataj to share a private conversation he had with the judge.* Zak Pashak tells the story of how he came from Calgary to Detroit to create the largest bike manufacturing plant in America.* Detroit Bikes and the podcast teamed up to create limited edition, hand-made, commemorate made-in-Detroit bikes that are available for pre-sale to mark the podcast’s 100th episode. * ML’s friend Dave Clegg died last week, but his life will never stop inspiring those who knew him. Here’s the tribute ML wrote in the Macomb Daily.* ML urges you to like, subscribe and follow his campaign on social media. The campaign handle is ML4DETROIT. To learn more, volunteer or donate, the campaign website is http://www.ml4detroit.com* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Michigan politicians who say they want to improve voting — but won’t fix the one thing everyone agrees needs to be fixed — are elected GOW.* ROOM 7609: Kelly took a shot at Shawn last week, and requested Bronski Beat this week. Cue “Smalltown Boy!” * FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Kendell wants to know about big stories … Ariana wonders why everyone else seems to be doing big projects … and Thad loves him some Shawn.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt,

Become a supporter of...]]>6507falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/city-hall-circus-april-27-2021--52617425 * A stealth effort to wipe out Mayor Mike Duggan and a top councilwoman emerged this week, so we turn to our city hall insider Darren Nichols for his insights. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) sit in rapt attention as Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) breaks it down. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) crams for his exam while Joey Zuver concentrates on his remote learning.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Just when candidates thought they had secured a spot on the ballot, opponents are trying to take them out on technicalities. ML and Darren discuss whether their success could return a measure of unpredictability to city council unseen since the days of Monica Conyers, Sharon McPhail and Kay Everett.* Who is trying to take out Mayor Mike Duggan and Councilwoman Janee Ayers — and why?* Marc asks who is running for the city-wide council seats, and why it matters where you run from. ML discusses his decision not to run city-wide — and why some people may be regretting their decision NOT to run.* ML and Darren reminisce about the bad ol’ days of Detroit City Clowncil.You can follow ML's campaign on social media using the handle ML4DETROIT or by visiting his website, www.ML4DETROIT.com* Shawn, feeling left out, shares tales from the wrong side of the track … in Ann Arbor!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A woman who rented “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” wins this week’s award — but not for renting “Sabrina the Teenage Witch.”* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt is back and better than … (n)ever?* ROOM 7609: Listener Craig compares “The Call” to “The Outfield,” prompting a deep dive into the two bands and a performance of “Who’s That Man.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: We turn the show over to your feedback … and, of course, Shawn is a hot topic!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1467Tue, 27 Apr 2021 19:11:40 +0000ML Elrick* A stealth effort to wipe out Mayor Mike Duggan and a top councilwoman emerged this week, so we turn to our city hall insider Darren Nichols for his insights. M.L. Elrick... * A stealth effort to wipe out Mayor Mike Duggan and a top councilwoman emerged this week, so we turn to our city hall insider Darren Nichols for his insights. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) sit in rapt attention as Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) breaks it down. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) crams for his exam while Joey Zuver concentrates on his remote learning.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Just when candidates thought they had secured a spot on the ballot, opponents are trying to take them out on technicalities. ML and Darren discuss whether their success could return a measure of unpredictability to city council unseen since the days of Monica Conyers, Sharon McPhail and Kay Everett.* Who is trying to take out Mayor Mike Duggan and Councilwoman Janee Ayers — and why?* Marc asks who is running for the city-wide council seats, and why it matters where you run from. ML discusses his decision not to run city-wide — and why some people may be regretting their decision NOT to run.* ML and Darren reminisce about the bad ol’ days of Detroit City Clowncil.You can follow ML's campaign on social media using the handle ML4DETROIT or by visiting his website, www.ML4DETROIT.com* Shawn, feeling left out, shares tales from the wrong side of the track … in Ann Arbor!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A woman who rented “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” wins this week’s award — but not for renting “Sabrina the Teenage Witch.”* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt is back and better than … (n)ever?* ROOM 7609: Listener Craig compares “The Call” to “The Outfield,” prompting a deep dive into the two bands and a performance of “Who’s That Man.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: We turn the show over to your feedback … and, of course, Shawn is a hot topic!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * 5557falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-windsor-april-20-2021--52617397 * Shawn ascends to the throne as we dive into the House of Windsor, where Milk Duds have replaced Turkish Delight as the royal confection of choice.* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) bow to His Highness Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor). Joey Zuver hangs around … just in case Shawn abdicates.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Our royal watching begins with a Saturday Night Live skit looking at what the Windsors are like behind closed doors and in which Fred Armisen and Bill Hader share the throne as the kings of comedy.* Shawn ignited a firestorm when he ended our last episode with an anecdote about his Milk Dud habit. So we share listeners’ responses — and at least one conspiracy theory.* Writhing in the spotlight, Shawn leads the boys through several meandering yarns — making ML seem concise in comparison.* Armed robbery, kidnapping, you name it. Shawn has seen it all … even if he’s reluctant to dish.* Marc cues up two videos calling for the immediate resignation of Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland — one featuring ML, and one starring his mom. Guess which one is more concise and to the point?* Marc calls out Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who said she traveled out of state to see her sick father. ML and Shawn say “not so fast,” arguing that visiting a sick relative is different from other state officials who went down south to party. Then, out of the blue, Shawn tells some more crazy stories.* Shockingly, ML finds a way to plug his city council campaign. You can find out more via his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com, where you can volunteer, donate, whatever.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Most celebrities are flattered to be parodied on The Simpsons. Of course, most celebrities — most people — have a better sense of humor than Morrissey. * ROOM 7609: Sure, he’s thin-skinned, but Morrissey is still a New Wave icon and master of social commentary, as demonstrated in his anthem the “National Front Disco.”* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! *

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1456Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:34:08 +0000ML Elrick* Shawn ascends to the throne as we dive into the House of Windsor, where Milk Duds have replaced Turkish Delight as the royal confection of choice.* M.L. Elrick... * Shawn ascends to the throne as we dive into the House of Windsor, where Milk Duds have replaced Turkish Delight as the royal confection of choice.* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) bow to His Highness Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor). Joey Zuver hangs around … just in case Shawn abdicates.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Our royal watching begins with a Saturday Night Live skit looking at what the Windsors are like behind closed doors and in which Fred Armisen and Bill Hader share the throne as the kings of comedy.* Shawn ignited a firestorm when he ended our last episode with an anecdote about his Milk Dud habit. So we share listeners’ responses — and at least one conspiracy theory.* Writhing in the spotlight, Shawn leads the boys through several meandering yarns — making ML seem concise in comparison.* Armed robbery, kidnapping, you name it. Shawn has seen it all … even if he’s reluctant to dish.* Marc cues up two videos calling for the immediate resignation of Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland — one featuring ML, and one starring his mom. Guess which one is more concise and to the point?* Marc calls out Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who said she traveled out of state to see her sick father. ML and Shawn say “not so fast,” arguing that visiting a sick relative is different from other state officials who went down south to party. Then, out of the blue, Shawn tells some more crazy stories.* Shockingly, ML finds a way to plug his city council campaign. You can find out more via his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com, where you can volunteer, donate, whatever.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Most celebrities are flattered to be parodied on The Simpsons. Of course, most celebrities — most people — have a better sense of humor than Morrissey. * ROOM 7609: Sure, he’s thin-skinned, but Morrissey is still a New Wave icon and master of social commentary, as demonstrated in his anthem the “National Front Disco.”* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! *

Become a supporter of this podcast: 5508falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/super-zeros-april-13-2021--52617320 * Star War author Charles Soule forsakes Skywalker Ranch for the Red Shovel basement to rap about his career as a comic book writer and novelist. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) pitches his Kilpatrick book proposal to Soule while Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) Marvel at the breadth of Soule’s work. Daredevil Joey Zuver doesn’t see a problem with any of it — he SENSES a problem.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML makes news off the top, calling for Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland to resign IMMEDIATELY. ML has been exposing Leland’s wrongdoing for years.* Charles talks about his latest endeavor, the new Star Wars series “The High Republic.” Find out more about his work at https://www.charlessoule.com* Charles, who pronounces his last name “soul,” tells the Soul crew how he went from lawyer to comic book writer, musician, novelist and screenwriter. He has a bunch of his own titles, but has also written Daredevil, She-Hulk and Death of Wolverine, among other super groovy comics. Oh, he also speaks Mandarin. (Yeah, ML is jealous…just not about the Chinese language skills, though that IS pretty cool!)* Marc asks what it’s like to start writing about characters that are so well-established.* Shawn seeks out some tips on writing. Shawn’s bosses hope he took some notes.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A home inspector who did more than tickle Elmo takes this week’s prize.* ROOM 7609: Incredibly, Marc claims he has not heard of Yazoo, known on this side of the pond as Yaz. The iconic New Wave duo sings about something Marc is very familiar with in their tune “Bad Connection.”* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1449Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:56:41 +0000ML Elrick* Star War author Charles Soule forsakes Skywalker Ranch for the Red Shovel basement to rap about his career as a comic book writer and novelist. M.L. Elrick... * Star War author Charles Soule forsakes Skywalker Ranch for the Red Shovel basement to rap about his career as a comic book writer and novelist. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) pitches his Kilpatrick book proposal to Soule while Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) Marvel at the breadth of Soule’s work. Daredevil Joey Zuver doesn’t see a problem with any of it — he SENSES a problem.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML makes news off the top, calling for Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland to resign IMMEDIATELY. ML has been exposing Leland’s wrongdoing for years.* Charles talks about his latest endeavor, the new Star Wars series “The High Republic.” Find out more about his work at https://www.charlessoule.com* Charles, who pronounces his last name “soul,” tells the Soul crew how he went from lawyer to comic book writer, musician, novelist and screenwriter. He has a bunch of his own titles, but has also written Daredevil, She-Hulk and Death of Wolverine, among other super groovy comics. Oh, he also speaks Mandarin. (Yeah, ML is jealous…just not about the Chinese language skills, though that IS pretty cool!)* Marc asks what it’s like to start writing about characters that are so well-established.* Shawn seeks out some tips on writing. Shawn’s bosses hope he took some notes.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A home inspector who did more than tickle Elmo takes this week’s prize.* ROOM 7609: Incredibly, Marc claims he has not heard of Yazoo, known on this side of the pond as Yaz. The iconic New Wave duo sings about something Marc is very familiar with in their tune “Bad Connection.”* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT!
5111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-real-anchorman-april-6-2021--52617343 * Mort Crim anchors an encounter with fellow WDIV alum ML Elrick (in which it becomes clear that ML’s work at Local 4 made no impression whatsoever on the legendary newsman).* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) enjoy a convivial conversation while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) shows off his new haircut. Joey Zuver wiles the time studying many leather-bound volumes.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The plan was ML would yammer on and on and on about the official launch of his campaign for Detroit City Council … but then he was able to book Mort Crim, who is promoting his new book, and so the show ended up being pretty interesting despite ML’s best efforts!* Mort, again, showing not even a glimmer that he was aware of ML’s time at WDIV, talks about his affair with pioneering former NBC anchorwoman Jessica Savitch, which his revealed in his memoir “Anchored: A Journalist’s Search for Truth.”* Faith — his early faith, the evolution of his faith, and the hard-core conservative faith of Paul Harvey’s wife, Angel — play an important role in Mort’s life. Listen and find out how.* Mort discusses how, after retiring from WDIV, he became a cultural icon as the inspiration for Will Ferrell’s “Anchorman,” provided the lead-in to The White Stripes’ classic “Little Acorns,” and offered self-parodying bon mots on “Detroiters.” * You can find Mort’s book at your local bookseller, buy a copy he will sign and inscribe to your specification at www.mortcrimspeaks.com or on Amazon. * Shawn listens respectfully as the adults speak, then calls an audible and demands that Marc and ML get right to listener feedback.* Once Shawn has moved on to watch the Tigers, ML finds a way to plug his city council campaign, which officially kicked off on Monday. You can find out more via his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com. He shamelessness asks for donations, which are quick and easy on the website.* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Right out of the Gaet-z, ML takes a shot at Q, then rails at corporations who took money to save jobs — but laid people off anyway — and who not only didn’t pay taxes, but got money BACK from the government. Marc doesn’t have a problem with it.* ROOM 7609:  ML came up with a Bee Gees themed intro for Mort Crim, mainly so he could justify playing the precursors to New Wave and tee up Shawn, who has been raving about a Bee Gees documentary for weeks. But before the first strains of “Tragedy” play, Shawn plays out a podcast tragedy and dips out to get back to work. Bad Shawn — BAD!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.*

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1438Tue, 06 Apr 2021 18:46:52 +0000ML Elrick* Mort Crim anchors an encounter with fellow WDIV alum ML Elrick (in which it becomes clear that ML’s work at Local 4 made no impression whatsoever on the legendary newsman).* M.L. Elrick... * Mort Crim anchors an encounter with fellow WDIV alum ML Elrick (in which it becomes clear that ML’s work at Local 4 made no impression whatsoever on the legendary newsman).* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) enjoy a convivial conversation while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) shows off his new haircut. Joey Zuver wiles the time studying many leather-bound volumes.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The plan was ML would yammer on and on and on about the official launch of his campaign for Detroit City Council … but then he was able to book Mort Crim, who is promoting his new book, and so the show ended up being pretty interesting despite ML’s best efforts!* Mort, again, showing not even a glimmer that he was aware of ML’s time at WDIV, talks about his affair with pioneering former NBC anchorwoman Jessica Savitch, which his revealed in his memoir “Anchored: A Journalist’s Search for Truth.”* Faith — his early faith, the evolution of his faith, and the hard-core conservative faith of Paul Harvey’s wife, Angel — play an important role in Mort’s life. Listen and find out how.* Mort discusses how, after retiring from WDIV, he became a cultural icon as the inspiration for Will Ferrell’s “Anchorman,” provided the lead-in to The White Stripes’ classic “Little Acorns,” and offered self-parodying bon mots on “Detroiters.” * You can find Mort’s book at your local bookseller, buy a copy he will sign and inscribe to your specification at www.mortcrimspeaks.com or on Amazon. * Shawn listens respectfully as the adults speak, then calls an audible and demands that Marc and ML get right to listener feedback.* Once Shawn has moved on to watch the Tigers, ML finds a way to plug his city council campaign, which officially kicked off on Monday. You can find out more via his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com. He shamelessness asks for donations, which are quick and easy on the website.* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Right out of the Gaet-z, ML takes a shot at Q, then rails at corporations who took money to save jobs — but laid people off anyway — and who not only didn’t pay taxes, but got money BACK from the government. Marc doesn’t have a problem with it.* ROOM 7609:  ML came up with a Bee Gees themed intro for Mort Crim, mainly so he could justify playing the precursors to New Wave and tee up Shawn, who has been raving about a Bee Gees documentary for weeks. But before the first strains of “Tragedy” play, Shawn plays out a podcast tragedy and dips out to get back to work. Bad Shawn — BAD!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.*

Become a supporter of this podcast: 4951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celeb-sightings-shots-march-30-2021--52617350 * Celebrity sightings, shyness, covid shots and ML’s surprise alternate identities dominate the top of the show.* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) get the ball rolling while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) follows the bouncing ball in Indy. Joey Zuver turns autograph seekers away.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML planned to start off marking the anniversary of his COVID-19 test and playing video from his recent vaccination, but the crew somehow gets off on a tangent about whether they would ask a celebrity for their autograph. A series of stories about their brushes with greatness follow, in which ML reveals that he has occasionally adopted the persona of certain colleagues when approached by the viewing public.* ML finally gets around to talking about his vaccination, which knocked him on his ass … but he’s back on his feet! Hear the whole story. Or go to Facebook page ML ELRICK and see for yourself.* Shawn dials in from Indy, for better or worse.* Some random thoughts on Opening Day and ML’s fond memories of working as a vendor on one of the most lucrative days of the year.* You won’t believe what’s up next (he types, sarcastically): A quick update on ML’s city council campaign!  This is probably a good spot to mention his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Our March Madness style tournament ends with a winner who says she shouldn’t have to pay out a billion dollars because you shouldn’t have believed all that crazy stuff she swore was true! * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Matt is back … with laffs?* ROOM 7609: The ironically-named Joy Division checks in with a mournful lament they call “No Love Lost.” * FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Hudson’s, The Return of the Great Debate and bodega madness are on your minds* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1427Tue, 30 Mar 2021 19:07:35 +0000ML Elrick* Celebrity sightings, shyness, covid shots and ML’s surprise alternate identities dominate the top of the show.* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), and... * Celebrity sightings, shyness, covid shots and ML’s surprise alternate identities dominate the top of the show.* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) get the ball rolling while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) follows the bouncing ball in Indy. Joey Zuver turns autograph seekers away.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML planned to start off marking the anniversary of his COVID-19 test and playing video from his recent vaccination, but the crew somehow gets off on a tangent about whether they would ask a celebrity for their autograph. A series of stories about their brushes with greatness follow, in which ML reveals that he has occasionally adopted the persona of certain colleagues when approached by the viewing public.* ML finally gets around to talking about his vaccination, which knocked him on his ass … but he’s back on his feet! Hear the whole story. Or go to Facebook page ML ELRICK and see for yourself.* Shawn dials in from Indy, for better or worse.* Some random thoughts on Opening Day and ML’s fond memories of working as a vendor on one of the most lucrative days of the year.* You won’t believe what’s up next (he types, sarcastically): A quick update on ML’s city council campaign!  This is probably a good spot to mention his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Our March Madness style tournament ends with a winner who says she shouldn’t have to pay out a billion dollars because you shouldn’t have believed all that crazy stuff she swore was true! * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Matt is back … with laffs?* ROOM 7609: The ironically-named Joy Division checks in with a mournful lament they call “No Love Lost.” * FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Hudson’s, The Return of the Great Debate and bodega madness are on your minds* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!

Become a supporter of this podcast: 5286falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cop-shoots-back-march-24-2021--52617321 * A rookie empties her clip into a stranger on Christmas Eve, only to find out he wasn’t a stranger at all. Tresa Baldas of the Detroit Free Press tells the tale. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) carry the show while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) gets ready to carry his bags to the airport in Indy. Joey Zuver pulls the levers so very clever.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  It was just a brief in the news on Christmas 2020: A cop is run off the road and ends up in a shoot-out. Then … nothing. UNTIL one of ML’s hockey buddies contacted him with a tip about THE REST OF THE STORY.* Tresa Baldas takes the case and dials in to discuss the tangled tale she unwound for the Free Press. Read it here.* Patrick LaRiviera of National Fleet Services zooms in to tell a more uplifting hockey story: a recap of the Sixth Annual Clark Park Charity Hockey Classic, that is on track to raise $50,000 for Detroit kids. You can still help us make our goal with a contribution by clicking this link.* ML also works in a plug for his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Somewhere along the way, GOW got hijacked and turned into The Return of the Great Debate. Find out who lost the debate and who won Geek of the Week.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Jennings is off this week, studying for next week’s exams.* ROOM 7609:  The Other ML says The Fall is Manchester’s greatest band. THE ML cues up “Free Range” and a spirited discussion ensues which, of course, somehow leads back to The Smiths.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: You want our take on politics and stimulus money. We deliver. * HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! *

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1419Tue, 23 Mar 2021 18:56:03 +0000ML Elrick* A rookie empties her clip into a stranger on Christmas Eve, only to find out he wasn’t a stranger at all. Tresa Baldas of the Detroit Free Press tells the tale. M.L. Elrick... * A rookie empties her clip into a stranger on Christmas Eve, only to find out he wasn’t a stranger at all. Tresa Baldas of the Detroit Free Press tells the tale. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) carry the show while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) gets ready to carry his bags to the airport in Indy. Joey Zuver pulls the levers so very clever.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  It was just a brief in the news on Christmas 2020: A cop is run off the road and ends up in a shoot-out. Then … nothing. UNTIL one of ML’s hockey buddies contacted him with a tip about THE REST OF THE STORY.* Tresa Baldas takes the case and dials in to discuss the tangled tale she unwound for the Free Press. Read it here.* Patrick LaRiviera of National Fleet Services zooms in to tell a more uplifting hockey story: a recap of the Sixth Annual Clark Park Charity Hockey Classic, that is on track to raise $50,000 for Detroit kids. You can still help us make our goal with a contribution by clicking this link.* ML also works in a plug for his campaign’s social media handles — #ML4DETROIT — and his campaign website, www.ml4detroit.com.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Somewhere along the way, GOW got hijacked and turned into The Return of the Great Debate. Find out who lost the debate and who won Geek of the Week.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Jennings is off this week, studying for next week’s exams.* ROOM 7609:  The Other ML says The Fall is Manchester’s greatest band. THE ML cues up “Free Range” and a spirited discussion ensues which, of course, somehow leads back to The Smiths.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: You want our take on politics and stimulus money. We deliver. * HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! *

Become a supporter of this...]]>4680falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blighting-irish-erin-go-blah-march-17-2021--52617403 * There is no luck of the Irish when it comes to internet connections, as this week’s guests prove during an hour of fractured hairy tales. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) try to stitch it all together while Joey Zuver books passage on the first boat to Australia.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML casts a wide net to assemble a team of top-notch storytellers: Ben Blackwell from Nashville, Gerry from Philly, John from the East Side, Erik from Eastern Market and Mike from the 48236.* Ben Blackwell of Third Man Records describes Tennessee’s take on St. Patrick’s Day — and provides ML some insights on how NOT to win a city council race.* John Rutherford of the Cadieux Cafe and Motor City Horns talks about cutting a track for Alice Cooper’s Billboard-topping album.* Mike Kennedy of Irish Coffee talks about pitching a tent out back in the parking lot —which is now legal in Grosse Pointe Farms.* Erik Olson of Thomas Magee’s Sporting House and Whiskey Bar describes how a boxing coach from Belfast scored a “Detroit Hat Trick” during a visit to the Motor City.* And Gerry Shields, host of the Retail Politics Podcast, whose ancestors battled the British (and lost), battles a dodgy cell phone (and loses). Check out his outstanding book. ML somehow works in a plug for his charity hockey game, which you can support with a contribution by clicking this link.* ML also works in a plug for his campaign’s new website, which you can find at www.ML4DETROIT.com. You can follow his campaign on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Look for ML4DETROIT* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Who was that un-masked wo-man? ML tells all.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:The perfesser is back from double-secret probation with three zingers!* ROOM 7609: In honor of St. Patrick, Dubliners “Boomtown Rats” check into the New Wave suite to perform “Up All Night.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME:Two listeners send us three letters. True story!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage....

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1413Tue, 16 Mar 2021 19:05:31 +0000ML Elrick* There is no luck of the Irish when it comes to internet connections, as this week’s guests prove during an hour of fractured hairy tales. M.L. Elrick... * There is no luck of the Irish when it comes to internet connections, as this week’s guests prove during an hour of fractured hairy tales. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) try to stitch it all together while Joey Zuver books passage on the first boat to Australia.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML casts a wide net to assemble a team of top-notch storytellers: Ben Blackwell from Nashville, Gerry from Philly, John from the East Side, Erik from Eastern Market and Mike from the 48236.* Ben Blackwell of Third Man Records describes Tennessee’s take on St. Patrick’s Day — and provides ML some insights on how NOT to win a city council race.* John Rutherford of the Cadieux Cafe and Motor City Horns talks about cutting a track for Alice Cooper’s Billboard-topping album.* Mike Kennedy of Irish Coffee talks about pitching a tent out back in the parking lot —which is now legal in Grosse Pointe Farms.* Erik Olson of Thomas Magee’s Sporting House and Whiskey Bar describes how a boxing coach from Belfast scored a “Detroit Hat Trick” during a visit to the Motor City.* And Gerry Shields, host of the Retail Politics Podcast, whose ancestors battled the British (and lost), battles a dodgy cell phone (and loses). Check out his outstanding book. ML somehow works in a plug for his charity hockey game, which you can support with a contribution by clicking this link.* ML also works in a plug for his campaign’s new website, which you can find at www.ML4DETROIT.com. You can follow his campaign on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Look for ML4DETROIT* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Who was that un-masked wo-man? ML tells all.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:The perfesser is back from double-secret probation with three zingers!* ROOM 7609: In honor of St. Patrick, Dubliners “Boomtown Rats” check into the New Wave suite to perform “Up All Night.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME:Two listeners send us three letters. True story!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at...]]>4583falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rat-on-ice-march-9-2021--52617428 * Mike Rataj opens up about his unlikely friendship with one-time antagonist M.L..* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) make listeners wish THEY were under a gag order. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) cross-examine Mike Rataj. Joey Zuver is sequestered.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Legal eagle Mike Rataj opens up about his fire-and-ice relationship with ML, as well as how the pandemic has affected the legal justice system.* ML and Mike shameless plug this year’s Clark Park Classic. Here’s how too donate.* Dina Desjardins of GFL talks trash before her women’s team takes on Clark Park’s Bertie and her squad.* ML provides an update on his city council campaign and urges folks to follow the campaign on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Look for ML4DETROIT.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A spoiled brat who sues his parents for life-time support is a natural choice for GOW honors … or is he?* ROOM 7609:  Japan, which inspired Duran Duran, checks into the New Wave suite for a little “Quiet Life.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: We tackle all the tough questions … and ML refuses to apologize for apologizing!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1405Tue, 09 Mar 2021 20:33:12 +0000ML Elrick* Mike Rataj opens up about his unlikely friendship with one-time antagonist M.L..* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer... * Mike Rataj opens up about his unlikely friendship with one-time antagonist M.L..* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) make listeners wish THEY were under a gag order. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) cross-examine Mike Rataj. Joey Zuver is sequestered.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Legal eagle Mike Rataj opens up about his fire-and-ice relationship with ML, as well as how the pandemic has affected the legal justice system.* ML and Mike shameless plug this year’s Clark Park Classic. Here’s how too donate.* Dina Desjardins of GFL talks trash before her women’s team takes on Clark Park’s Bertie and her squad.* ML provides an update on his city council campaign and urges folks to follow the campaign on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Look for ML4DETROIT.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A spoiled brat who sues his parents for life-time support is a natural choice for GOW honors … or is he?* ROOM 7609:  Japan, which inspired Duran Duran, checks into the New Wave suite for a little “Quiet Life.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: We tackle all the tough questions … and ML refuses to apologize for apologizing!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very...]]>5689falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gov-gag-order-march-3-2021--52617437 * Gov. Whitmer’s top health official splits with a golden parachute and promise to keep quiet. Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger has that story — and more!* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) make listeners wish THEY were under a gag order. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) is back while Joey Zuver runs the Circus McJerkus.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Just after breaking another big story, Craig Mauger of The Detroit News joins us to discuss the mysterious departure of Michigan’s top health official and his assistant.* ML is stunned when Mauger says the governor’s media people refused to take any of his questions for SEVEN MONTHS. ML says he never had a problem getting Mayor Mike Duggan to take one his questions, prompting Marc to ask whether he asked his questions in person.* Shawn is turning out to be many listeners’ guilty pleasure, as you will learn before this episode is over.* Marc revisits his text exchange during the disastrous Spartan game versus Maryland to make the point that Wolverines don’t poke Spartans when their down. A debate over Wolverine basketball ensues in which Shawn and Marc both try to convince ML he is wrong, which, of course, is lunacy!* The triumvirate looks back on the ground-breaking career of the late, great Irv Cross, which transitions into a debate over the merits of the original NFL studio shows and the current clown shows.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: To paraphrase the bard, “a murther most fowl” is at the center of this week’s Geek honoree.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Contrary to popular demand, Perfesser Matt is back!* ROOM 7609: Donnie Iris, who dominated the airwaves in the early days of MTV, checks into the New Wave suite to celebrate his 78th birthday by posing the poignant Atari-inspired question: “Do You Compute?”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our listeners once again set the show write.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1388Tue, 02 Mar 2021 19:57:45 +0000ML Elrick* Gov. Whitmer’s top health official splits with a golden parachute and promise to keep quiet. Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger has that story — and more!* M.L. Elrick... * Gov. Whitmer’s top health official splits with a golden parachute and promise to keep quiet. Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger has that story — and more!* M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) make listeners wish THEY were under a gag order. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) is back while Joey Zuver runs the Circus McJerkus.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Just after breaking another big story, Craig Mauger of The Detroit News joins us to discuss the mysterious departure of Michigan’s top health official and his assistant.* ML is stunned when Mauger says the governor’s media people refused to take any of his questions for SEVEN MONTHS. ML says he never had a problem getting Mayor Mike Duggan to take one his questions, prompting Marc to ask whether he asked his questions in person.* Shawn is turning out to be many listeners’ guilty pleasure, as you will learn before this episode is over.* Marc revisits his text exchange during the disastrous Spartan game versus Maryland to make the point that Wolverines don’t poke Spartans when their down. A debate over Wolverine basketball ensues in which Shawn and Marc both try to convince ML he is wrong, which, of course, is lunacy!* The triumvirate looks back on the ground-breaking career of the late, great Irv Cross, which transitions into a debate over the merits of the original NFL studio shows and the current clown shows.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: To paraphrase the bard, “a murther most fowl” is at the center of this week’s Geek honoree.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Contrary to popular demand, Perfesser Matt is back!* ROOM 7609: Donnie Iris, who dominated the airwaves in the early days of MTV, checks into the New Wave suite to celebrate his 78th birthday by posing the poignant Atari-inspired question: “Do You Compute?”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our listeners once again set the show write.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call!
4456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hear-goes-nothing-february-23-2021--52617349 * Hey, it worked for Seinfeld! So this week we do a show about … nothing. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) yak on and on, while Joey Zuver maintains his igloo.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML hypes upcoming shows before finally relenting and getting this week’s show under way by musing about Dwayne Johnson’s new biographic series.* A listener asks about former House Speaker Lee Chatfield’s hasty ouster from a lucrative gig, inspiring a discussion of how term-limited politicos may make decisions that set them up for what comes next. * ML segues to a reminiscence about an epic summer surveillance of some fat cats that segues to a reminiscence of a stakeout that almost went wrong that he thinks is fascinating and Shawn and Marc merely think is very, very … interesting. (Special guest Ed Murphy disagrees, but that comes much later.)* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Texas and the First Brother make a bid, but the Civil War re-enactor who lost his chicken at a Cracker Barrel takes the prize!* ROOM 7609:  We listen to listeners. So this week we’re listening to listener choice “Sudno” by Molchat Doma. Steppe lively!* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our viewers and listeners take over the show, finally providing some quality content to an hour of their lives most people wish they could take back.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1374Tue, 23 Feb 2021 19:50:03 +0000ML Elrick* Hey, it worked for Seinfeld! So this week we do a show about … nothing. M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell)... * Hey, it worked for Seinfeld! So this week we do a show about … nothing. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) yak on and on, while Joey Zuver maintains his igloo.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML hypes upcoming shows before finally relenting and getting this week’s show under way by musing about Dwayne Johnson’s new biographic series.* A listener asks about former House Speaker Lee Chatfield’s hasty ouster from a lucrative gig, inspiring a discussion of how term-limited politicos may make decisions that set them up for what comes next. * ML segues to a reminiscence about an epic summer surveillance of some fat cats that segues to a reminiscence of a stakeout that almost went wrong that he thinks is fascinating and Shawn and Marc merely think is very, very … interesting. (Special guest Ed Murphy disagrees, but that comes much later.)* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Texas and the First Brother make a bid, but the Civil War re-enactor who lost his chicken at a Cracker Barrel takes the prize!* ROOM 7609:  We listen to listeners. So this week we’re listening to listener choice “Sudno” by Molchat Doma. Steppe lively!* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our viewers and listeners take over the show, finally providing some quality content to an hour of their lives most people wish they could take back.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart,
4850falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-800-you-suck-february-16-2021--52617328 * Nasty voicemails and great stories from one of ML’s journalism heroes provide some heat in the midst of an epic snowstorm. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) catch up with Gerry Shields (Twitter @retail_politics) while Matt Jennings reviews his Soft History notes and Joey Zuver sharpens his snow skates.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML plays the sympathy card by playing a voicemail he got seven years ago from an unsympathetic Fox 2 viewer after ML got manhandled by some cops in a church. Listen for the voicemail, watch the story here.* Gerry Shields, author of “The Front Row: My Jagged Journey Recording American History from Reagan to Trump” and host of the Retail Politics Podcast, dials in to talk about some high- and low-lights from his journalism career.* ML plays the nasty voicemail his wife Tresa Baldas got after a front-page story. Apparently, the caller doesn’t know how to pronounce her surname.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Lombardi Trophy designer’s daughter wins our award for what seemed to be a campaign to remind people HER DAD DESIGNED THE LOMBARDI TROPHY.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Matt is back.* ROOM 7609:  New New Wave bands are IN AGAIN, which is why ML plays “Disconnected Lines” by Risk Risk”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our viewers and listeners take over the show, finally providing some quality content to an hour of their lives most people wish they could take back.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1369Tue, 16 Feb 2021 20:17:52 +0000ML Elrick* Nasty voicemails and great stories from one of ML’s journalism heroes provide some heat in the midst of an epic snowstorm. M.L. Elrick... * Nasty voicemails and great stories from one of ML’s journalism heroes provide some heat in the midst of an epic snowstorm. M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) catch up with Gerry Shields (Twitter @retail_politics) while Matt Jennings reviews his Soft History notes and Joey Zuver sharpens his snow skates.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML plays the sympathy card by playing a voicemail he got seven years ago from an unsympathetic Fox 2 viewer after ML got manhandled by some cops in a church. Listen for the voicemail, watch the story here.* Gerry Shields, author of “The Front Row: My Jagged Journey Recording American History from Reagan to Trump” and host of the Retail Politics Podcast, dials in to talk about some high- and low-lights from his journalism career.* ML plays the nasty voicemail his wife Tresa Baldas got after a front-page story. Apparently, the caller doesn’t know how to pronounce her surname.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Lombardi Trophy designer’s daughter wins our award for what seemed to be a campaign to remind people HER DAD DESIGNED THE LOMBARDI TROPHY.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Perfesser Matt is back.* ROOM 7609:  New New Wave bands are IN AGAIN, which is why ML plays “Disconnected Lines” by Risk Risk”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our viewers and listeners take over the show, finally providing some quality content to an hour of their lives most people wish they could take back.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT!

Become a supporter of this...]]>5112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-mother-the-narc-february-9-2021--52617364 * ML's plan to have his mom explain her concern for Shawn backfires when she ends up dishing a bunch of dirt on ML. Then M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) wait patiently for the return of Soft History Professor Matt Jennings. Joey Zuver wisely skips class to build a snow fort.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Something is wrong with Shawn's foot, but despite relentless questioning, he will not explain his agony of de-feet.* While Shawn nurses his aching tootsies, ML beats him about the head and neck with some correspondence from listeners.* ML's mom — whose name really IS Karen — joins the show to defend Shawn.* Somehow, and ML should have seen this coming, the conversation turns to what a rotten kid he was. Even the good stories — "ML always stuck up for the weak" — end badly. * Wolverines on social media erupt in anger when ML tries to give credit for Tampa Bay's Super Bowl to an outstanding college quarterback from Michigan.* ML wonders aloud whether he is the only one being plagued on YouTube by ads from a buffed-out douche bag who says the key to ripped abs is a kitchen spice. Shawn, the epicure, claims to know nothing about spices. Then offers a discourse on the magic of cumin — a passion Marc shares.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A politicians with a complete lack of irony is this week's Geek.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:After a two-week layoff, Perfesser Matt is back. Sort of.* ROOM 7609: Robyn Hitchcock, one of the finest lyricists in all of New Wave, checks in with "Madonna of the Wasps," prompting an admiring ML to read several verses, as well as some highlights from another Hitchcock classic "Freeze." Shawn, anointed by ML's mother as a wordsmith, is unimpressed. Marc admires ML's capacity for admiration of elegant lyrics, even if he doesn't share it.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME:Our viewers and listeners take over the show, finally providing some quality content to an hour of their lives most people wish they could take back.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! *

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1361Tue, 09 Feb 2021 19:54:58 +0000ML Elrick* ML's plan to have his mom explain her concern for Shawn backfires when she ends up dishing a bunch of dirt on ML. Then M.L. Elrick... * ML's plan to have his mom explain her concern for Shawn backfires when she ends up dishing a bunch of dirt on ML. Then M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) wait patiently for the return of Soft History Professor Matt Jennings. Joey Zuver wisely skips class to build a snow fort.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Something is wrong with Shawn's foot, but despite relentless questioning, he will not explain his agony of de-feet.* While Shawn nurses his aching tootsies, ML beats him about the head and neck with some correspondence from listeners.* ML's mom — whose name really IS Karen — joins the show to defend Shawn.* Somehow, and ML should have seen this coming, the conversation turns to what a rotten kid he was. Even the good stories — "ML always stuck up for the weak" — end badly. * Wolverines on social media erupt in anger when ML tries to give credit for Tampa Bay's Super Bowl to an outstanding college quarterback from Michigan.* ML wonders aloud whether he is the only one being plagued on YouTube by ads from a buffed-out douche bag who says the key to ripped abs is a kitchen spice. Shawn, the epicure, claims to know nothing about spices. Then offers a discourse on the magic of cumin — a passion Marc shares.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A politicians with a complete lack of irony is this week's Geek.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:After a two-week layoff, Perfesser Matt is back. Sort of.* ROOM 7609: Robyn Hitchcock, one of the finest lyricists in all of New Wave, checks in with "Madonna of the Wasps," prompting an admiring ML to read several verses, as well as some highlights from another Hitchcock classic "Freeze." Shawn, anointed by ML's mother as a wordsmith, is unimpressed. Marc admires ML's capacity for admiration of elegant lyrics, even if he doesn't share it.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME:Our viewers and listeners take over the show, finally providing some quality content to an hour of their lives most people wish they could take back.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! *

Become a supporter of this podcast: 4747falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hunter-now-hunted-february-2-2021--52617330 * A listener lays into Shawn Windsor before M.L. and Darren Nichols compare a current city council controversy with some of the crazy councils of their past. Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) is the adult in the room polluted by M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor). Joey Zuver hides out to work the levers and keep it clever.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The show starts off with a bang as listener John gives Shawn both barrels. Shawn takes it with aplomb, then complains that only ML would use a word like "aplomb."* There is a perception that all is rosy among Detroit's nine city council members. But a recent report in The Detroit News has ML and Darren wondering whether the real issue is that there are fewer reporters keeping an eye on city hall than ever before. Read the News' scoop here. * Darren and ML reminisce about some of the outrageous city council members they covered, from the Mad Hatter to Shrek.* A few weeks after ML was asked some very tough questions, a new magazine article accuses the media of not asking ML any tough questions. Marc asks Darren for his take on the author.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn draws out this segment by complaining at length that it goes too long. Sheesh! (ML nevertheless rises above the din for the win!)* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:Professor Jennings takes the week off to work on his syllabus for next semester.* ROOM 7609: No-hit wonder King checks into the NuWave suite with "Love and Pride," a bumping song with a ludicrous video.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our listeners sound off!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com.

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Joey Zuver hides out to work the levers and keep it clever.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The show starts off with a bang as listener John gives Shawn both barrels. Shawn takes it with aplomb, then complains that only ML would use a word like "aplomb."* There is a perception that all is rosy among Detroit's nine city council members. But a recent report in The Detroit News has ML and Darren wondering whether the real issue is that there are fewer reporters keeping an eye on city hall than ever before. Read the News' scoop here. * Darren and ML reminisce about some of the outrageous city council members they covered, from the Mad Hatter to Shrek.* A few weeks after ML was asked some very tough questions, a new magazine article accuses the media of not asking ML any tough questions. Marc asks Darren for his take on the author.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn draws out this segment by complaining at length that it goes too long. Sheesh! (ML nevertheless rises above the din for the win!)* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:Professor Jennings takes the week off to work on his syllabus for next semester.* ROOM 7609: No-hit wonder King checks into the NuWave suite with "Love and Pride," a bumping song with a ludicrous video.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our listeners sound off!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Stop looking so terrible and go get a haircut from Lady Janes. Visit Lady Janes website, find the nearest location and book your appointment today.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com.4868falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/free-bobby-january-26-2021--52617439 * Kilpatrick is free, but Mike Rataj wonders why Kwame's co-conspirator Bobby Ferguson is still locked up. ML updates us on his campaign for city council until Shawn wakes up to rage at another Red Shovel contributor.* Darren Nichols and Attorney Mike Rataj join M.L. Elrick, Marc Fellhauer, and Shawn Windsor to discuss the commutation of Detroit's ex-mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.* Darren had a thoughtful piece in the Free Press about Detroiters reaction to President Trump's Kilpatrick decision.* ML provides us an update on his current run to be a Detroit City Council member.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: This weeks winners are a couple of people who refuse to put on a mask even in memorial to someone who died of Covid-19.* ROOM 7609: Ben Schmitt (whoever that is) nominates "She Shelia" from The Producers, so naturally ML chooses "What's He Got?" by the producers.* Shawn emerges from his slumber to respond to a tweet from another Red Shovel Network member about a recent article he wrote.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1344Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:12:11 +0000ML Elrick* Kilpatrick is free, but Mike Rataj wonders why Kwame's co-conspirator Bobby Ferguson is still locked up. ML updates us on his campaign for city council until Shawn wakes up to rage at another Red Shovel contributor.* Darren Nichols and Attorney Mike... * Kilpatrick is free, but Mike Rataj wonders why Kwame's co-conspirator Bobby Ferguson is still locked up. ML updates us on his campaign for city council until Shawn wakes up to rage at another Red Shovel contributor.* Darren Nichols and Attorney Mike Rataj join M.L. Elrick, Marc Fellhauer, and Shawn Windsor to discuss the commutation of Detroit's ex-mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.* Darren had a thoughtful piece in the Free Press about Detroiters reaction to President Trump's Kilpatrick decision.* ML provides us an update on his current run to be a Detroit City Council member.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: This weeks winners are a couple of people who refuse to put on a mask even in memorial to someone who died of Covid-19.* ROOM 7609: Ben Schmitt (whoever that is) nominates "She Shelia" from The Producers, so naturally ML chooses "What's He Got?" by the producers.* Shawn emerges from his slumber to respond to a tweet from another Red Shovel Network member about a recent article he wrote.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/road-warrior-january-19-2020--52617441 * ML traverses the state to tell the story of Adam Fox- alleged mastermind of the Gov. Whitmer kidnapping. Plus- ML gets grounded by Facebook & the boys debate the worthiness of digging up someone's social media past. * We open the show trying to figure out what got ML's personal and public pages suspended by Facebook.* Elrick filed his final story for the Detroit Free Press. He went all over the place trying to find out what made Adam Fox go from a sad, tender boy to the alleged mastermind of the Gov. Whitmer kidnapping plot.* The Detroit Free Press had a little issue of their own with a story written by Marlowe Alter. A debate ensues regarding the worthiness of digging up decade old comments made by public figures.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML chooses the Literary Review for eliminating their "bad sex in fiction" award. Shawn and Marc remain philistines.* SOFT HISTORY: Matt Jennings stops by to educate and humiliate.* ROOM 7609: The Gang of Four might be one of the most underrated punk bands. * HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1326Tue, 19 Jan 2021 21:29:38 +0000ML Elrick* ML traverses the state to tell the story of Adam Fox- alleged mastermind of the Gov. Whitmer kidnapping. Plus- ML gets grounded by Facebook & the boys debate the worthiness of digging up someone's social media past. *... * ML traverses the state to tell the story of Adam Fox- alleged mastermind of the Gov. Whitmer kidnapping. Plus- ML gets grounded by Facebook & the boys debate the worthiness of digging up someone's social media past. * We open the show trying to figure out what got ML's personal and public pages suspended by Facebook.* Elrick filed his final story for the Detroit Free Press. He went all over the place trying to find out what made Adam Fox go from a sad, tender boy to the alleged mastermind of the Gov. Whitmer kidnapping plot.* The Detroit Free Press had a little issue of their own with a story written by Marlowe Alter. A debate ensues regarding the worthiness of digging up decade old comments made by public figures.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML chooses the Literary Review for eliminating their "bad sex in fiction" award. Shawn and Marc remain philistines.* SOFT HISTORY: Matt Jennings stops by to educate and humiliate.* ROOM 7609: The Gang of Four might be one of the most underrated punk bands. * HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: 4814falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/capitol-offense-january-12-2020--52617414 * Melissa Nann Burke (Twitter @nannburke) of the Detroit News recounts the harrowing day that the Capitol was overrun. ML Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) listen in rapt attention. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) makes some “jokes" while Joey Zuver keeps his head down.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Melissa Nann Burke had a front row seat in the press gallery as security officers pointed their Glocks at domestic terrorists trying to stop Congress from certifying the winner of the 2020 presidential election. She tells us what she saw, including what she was thinking when she sent her husband this message: “I love you.” Read all about it here.* The invaders who defiled the Capitol scrawled this graffiti on a wall: “Murder the media.” Needless to say, ML has something to say about this.* Lest you think this episode is an anti-Trump rant, consider that the vandals were chanting “Hang Pence” and had built a gallows. That said, Shawn isn’t a big fan of POTUS, and ML muses what he might do with 5 minutes alone with Junior.* Marc says he thinks the Republican Party has moved on from Donald Trump. Shawn is encouraged that a survey shows that 53% of Republicans agree. ML says he believes the angry mob who broke into the Capitol were there before Trump — and will be there long after.* A viewer accuses ML of hypocrisy. Hear his response.* Shawn drops a couple F-bombs. Apologizes. Then drops another F-bomb. (He also uses the Lord’s name in vain.)* THE GREAT DEBATE: Should social media giants Twitter and Facebook have shut down the president’s accounts? Was it OK to basically smother Parler? The boys chop it up. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Something is seriously, seriously wrong with Marc and Shawn. Luckily, ML saves the day. AGAIN.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:Professor Jennings’ delivery is like the pandemic post office. (Listen and discuss amongst yourselves.)* ROOM 7609: NuWave Dave turns us on to “Tyranny” by the Stabilizers. None of the guys have heard it before. Find out if they want to hear it ever again — and  find out which major director was responsible for some of their videos. Even if you’ve never seen any of the Stabilizers’ videos, you’ve seen this guy’s movies.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Katrina tries to take over the show, but Marc won’t let ML let her. There’s lots of other good feedback — and even some voicemails!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1317Wed, 13 Jan 2021 03:37:54 +0000ML Elrick* Melissa Nann Burke (https://twitter.com/nannburke) of the Detroit News recounts the harrowing day that the Capitol was overrun. ML Elrick... * Melissa Nann Burke (Twitter @nannburke) of the Detroit News recounts the harrowing day that the Capitol was overrun. ML Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) listen in rapt attention. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) makes some “jokes" while Joey Zuver keeps his head down.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Melissa Nann Burke had a front row seat in the press gallery as security officers pointed their Glocks at domestic terrorists trying to stop Congress from certifying the winner of the 2020 presidential election. She tells us what she saw, including what she was thinking when she sent her husband this message: “I love you.” Read all about it here.* The invaders who defiled the Capitol scrawled this graffiti on a wall: “Murder the media.” Needless to say, ML has something to say about this.* Lest you think this episode is an anti-Trump rant, consider that the vandals were chanting “Hang Pence” and had built a gallows. That said, Shawn isn’t a big fan of POTUS, and ML muses what he might do with 5 minutes alone with Junior.* Marc says he thinks the Republican Party has moved on from Donald Trump. Shawn is encouraged that a survey shows that 53% of Republicans agree. ML says he believes the angry mob who broke into the Capitol were there before Trump — and will be there long after.* A viewer accuses ML of hypocrisy. Hear his response.* Shawn drops a couple F-bombs. Apologizes. Then drops another F-bomb. (He also uses the Lord’s name in vain.)* THE GREAT DEBATE: Should social media giants Twitter and Facebook have shut down the president’s accounts? Was it OK to basically smother Parler? The boys chop it up. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Something is seriously, seriously wrong with Marc and Shawn. Luckily, ML saves the day. AGAIN.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY:Professor Jennings’ delivery is like the pandemic post office. (Listen and discuss amongst yourselves.)* ROOM 7609: NuWave Dave turns us on to “Tyranny” by the Stabilizers. None of the guys have heard it before. Find out if they want to hear it ever again — and  find out which major director was responsible for some of their videos. Even if you’ve never seen any of the Stabilizers’ videos, you’ve seen this guy’s movies.* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Katrina tries to take over the show, but Marc won’t let ML let her. There’s lots of other good feedback — and even some voicemails!* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of...]]>5524falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml4detroit-january-5-2020--52617358 * ML is running for Detroit City Council. Plus, Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) sit in rapt attention as Darren Nichols and John Rutherford offer tributes to the late Benny Napoleon and Alto Reed. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) tries to keep his New Year’s resolution to be funny while Joey Zuver suppresses a gale of giggles.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Detroit Free Press contributing columnist and recurring Soul of Detroit special guest star Darren Nichols shares his poignant memories of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon — who is perhaps Detroit’s highest profile victim of COVID-19. Watch D-Nick’s moving video tribute on Facebook page ML Elrick, listen to it in the audio version of the podcast, or read what Darren wrote in the Free Press here.* John Rutherford, member of the Silver Bullet Band, leader of the Motor City Horns, and co-owner of the Cadieux Cafe, tells some tales about Bob Seger’s late, great saxophone player Alto Reed.* Not to be outdone, Shawn reflects on the passing of former Detroit Free Press sports editor Joe Distelheim, the kind of boss who changed lives. ML uses this occasion to read portions of Shawn’s column — the rare obituary in which both the writer AND the subject of the obituary show off their prowess with prose.* Somehow, the conversation turns to ML’s admiration for the mid-1980s Buick Riviera, one of the most beautiful pieces of sheet metal he’s ever owned. He also waxes nostalgic about his 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham and 1978 Pontiac Gran Prix.* Finally, ML explains why he left the Detroit Free Press to embark on a campaign for Detroit City Council in District 4, where he has lived for more than 20 years. If you’d more, just listen. If you’d like to support his candidacy, you can contribute by clicking on this link.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Why would anyone run for office — let alone give up a great career to get into politics?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn pounds the Cruzer for his hypocrisy, Marc calls out Alec Baldwin’s (current) wife for cultural appropriation, and ML chooses a politician whose claims about the Deep State are only backed by his own status as a member of the … Deep State!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt made a resolution to be funny. Find out how it’s going, just one week into the new year…* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.*

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1298Wed, 06 Jan 2021 03:23:57 +0000ML Elrick* ML is running for Detroit City Council. Plus, Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor... * ML is running for Detroit City Council. Plus, Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) sit in rapt attention as Darren Nichols and John Rutherford offer tributes to the late Benny Napoleon and Alto Reed. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) tries to keep his New Year’s resolution to be funny while Joey Zuver suppresses a gale of giggles.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Detroit Free Press contributing columnist and recurring Soul of Detroit special guest star Darren Nichols shares his poignant memories of Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon — who is perhaps Detroit’s highest profile victim of COVID-19. Watch D-Nick’s moving video tribute on Facebook page ML Elrick, listen to it in the audio version of the podcast, or read what Darren wrote in the Free Press here.* John Rutherford, member of the Silver Bullet Band, leader of the Motor City Horns, and co-owner of the Cadieux Cafe, tells some tales about Bob Seger’s late, great saxophone player Alto Reed.* Not to be outdone, Shawn reflects on the passing of former Detroit Free Press sports editor Joe Distelheim, the kind of boss who changed lives. ML uses this occasion to read portions of Shawn’s column — the rare obituary in which both the writer AND the subject of the obituary show off their prowess with prose.* Somehow, the conversation turns to ML’s admiration for the mid-1980s Buick Riviera, one of the most beautiful pieces of sheet metal he’s ever owned. He also waxes nostalgic about his 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham and 1978 Pontiac Gran Prix.* Finally, ML explains why he left the Detroit Free Press to embark on a campaign for Detroit City Council in District 4, where he has lived for more than 20 years. If you’d more, just listen. If you’d like to support his candidacy, you can contribute by clicking on this link.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Why would anyone run for office — let alone give up a great career to get into politics?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn pounds the Cruzer for his hypocrisy, Marc calls out Alec Baldwin’s (current) wife for cultural appropriation, and ML chooses a politician whose claims about the Deep State are only backed by his own status as a member of the … Deep State!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt made a resolution to be funny. Find out how it’s going, just one week into the new year…* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* 6217falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/big-news-new-waves-december-29-2020--52617339 * Big news from M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) to end the year, but first he and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) spin some great NuWave holiday tunes. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) goes on holiday break while Joey Zuver picks his classes for 2021.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  If you're sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music episode. From borderline NuWave group Elastica to synth pop Gods Erasure to kitschy and clever They Might Be Giants to genre chewing Sonic Youth to golden throated Alison Moyet to jaunty Mono Puff to classic poppy melodic Aztec Camera, the boys play a half dozen NuWave holiday tunes you won’t hear anywhere else. * If it’s the end of the year, then it must be time for ML to plunge into chaos yet again. Tune in to find out about his latest major upheaval … with a hint about what comes next thrown in for good measure.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1282Tue, 29 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +0000ML Elrick* Big news from M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/) to end the year, but first he and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor... * Big news from M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) to end the year, but first he and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) spin some great NuWave holiday tunes. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) goes on holiday break while Joey Zuver picks his classes for 2021.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  If you're sick of the same tired ol’ Christmas music that has been playing on the radio since Halloween, you’ll love our special all-music episode. From borderline NuWave group Elastica to synth pop Gods Erasure to kitschy and clever They Might Be Giants to genre chewing Sonic Youth to golden throated Alison Moyet to jaunty Mono Puff to classic poppy melodic Aztec Camera, the boys play a half dozen NuWave holiday tunes you won’t hear anywhere else. * If it’s the end of the year, then it must be time for ML to plunge into chaos yet again. Tune in to find out about his latest major upheaval … with a hint about what comes next thrown in for good measure.* HARD OUT: Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* Don’t lose your mind trying to make sense of the financial markets. Let Luke Nowacki of Pinnacle help you make the right decisions that will help keep you on firm financial footing. Contact Luke at www.pinnaclewealthstrategies.com and be sure to tell him you heard about him on the Soul of Detroit! * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com/soul or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * You — YES, YOU — can sponsor the show by hitting the DONATE button at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL (or too large)!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our hip trucker hats, retro keychains, masks and gaiters, super groovy hockey jerseys, comfy logo t-shirts, stickers, neon clocks and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.com* Please subscribe to and share the podcast — your endorsement is very powerful! * We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070). If you leave a message, you could hear your voice on the air!


Become a supporter of this podcast: 3040falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/santa-goes-blue-december-22-2020--52617390 * East Side Santa John McGrail comes down the virtual chimney to see for himself how M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) ended up on the naughty list &Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) in nice, while Joey Zuver is asking one to include receipts with their gifts in case he needs to exchange them for a better fit.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  There’s no need to check your list twice, because you’ve never met a Santa like this before! John McGrail, who has been sitting in for Santa Claus for 35 years, shares some of his favorite Yuletide stories and discusses the most extraordinary holiday in recent history.* Marc asks Santa John how he feels about mall Santas, and gets a lengthy discourse on how he gets in the zone for what he considers more than just a gig.* Now, we’re not saying we’ve got a Bad Santa on the show, but if you listen you’ll find that this Santa isn’t afraid to let his beard down to share some pretty salty stories.* Find out how Santa John handled the wailing kid whose mom insisted that the brat get his picture with Santa even while wailing like a Banshee.* Frisky females, holiday parties with adult gag gifts, gatherings of civil engineers, our Santa has seen it all. And now he’s telling all. We promise that if you listen you won’t end up on the naughty list.* You’d never guess that John used to be a shy guy. He tells us how Santa’s gift to him was unlocking his effervescent personality.* Shawn invites Santa to psychoanalyze Rudolph, then tries to figure out how folks end up on the naughty list. Spoiler alert: This Santa wears red, but underneath he’s in a blue state.* Do you like Scandinavian humor? Are you ready to laugh at the Irish? Ever wonder which end o the spectrum Santa falls on? If so, then we’ve got the Santa you’ve had on your wish list!* The boys set themselves up for stockings full of coal by scrapping with Blue Santa. (Spoiler alert: DON’T MESS WITH THE CLAUS!!!)* While we had a great time with Santa, he shares some poignant stories about how he handles it when kids wish for their parents to get back together or their dead pet to come back.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The Lions have turned to a former Big Ten linebacker who was an outstanding pro turned color commentator to help guide them out of the pit of despair. What could possibly go wrong?!?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Tis the season to get your last shots in at worthy geeks, and the triumvirate go out with a bang!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt, or Dr. J, as he now insists on being called, unwraps his latest warped history lesson.* ROOM 7609: Bananarama slinks into the NuWave suite with a reminder that “Baby, It’s Christmas.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our mailbag runneth over. Listen and learn what the peasants are revolting over!* HARD OUT: Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1273Wed, 23 Dec 2020 04:15:08 +0000ML Elrick* East Side Santa John McGrail comes down the virtual chimney to see for himself how M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer... * East Side Santa John McGrail comes down the virtual chimney to see for himself how M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) ended up on the naughty list &Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) in nice, while Joey Zuver is asking one to include receipts with their gifts in case he needs to exchange them for a better fit.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  There’s no need to check your list twice, because you’ve never met a Santa like this before! John McGrail, who has been sitting in for Santa Claus for 35 years, shares some of his favorite Yuletide stories and discusses the most extraordinary holiday in recent history.* Marc asks Santa John how he feels about mall Santas, and gets a lengthy discourse on how he gets in the zone for what he considers more than just a gig.* Now, we’re not saying we’ve got a Bad Santa on the show, but if you listen you’ll find that this Santa isn’t afraid to let his beard down to share some pretty salty stories.* Find out how Santa John handled the wailing kid whose mom insisted that the brat get his picture with Santa even while wailing like a Banshee.* Frisky females, holiday parties with adult gag gifts, gatherings of civil engineers, our Santa has seen it all. And now he’s telling all. We promise that if you listen you won’t end up on the naughty list.* You’d never guess that John used to be a shy guy. He tells us how Santa’s gift to him was unlocking his effervescent personality.* Shawn invites Santa to psychoanalyze Rudolph, then tries to figure out how folks end up on the naughty list. Spoiler alert: This Santa wears red, but underneath he’s in a blue state.* Do you like Scandinavian humor? Are you ready to laugh at the Irish? Ever wonder which end o the spectrum Santa falls on? If so, then we’ve got the Santa you’ve had on your wish list!* The boys set themselves up for stockings full of coal by scrapping with Blue Santa. (Spoiler alert: DON’T MESS WITH THE CLAUS!!!)* While we had a great time with Santa, he shares some poignant stories about how he handles it when kids wish for their parents to get back together or their dead pet to come back.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The Lions have turned to a former Big Ten linebacker who was an outstanding pro turned color commentator to help guide them out of the pit of despair. What could possibly go wrong?!?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Tis the season to get your last shots in at worthy geeks, and the triumvirate go out with a bang!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt, or Dr. J, as he now insists on being called, unwraps his latest warped history lesson.* ROOM 7609: Bananarama slinks into the NuWave suite with a reminder that “Baby, It’s Christmas.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Our mailbag runneth over. Listen and learn what the peasants are revolting over!* HARD OUT: Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on...]]>5063falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-mayor-the-mouth-december-15-2020--52617351 * Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan (Twitter @MayorMikeDuggan) joins M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) gives a short but meaningful lesson, while Joey Zuver tries not to get caught napping at the back of the classroom.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML wrote one of the longest profiles in recent Detroit journalism history. The subject of that tome, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, dials in to answer whatever fool questions ML didn’t already ask.* At ML’s urging, Duggan recounts the time he went toe-to-toe with his ol’ pal Bo Schembechler. And let’s just say these two Wolverines didn’t see eye-to-eye on plans for a new Detroit Tigers ballpark.* Marc asks Hizzoner for his take on what’s taking so long for the Ilitches to fulfill their promise to build The District Detroit. The mayor is sympathetic to the pizza people, but points out one strategic mistake they are still paying for.* Shawn goes deep with the mayor, discussing the divide between Detroit and its suburban neighbors.* Marc asks the mayor why he’s so tough on suburbanites when it comes to COVID-19. The boys also ask the former hospital CEO what he thinks it’s going to take to get people to take the shot that we’re all hoping will end this pandemic nightmare.* Duggan and Biden are buddies. So ML asks if there’s any chance the president-elect might throw a couple hundred million our way to help gussy up Detroit (and save taxpayers like him a few bucks in the process).* THE GREAT DEBATE: Should getting a coronavirus vaccination shot get you first shot at some primo opportunities?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn snipes at a fellow columnist, Marc takes on the airlines, and ML goes to war with a general who epitomizes the old crack that “military intelligence” is an oxymoron. * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Sometimes less is more — or maybe Dr. Matt “Kiddo” Jennings only had three beauties this week. Tune in and get schooled.* ROOM 7609: They know what boys like, and we know what our listeners like: NuWave Christmas tunes! So we welcome The Waitresses into the NuWave suite to perform “Christmas Wrapping”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Boy, did our listeners have a lot to say this week! Listen to hear it all.* HARD OUT: Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com*

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1261Tue, 15 Dec 2020 23:21:29 +0000ML Elrick* Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan (https://twitter.com/MayorMikeDuggan) joins M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell)... * Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan (Twitter @MayorMikeDuggan) joins M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) gives a short but meaningful lesson, while Joey Zuver tries not to get caught napping at the back of the classroom.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML wrote one of the longest profiles in recent Detroit journalism history. The subject of that tome, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, dials in to answer whatever fool questions ML didn’t already ask.* At ML’s urging, Duggan recounts the time he went toe-to-toe with his ol’ pal Bo Schembechler. And let’s just say these two Wolverines didn’t see eye-to-eye on plans for a new Detroit Tigers ballpark.* Marc asks Hizzoner for his take on what’s taking so long for the Ilitches to fulfill their promise to build The District Detroit. The mayor is sympathetic to the pizza people, but points out one strategic mistake they are still paying for.* Shawn goes deep with the mayor, discussing the divide between Detroit and its suburban neighbors.* Marc asks the mayor why he’s so tough on suburbanites when it comes to COVID-19. The boys also ask the former hospital CEO what he thinks it’s going to take to get people to take the shot that we’re all hoping will end this pandemic nightmare.* Duggan and Biden are buddies. So ML asks if there’s any chance the president-elect might throw a couple hundred million our way to help gussy up Detroit (and save taxpayers like him a few bucks in the process).* THE GREAT DEBATE: Should getting a coronavirus vaccination shot get you first shot at some primo opportunities?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn snipes at a fellow columnist, Marc takes on the airlines, and ML goes to war with a general who epitomizes the old crack that “military intelligence” is an oxymoron. * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Sometimes less is more — or maybe Dr. Matt “Kiddo” Jennings only had three beauties this week. Tune in and get schooled.* ROOM 7609: They know what boys like, and we know what our listeners like: NuWave Christmas tunes! So we welcome The Waitresses into the NuWave suite to perform “Christmas Wrapping”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Boy, did our listeners have a lot to say this week! Listen to hear it all.* HARD OUT: Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 or more. Learn more at www.thebutcherysl.com* 5627falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scott-lewis-p-i-december-8-2020--52617416 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) uncover what legendary Fox 2 News investigative reporter Scott Lewis (Scott Lewis Private Investigations) is up to. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) chalks another one up to history, while Joey Zuver SWEARS he’s changing majors.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  No one could replace Scott at Fox 2, but ML gave it a try anyway. And now that the station’s last two investigative reporters are together, ML finally gets to ask Scott about what he found in his old desk.* Scott was such a hard case as an investigative reporter during his 22 years at Fox 2 that he busted TWO different colleagues when they crossed the line. * Find out about Scott’s biggest regret over the bad guy he couldn’t quite bring to justice before he left Fox 2. (Yes, it’s someone you know.)* Scott talks about the importance of doing the right thing. Even after leaving journalism, he is still driven by the passion for truth and justice that made him Detroit’s pre-eminent TV investigative reporter. * Marc asks Scott for his take on the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain, a case he worked as a P.I. Scott shares what he believes REALLY happened — and why.* Scott fills the boys in on what he’s been doing since getting his P.I. license — and how to tell whether someone in prison is innocent. His estimate of the number of people wrongly convicted will shock you!* There’s plenty of work for P.I.s who investigate cheating spouses. Scott explains why it’s his LEAST favorite type of case.* Before he goes, Scott reveals his two favorite investigations at Fox 2. HINT: One involves a former Detroit city councilman, and the other a serial killer. * Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols zooms in to talk about iconic Detroit bars and music venues on the verge of succumbing to COVID-19.* John Rutherford of the Cadieux Cafe talks about improvements the East Side institution — and feather bowling mecca — made during the first lockdown. He also shares his concerns about the current lockdown while ML shows how easy it is to purchase a gift card to help support your favorite bar or restaurant or shop.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The boys debate what the Detroit Lions should do if interim coach Darrell Bevell leads the Leos to glory before the end of the season.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn comes up with a geek or two, Marc comes up with 535, and ML’s choice bring a whole new meaning to the term “super spreaders.”* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: COVID-19 has interrupted the way we learn. The boys interrupt the way Matt teaches.* ROOM 7609: There are few duos more NuWave than “The Pet Shop Boys.” And there are few NuWave holiday tunes better than “It Doesn’t Often Snow At Christmas.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Great correspondence from our canny listeners — including one super sleuth who uncovered ML’s 1983 portrait of the guitar player now better known as John 5.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1245Wed, 09 Dec 2020 01:54:04 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) uncover what... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) uncover what legendary Fox 2 News investigative reporter Scott Lewis (Scott Lewis Private Investigations) is up to. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) chalks another one up to history, while Joey Zuver SWEARS he’s changing majors.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  No one could replace Scott at Fox 2, but ML gave it a try anyway. And now that the station’s last two investigative reporters are together, ML finally gets to ask Scott about what he found in his old desk.* Scott was such a hard case as an investigative reporter during his 22 years at Fox 2 that he busted TWO different colleagues when they crossed the line. * Find out about Scott’s biggest regret over the bad guy he couldn’t quite bring to justice before he left Fox 2. (Yes, it’s someone you know.)* Scott talks about the importance of doing the right thing. Even after leaving journalism, he is still driven by the passion for truth and justice that made him Detroit’s pre-eminent TV investigative reporter. * Marc asks Scott for his take on the death of JoAnn Matouk Romain, a case he worked as a P.I. Scott shares what he believes REALLY happened — and why.* Scott fills the boys in on what he’s been doing since getting his P.I. license — and how to tell whether someone in prison is innocent. His estimate of the number of people wrongly convicted will shock you!* There’s plenty of work for P.I.s who investigate cheating spouses. Scott explains why it’s his LEAST favorite type of case.* Before he goes, Scott reveals his two favorite investigations at Fox 2. HINT: One involves a former Detroit city councilman, and the other a serial killer. * Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols zooms in to talk about iconic Detroit bars and music venues on the verge of succumbing to COVID-19.* John Rutherford of the Cadieux Cafe talks about improvements the East Side institution — and feather bowling mecca — made during the first lockdown. He also shares his concerns about the current lockdown while ML shows how easy it is to purchase a gift card to help support your favorite bar or restaurant or shop.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The boys debate what the Detroit Lions should do if interim coach Darrell Bevell leads the Leos to glory before the end of the season.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn comes up with a geek or two, Marc comes up with 535, and ML’s choice bring a whole new meaning to the term “super spreaders.”* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: COVID-19 has interrupted the way we learn. The boys interrupt the way Matt teaches.* ROOM 7609: There are few duos more NuWave than “The Pet Shop Boys.” And there are few NuWave holiday tunes better than “It Doesn’t Often Snow At Christmas.”* FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: Great correspondence from our canny listeners — including one super sleuth who uncovered ML’s 1983 portrait of the guitar player now better known as John 5.

Become a...]]>6642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/third-man-wreckers-december-1-2020--52617444 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) rock out with Dirtbombs drummer and Third Man Records impresario Ben Blackwell (www.thirdmanrecords.com). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) administers his Soft History midterm while Joey Zuver considers transferring.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before he was a Rock God, Ben was a student in ML’s journalism class at Wayne State University. They reminisce about Ben’s most excellent excuse for missing most of his classes that semester.* Ben came on to discuss his adventures as one of the Dirtbombs two drummers, how he started Cass Records, his role as an executive at Third Man Records, and the upcoming White Stripes Greatest Hits album. But first, he wants to talk about disgraced former WSU Journalism Prof. Jack Lessenberry, whose lechery ML called out and who was later taken down by some of ML’s former WSU students.* While ML’s former students did a superb job, Wayne State’s investigation found he was even worse than we thought.* You might think Ben’s early advocacy of vinyl while everyone was still buying CDs was a stroke of genius. But he would just laugh at you. On the other hand, the guy who gave him his first gig hawking vinyl now works for him, so you might not be as wrong as Ben would have you think you are. Listen to get the whole story.* Ben has never met a Beatle, but Third Man Records is pressing a Paul McCartney album RIGHT HERE IN DETROIT. Ben did meet a Rolling Stone. He tells the boys who — and what caused him to holler: “Find me some effing ear plugs!!!”* There are all kinds of amazing things going on at Third Man Records. Ben ticks some of them off, including how you can see records being pressed right before your very eyes.* Listen and learn about life on the road with the White Stripes. You’ll also hear about an early late night appearance that Jack White (incorrectly) said “is as good as it gets,” as well as the time they went bowling with Conan O’Brien at the Garden Bowl on Woodward.  * Before he goes, Ben turns the tables on ML with a series of questions — some of which ML dodges. Then Ben exposes Oasis as phony tough guys. Then we find out that Shawn used to be a lot cooler than we thought.* After a plug for some great local shops — Nest, City Bird, Hugh, Pure Detroit and Leon & Lulu — ML welcomes Better Made honcho Phil Gusmano on to talk about the amazing journey every chocolate covered chip takes before it lands in your mouth. www.bettermade.com* Better Made Snack FoodsAdd Better Made's line of best-selling seasoned potato chips such as BBQ, Red Hot, Sour Cream and Onion, Salt an…* THE GREAT DEBATE: Almost everyone loved it when Vanderbilt drafted the goalie of the university’s woman’s soccer team to fill in for their COVID qua...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1222Wed, 02 Dec 2020 02:09:32 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) rock out with... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) rock out with Dirtbombs drummer and Third Man Records impresario Ben Blackwell (www.thirdmanrecords.com). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) administers his Soft History midterm while Joey Zuver considers transferring.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before he was a Rock God, Ben was a student in ML’s journalism class at Wayne State University. They reminisce about Ben’s most excellent excuse for missing most of his classes that semester.* Ben came on to discuss his adventures as one of the Dirtbombs two drummers, how he started Cass Records, his role as an executive at Third Man Records, and the upcoming White Stripes Greatest Hits album. But first, he wants to talk about disgraced former WSU Journalism Prof. Jack Lessenberry, whose lechery ML called out and who was later taken down by some of ML’s former WSU students.* While ML’s former students did a superb job, Wayne State’s investigation found he was even worse than we thought.* You might think Ben’s early advocacy of vinyl while everyone was still buying CDs was a stroke of genius. But he would just laugh at you. On the other hand, the guy who gave him his first gig hawking vinyl now works for him, so you might not be as wrong as Ben would have you think you are. Listen to get the whole story.* Ben has never met a Beatle, but Third Man Records is pressing a Paul McCartney album RIGHT HERE IN DETROIT. Ben did meet a Rolling Stone. He tells the boys who — and what caused him to holler: “Find me some effing ear plugs!!!”* There are all kinds of amazing things going on at Third Man Records. Ben ticks some of them off, including how you can see records being pressed right before your very eyes.* Listen and learn about life on the road with the White Stripes. You’ll also hear about an early late night appearance that Jack White (incorrectly) said “is as good as it gets,” as well as the time they went bowling with Conan O’Brien at the Garden Bowl on Woodward.  * Before he goes, Ben turns the tables on ML with a series of questions — some of which ML dodges. Then Ben exposes Oasis as phony tough guys. Then we find out that Shawn used to be a lot cooler than we thought.* After a plug for some great local shops — Nest, City Bird, Hugh, Pure Detroit and Leon & Lulu — ML welcomes Better Made honcho Phil Gusmano on to talk about the amazing journey every chocolate covered chip takes before it lands in your mouth. www.bettermade.com* Better Made Snack FoodsAdd Better Made's line of best-selling seasoned potato chips such as BBQ, Red Hot, Sour Cream and Onion, Salt an…* THE GREAT DEBATE: Almost everyone loved it when Vanderbilt drafted the goalie of the university’s woman’s soccer team to fill...]]>7287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/talking-turkeys-november-24-2020--52617448 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) grab some popcorn while Freep Film Festival Executive Director Steve Byrne (Twitter @AtTheRiv) gives them the inside scoop on instant classics like “Dope Hookers and Pavement.” Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) waits by the side of the road while Joey Zuver polishes his Doc Martens.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: In a bit of foreboding foreshadowing, ML’s nominal authority is over before it even begins as Marc upstages ML’s careful crafted intro with some, admittedly, more timely content. (Sigh)* After ML left Fox 2, but before he rejoined the Detroit Free Press, he and former colleague-turned film impresario Steve Byrne spent many hours crafting elaborate plans for the Soul of Detroit and the Freep Film Festival to work together to take the fest to bright new heights … and then this coronavirus thingee hit. Listen to find out what happened next …* You know about Motown. You know about Alice Cooper and Bob Seeger and The Romantics. You know about Kid Rock. You know about Eminem. But did you know that Detroit had a thriving, writhing, seething punk rock and hardcore scene tucked in between? A documentary, well, documenting those days is just one of the great films you’ll find at this year’s virtual Freep Film Festival.* If there is a silver lining to the delay in the festival’s launch, it’s that Steve and his crew got more time to land a film they might not have been able to nail down earlier in this year. Here is the only play you’ll hear what’s coming here.* Switching gears to the much-maligned Wayne County Board of Canvassers, ML reveals how the canvassers did their job and, along the way, put a surprise ending to a story ML has been following.* How the canvassers made national news and how their work impacted ML’s work.* Shawn and Marc pillory ML for being rather pedestrian in his tastes. Then the faux fancy boys go on and on and on about how great the McRib is! Oh, the marbling, er, the humanity!* THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn and Marc swore they wanted to debate Kelly Stafford’s controversial “Michigan dictatorship” tweet. ML tried to demure, calling her a nice kid who survived a frightening health scare. Nevertheless, he got talked into it. Turns out it was a trap! Here’s what Shawn wrote about Kelly.* Here’s a slightly more famous trap.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML goes first. Marc goes second. Shawn goes third, but then goes on and on about going number two in Drew’s loo.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt pulls off to the side of the road to take us on a journey through the way it wasn’t.

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Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) grab some popcorn while Freep Film Festival Executive Director Steve Byrne (Twitter @AtTheRiv) gives them the inside scoop on instant classics like “Dope Hookers and Pavement.” Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) waits by the side of the road while Joey Zuver polishes his Doc Martens.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: In a bit of foreboding foreshadowing, ML’s nominal authority is over before it even begins as Marc upstages ML’s careful crafted intro with some, admittedly, more timely content. (Sigh)* After ML left Fox 2, but before he rejoined the Detroit Free Press, he and former colleague-turned film impresario Steve Byrne spent many hours crafting elaborate plans for the Soul of Detroit and the Freep Film Festival to work together to take the fest to bright new heights … and then this coronavirus thingee hit. Listen to find out what happened next …* You know about Motown. You know about Alice Cooper and Bob Seeger and The Romantics. You know about Kid Rock. You know about Eminem. But did you know that Detroit had a thriving, writhing, seething punk rock and hardcore scene tucked in between? A documentary, well, documenting those days is just one of the great films you’ll find at this year’s virtual Freep Film Festival.* If there is a silver lining to the delay in the festival’s launch, it’s that Steve and his crew got more time to land a film they might not have been able to nail down earlier in this year. Here is the only play you’ll hear what’s coming here.* Switching gears to the much-maligned Wayne County Board of Canvassers, ML reveals how the canvassers did their job and, along the way, put a surprise ending to a story ML has been following.* How the canvassers made national news and how their work impacted ML’s work.* Shawn and Marc pillory ML for being rather pedestrian in his tastes. Then the faux fancy boys go on and on and on about how great the McRib is! Oh, the marbling, er, the humanity!* THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn and Marc swore they wanted to debate Kelly Stafford’s controversial “Michigan dictatorship” tweet. ML tried to demure, calling her a nice kid who survived a frightening health scare. Nevertheless, he got talked into it. Turns out it was a trap! Here’s what Shawn wrote about Kelly.* Here’s a slightly more famous trap.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: ML goes first. Marc goes second. Shawn goes third, but then goes on and on about going number two in Drew’s loo.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt pulls off to the side of the...]]>4972falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/haters-gonna-hate-november-17-2020--52617449 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) try to bring calm to their contentious countrymen and countrywomen by … arguing (sigh). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) observes the melee from the safety of his ivory tower, while Joey Zuver works on his resume.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML barely gets the phrase “whore’s bath” out of his mouth when Shawn seems to accuse him of being sexist — totally failing to recognize that the term is gender neutral, as this film clip demonstrates.* Gift givers take note: ML’s peace offering of a long-sleeve T-shirt and hoodie for Shawn is met with criticism … even if Shawn was right.* ML wonders how we can have spirited conversations without intellectual honesty, and recounts his exchange with Anthony on Twitter to make his point.* Marc and Shawn feel that tempers are not as hot as ML would have you believe. But they’re wrong. Which makes ML angry. Which makes his point. Kind of. * The boys look back in a bid to find the root of the river of hatred running through American politics. Perhaps not surprisingly, they don’t agree on the “born-on” date.* ML shares a Dick Swett story. Dick Swett was a congressman. Really. No, REALLY!* You might be surprised at who else one of the alleged would-be Gov. Whitmer kidnappers is mad at. Listen and learn why this gentleman from Delaware had a taste for Cheetos. It’s a story first reported by 2020 Michigan Journalist of the Year Tresa Baldas in the Detroit Free Press. * ML reads excerpts from the search warrant request. Spoiler alert: Some of the language is quite colorful.* Marc asks ML for updates on investigations he did for Fox 2 and the Free Press.* Remember Strawberry, the exotic dancer rumored to have danced for Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick? She’s still in a better place, but ML tells a story about another Strawberry who dances and is in a worse place (unless you really like Florida).* THE GREAT DEBATE: ML is wearing tan pants — Wolverine brand — but says it’s time for a Wolverine in tan pants to hit the bricks. As usual, he wins the debate. But who casts the vote that puts him in the majority: Shawn of Marc?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn calls out an expert. Marc calls out a mayor. ML calls out two governors who were slow to mandate common sense. Tune in to find out who’s who.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings has a good connection this week — with everything but Marc and Shawn’s funny bones. * ROOM 7609: Cover month continues with Breach of Trust’s metal-tinged version of The Payola$ “Eyes of a Stranger.” And they’re not the only band to cover this NuWave classic, as you’ll learn from ML’s “more than you ever wanted to know” look back at the under-appreciated Canadian rockers. * FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: We share your comments … which are much nicer than last week’s installment!* HARD OUT: Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.

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Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) observes the melee from the safety of his ivory tower, while Joey Zuver works on his resume.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML barely gets the phrase “whore’s bath” out of his mouth when Shawn seems to accuse him of being sexist — totally failing to recognize that the term is gender neutral, as this film clip demonstrates.* Gift givers take note: ML’s peace offering of a long-sleeve T-shirt and hoodie for Shawn is met with criticism … even if Shawn was right.* ML wonders how we can have spirited conversations without intellectual honesty, and recounts his exchange with Anthony on Twitter to make his point.* Marc and Shawn feel that tempers are not as hot as ML would have you believe. But they’re wrong. Which makes ML angry. Which makes his point. Kind of. * The boys look back in a bid to find the root of the river of hatred running through American politics. Perhaps not surprisingly, they don’t agree on the “born-on” date.* ML shares a Dick Swett story. Dick Swett was a congressman. Really. No, REALLY!* You might be surprised at who else one of the alleged would-be Gov. Whitmer kidnappers is mad at. Listen and learn why this gentleman from Delaware had a taste for Cheetos. It’s a story first reported by 2020 Michigan Journalist of the Year Tresa Baldas in the Detroit Free Press. * ML reads excerpts from the search warrant request. Spoiler alert: Some of the language is quite colorful.* Marc asks ML for updates on investigations he did for Fox 2 and the Free Press.* Remember Strawberry, the exotic dancer rumored to have danced for Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick? She’s still in a better place, but ML tells a story about another Strawberry who dances and is in a worse place (unless you really like Florida).* THE GREAT DEBATE: ML is wearing tan pants — Wolverine brand — but says it’s time for a Wolverine in tan pants to hit the bricks. As usual, he wins the debate. But who casts the vote that puts him in the majority: Shawn of Marc?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn calls out an expert. Marc calls out a mayor. ML calls out two governors who were slow to mandate common sense. Tune in to find out who’s who.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings has a good connection this week — with everything but Marc and Shawn’s funny bones. * ROOM 7609: Cover month continues with Breach of Trust’s metal-tinged version of The Payola$ “Eyes of a Stranger.” And they’re not the only band to cover this NuWave classic, as you’ll learn from ML’s “more than you ever wanted to know” look back at the under-appreciated Canadian rockers. * FIRST AMENDMENT TIME: We share your comments … which are much nicer than last week’s installment!* HARD OUT: Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to...]]>5482falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-heat-of-the-nightcam-november-10-2020--52617418 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) put the spotlight on Tim Pamplin (Twitter @NightCam), WDIV/Local 4’s streetwise one-man band best known as the Night Cam. Then Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) and University of Michigan-Dearborn journalism professor and elections guru Tim Kiska (Facebook Tim Kiska) zoom in to discuss some surprising election results from Detroit. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) hits the books while Joey Zuver wonders why the perfesser keeps using his CompuServe dial-up to connect with the show.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: You know the voice, you’ve seen his video, but you can’t see him. Not even now! Tim explains why Mr. Night Cam wants to remain in the shadows. Then he explains how people recognize him anyway. (Spoiler alert: It’s with their ears!)* ML and Tim spent some time on downtown streets last Friday with a very agitated protester with a 12-gauge slung over his shoulder. Were they worried? Tune in and find out.* Tim explains what he watched as a toddler that inspired him to cross the pond, hoist a P2 camera and tell the stories of the mean streets of Detroit. You’ll even hear about the night the Night Cam was born in blaze that ended in glory!* About that pond … it’s the Atlantic, not the Pacific. Which means he’s English, not Australian. Tim tells how he got here — and whether he’s here to stay.* If you’ve ever wondered whether the Night Cam ever worries about his safety when he’s rolling solo in the middle of a generally hairy live news situation, you’ll have to listen to learn.* ML just could not let an episode pass with a reference to Kwame Kilpatrick. So he recounts that night he spent in the Night Cam van after Hizzoner barred him from attending the 2006 State of the City.* Because it’s all about him, ML also reminds Tim about the time they collaborated on one of ML’s last stories at WDIV. It involved a fish and a potential felony. Intrigued? You bet you are!* By now, you may think you know a thing or two about ol’ Night Cam. But unless you’ve checked out his Moments of Zen, it’s time to guess again.* Still hungry for more? Visit his website: https://www.timothypamplin.com* After Tim dashes off for, oh, I don't know, a car crash or crime scene, ML explodes some election myths, promote's Charlie LeDuff's latest podcast episode and welcomes in Darren and Tim to break down election results in Detroit. Among the issues they explore is how Joe Biden got FEWER votes than Hilary Clinton and how Donald Trump got 5,000 MORE votes in 2020 than in 2016.* One reason Darren says Trump did so well in Detroit? Ice Cube. You heard that right. The genius behind "AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted" is now a Trumper. And that's just some of the cogent election analysis from our panel of experts. To get the rest,

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Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) hits the books while Joey Zuver wonders why the perfesser keeps using his CompuServe dial-up to connect with the show.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: You know the voice, you’ve seen his video, but you can’t see him. Not even now! Tim explains why Mr. Night Cam wants to remain in the shadows. Then he explains how people recognize him anyway. (Spoiler alert: It’s with their ears!)* ML and Tim spent some time on downtown streets last Friday with a very agitated protester with a 12-gauge slung over his shoulder. Were they worried? Tune in and find out.* Tim explains what he watched as a toddler that inspired him to cross the pond, hoist a P2 camera and tell the stories of the mean streets of Detroit. You’ll even hear about the night the Night Cam was born in blaze that ended in glory!* About that pond … it’s the Atlantic, not the Pacific. Which means he’s English, not Australian. Tim tells how he got here — and whether he’s here to stay.* If you’ve ever wondered whether the Night Cam ever worries about his safety when he’s rolling solo in the middle of a generally hairy live news situation, you’ll have to listen to learn.* ML just could not let an episode pass with a reference to Kwame Kilpatrick. So he recounts that night he spent in the Night Cam van after Hizzoner barred him from attending the 2006 State of the City.* Because it’s all about him, ML also reminds Tim about the time they collaborated on one of ML’s last stories at WDIV. It involved a fish and a potential felony. Intrigued? You bet you are!* By now, you may think you know a thing or two about ol’ Night Cam. But unless you’ve checked out his Moments of Zen, it’s time to guess again.* Still hungry for more? Visit his website: https://www.timothypamplin.com* After Tim dashes off for, oh, I don't know, a car crash or crime scene, ML explodes some election myths, promote's Charlie LeDuff's latest podcast episode and welcomes in Darren and Tim to break down election results in Detroit. Among the issues they explore is how Joe Biden got FEWER votes than Hilary Clinton and how Donald Trump got 5,000 MORE votes in 2020 than in 2016.* One reason Darren says Trump did so well in Detroit? Ice Cube. You heard that right. The genius behind "AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted" is now a Trumper. And that's just some of the cogent...]]>6188falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-kwame-connery-november-4-2020--52617357 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) find no news can be good news when it comes to the election, fake Kwame Kilpatrick news can be exhausting, and it's never a good thing when a Bond dies. Later, Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) checks in with historical jokes, while Joey Zuver keeps everyone online and in line.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML is a little frantic. It's almost as if he's been covering the counting of a never ending election.* Marc asks ML how his Sunday went with the breaking "fake news" that former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick would be getting out of prison. ML defends the decision the Free Press made in not running the story. Unlike other outlets that did and then had to remove it… again.* Both people that pushed the Kwame Story forward, Sam Riddle and State Rep. Karen Whittset, turned down the offer to come on the show today.* ML & Sean pay respects to the best James Bond ever as Sean Connery rounds out a terrible year for Bond deaths.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Everyone was mad at Justin Turner for celebrating with his Los Angeles Dodger teammates after testing positive for covid-19 during the series clinching game. One person (besides his teammates) didn't seem to mind.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn's mad at the pollsters who got the 2020 election way wrong, Marc puts a gangster priest up for penance and ML doesn't want to hear your whining if you did exorcise your right to vote.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Matt returns strong with some lessons and jokes. The jokes get ruined as someone felt the need to explain every one.* ROOM 7609: NuWave covers month is extended. This time it's Windsor, Ontario band Neverending White Lights with their take on New Order's "Age of Consent".* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* Need a new ride? Roy O’Brien has been putting metro Detroiters on wheels for 74 years. Before you shop anywhere else, get on the right track to 9 Mile and Mack and check out their super groovy showroom. Find our more at www.royobrien.net.* When it’s time to kick back with a tasty hometown classic brew, reach for an Altes! Learn more about which stores and other quality establishments carry these authentically Detroit suds at www.altes.beer* You can’t beat the meat you get at The Butchery! Mention ML and get a free pound of bacon with a purchase of $50 o...

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5579falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lee-thomas-horror-stories-october-27-2020--52617368 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and clear the aisles for Fox 2 Entertainment anchor Lee Thomas (Twitter @Lee Thomas TV/). Later, Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) checks in with an epic bomb, while Joey Zuver keeps his head down to avoid the arterial spray.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Lee reminisces about his start in New York, working with ABC-TV’s Joel Siegel, scoping out Siskel & Ebert of “At the Movies,” and vowing not to ever get his hair did like Gene Shalit of NBC-TV. Now he is the cinematic genius behind Fox 2’s outstanding “CriticLEE Speaking” film review show. * We’re talking our favorite horror films, but Marc gets Lee talking about his most horrific celebrity interviews. (Spoiler alert: Jonah Hill isn’t always funny.) ML shares his own scary encounter with one of Michigan’s biggest movie stars of all time. And Marc is still heartbroken that MCA turned out to be a Beastly Boy when he interviewed him.* Turns out Lee and ML agree on the best horror movie of all-time. Listen to find out Lee’s other favorites. And ML reveals which flick caused his brother to almost pull the film alarm at the old Shores Madrid movie theater.* Lee lays down some markers for what makes a great horror movie — which is not to be confused with a suspense or slasher flick.* Here’s something scary: Marc was part of Hands Across America. And, allegedly, Up with People.* Shawn chimes in to point out that 30 years after ML was exposed as pathetically unprepared for his interview with Jeff Daniels, he is STILL pathetically unprepared. (Thanks, Shawn!!!)* Lee recalls how he helped make the peace after another critic said something to Snoop Dogg that he NEVER should have said. Listen and learn what “LIG” means when uttered by the King of the LBC. * After Lee exits the stage after his star turn in a leading role, the boys share some of their favorite Halloween costumes of all times. Picture Marc as a dinosaur. ML as Marilyn Monroe. And Shawn demands a re-telling of ML’s Telly Tubby costume story. * THE GREAT DEBATE: After one week of Big Ten football, the boys debate whether we saw the real Wolverines in Minnesota (Marc hopes so) and the real Spartans in East Lansing (ML hopes not).* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn self-flagellates, Marc whips it out on a North Carolina preacher and ML gets deep.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: After this week’s lesson, Professor Matt may be history! Listen to find out why …* ROOM 7609: Just in time for Halloween, Dope checks in to the NuWave suite with their cover of Dead or Alive’s “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record).” It is yet another awesome non-NuWave band covering a NuWave hit. We’ve received so many great suggestions for these kinds of covers that we’re EXTENDING NuWave covers into November. Wait til you see what we come up with next!* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1156Tue, 27 Oct 2020 23:05:00 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) and clear the aisles... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and clear the aisles for Fox 2 Entertainment anchor Lee Thomas (Twitter @Lee Thomas TV/). Later, Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) checks in with an epic bomb, while Joey Zuver keeps his head down to avoid the arterial spray.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Lee reminisces about his start in New York, working with ABC-TV’s Joel Siegel, scoping out Siskel & Ebert of “At the Movies,” and vowing not to ever get his hair did like Gene Shalit of NBC-TV. Now he is the cinematic genius behind Fox 2’s outstanding “CriticLEE Speaking” film review show. * We’re talking our favorite horror films, but Marc gets Lee talking about his most horrific celebrity interviews. (Spoiler alert: Jonah Hill isn’t always funny.) ML shares his own scary encounter with one of Michigan’s biggest movie stars of all time. And Marc is still heartbroken that MCA turned out to be a Beastly Boy when he interviewed him.* Turns out Lee and ML agree on the best horror movie of all-time. Listen to find out Lee’s other favorites. And ML reveals which flick caused his brother to almost pull the film alarm at the old Shores Madrid movie theater.* Lee lays down some markers for what makes a great horror movie — which is not to be confused with a suspense or slasher flick.* Here’s something scary: Marc was part of Hands Across America. And, allegedly, Up with People.* Shawn chimes in to point out that 30 years after ML was exposed as pathetically unprepared for his interview with Jeff Daniels, he is STILL pathetically unprepared. (Thanks, Shawn!!!)* Lee recalls how he helped make the peace after another critic said something to Snoop Dogg that he NEVER should have said. Listen and learn what “LIG” means when uttered by the King of the LBC. * After Lee exits the stage after his star turn in a leading role, the boys share some of their favorite Halloween costumes of all times. Picture Marc as a dinosaur. ML as Marilyn Monroe. And Shawn demands a re-telling of ML’s Telly Tubby costume story. * THE GREAT DEBATE: After one week of Big Ten football, the boys debate whether we saw the real Wolverines in Minnesota (Marc hopes so) and the real Spartans in East Lansing (ML hopes not).* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn self-flagellates, Marc whips it out on a North Carolina preacher and ML gets deep.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: After this week’s lesson, Professor Matt may be history! Listen to find out why …* ROOM 7609: Just in time for Halloween, Dope checks in to the NuWave suite with their cover of Dead or Alive’s “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record).” It is yet another awesome non-NuWave band covering a NuWave hit. We’ve received so many great suggestions for these kinds of covers that we’re EXTENDING NuWave covers into November. Wait til you see what we come up with next!* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it...]]>5547falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/detroit-s-clerk-counts-october-20-2020--52617401 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) grill Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey — who fires back! Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) goes for the three-peat while Joey Zuver prays for America.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Darren, who called out the clerk in one of his columns for the Free Press, goes toe-to-toe with Madam Clerk in his first in-studio visit to Red Shovel Headquarters. * The clerk spends a lot of time in the hot seat. But she doesn’t hesitate to fire back at the “main stream media,” protesters who marched outside her house, and anyone who doesn’t think her team does as well as clerks in other cities. * ML asks the clerk to explain why some votes in ballot boxes can’t be recounted. Her answer may stagger you. * Marc asks the clerk whether other large Michigan cities are getting the same support as Detroit from the Michigan Secretary of State. Her answer may surprise you — it sure seemed to raise Marc’s eyebrows.* The clerk takes plenty o’ heat, but the boys learn she also keeps lists. Case in point: She crosses swords with Darren, then calls out the leader of protesters who have been marching outside her home. * THE GREAT DEBATE: ML forgot to bring the mic he’s been hoarding at home, so has to Darren tap out so Shawn can jump into the ring to debate whether public officials’ homes should be off-limits for protesters trying to make a point.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc takes the topic by the horn (so to speak), prompting ML to chime in, while Shawn itches to get in the game. Which he does — just in time to take a haymaker! It’s not clear, however, whether it is the force of the blow, or a desire to catch his critics off guard, that inspired Shawn’s totally counter-intuitive GOW selection.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Adjunct professor of history (and diesel technology) Matthew Xavier Jennings goes for the three-peat. Does he make it? You’ll have to listen to find out!* ROOM 7609: Radiohead-head Marc has two options for a NuWave cover and, to ML’s delight, opts for the virtuosos’ version of The Smiths’ “Headmaster Ritual.”* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* If you’re l...

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Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) goes for the three-peat while Joey Zuver prays for America.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Darren, who called out the clerk in one of his columns for the Free Press, goes toe-to-toe with Madam Clerk in his first in-studio visit to Red Shovel Headquarters. * The clerk spends a lot of time in the hot seat. But she doesn’t hesitate to fire back at the “main stream media,” protesters who marched outside her house, and anyone who doesn’t think her team does as well as clerks in other cities. * ML asks the clerk to explain why some votes in ballot boxes can’t be recounted. Her answer may stagger you. * Marc asks the clerk whether other large Michigan cities are getting the same support as Detroit from the Michigan Secretary of State. Her answer may surprise you — it sure seemed to raise Marc’s eyebrows.* The clerk takes plenty o’ heat, but the boys learn she also keeps lists. Case in point: She crosses swords with Darren, then calls out the leader of protesters who have been marching outside her home. * THE GREAT DEBATE: ML forgot to bring the mic he’s been hoarding at home, so has to Darren tap out so Shawn can jump into the ring to debate whether public officials’ homes should be off-limits for protesters trying to make a point.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc takes the topic by the horn (so to speak), prompting ML to chime in, while Shawn itches to get in the game. Which he does — just in time to take a haymaker! It’s not clear, however, whether it is the force of the blow, or a desire to catch his critics off guard, that inspired Shawn’s totally counter-intuitive GOW selection.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Adjunct professor of history (and diesel technology) Matthew Xavier Jennings goes for the three-peat. Does he make it? You’ll have to listen to find out!* ROOM 7609: Radiohead-head Marc has two options for a NuWave cover and, to ML’s delight, opts for the virtuosos’ version of The Smiths’ “Headmaster Ritual.”* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Weed Whacker and Lawnmower — each are built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. Send proof of your purchase to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com and you’ll be able to sit in via Zoom for an entire future broadcast of Soul of Detroit!* 5460falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/militia-manhunter-october-13-2020--52617454 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) zooms in from the front seat of a brand-new Ford F150 in the showroom at Roy O’Brien Ford in St. Clair Shores while Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) peppers him with questions… and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) peppers him with salty comments. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) tries to make history with back-to-back strong performances. And Joey Zuver watches … and waits.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML was getting ready to head to Mussel Beach at the Cadieux Cafe last Thursday when he learned he would have to get up early to begin digging into the background of the man accused of masterminding the alleged plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Marc asks him how he got started. (SPOILER ALERT: Part of the answer is “slightly hung over.”* ML reveals how he came up with a plan to make the most of the 17 hours of reporting, and 500 miles on the road. * Here’s what ML came up with — but before you get to read it, you’ll have to subscribe here (it’s only 99 cents a month for the first three months).* Marc and ML discuss how more than a dozen Free Press reporters hit the streets Thursday and Friday in a quest to learn as much as they could about the alleged conspirators. Here’s the best of what they found.* Marc rudely keeps interrupting ML to tell him what a great job his wife Tresa Baldas is doing reporting from Grand Rapids, where five of the alleged plotters are in court for a detention hearing.* Oh, Shawn said some crap, too. SHAWN’S SOUL OF KERRYTOWN, Y’ALL!* THE GREAT DEBATE: The feds have busted self-styled revolutionaries before, only to see the case get thrown out of court. Will this case be any different? The boys exercise their constitutional rights in a lively discussion.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc and Shawn cast a wide net to snare their geeks — including the first Van Halen reference of the episode — while ML makes a shocking call to protect a creature Spartans have been trying to wipe out for decades. * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt Jennings is working on his PhD in made-up his-tow-ree. Fortunately, he’s also making progress toward a bachelor’s in cah-mo-dee. And, of course, he already has a master’s in — wait for it — bation.* ROOM 7609: OK, so this was supposed to be a nice chat about Johnny Cash’s version of Depeche Mode’s “Personal Jesus.” Instead, it turns into a Van Halen love-fest. Except for ML. He only tolerated VH because it gave hi...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1125Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/) zooms in from the front seat of a brand-new Ford F150 in the showroom at http://www.royobrien.net while Marc... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) zooms in from the front seat of a brand-new Ford F150 in the showroom at Roy O’Brien Ford in St. Clair Shores while Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) peppers him with questions… and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) peppers him with salty comments. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) tries to make history with back-to-back strong performances. And Joey Zuver watches … and waits.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML was getting ready to head to Mussel Beach at the Cadieux Cafe last Thursday when he learned he would have to get up early to begin digging into the background of the man accused of masterminding the alleged plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Marc asks him how he got started. (SPOILER ALERT: Part of the answer is “slightly hung over.”* ML reveals how he came up with a plan to make the most of the 17 hours of reporting, and 500 miles on the road. * Here’s what ML came up with — but before you get to read it, you’ll have to subscribe here (it’s only 99 cents a month for the first three months).* Marc and ML discuss how more than a dozen Free Press reporters hit the streets Thursday and Friday in a quest to learn as much as they could about the alleged conspirators. Here’s the best of what they found.* Marc rudely keeps interrupting ML to tell him what a great job his wife Tresa Baldas is doing reporting from Grand Rapids, where five of the alleged plotters are in court for a detention hearing.* Oh, Shawn said some crap, too. SHAWN’S SOUL OF KERRYTOWN, Y’ALL!* THE GREAT DEBATE: The feds have busted self-styled revolutionaries before, only to see the case get thrown out of court. Will this case be any different? The boys exercise their constitutional rights in a lively discussion.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc and Shawn cast a wide net to snare their geeks — including the first Van Halen reference of the episode — while ML makes a shocking call to protect a creature Spartans have been trying to wipe out for decades. * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt Jennings is working on his PhD in made-up his-tow-ree. Fortunately, he’s also making progress toward a bachelor’s in cah-mo-dee. And, of course, he already has a master’s in — wait for it — bation.* ROOM 7609: OK, so this was supposed to be a nice chat about Johnny Cash’s version of Depeche Mode’s “Personal Jesus.” Instead, it turns into a Van Halen love-fest. Except for ML. fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-pun-ishment-october-6-2020--52617376 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) soldier on while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) recuperates in his recently painted domicile. FBI supervisory special agent Jeff Rolands joins the boys to talk about Detroit’s deadly summer before David Clayton dials in to talk about how police and angels are helping addicts get help.Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) is hunting for better jokes while Joey Zuver keeps the planes from colliding in midair.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Even for a burgh often described as Murder City, Detroit has had one helluva deadly summer. FBI supervisory special agent Jeff Rolands talks about why so many people are getting shot, who is doing the shooting, and how cops and the feds are trying to stem the bloodshed.* Got info that will help lock up the bad guys? The G-man says you should call 1-800-CALL-FBI. (Make sure you write that down, because it’s not easy to remember!)* David Clayton, brought to us by Hope Not Handcuffs, talks about his struggle to conquer his demons and what we can do to help people struggling with addictions get the assistance they need to get better.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Politics is such a twisted game that even contracting a deadly virus could count as a lucky break. Which has the boys wondering whether President Trump’s contraction of COVID-19 could boost his re-election odds?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn gets deep. Marc mentions the subject of two of ML’s recent investigations. And ML goes after a big bank, a social media giant, and one of the most important health organizations in the world. Tune in to hear who is who.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings joins us from his most remote location yet, yet somehow has one of his best connections. And best jokes! Come get schooled!* ROOM 7609: It’s NuWave covers month, but this time we’re playing NuWave classics performed by non-NuWave bands. ML is practically breathless after listening to Melanie Pain and Nouvelle Vague perform The Smiths “Sweet and Tender Hooligan.” Listen and find out why.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * Hope Not Handcuffs is an initiative started by Families Against Narcotics (FAN), aimed at bringing law enforcement and community organizations together in an effort to find viable treatment options for individuals seeking help to reduce dependency with heroin, prescription drugs, and alcohol. Find out more at www.hopenothandcuffs.com* Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Lawnmower 3.0 — it’s built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML. *

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1117Wed, 07 Oct 2020 03:04:45 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) soldier on while Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor)... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) soldier on while Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) recuperates in his recently painted domicile. FBI supervisory special agent Jeff Rolands joins the boys to talk about Detroit’s deadly summer before David Clayton dials in to talk about how police and angels are helping addicts get help.Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) is hunting for better jokes while Joey Zuver keeps the planes from colliding in midair.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Even for a burgh often described as Murder City, Detroit has had one helluva deadly summer. FBI supervisory special agent Jeff Rolands talks about why so many people are getting shot, who is doing the shooting, and how cops and the feds are trying to stem the bloodshed.* Got info that will help lock up the bad guys? The G-man says you should call 1-800-CALL-FBI. (Make sure you write that down, because it’s not easy to remember!)* David Clayton, brought to us by Hope Not Handcuffs, talks about his struggle to conquer his demons and what we can do to help people struggling with addictions get the assistance they need to get better.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Politics is such a twisted game that even contracting a deadly virus could count as a lucky break. Which has the boys wondering whether President Trump’s contraction of COVID-19 could boost his re-election odds?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn gets deep. Marc mentions the subject of two of ML’s recent investigations. And ML goes after a big bank, a social media giant, and one of the most important health organizations in the world. Tune in to hear who is who.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings joins us from his most remote location yet, yet somehow has one of his best connections. And best jokes! Come get schooled!* ROOM 7609: It’s NuWave covers month, but this time we’re playing NuWave classics performed by non-NuWave bands. ML is practically breathless after listening to Melanie Pain and Nouvelle Vague perform The Smiths “Sweet and Tender Hooligan.” Listen and find out why.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * Hope Not Handcuffs is an initiative started by Families Against Narcotics (FAN), aimed at bringing law enforcement and community organizations together in an effort to find viable treatment options for individuals seeking help to reduce dependency with heroin, prescription drugs, and alcohol. Find out more at www.hopenothandcuffs.com* Clean up your act with Manscaped’s Lawnmower 3.0 — it’s built for a man, but strong enough for a woman! Go to www.manscaped.com and get 20% off and free shipping with promo code ML....]]>5417falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vote-if-by-land-or-absentee-september-29-2020--52617374 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) pepper Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson with questions about how to vote, where to vote and what’s being done to make sure our votes are counted. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) kicks the knowledge while Joey Zuver wonders why he even bothered studying history in college. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Madam Secretary answers a flurry of questions about: How you can vote? Where you can vote? Who is sending you all those absentee ballot applications? Whether you can get an absentee ballot and still vote in person? Who can drop off your completed absentee ballot? How you can vote even after sending in your absentee ballot? What is being done to make sure your votes are counted? What the Secretary of State is doing to help get the votes counted in Detroit? To hear her answers to all this and more, you’ll have to listen to the show. If you still have questions, you can visit www.michigan.gov/vote and www.michigan.gov/electionsecurity. If you sense something sketchy about the election, you can send an email to the Secretary of State’s office at: misinformation@michigan.gov* ML asks Secretary Benson to respond to a suggestion that she is a “protege” of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. ML then shares his own experiences dealing with Benson during her time as a member of the Detroit Ethics Board, law school professor and Dean of the Wayne State University School of Law.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The New York Times reported that President Trump only paid $750 in income taxes a couple times. The boys debate what impact that revelation will have on the 2020 presidential race — and ML wonders what’s up with Joe Biden’s taxes. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc and Shawn have some good candidates, but ML takes the cake with his selection of cake eater Tucker Carlson and the admission of his Fox News lawyers’ admission that not everything the smug yuppie says is true!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Dr. J kicks the history. Is it funny? That’s for you to say. (And if you repeat this a few times quickly, it kinda rhymes!)* ROOM 7609:  Our month of epic NuWave B-sides ends on a high note, with “How Soon Is Now?” the B-side to The Smiths’ “William It Was Really Nothing.” (Proving that, once again, ANR men make lots of mistakes!) As an added bonus, Christopher George, lead singer of The Smiths United, joins us to discuss The Smiths and The Smiths United’s gig this Friday outside at the Cadieux Cafe. For full details — including the Cadieux’s nightly music line-up — visit www.cadieuxcafe.com* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1100Wed, 30 Sep 2020 01:24:12 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Detroit Free... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) pepper Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson with questions about how to vote, where to vote and what’s being done to make sure our votes are counted. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) kicks the knowledge while Joey Zuver wonders why he even bothered studying history in college. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Madam Secretary answers a flurry of questions about: How you can vote? Where you can vote? Who is sending you all those absentee ballot applications? Whether you can get an absentee ballot and still vote in person? Who can drop off your completed absentee ballot? How you can vote even after sending in your absentee ballot? What is being done to make sure your votes are counted? What the Secretary of State is doing to help get the votes counted in Detroit? To hear her answers to all this and more, you’ll have to listen to the show. If you still have questions, you can visit www.michigan.gov/vote and www.michigan.gov/electionsecurity. If you sense something sketchy about the election, you can send an email to the Secretary of State’s office at: misinformation@michigan.gov* ML asks Secretary Benson to respond to a suggestion that she is a “protege” of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. ML then shares his own experiences dealing with Benson during her time as a member of the Detroit Ethics Board, law school professor and Dean of the Wayne State University School of Law.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The New York Times reported that President Trump only paid $750 in income taxes a couple times. The boys debate what impact that revelation will have on the 2020 presidential race — and ML wonders what’s up with Joe Biden’s taxes. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc and Shawn have some good candidates, but ML takes the cake with his selection of cake eater Tucker Carlson and the admission of his Fox News lawyers’ admission that not everything the smug yuppie says is true!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Dr. J kicks the history. Is it funny? That’s for you to say. (And if you repeat this a few times quickly, it kinda rhymes!)* ROOM 7609:  Our month of epic NuWave B-sides ends on a high note, with “How Soon Is Now?” the B-side to The Smiths’ “William It Was Really Nothing.” (Proving that, once again, ANR men make lots of mistakes!) As an added bonus, Christopher George, lead singer of The Smiths United, joins us to discuss The Smiths and The Smiths United’s gig this Friday outside at the Cadieux Cafe. For full details — including the Cadieux’s nightly music line-up — visit www.cadieuxcafe.com* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation for $20 or more via the link on our homepage,...]]>6169falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/back-to-school-september-23-2020--52617375 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) try to school MSU Trustee Brian Mosallam (Twitter @Bmosallam63/Facebook Brian Mosallam). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) auditions for tenure while Joey Zuver, once again, shows more class than anyone else.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Brian Mosallam is running for re-election, but he’s not running from questions. The boys pepper him with questions about Larry Nassar, ESPN’s “Between the Lines” story on MSU athletics, former Michigan governor and former interim MSU president John Engler, whether students taking virtual classes should get a discount on tuition and whether it’s safe to return to sports.* ML long ago urged his fellow Spartans not to revel in the revelations about notorious University of Michigan Dr. Robert Anderson, despite the tasteless jokes made in Ann Arbor about predatory MSU Dr. Larry Nassar. But ML can’t help wondering where EPSN has been on this story. Mosallam says that doesn’t bother him so much, and shares the advice he gave to his peers at U-M about how to handle their own heart-breaking scandal.* ML questions the qualifications of MSU AD Bill Beekman. Mosallam calls Beekman one of the smartest people he’s ever met. Tune in to hear his rationale.* One hundred pounds ago, Brian played football at MSU. Hear what he says when asked if he would return to play next month or opt out of the 2020 season.* Two of the most controversial MSU trustees in recent times are Joel Ferguson and George Perles. Brian has criticism for one and love for the other. Listen to learn which is which.* We’re not a political podcast, and we don’t endorse candidates. But Brian has a cute campaign commercial featuring his daughter. Hear it here.* Want to learn more about Brian? Visit his campaign website here. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn and Marc still want to pay college athletes. ML thinks they’re already handsomely compensated with scholarships, room and board, tutoring, clothing, swag, travel, training, nutrition, you name it. Of course, he’s right. (Editor's note: He's not). But does COVID-19 change the equation? Listen as ML gets hammered as he tries to make his case.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The boys each have multiple great candidates, but the grand prize winner is a politician who told everyone to mark his words and use them against him if he turned out to be a hypocrite. Well, he is. So we did.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY Dr. Matt Jennings has a great connection this week — with everything but key moments in history! * ROOM 7609: ML once again tries to turn Duran Duran into the house band in Room 7609. This time, it’s with “Khanada,” the B-side to “Careless Memories.” Somehow, that leads to a discussion of Duran Duran’s cover songs album. Then ML teases listeners with hints about the next two selections for the NuWave Suite. And, finally, he announces that next week Room 7609 will book its first ever live guest!* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1076Wed, 23 Sep 2020 13:28:29 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) try to school MSU... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) try to school MSU Trustee Brian Mosallam (Twitter @Bmosallam63/Facebook Brian Mosallam). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) auditions for tenure while Joey Zuver, once again, shows more class than anyone else.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Brian Mosallam is running for re-election, but he’s not running from questions. The boys pepper him with questions about Larry Nassar, ESPN’s “Between the Lines” story on MSU athletics, former Michigan governor and former interim MSU president John Engler, whether students taking virtual classes should get a discount on tuition and whether it’s safe to return to sports.* ML long ago urged his fellow Spartans not to revel in the revelations about notorious University of Michigan Dr. Robert Anderson, despite the tasteless jokes made in Ann Arbor about predatory MSU Dr. Larry Nassar. But ML can’t help wondering where EPSN has been on this story. Mosallam says that doesn’t bother him so much, and shares the advice he gave to his peers at U-M about how to handle their own heart-breaking scandal.* ML questions the qualifications of MSU AD Bill Beekman. Mosallam calls Beekman one of the smartest people he’s ever met. Tune in to hear his rationale.* One hundred pounds ago, Brian played football at MSU. Hear what he says when asked if he would return to play next month or opt out of the 2020 season.* Two of the most controversial MSU trustees in recent times are Joel Ferguson and George Perles. Brian has criticism for one and love for the other. Listen to learn which is which.* We’re not a political podcast, and we don’t endorse candidates. But Brian has a cute campaign commercial featuring his daughter. Hear it here.* Want to learn more about Brian? Visit his campaign website here. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn and Marc still want to pay college athletes. ML thinks they’re already handsomely compensated with scholarships, room and board, tutoring, clothing, swag, travel, training, nutrition, you name it. Of course, he’s right. (Editor's note: He's not). But does COVID-19 change the equation? Listen as ML gets hammered as he tries to make his case.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The boys each have multiple great candidates, but the grand prize winner is a politician who told everyone to mark his words and use them against him if he turned out to be a hypocrite. Well, he is. So we did.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY Dr. Matt Jennings has a great connection this week — with everything but key moments in history! * ROOM 7609: ML once again tries to turn Duran Duran into the house band in Room 7609. This time, it’s with “Khanada,” the B-side to “Careless Memories.” Somehow, that leads to a discussion of Duran Duran’s cover songs album. Then ML teases listeners with hints about the next two selections for the NuWave Suite. And, finally, he announces that next week Room 7609 will book its first ever live guest!* HARD OUT: Find out...]]>5068falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miller-s-high-life-september-16-2020--52617377 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) welcome Fox 2 Detroit Sports Director and Detroit Lions play-by-play man Dan Miller (Twitter @DanMillerFox2) to their huddle in Drew’s basement. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) finally gets a stable connection to the internet, while Joey Zuver remains the only stable element in this chaotic crucible.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML is SO grateful to have his friend and former Fox 2 colleague Dan Miller on the show that he swears he won’t waste any of Dan’s time — and then immediately begins plugging his own work at the Detroit Free Press while Dan waits patiently. * Dan finally gets to impart some wisdom after ML asks him what it feels like to call a game in a completely empty stadium. Dan says it must be a lot like emceeing a meeting of the Shawn Windsor Fan Club. (Not really, but Shawn never reads these show notes, so we figured we could get away with taking a shot here…)* Marc and Shawn ask Dan a bunch of questions about one of ML’s least favorite football teams that is not based in Ann Arbor (or any city south of the Mason-Dixon Line). Hear what Dan tells them while ML dream weaves.* Dan watches sports for a living. Find out which sport he has enjoyed watching the most during the pandemic.* ML asks one of the longest questions in broadcast history about how Dan handles dealing with athletes he may like who just aren’t quite cutting it on the field. Dan’s says … oh, hell; just listen and learn!* ML drones on and on about some other stuff that happened in the news since the last episode. The world wonders when he’ll EVER stop droning on and on about himself.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Seriously, the boys had a topic — a good topic. But then ML starts spouting off, and then Shawn and Marc turn it into an inquisition about ML’s distaste for the Home Town Eleven.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc, then Shawn offer their candidates. But ML big foots them by zeroing in on a local Republican leader he caught spouting Fake News, which some people thought was the exclusive domain of the drive-by media and Libtards. Oh, the humanity!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Matt Jennings has his best connection — and best material — in weeks. If only he had stopped one item sooner … !* ROOM 7609:  OK, so ML’s choice for a New Order B-side isn’t exactly a New Order B-side. But it’s still sweet as hell, so just go with it, willya?* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1061Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:15:13 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) welcome Fox 2 Detroit... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) welcome Fox 2 Detroit Sports Director and Detroit Lions play-by-play man Dan Miller (Twitter @DanMillerFox2) to their huddle in Drew’s basement. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) finally gets a stable connection to the internet, while Joey Zuver remains the only stable element in this chaotic crucible.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML is SO grateful to have his friend and former Fox 2 colleague Dan Miller on the show that he swears he won’t waste any of Dan’s time — and then immediately begins plugging his own work at the Detroit Free Press while Dan waits patiently. * Dan finally gets to impart some wisdom after ML asks him what it feels like to call a game in a completely empty stadium. Dan says it must be a lot like emceeing a meeting of the Shawn Windsor Fan Club. (Not really, but Shawn never reads these show notes, so we figured we could get away with taking a shot here…)* Marc and Shawn ask Dan a bunch of questions about one of ML’s least favorite football teams that is not based in Ann Arbor (or any city south of the Mason-Dixon Line). Hear what Dan tells them while ML dream weaves.* Dan watches sports for a living. Find out which sport he has enjoyed watching the most during the pandemic.* ML asks one of the longest questions in broadcast history about how Dan handles dealing with athletes he may like who just aren’t quite cutting it on the field. Dan’s says … oh, hell; just listen and learn!* ML drones on and on about some other stuff that happened in the news since the last episode. The world wonders when he’ll EVER stop droning on and on about himself.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Seriously, the boys had a topic — a good topic. But then ML starts spouting off, and then Shawn and Marc turn it into an inquisition about ML’s distaste for the Home Town Eleven.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Marc, then Shawn offer their candidates. But ML big foots them by zeroing in on a local Republican leader he caught spouting Fake News, which some people thought was the exclusive domain of the drive-by media and Libtards. Oh, the humanity!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Matt Jennings has his best connection — and best material — in weeks. If only he had stopped one item sooner … !* ROOM 7609:  OK, so ML’s choice for a New Order B-side isn’t exactly a New Order B-side. But it’s still sweet as hell, so just go with it, willya?* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you!

Become a...]]>5176falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blue-ball-labor-pains-september-9-2020--52617457 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) labor to make sense of union matters. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) joins us later with a latte while Joey Zuver checks with his shop steward on the grievance he filed over his working conditions.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is laboring to get his energy up as he prepares to celebrate Labor Day, albeit a day or two late.* Darren discusses what it was like to hit the picket line during the last great newspaper strike in American history. Shawn and ML share how they handled efforts to recruit them as replacement workers.* On yet another tangent, ML recounts his trip to corporate HQ with Jim Schaefer and the warning they received to NOT TOUCH THE BIG BLUE BALL — OR ELSE!!!* Darren was 24 years old when the 1995 Detroit News and Free Press lockout interrupted his career. He discusses how he got by.* Marc wonders how union members felt about Mitch Albom’s actions during the lockout. Darren doesn’t pull any punches.* Marc asks ML if he supports ALL unions. The short answer is “Yes.” For the full answer, you’ll have to listen. And, modestly, we think it’s worth your time.* ML’s coverage of Detroit Will Breathe’s lawsuit against the City of Detroit and Detroit Police inspired some nasty emails. He reads some, and invites the rest of the crew to share some of their “favorite” hate mail. Readers did not like the story about protesters suing Detroit or the one about a federal judge temporarily halting some tactics.* For those of you keeping track at home, by this point in the show there have been several Kwame Kilpatrick stories worked into the narrative. Listen and see if you can catch them all!* ML plays a nasty voicemail he received at Fox 2. It was included in his look back at some of 2017’s greatest (s)hits. If you missed it, please watch it here.* THE GREAT DEBATE: What should the public make of stories based on anonymous sources — and do reporters use them too much? Listen before you answer, because while you may hate some stories based on anonymous sources, I guarantee there’s at least one major investigation you love that was supported by unnamed sources. * GEEK OF THE WEEK:  The peasants are revolting! Shawn calls a wildcat strike and refuses to work until ML agrees to name his Geek before Shawn takes his turn. Reluctantly, ML makes the concession.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1048Wed, 09 Sep 2020 14:28:39 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Detroit Free... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) labor to make sense of union matters. Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) joins us later with a latte while Joey Zuver checks with his shop steward on the grievance he filed over his working conditions.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is laboring to get his energy up as he prepares to celebrate Labor Day, albeit a day or two late.* Darren discusses what it was like to hit the picket line during the last great newspaper strike in American history. Shawn and ML share how they handled efforts to recruit them as replacement workers.* On yet another tangent, ML recounts his trip to corporate HQ with Jim Schaefer and the warning they received to NOT TOUCH THE BIG BLUE BALL — OR ELSE!!!* Darren was 24 years old when the 1995 Detroit News and Free Press lockout interrupted his career. He discusses how he got by.* Marc wonders how union members felt about Mitch Albom’s actions during the lockout. Darren doesn’t pull any punches.* Marc asks ML if he supports ALL unions. The short answer is “Yes.” For the full answer, you’ll have to listen. And, modestly, we think it’s worth your time.* ML’s coverage of Detroit Will Breathe’s lawsuit against the City of Detroit and Detroit Police inspired some nasty emails. He reads some, and invites the rest of the crew to share some of their “favorite” hate mail. Readers did not like the story about protesters suing Detroit or the one about a federal judge temporarily halting some tactics.* For those of you keeping track at home, by this point in the show there have been several Kwame Kilpatrick stories worked into the narrative. Listen and see if you can catch them all!* ML plays a nasty voicemail he received at Fox 2. It was included in his look back at some of 2017’s greatest (s)hits. If you missed it, please watch it here.* THE GREAT DEBATE: What should the public make of stories based on anonymous sources — and do reporters use them too much? Listen before you answer, because while you may hate some stories based on anonymous sources, I guarantee there’s at least one major investigation you love that was supported by unnamed sources. * GEEK OF THE WEEK:  The peasants are revolting! Shawn calls a wildcat strike and refuses to work until ML agrees to name his Geek before Shawn takes his turn. Reluctantly, ML makes the concession.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>6364falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/devin-does-detroit-september-2-2020--52617460 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) dial up WDIV lead anchor Devin Scillian (Twitter @DevinScillian/Facebook Devin Scillian). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) works on his virtual lesson plan while Joey Zuver takes a break from shopping for school supplies to try and keep the wheels from coming off.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If the Detroit Will Breathe movement has succeeded in anything, it is turning ML into a punching bag. Listen to find out how it went down. You can also read ML’s latest on an epic legal battle building up between protesters and the city. * Devin arrives with a purse full of pearls he shares with the swine in the basement. Here’s just one of them: Journalism used to be about finding important things and making them interesting, but now the emphasis seems to be on finding interesting things and making them seem important. Deep!* For a guy used to asking the questions, Devin does pretty well answering them. The topics range from President Donald Trump’s problems with the truth, Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s problems with COVID-19 and nursing homes, and how much responsibility the media bears for the mess we’re in. * While the boys debate the media’s tendency to give the people what they want, ML shares an inside story from his days at WDIV and suggests that the people themselves are to blame for the steady diet of junk food the media serves up. Devin counters with a great line about consultANTS.* Marc asks Devin, a star of the small screen, how he ended up on so many big screens in 2011. Turns out the anchor man started out as a theater major. Listen in to get the scoop.* Anchor, author, musician. There’s almost nothing Devin doesn’t do. Which is one reason he’s encouraging folks to support struggling musicians with a contribution to the Virtual Tip Jar, which you can find at this link.* All signs point to trouble in the upcoming election, but Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey isn’t saying much about the problems her team has had counting votes. Darren says it’s the most important part of her job, but she’s just not cutting the mustard. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Just when you thought America had all the trouble it could handle dealing with protests, COUNTER-protesters make the scene.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1031Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:30:00 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Detroit Free... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols) dial up WDIV lead anchor Devin Scillian (Twitter @DevinScillian/Facebook Devin Scillian). Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) works on his virtual lesson plan while Joey Zuver takes a break from shopping for school supplies to try and keep the wheels from coming off.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If the Detroit Will Breathe movement has succeeded in anything, it is turning ML into a punching bag. Listen to find out how it went down. You can also read ML’s latest on an epic legal battle building up between protesters and the city. * Devin arrives with a purse full of pearls he shares with the swine in the basement. Here’s just one of them: Journalism used to be about finding important things and making them interesting, but now the emphasis seems to be on finding interesting things and making them seem important. Deep!* For a guy used to asking the questions, Devin does pretty well answering them. The topics range from President Donald Trump’s problems with the truth, Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s problems with COVID-19 and nursing homes, and how much responsibility the media bears for the mess we’re in. * While the boys debate the media’s tendency to give the people what they want, ML shares an inside story from his days at WDIV and suggests that the people themselves are to blame for the steady diet of junk food the media serves up. Devin counters with a great line about consultANTS.* Marc asks Devin, a star of the small screen, how he ended up on so many big screens in 2011. Turns out the anchor man started out as a theater major. Listen in to get the scoop.* Anchor, author, musician. There’s almost nothing Devin doesn’t do. Which is one reason he’s encouraging folks to support struggling musicians with a contribution to the Virtual Tip Jar, which you can find at this link.* All signs point to trouble in the upcoming election, but Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey isn’t saying much about the problems her team has had counting votes. Darren says it’s the most important part of her job, but she’s just not cutting the mustard. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Just when you thought America had all the trouble it could handle dealing with protests, COUNTER-protesters make the scene.

Become a supporter of this podcast: 5368falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/napoleon-s-spending-bennies-august-26-2020--52617372 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) welcome the Motor City Muckraker himself, Steve Neavling of the Metro Times! (Twitter @Muckraker_Steve/Facebook Steve Neavling). Joey Zuver is more of a leaf raker, a skill that will once again be in demand this fall.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Steve digs into Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon’s campaign finances and learns that the sheriff has spent a half million bucks on expenses that seem to have almost nothing to do with campaigning. * ML asks that you consider supporting Steve and investigative journalists by doing what ML did and join the Metro Times Press Club. * While you’ve got your wallet out, please consider supporting M.L. and Shawn’s work at the Free Press by using this link to subscribe. It’s only 3 freaking bucks for the first 3 freaking months!!! (And you’ll need a subscription to read their best stuff)* Shawn pipes up for a listener who is very concerned about the way ML pronounces the name of the show’s official beer sponsor. Is it ALL-tess? AL-tess? ML isn’t sure, but is willing to discuss it over a cold ALTES – available at a quality bar or store near you!* ML spent another couple days on the protest beat after Detroit police arrested 44 people when Detroit Will Breathe occupied a section of Woodward Avenue. Listen in and get the straight dope. Read about it here and here.* Shawn isn’t happy, but ML still insists on revisiting those secret FBI recordings of Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland at a strip club that were the subject of last week’s show and a one episode, true crime podcast ML made for the Detroit Free Press (check it out via the link below). Nevertheless, ML asks Marc to play the end of an interview ML did with Leland. According to Leland, he told ML to: “Get the f*** out of my office.” The sound bite Marc plays suggests the councilman’s memory may be a tad faulty.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1022Tue, 25 Aug 2020 14:33:00 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) welcome the Motor City Muckraker himself, Steve Neavling of the Metro Times! (Twitter @Muckraker_Steve/Facebook Steve Neavling). Joey Zuver is more of a leaf raker, a skill that will once again be in demand this fall.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Steve digs into Wayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon’s campaign finances and learns that the sheriff has spent a half million bucks on expenses that seem to have almost nothing to do with campaigning. * ML asks that you consider supporting Steve and investigative journalists by doing what ML did and join the Metro Times Press Club. * While you’ve got your wallet out, please consider supporting M.L. and Shawn’s work at the Free Press by using this link to subscribe. It’s only 3 freaking bucks for the first 3 freaking months!!! (And you’ll need a subscription to read their best stuff)* Shawn pipes up for a listener who is very concerned about the way ML pronounces the name of the show’s official beer sponsor. Is it ALL-tess? AL-tess? ML isn’t sure, but is willing to discuss it over a cold ALTES – available at a quality bar or store near you!* ML spent another couple days on the protest beat after Detroit police arrested 44 people when Detroit Will Breathe occupied a section of Woodward Avenue. Listen in and get the straight dope. Read about it here and here.* Shawn isn’t happy, but ML still insists on revisiting those secret FBI recordings of Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland at a strip club that were the subject of last week’s show and a one episode, true crime podcast ML made for the Detroit Free Press (check it out via the link below). Nevertheless, ML asks Marc to play the end of an interview ML did with Leland. According to Leland, he told ML to: “Get the f*** out of my office.” The sound bite Marc plays suggests the...]]>4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/secrets-lies-audiotape-august-19-2020--52617465 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) invite Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols/Instagram dnick128) to impart some wisdom. Joey Zuver is wise enough to steer clear of the controversy.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML starts the show with a fresh take on the Unabomber look, sporting his sweet lid from The Butchery and alternating between his new Soul of Detroit mask and Soul of Detroit gaiter — available NOW at www.drewandmikestore.com* The boys listen to some of the secret FBI recordings of Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland hanging out with businessman Bob Carmack at a Detroit strip club, where they discuss what Leland is willing to do for $15,000.* Leland, in one of the clips, says he told ML to get the f*** out of his office. But the video shows that’s not quite how that meeting wrapped up.* If you can’t get enough of Leland caught on tape in the 7 hilarious clips Marc plays while ML opines, you can hear even more by checking out ML’s exclusive investigation for the Detroit Free Press. You’ll need to subscribe to read the full story and listen to a 20-minute, single episode true crime podcast that includes loads of outtakes from the recordings as well as commentary from ML, Carmack and the man who almost knocked Leland off in 2013.* Here’s how to subscribe. It’s super cheap — and super important!* Darren calls out Detroit City Council and City Hall poobahs for failing to call out Leland, limit his power or remove him for office in the nearly three years since he was indicted on bribery charges. Darren also dished out some wisdom a Father’s Day column in the Free Press. * Shawn has to leave the show a little early this week, but not before ML calls for a “time out” to discuss one of his most recent fabulous columns.* THE GREAT DEBATE: ML says the NCAA’s response to the coronavirus ...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=1010Wed, 19 Aug 2020 14:24:26 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) invite Detroit Free Press contributing columnist Darren Nichols (Twitter @dnick12/Facebook Darren Nichols/Instagram dnick128) to impart some wisdom. Joey Zuver is wise enough to steer clear of the controversy.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML starts the show with a fresh take on the Unabomber look, sporting his sweet lid from The Butchery and alternating between his new Soul of Detroit mask and Soul of Detroit gaiter — available NOW at www.drewandmikestore.com* The boys listen to some of the secret FBI recordings of Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland hanging out with businessman Bob Carmack at a Detroit strip club, where they discuss what Leland is willing to do for $15,000.* Leland, in one of the clips, says he told ML to get the f*** out of his office. But the video shows that’s not quite how that meeting wrapped up.* If you can’t get enough of Leland caught on tape in the 7 hilarious clips Marc plays while ML opines, you can hear even more by checking out ML’s exclusive investigation for the Detroit Free Press. You’ll need to subscribe to read the full story and listen to a 20-minute, single episode true crime podcast that includes loads of outtakes from the recordings as well as commentary from ML, Carmack and the man who almost knocked Leland off in 2013.* Here’s how to subscribe. It’s super cheap — and super important!* Darren calls out Detroit City Council and City Hall poobahs for failing to call out Leland, limit his power or remove him for office in the nearly three years since he was indicted on bribery charges. Darren also dished out some wisdom a Father’s Day column in the Free Press. * Shawn has to leave the show a little early this week, but not before ML calls for a “time out” to...]]>5544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/penis-cake-i-scream-august-12-2020--52617408 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) get their just desserts. Joey Zuver opts for more nutritious fare.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Incumbent Michigan Journalist of the Year Tresa Baldas (Twitter @tbaldas/Facebook Tresa Baldas) discusses her recent coverage of the controversy at the Macomb County Medical Examiner’s office that resulted in the Detroit Free Press publishing a headline including the phrase “penis cake".* Marc wonders whether there was a recent birthday that coincided with the delivery of the penis cake, which arrived shortly after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.* M.L. stresses that no one should have to work in a hostile workplace, recommending that employees under duress contact their human resources director, the EEOC or an attorney.* Shawn expresses support for biscotti. Yeah, we know that seems out of left field. But if you listen to the show, it makes more sense than you might otherwise think.* The news organization that employs M.L. and Shawn may soon be referred to as the Not-So-Free Press, as the Detroit Free Press finally builds a wall, a pay wall — and you’re going to pay for it! Listen and learn how it works, hear Shawn attack M.L. and find out what it’s all about. Here’s a link to subscribe. Here’s what Free Press Editor Peter Bhatia had to say about it.* M.L. reads a letter from the loved ones of Honest ? John Thompson, who was the guest of honor on last week’s show, which was the first-ever Detroit podcast wake! This graphic below should help you find the location of a memorial plaque for John on Belle Isle. * Shawn has been killing it with his sports columns since returning from his furlough, prompting some of us to wonder why he doesn’t get laid off more often!* THE GREAT DEBATE: The boys debate who should decide whether to pull the plug on college football.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s selection is SUCH A BASTARD that the award has been temporarily renamed to appropriately capture his villainy.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: What does history have to do with small lobsters? Matt tells all — and plants an image that will be almost impossible to forget. But, boy, is it girth it!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=996Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:48:39 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) get their just desserts. Joey Zuver opts for more nutritious fare.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Incumbent Michigan Journalist of the Year Tresa Baldas (Twitter @tbaldas/Facebook Tresa Baldas) discusses her recent coverage of the controversy at the Macomb County Medical Examiner’s office that resulted in the Detroit Free Press publishing a headline including the phrase “penis cake".* Marc wonders whether there was a recent birthday that coincided with the delivery of the penis cake, which arrived shortly after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.* M.L. stresses that no one should have to work in a hostile workplace, recommending that employees under duress contact their human resources director, the EEOC or an attorney.* Shawn expresses support for biscotti. Yeah, we know that seems out of left field. But if you listen to the show, it makes more sense than you might otherwise think.* The news organization that employs M.L. and Shawn may soon be referred to as the Not-So-Free Press, as the Detroit Free Press finally builds a wall, a pay wall — and you’re going to pay for it! Listen and learn how it works, hear Shawn attack M.L. and find out what it’s all about. Here’s a link to subscribe. Here’s what Free Press Editor Peter Bhatia had to say about it.* M.L. reads a letter from the loved ones of Honest ? John Thompson, who was the guest of honor on last week’s show, which was the first-ever Detroit podcast wake! This graphic below should help you find the location of a memorial plaque for John on Belle Isle. * Shawn has been killing it with his sports columns since returning from his furlough, prompting some of us to wonder why he doesn’t get laid off more often!* THE GREAT DEBATE: The boys debate who should decide whether to pull the plug on college football.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s selection is SUCH A BASTARD that the award has been temporarily renamed to appropriately capture his villainy.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: What does history have to do with small lobsters? Matt tells all — and plants an image that will be almost impossible to forget. But, boy, is it girth it!

Become a...]]>4492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gone-but-not-forgotten-august-5-2020--52617394 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) should observe a moment of silence, but just keep yapping. Joey Zuver observes an entire show in silence.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  In a Detroit podcasting first, ML and the boys host an online wake for John Thompson, the legendary proprietor of Honest ? John’s (Bar no Grill).* Before introducing friends and customers of John, Marc shares a story about his time working with the late, great Jamie Samuelsen, whose death at 48 shocked Detroiters. In honor of Jamie, the boys echo his call for everyone to have a colonoscopy. * Shawn also shares the story of his brother-in-law, you also left us before his time. Like Jamie, Don Moray listened to others and made people feel like they mattered. * Despite the somber occasion, ML sneaks in a jab at the Wolverines. Marc thinks Jamie, a Wildcat, would have approved.* Before things get too deep, ML welcomes Andrew and Matthew Turnbull, Jim Curran, Lynne Kneiss and Allan Lengel to share their favorite memories of John Thompson, the man behind one of the best bars in Detroit at a time when there weren’t many great bars in Detroit. Thompson died July 10 in Cape Coral, Fla., but the sad news didn’t hit Detroit until last week. * John was famously irascible, but also magnificently magnanimous. He also had a phlegmatic laugh and distinctive accent, apparently honed during a hardscrabble upbringing in the Cass Corridor. Listen for uncanny imitations — and more!* If you were an adult down on your luck, there was a chance John would give you work. If you were a needy kid, there was an even better chance John would give you a gift. If you were a drug dealing neighbor, there was a chance he would shoot up your car. If you were a pain in his ass, there was a chance he would bar you. And if you were barred, there was a chance he would soon forget. These are just some of the great memories John’s friends share on this week’s episode.* ML shares a story about one particularly memorable night at the original Honest ? John’s on Field Street just off East Jefferson. Shawn, clearly moved, lets ML get away with telling a story that is mainly about himself when he should be telling a story about the guest of honor.* There are many, many more great stories, including John’s entrepreneurial streak — he used to rent kayaks and bikes long before anyone else — and his creative fundraisers, like his moonshot postcards. The moons, by the way, were provided by his customers. Listen and learn and, we hope, laugh.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The media has an obligation to provide fair and balanced coverage in which all sides are represented. But does that obligation extend so far that crackpots should have their say? The boys chop it up.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are so many good candidates you’d think it wou...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=976Wed, 05 Aug 2020 15:45:50 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) should observe a moment of silence, but just keep yapping. Joey Zuver observes an entire show in silence.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  In a Detroit podcasting first, ML and the boys host an online wake for John Thompson, the legendary proprietor of Honest ? John’s (Bar no Grill).* Before introducing friends and customers of John, Marc shares a story about his time working with the late, great Jamie Samuelsen, whose death at 48 shocked Detroiters. In honor of Jamie, the boys echo his call for everyone to have a colonoscopy. * Shawn also shares the story of his brother-in-law, you also left us before his time. Like Jamie, Don Moray listened to others and made people feel like they mattered. * Despite the somber occasion, ML sneaks in a jab at the Wolverines. Marc thinks Jamie, a Wildcat, would have approved.* Before things get too deep, ML welcomes Andrew and Matthew Turnbull, Jim Curran, Lynne Kneiss and Allan Lengel to share their favorite memories of John Thompson, the man behind one of the best bars in Detroit at a time when there weren’t many great bars in Detroit. Thompson died July 10 in Cape Coral, Fla., but the sad news didn’t hit Detroit until last week. * John was famously irascible, but also magnificently magnanimous. He also had a phlegmatic laugh and distinctive accent, apparently honed during a hardscrabble upbringing in the Cass Corridor. Listen for uncanny imitations — and more!* If you were an adult down on your luck, there was a chance John would give you work. If you were a needy kid, there was an even better chance John would give you a gift. If you were a drug dealing neighbor, there was a chance he would shoot up your car. If you were a pain in his ass, there was a chance he would bar you. And if you were barred, there was a chance he would soon forget. These are just some of the great memories John’s friends share on this week’s episode.* ML shares a story about one particularly memorable night at the original Honest ? John’s on Field Street just off East Jefferson. Shawn, clearly moved, lets ML get away with telling a story that is mainly about himself when he should be telling a story about the guest of honor.* There are many, many more great stories, including John’s entrepreneurial streak — he used to rent kayaks and bikes long before anyone else — and his creative fundraisers, like his moonshot postcards. The moons, by the way, were provided by his customers. Listen and learn and, we hope, laugh.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The media has an obligation to provide fair and balanced coverage in which all sides are represented. But does that obligation extend so far that crackpots should have their say? The boys chop it up.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are so many good...]]>5023falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-boy-elrick-july-29-2020--52617464 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) look back on the life and times of an East Side Gangster. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  But, first, a BLATANT COMMERCIAL APPEAL … We’re hoping to drum up some business for manscaped.com to encourage them to become a long-time sponsor of the show. The first listener to send proof they spent at least $75 using promo code ML gets a Manscaped t-shirt. Promo code ML gets you 20% off and free shipping. Everyone else who ponies up $75 or more for some high-quality personal grooming products can choose either a SOD trucker cap or autographed “Kwame Sutra.” Send your proof to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com* Allan Lengel of DetroitDetroit.com joins the boys to reflect on his decades of dealings with Richard “White Boy Rick” Wershce. Here is one of his latest reports on WBR.* After Wersche got busted with major weight, he turned into a star source for law enforcement. Yet, he somehow ended up doing more time than just about anyone else convicted of drug dealing. Allan several possible explanations.* There were a lot of stars in WBR’s orbit, from Mayor Coleman Young’s niece to Detroit cop/part-time movie star/Detroit City Council President Gil Hill to Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy. Allan tells you what roles each played in WBR’s life and incarceration.* Allan gives his take on what the “real” WBR is like, what he thought about the Matthew McConaughey biopic and what happened to their relationship after Hollywood came calling.* ML discusses his social science experiment with a complementary comment on social media about POTUS.* Shawn opines on masks. Get his take here.* ML wrote a pretty cool story about one of his fellow Detroit Tigers vendors. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says you MUST wear a mask everywhere but (you’ll have to listen to learn where). The boys debate That Woman from Michigan’s rationale.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The competition is fierce between a dog lover, a couple who wore swastika masks to Walmart to a politician who celebrated the birthday of first Grand Wizard of the Klan. Who will take home this week’s prize? You’ll have to listen to find out.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings has a better connection this week, but still can’t keep the rest of the crew from trying to derail his lecture.* ROOM 7609: Talk about a tie-in! To help promote manscaped.com, this week’s guest in the NuWave suite is the Buzzcoc...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=963Wed, 29 Jul 2020 15:13:26 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) look back on the life and times of an East Side Gangster. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  But, first, a BLATANT COMMERCIAL APPEAL … We’re hoping to drum up some business for manscaped.com to encourage them to become a long-time sponsor of the show. The first listener to send proof they spent at least $75 using promo code ML gets a Manscaped t-shirt. Promo code ML gets you 20% off and free shipping. Everyone else who ponies up $75 or more for some high-quality personal grooming products can choose either a SOD trucker cap or autographed “Kwame Sutra.” Send your proof to mlsoulofdetroit@gmail.com* Allan Lengel of DetroitDetroit.com joins the boys to reflect on his decades of dealings with Richard “White Boy Rick” Wershce. Here is one of his latest reports on WBR.* After Wersche got busted with major weight, he turned into a star source for law enforcement. Yet, he somehow ended up doing more time than just about anyone else convicted of drug dealing. Allan several possible explanations.* There were a lot of stars in WBR’s orbit, from Mayor Coleman Young’s niece to Detroit cop/part-time movie star/Detroit City Council President Gil Hill to Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy. Allan tells you what roles each played in WBR’s life and incarceration.* Allan gives his take on what the “real” WBR is like, what he thought about the Matthew McConaughey biopic and what happened to their relationship after Hollywood came calling.* ML discusses his social science experiment with a complementary comment on social media about POTUS.* Shawn opines on masks. Get his take here.* ML wrote a pretty cool story about one of his fellow Detroit Tigers vendors. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says you MUST wear a mask everywhere but (you’ll have to listen to learn where). The boys debate That Woman from Michigan’s rationale.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The competition is fierce between a dog lover, a couple who wore swastika masks to Walmart to a politician who celebrated the birthday of first Grand Wizard of the Klan. Who will take home this week’s prize? You’ll have to listen to find out.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings has a better connection this week, but still can’t keep the rest of the crew from trying to derail his lecture.* ROOM 7609: Talk about a tie-in! To help promote manscaped.com, this week’s guest in the NuWave suite is the Buzzcoc...

Become a supporter of this podcast: 4357falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leland-follies-july-22-2020--52617420 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) all support manscaping — even though only one of them admits to actually doing it. Joey Zuver refuses to be dragged into such tawdry talk.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML fails in his audition for The SOD Apprentice for starting the show late, even though he had a good excuse: Waiting for the Detroit City Council to say something — anything! — about one of their colleagues who was recently charged with misconduct in office.* The new felony charge against Detroit City Councilmember Gabe Leland has ML waxing nostalgic, as he takes a look back at his tumultuous relationship with the men of the Leland family. It started with Leland’s father, Burton, praising ML for his Kwame Kilpatrick’s exposes. But things changed, as ML explains to anyone who takes the time to listen to a long story that is not so badly told.* After exposing daddy’s lies, ML turned to baby. First, he revealed that Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland voted for about $2 million in city deals with companies run by his then-girlfriend. Then ML broke the news that a Detroit businessman wore a wire for the FBI after Leland allegedly demanded a bribe. Finally, ML uncovered how the feds tried to resolve there bribery case against Leland by shipping it off to state court.* Reporters and photographers can spend days and days on surveillance, roasting in hot vehicles or freezing while posted up behind a post. Other times, it pays to be in the right place at the right time. That’s how ML got some incriminating video and photos of Leland spending time where he probably shouldn’t have. Now ML is telling the inside story behind this story.* ML tells the behind the scenes story of how he outsmarted Leland to make this encounter happen.* What trip down memory lane would be complete without another horror story about ML’s time at Local 4? So listen and get another tale of woe.* Shawn delves into changes in news coverage philosophy, looking back at a time when newspapers were shifting resources to suburban coverage — and what may have motivated them. A lively discussion ensues.* THE GREAT DEBATE: He’s b-a-a-a-c-k! POTUS is reviving his COVID-19 briefings. The boys debate whether this is a good thing for Trump — and America.* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  It’s tough to look tough while wielding a rifle while wearing a pink polo shirt. And even having a pistol-packing mama at your side won’t help much.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=944Wed, 22 Jul 2020 15:04:12 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) all support manscaping — even though only one of them admits to actually doing it. Joey Zuver refuses to be dragged into such tawdry talk.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML fails in his audition for The SOD Apprentice for starting the show late, even though he had a good excuse: Waiting for the Detroit City Council to say something — anything! — about one of their colleagues who was recently charged with misconduct in office.* The new felony charge against Detroit City Councilmember Gabe Leland has ML waxing nostalgic, as he takes a look back at his tumultuous relationship with the men of the Leland family. It started with Leland’s father, Burton, praising ML for his Kwame Kilpatrick’s exposes. But things changed, as ML explains to anyone who takes the time to listen to a long story that is not so badly told.* After exposing daddy’s lies, ML turned to baby. First, he revealed that Detroit City Councilman Gabe Leland voted for about $2 million in city deals with companies run by his then-girlfriend. Then ML broke the news that a Detroit businessman wore a wire for the FBI after Leland allegedly demanded a bribe. Finally, ML uncovered how the feds tried to resolve there bribery case against Leland by shipping it off to state court.* Reporters and photographers can spend days and days on surveillance, roasting in hot vehicles or freezing while posted up behind a post. Other times, it pays to be in the right place at the right time. That’s how ML got some incriminating video and photos of Leland spending time where he probably shouldn’t have. Now ML is telling the inside story behind this story.* ML tells the behind the scenes story of how he outsmarted Leland to make this encounter happen.* What trip down memory lane would be complete without another horror story about ML’s time at Local 4? So listen and get another tale of woe.* Shawn delves into changes in news coverage philosophy, looking back at a time when newspapers were shifting resources to suburban coverage — and what may have motivated them. A lively discussion ensues.* THE GREAT DEBATE: He’s b-a-a-a-c-k! POTUS is reviving his COVID-19 briefings. The boys debate whether this is a good thing for Trump — and America.* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  It’s tough to look tough while wielding a rifle while wearing a pink polo shirt. And even having a pistol-packing mama at your...]]>4531falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/duggan-discount-july-15-2020--52617468 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) ask a politician to help them save money. Joey Zuver just plans to saves the day. Again.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Les garçons célèbrent le jour de la Bastille. (To those of you who are less French than our fair city, which started as a French trading post, that means: “The boys celebrate Bastille Day.”)* ML asks listeners to help the show encourage a personal grooming company to sign on as a sponsor by making a purchase at www.manscaped.com and using promo code ML for a 20% discount and free shipping. DO IT NOW!* Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan makes just his second local podcast appearance, zooming into the Soul of Detroit nearly 10 years after trekking out to Franklin to appear on the first incarnation of the Drew and Mike Podcast. ML marks the occasion with a gratuitous jab at Dave Bing, resurrecting speculation about Bing’s true residency during his time as mayor.* Duggan provides quick tips on how to save hundreds on your auto insurance. If you want a more detailed plan, check out his presentation on Facebook. * ML asks Duggan why he abandoned his plan to create an insurance company. * Marc asks Hizzoner who loses under the state’s auto insurance reform plan. * Like an idiot, ML provides insurance companies an excuse for jacking up rates by pointing out that lots of cars get broken into or stolen in Detroit. Duggan says ML is missing the bigger point.* Hizzoner walks the boys through some of the more complicated twists and turns that could save you a grand — or cost you a bundle. Here’s the short version: If you have a relative in your house who isn’t on your health insurance, you better stay with your old auto insurance. But you can save a bundle if an unrelated person who isn’t on your health insurance lives in your house. (We TOLD you it was complicated!)* ML shares some stories about the recently departed bridge, trucking and real estate mogul Manuel “Matty” Moroun. As Shawn notes, OF COURSE there’s a Kwame Kilpatrick angle. * It turns out the world is listening — and responding — to issues first broached on the Soul of Detroit. ML counts them down.* THE GREAT DEBATE:Politicians are debating whether kids should go back to school in the fall. Politicians are rarely a font of wisdom. So the boys decide to help clear the fog. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Number One men’s tennis player says he’s the victim of a witch hunt. ML shows him no love, taking the game, set and match!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Ronald Reagan said: “Trust, but verify.” Professor Jennings says: “Listen, but don’t expect to find this stuff in any history book.”* ROOM 7609: Ultravox warns folks who disregard the Soul of Detroit that they will “Reap the Wild Wind.” Then ML slips in a Smiths reference. * HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage,

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(To those of you who are less French than our fair city, which started as a French trading post, that means: “The boys celebrate Bastille Day.”)* ML asks listeners to help the show encourage a personal grooming company to sign on as a sponsor by making a purchase at www.manscaped.com and using promo code ML for a 20% discount and free shipping. DO IT NOW!* Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan makes just his second local podcast appearance, zooming into the Soul of Detroit nearly 10 years after trekking out to Franklin to appear on the first incarnation of the Drew and Mike Podcast. ML marks the occasion with a gratuitous jab at Dave Bing, resurrecting speculation about Bing’s true residency during his time as mayor.* Duggan provides quick tips on how to save hundreds on your auto insurance. If you want a more detailed plan, check out his presentation on Facebook. * ML asks Duggan why he abandoned his plan to create an insurance company. * Marc asks Hizzoner who loses under the state’s auto insurance reform plan. * Like an idiot, ML provides insurance companies an excuse for jacking up rates by pointing out that lots of cars get broken into or stolen in Detroit. Duggan says ML is missing the bigger point.* Hizzoner walks the boys through some of the more complicated twists and turns that could save you a grand — or cost you a bundle. Here’s the short version: If you have a relative in your house who isn’t on your health insurance, you better stay with your old auto insurance. But you can save a bundle if an unrelated person who isn’t on your health insurance lives in your house. (We TOLD you it was complicated!)* ML shares some stories about the recently departed bridge, trucking and real estate mogul Manuel “Matty” Moroun. As Shawn notes, OF COURSE there’s a Kwame Kilpatrick angle. * It turns out the world is listening — and responding — to issues first broached on the Soul of Detroit. ML counts them down.* THE GREAT DEBATE:Politicians are debating whether kids should go back to school in the fall. Politicians are rarely a font of wisdom. So the boys decide to help clear the fog. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: The Number One men’s tennis player says he’s the victim of a witch hunt. ML shows him no love, taking the game, set and match!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Ronald Reagan said: “Trust, but verify.” Professor Jennings says: “Listen, but don’t expect to find this stuff in any history book.”* ROOM 7609: Ultravox warns folks who disregard the Soul of Detroit that they will “Reap the Wild Wind.” Then ML slips in a Smiths reference. * HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind...]]>4880falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/viral-media-july-8-2020--52617417 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) have a stable connection this week. And we hope that’s a reference to their internet hook-up. Joey Zuver continues to be our rock.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before he even introduces the podcast line-up, ML whines that he still has not been called up to play for his neighborhood softball team. He’s a five tool player: Run, hit, catch, throw, Allen wrench.* There has been SO MUCH conflicting information on the novel coronavirus, known to some as COVID-19, that the boys called in Kristen Jordan Shamus (Twitter @KristenShamus) of the Detroit Free Press to cut through all the noise.* Does the coronavirus come with long-lasting after effects? Why did experts advise against masks before recommending masks? Why are more people getting the bug but fewer people are dying? What should we believe about hydroxychloroquine? What’s this about someone using Klondike bars as a prophylactic? Kristen breaks it down.* After nearly 300 eggheads said they are concerned COVID-19 might be airborne, Marc asks Kristen whether she would feel safer hanging out indoors or with the mostly-maskless gang at Diamond Lake. What did she say? C’mon! You know you have to listen to learn!* Turns out there are some flags Shawn likes! Listen and learn.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The media has done a GREAT JOB covering the coronavirus, at great risk to their own health. So why aren’t we hearing more about whether New York City really needed all those ventilators they requested? That’s just one of the questions the boys debate as they take a hard look at why some issues that were once front page stories have miraculously disappeared — just like that novel coronavirus thingee was supposed to.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: We keep the competition stiff, but the guy in the video below still manages to run away with this week’s prize — after calling Brooklyn 9-1-1.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings somehow stays on track as the lunatics try to take over the asylum.* ROOM 7609: You’ll recognize the voice you hear singing “Are Friends Electric” for Tubeway Army. But do you know his real name. Or how he got his stage name? Or what science fiction story inspired this song — and a cinematic classic? The answers are waiting next to Gideon’s Bible on the nightstand in Room 7609. Check in to check it out.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.

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He’s a five tool player: Run, hit, catch, throw, Allen wrench.* There has been SO MUCH conflicting information on the novel coronavirus, known to some as COVID-19, that the boys called in Kristen Jordan Shamus (Twitter @KristenShamus) of the Detroit Free Press to cut through all the noise.* Does the coronavirus come with long-lasting after effects? Why did experts advise against masks before recommending masks? Why are more people getting the bug but fewer people are dying? What should we believe about hydroxychloroquine? What’s this about someone using Klondike bars as a prophylactic? Kristen breaks it down.* After nearly 300 eggheads said they are concerned COVID-19 might be airborne, Marc asks Kristen whether she would feel safer hanging out indoors or with the mostly-maskless gang at Diamond Lake. What did she say? C’mon! You know you have to listen to learn!* Turns out there are some flags Shawn likes! Listen and learn.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The media has done a GREAT JOB covering the coronavirus, at great risk to their own health. So why aren’t we hearing more about whether New York City really needed all those ventilators they requested? That’s just one of the questions the boys debate as they take a hard look at why some issues that were once front page stories have miraculously disappeared — just like that novel coronavirus thingee was supposed to.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: We keep the competition stiff, but the guy in the video below still manages to run away with this week’s prize — after calling Brooklyn 9-1-1.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Professor Jennings somehow stays on track as the lunatics try to take over the asylum.* ROOM 7609: You’ll recognize the voice you hear singing “Are Friends Electric” for Tubeway Army. But do you know his real name. Or how he got his stage name? Or what science fiction story inspired this song — and a cinematic classic? The answers are waiting next to Gideon’s Bible on the nightstand in Room 7609. Check in to check it out.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant...]]>4829falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mistakes-by-a-lake-july-1-2020--52617399 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) overcome technical difficulties. Mostly. Joey Zuver is not responsible for anything that went wrong.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Michigan Journalist of the Year Tresa Baldas joins the boys to discuss her report in the Detroit Free Press about how a gathering at a college bar in East Lansing turned the Grosse Pointes into a COVID-19 hotspot.* Zorro. The Lone Ranger. The Gimp from “Pulp Fiction.” What do they have in common? They all wore masks. The boys wonder why so many other people are still hung up about doing their part to keep the virus from spreading.* Tresa teases everyone with a sneak peek at her next coronavirus exclusive.* The Free Press recently picked some of the greatest finishes of all times — and it turns out ML was at most of them. Shawn and Marc also witnessed some of those moments, with Shawn getting close enough to punch Ron Artest in the pills. To find out whether he landed a blow, you’ll have to listen.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Police almost ran over protesters who hopped on a cop car Sunday night. What starts as a debate over who went too far turns into a discussion of whether police should stop providing an escort and just let the marchers take their luck with Detroit traffic. Take a look at the dash cam video here and here.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Everybody likes dead presidents. Well, maybe not EVERYBODY. Find out which former POTUS we name GOW.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Those who forget history — or forget to change the channel — are doomed to hear Matt crack jokes about it.* ROOM 7609:  A listener recommended Erasure as a great choice for LGBT Pride Month. And, since the show was recorded on June 30, they technically checked into the NuWave suite just before pride month ended. Either way, “Love to Hate You” is such a great tune that it deserves to be played in July, too.  * SO YOU SAY: We’ve got LOADS of listener feedback. And not all of it is bad! Check it out.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=896Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:35:00 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) overcome technical difficulties. Mostly. Joey Zuver is not responsible for anything that went wrong.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Michigan Journalist of the Year Tresa Baldas joins the boys to discuss her report in the Detroit Free Press about how a gathering at a college bar in East Lansing turned the Grosse Pointes into a COVID-19 hotspot.* Zorro. The Lone Ranger. The Gimp from “Pulp Fiction.” What do they have in common? They all wore masks. The boys wonder why so many other people are still hung up about doing their part to keep the virus from spreading.* Tresa teases everyone with a sneak peek at her next coronavirus exclusive.* The Free Press recently picked some of the greatest finishes of all times — and it turns out ML was at most of them. Shawn and Marc also witnessed some of those moments, with Shawn getting close enough to punch Ron Artest in the pills. To find out whether he landed a blow, you’ll have to listen.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Police almost ran over protesters who hopped on a cop car Sunday night. What starts as a debate over who went too far turns into a discussion of whether police should stop providing an escort and just let the marchers take their luck with Detroit traffic. Take a look at the dash cam video here and here.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Everybody likes dead presidents. Well, maybe not EVERYBODY. Find out which former POTUS we name GOW.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Those who forget history — or forget to change the channel — are doomed to hear Matt crack jokes about it.* ROOM 7609:  A listener recommended Erasure as a great choice for LGBT Pride Month. And, since the show was recorded on June 30, they technically checked into the NuWave suite just before pride month ended. Either way, “Love to Hate You” is such a great tune that it deserves to be played in July, too.  * SO YOU SAY: We’ve got LOADS of listener feedback. And not all of it is bad! Check it out.* HARD OUT: 3894falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/context-with-chief-craig-june-24-2020--52617385 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) put their arrested development on hold — temporarily. Joey Zuver keeps bail money handy … just in case.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Boy, we sure hope everyone who was mad that protest organizer Tristan Taylor was on last week stuck with us long enough to catch Detroit Police Chief James Craig this week! If not, please reach out to remind them every story has at least two sides — and this is one of the rare places you’ll get both sides!* Marchers say police were disrespectful and tried to provoke them. They never mentioned that some of their chants and actions were disrespectful toward police and provocative. ML asks the chief what he makes of this apparent irony.* ML, who was found at fault after police officers slammed him up against a wall in a church, asks the chief whether he sees value in having an independent party review complaints against police. The chief delivers perhaps the longest “no” in broadcast history.* Yes, he went there. Chief Craig said white officers accused of excessive force face a greater presumption of guilt than Black officers.* Marc asks the chief if he has problems with unions trying to protect bad officers. His answer might surprise you.* The chief says defunding police would take de fun out of living in a big city that would have fewer cops — and more danger. But he does see some merit with part of the call for changing the way departments operate.* Shawn asks the chief whether police have become too militarized. The chief says police are not the military. But that doesn’t mean he’s ready to give up some of the gear.* Marc asks the chief to weigh in on the Atlanta PD killing of Rayshard Brooks and gets a detailed and nuanced answer. SPOILER ALERT: The chief says it’s not nearly as clear-cut as the George Floyd killing in Minneapolis.* The chief realizes — too late! — that he’s spending his morning with a couple guys in a basement!!!* Kwame Kilpatrick did NOT get the longest sentence in U.S. history. ML discusses his look at the OTHER guy who got 28 years — and the challenges each crooked pol is battling as they try to get out of prison 20 years early due to the coronavirus crisis. * Shawn took former Detroit Tiger Aubrey Huff to task for his diatribe against people who wear masks. Among the many people who read and responded to Shawn’s excellent work was … Aubrey Huff! Listen and get the behind-the-scenes story of how that went down.* THE GREAT DEBATE: There’s no debate here that the Washington Redskins should change their nickname. But what about the Central Michigan University Chippewas? Illinois Fighting Illini? Florida State Seminoles? Atlanta Braves? Or Ole Miss Rebels — who came, oh so close, to closing Admiral Ackbar as their mascot.

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If not, please reach out to remind them every story has at least two sides — and this is one of the rare places you’ll get both sides!* Marchers say police were disrespectful and tried to provoke them. They never mentioned that some of their chants and actions were disrespectful toward police and provocative. ML asks the chief what he makes of this apparent irony.* ML, who was found at fault after police officers slammed him up against a wall in a church, asks the chief whether he sees value in having an independent party review complaints against police. The chief delivers perhaps the longest “no” in broadcast history.* Yes, he went there. Chief Craig said white officers accused of excessive force face a greater presumption of guilt than Black officers.* Marc asks the chief if he has problems with unions trying to protect bad officers. His answer might surprise you.* The chief says defunding police would take de fun out of living in a big city that would have fewer cops — and more danger. But he does see some merit with part of the call for changing the way departments operate.* Shawn asks the chief whether police have become too militarized. The chief says police are not the military. But that doesn’t mean he’s ready to give up some of the gear.* Marc asks the chief to weigh in on the Atlanta PD killing of Rayshard Brooks and gets a detailed and nuanced answer. SPOILER ALERT: The chief says it’s not nearly as clear-cut as the George Floyd killing in Minneapolis.* The chief realizes — too late! — that he’s spending his morning with a couple guys in a basement!!!* Kwame Kilpatrick did NOT get the longest sentence in U.S. history. ML discusses his look at the OTHER guy who got 28 years — and the challenges each crooked pol is battling as they try to get out of prison 20 years early due to the coronavirus crisis. * Shawn took former Detroit Tiger Aubrey Huff to task for his diatribe against people who wear masks. Among the many people who read and responded to Shawn’s excellent work was … Aubrey Huff! Listen and get the behind-the-scenes story of how that went down.* THE GREAT DEBATE: There’s no debate here that the Washington Redskins should change their nickname. But what about the Central...]]>6988falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protest-this-june-17-2020--52617396 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) march to their own drummers. Joey Zuver keeps the beat.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Remember speculation about the role that DTE may have played in ML’s departure from Fox 2? ML starts to let his mullet down, but short circuits his own story to get to guest Tristan Taylor, leader of Detroit Will Breathe, which has been marching in Detroit for two weeks.* The People’s March, aka Detroit Will Breathe, aka The Movement has 11 demands it submitted to Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. There’s another dozen or so they also want to see happen. * Find out how Detroit Will Breathe formed, whether they are part of a national organization and their willingness to work with other organizations.* Protesters have done a lot of marching. But have they gotten much done? Tristan gives his take.* Shawn asks Tristan how much sports has changed in the past two months.* ML asks Tristan what role he thinks the coronavirus played in building up the The Movement.* Is bringing protesters together helping spread COVID-19? Get Tristan’s take. (Hint: It involves personal responsibility)* Marc asks Tristan to respond to YOUR QUESTIONS! Hear what listeners asked, and what answers they got. * While marchers chant some very harsh things about police, a Detroit cop died three years after being shot in the line of duty. Tristan’s response to the officer’s death may surprise you – it sure surprised ML!* Does having so many white people in The Movement hurt Detroit Will Breathe? Get Tristan’s take.* Tristan talks about how the car caravan came together …and how he felt about the city council’s reaction to protestors driving by their homes.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The City of Detroit removed the giant bust of Columbus just outside City Hall on Randolph Street, inspiring a debate over “Cancel Culture.” Guess who wants statues removed, who doesn’t care, and who has a novel solution.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: People who make racially insensitive comments often say: “But some of my best friends are … .” We’re pretty sure that doesn’t apply to this week’s geek. * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt looks back in time and calls a Statue of Liberty play that probably won’t help him score...

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ML starts to let his mullet down, but short circuits his own story to get to guest Tristan Taylor, leader of Detroit Will Breathe, which has been marching in Detroit for two weeks.* The People’s March, aka Detroit Will Breathe, aka The Movement has 11 demands it submitted to Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. There’s another dozen or so they also want to see happen. * Find out how Detroit Will Breathe formed, whether they are part of a national organization and their willingness to work with other organizations.* Protesters have done a lot of marching. But have they gotten much done? Tristan gives his take.* Shawn asks Tristan how much sports has changed in the past two months.* ML asks Tristan what role he thinks the coronavirus played in building up the The Movement.* Is bringing protesters together helping spread COVID-19? Get Tristan’s take. (Hint: It involves personal responsibility)* Marc asks Tristan to respond to YOUR QUESTIONS! Hear what listeners asked, and what answers they got. * While marchers chant some very harsh things about police, a Detroit cop died three years after being shot in the line of duty. Tristan’s response to the officer’s death may surprise you – it sure surprised ML!* Does having so many white people in The Movement hurt Detroit Will Breathe? Get Tristan’s take.* Tristan talks about how the car caravan came together …and how he felt about the city council’s reaction to protestors driving by their homes.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The City of Detroit removed the giant bust of Columbus just outside City Hall on Randolph Street, inspiring a debate over “Cancel Culture.” Guess who wants statues removed, who doesn’t care, and who has a novel solution.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: People who make racially insensitive comments often say: “But some of my best friends are … .” We’re pretty sure that doesn’t apply to this week’s geek. * THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Matt looks back in time and calls a Statue of Liberty play that probably won’t...]]>4964falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-ides-of-marching-june-10-2020--52617431 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) were planning on a great show … and then something happened. Joey Zuver is forced to witness the whole damn debacle.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before superstar restaurant critic and storyteller Mark Kurlyandchik joins the fray, ML threatens to commit canine-icide.* Mark (with a k — and a K) tells us how he got to know Tristan Taylor, one of the leaders of what has been called The People’s March, The Movement and Detroit Will Breathe. And he opens with a zinger!* Marc (with a c — and a See You on Facebook Live) asks how the restaurant critic got pulled into the Detroit Free Press’ coverage of the daily marches against police brutality. And we learn that Mark (with a k — and a Kaboodle of experience in the journalism biz) is one multi-faceted cat!* Shawn stops the show to mark a Soul of Detroit record. You’ll have to endure 17 minutes of blather to find out what it is. But it is s-o-o-o-o worth it! And Mark (with a k — as in “oK, enough of this already!”) gets in another zinger.* The lads discuss The Movement’s demands, which include opposition to the city’s use of facial recognition to fight crime.* Mark (with a k — as in, enough of this “with a K and a C stuff”) discusses his job as restaurant critic, how he handles lousy restaurants — and how there’s so much more to it. Including this story, which posted right after Mark went back to his day job.* Mark has some fun with Marc over a review Mark did that Marc mocked years ago on the Drew and Mike Podcast.* ML, Shawn, Marc and Mark delve into the fate of restaurants and bars, which can finally re-open after three months on ice during the governor’s Stay Home orders designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s Mark’s report on one of the first restaurants to re-open.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Mike Judge in “Office Space” couldn’t get enough flair.  But a local market got caught up in controversy when it banned some flair. What SHOULD they have done?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Fox Network News evening host hammered LeBron James for making political comments, but gave Drew Brees a pass for doing the same thing. If you’re wondering what characteristics we’re looking for in a GOW, start with HYPOCRISY!!!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Looking back over millennia of human achievement, Matt picks out three — just three!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=847Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:31:24 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) were planning on a great show … and then something happened. Joey Zuver is forced to witness the whole damn debacle.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before superstar restaurant critic and storyteller Mark Kurlyandchik joins the fray, ML threatens to commit canine-icide.* Mark (with a k — and a K) tells us how he got to know Tristan Taylor, one of the leaders of what has been called The People’s March, The Movement and Detroit Will Breathe. And he opens with a zinger!* Marc (with a c — and a See You on Facebook Live) asks how the restaurant critic got pulled into the Detroit Free Press’ coverage of the daily marches against police brutality. And we learn that Mark (with a k — and a Kaboodle of experience in the journalism biz) is one multi-faceted cat!* Shawn stops the show to mark a Soul of Detroit record. You’ll have to endure 17 minutes of blather to find out what it is. But it is s-o-o-o-o worth it! And Mark (with a k — as in “oK, enough of this already!”) gets in another zinger.* The lads discuss The Movement’s demands, which include opposition to the city’s use of facial recognition to fight crime.* Mark (with a k — as in, enough of this “with a K and a C stuff”) discusses his job as restaurant critic, how he handles lousy restaurants — and how there’s so much more to it. Including this story, which posted right after Mark went back to his day job.* Mark has some fun with Marc over a review Mark did that Marc mocked years ago on the Drew and Mike Podcast.* ML, Shawn, Marc and Mark delve into the fate of restaurants and bars, which can finally re-open after three months on ice during the governor’s Stay Home orders designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s Mark’s report on one of the first restaurants to re-open.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Mike Judge in “Office Space” couldn’t get enough flair.  But a local market got caught up in controversy when it banned some flair. What SHOULD they have done?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Fox Network News evening host hammered LeBron James for making political comments, but gave Drew Brees a pass for doing the same thing. If you’re wondering what characteristics we’re looking for in a GOW, start with HYPOCRISY!!!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY: Looking back over millennia of human achievement, Matt picks out three — just...]]>6162falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-from-the-front-june-3-2020--52617466 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) of Soft Magazine battle internet hackers and other saboteurs while Joey Zuver enjoys another fine lunch.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before superstar photographer and storyteller Mandi Wright joins the boys, ML explains why his hair smells so much like tear gas that it isn’t just the angels who weep when exposed to his now reeking mullet. Conspiracy theorists believe this is why the show is still being produced remotely, even after the guv lifted most of her executive orders.* Self-aggrandizing asshat ML tells the story behind the photo of the cops putting a gun on him after Team Free Press hit the streets to cover the anti-police brutality protests run amok. The gang also discusses whether police targeted a young, black Free Press reporter as he helped cover the melee. * Mandi dials in and draws upon her perspective as a war photographer to provide some perspective on the protests here at home that she has been covering so brilliantly for the Free Press.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Find out why Angry Fat Bastard, Skinny Beret DB and Crocheted Hat Faux Rasta Honky share this week’s honor.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY While a computer malfunction sidelines ML, Marc and Shawn TOTALLY under-appreciate the superlative work of Soft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings, who provides his weekly history lesson.* ROOM 7609: Manchester and Motown converge in the NuWave suite, as ML tries to extend bass month by dragging in the Detroit protests, the Smiths, John Taylor of Duran Duran and Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles. * HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend Lindsey Broadwell of Broadwell Homes. Make sure Lindsey knows you where you heard about her and that you’ve got SOUL. * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial and let them know ML told you to call! * When it’s time to kick back with a tasty hometown classic brew, reach for an Altes! Learn more about which stores and other quality est...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=835Wed, 03 Jun 2020 14:56:07 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Matt Jennings... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) of Soft Magazine battle internet hackers and other saboteurs while Joey Zuver enjoys another fine lunch.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Before superstar photographer and storyteller Mandi Wright joins the boys, ML explains why his hair smells so much like tear gas that it isn’t just the angels who weep when exposed to his now reeking mullet. Conspiracy theorists believe this is why the show is still being produced remotely, even after the guv lifted most of her executive orders.* Self-aggrandizing asshat ML tells the story behind the photo of the cops putting a gun on him after Team Free Press hit the streets to cover the anti-police brutality protests run amok. The gang also discusses whether police targeted a young, black Free Press reporter as he helped cover the melee. * Mandi dials in and draws upon her perspective as a war photographer to provide some perspective on the protests here at home that she has been covering so brilliantly for the Free Press.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Find out why Angry Fat Bastard, Skinny Beret DB and Crocheted Hat Faux Rasta Honky share this week’s honor.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY While a computer malfunction sidelines ML, Marc and Shawn TOTALLY under-appreciate the superlative work of Soft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings, who provides his weekly history lesson.* ROOM 7609: Manchester and Motown converge in the NuWave suite, as ML tries to extend bass month by dragging in the Detroit protests, the Smiths, John Taylor of Duran Duran and Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles. * HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend Lindsey Broadwell of Broadwell Homes. Make sure Lindsey knows you where you heard about her and that you’ve got SOUL. * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial and let them know ML told you to call! * When it’s time to kick back with a tasty hometown classic brew, reach for an Altes! Learn more about which stores and other quality...]]>5027falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rumours-kilpatrick-whitmer-edition-may-26-2020--52617430 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) greets Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) from Shawn’s davenport in Hugh Hefner’s garage, Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) from Red Shovel Network HQ which is infectious — but in the good way — and publishing impresario Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) of Soft Magazine. Matt’s cat supervises while Joey Zuver somehow holds it all together.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML knows most folks will sit through just about anything to hear more inside stories about the rise and fall and, possible, rise of Kwame Kilpatrick. So he sneaks in a long story about his night with the members of the Vigilante’s motorcycle club. Is it long? For sure. Is it well told? We’ll leave that to your judgment.* On Friday, ML said word of Kilpatrick’s early release from prison had “all the makings of a hoax.” Then he quoted Kilpatrick kin and supporters who said it was legit. Then he wrote a story casting some doubt on it. He discusses his doubts that Kilpatrick really would be released. (Eight hours after the show was recorded, the feds announced that Kilpatrick would NOT be released after all. And then he reported that.) * Is Elrick a prophet? Is he a seer? Or is he just a knucklehead whose instincts turned out to be pretty good. Listen and render your own verdict. * PUBLISHED BEFORE THE SHOW WAS RECORDED &POSTED AFTER THE SHOW WAS RECORDED.* In yet another conversation that would soon be overtaken by current events, the boys debate how Gov. Gretchen Whitmer should have handled a report that her husband tried to use his wife’s clout to get his boat out in time for Memorial Day. * PUBLISHED BEFORE THE SHOW WAS RECORDED &POSTED AFTER THE SHOW WAS RECORDED* THE GREAT DEBATE:Is Kilpatrick getting out? Did Whitmer’s husband try to parlay his wife’s position to get their boat out? And when should the media report on this jibber jabber?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: CEO Mark Zuckerberg has a great idea to save his company a ton of money by letting people work from home. Employees might not like one area where he plans to save a bundle for the Evil Empire.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY Soft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings provides a perspective on momentous moments that historians somehow missed — all while trying to keep the boys and their smart aleck remarks in check!* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars, www.elrick.com. Our final May guest in the NuWave suite is John Taylor of Duran Duran,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=813Wed, 27 May 2020 13:25:32 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/) greets Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) from Shawn’s davenport in Hugh Hefner’s garage, Marc Fellhauer... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) greets Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) from Shawn’s davenport in Hugh Hefner’s garage, Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) from Red Shovel Network HQ which is infectious — but in the good way — and publishing impresario Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) of Soft Magazine. Matt’s cat supervises while Joey Zuver somehow holds it all together.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML knows most folks will sit through just about anything to hear more inside stories about the rise and fall and, possible, rise of Kwame Kilpatrick. So he sneaks in a long story about his night with the members of the Vigilante’s motorcycle club. Is it long? For sure. Is it well told? We’ll leave that to your judgment.* On Friday, ML said word of Kilpatrick’s early release from prison had “all the makings of a hoax.” Then he quoted Kilpatrick kin and supporters who said it was legit. Then he wrote a story casting some doubt on it. He discusses his doubts that Kilpatrick really would be released. (Eight hours after the show was recorded, the feds announced that Kilpatrick would NOT be released after all. And then he reported that.) * Is Elrick a prophet? Is he a seer? Or is he just a knucklehead whose instincts turned out to be pretty good. Listen and render your own verdict. * PUBLISHED BEFORE THE SHOW WAS RECORDED &POSTED AFTER THE SHOW WAS RECORDED.* In yet another conversation that would soon be overtaken by current events, the boys debate how Gov. Gretchen Whitmer should have handled a report that her husband tried to use his wife’s clout to get his boat out in time for Memorial Day. * PUBLISHED BEFORE THE SHOW WAS RECORDED &POSTED AFTER THE SHOW WAS RECORDED* THE GREAT DEBATE:Is Kilpatrick getting out? Did Whitmer’s husband try to parlay his wife’s position to get their boat out? And when should the media report on this jibber jabber?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: CEO Mark Zuckerberg has a great idea to save his company a ton of money by letting people work from home. Employees might not like one area where he plans to save a bundle for the Evil Empire.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY Soft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings provides a perspective on momentous moments that historians somehow missed — all while trying to keep the boys and their smart aleck remarks in check!* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars, www.elrick.com. Our final May guest in the NuWave suite is John Taylor of Duran Duran,6064falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kilpatrick-s-covid-comeback-may-22-2020--52617433 A special bonus episode as M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) & Drew Lane (Twitter @drewmikepodcast.com) react to today's news that former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be freed from prison soon. More coverage is available at the Detroit Free Press.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=803Fri, 22 May 2020 21:43:25 +0000ML ElrickA special bonus episode as M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) & Drew Lane... A special bonus episode as M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) & Drew Lane (Twitter @drewmikepodcast.com) react to today's news that former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick will be freed from prison soon. More coverage is available at the Detroit Free Press.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3369falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/furious-fist-of-freedom-may-19-2020--52617443 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Soft Magazine editor Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) put their hands in the dirt and try to move the ball forward. Hut! Hut! Hut!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The show starts off with some shameless plugs for SOD merch, available at www.drewandmikestore.com. Coming up — JUST IN TIME FOR FATHER’S DAY — is a sweet-ass SOD trucker’s hat. * So ML took GREAT PAINS in the pre-game meeting to MAKE SURE everyone knew the show would start with a discussion of his LATEST EXCLUSIVE report for the Detroit Free Press in which he unwinds the twisted case of a Detroit City Councilman indicted on bribery charges. Then he completely blows it and instead starts bloviating about his trip to Lansing last week to cover “Judgement (sic) Day.”* These States are not United. Why? Too many voices? So many choices? Shawn cribs a line from Drew and Mike: “It’s not all about you, sweetheart!”* Even if you doubt the experts, or the efficacy of masks, ML says good manners alone are reason to wear a mask. (And, on behalf of reporters everywhere, he suggests that those of you who don’t chew gum or consume mints put on a mask so your dragon breath doesn’t make our nose hairs fall out.)* Shawn gets all worked up. He even drops an MF-bomb. You absolutely MUST hear it for yourself! (And he packs a lot of wisdom in between those NSFW moments.)* ML gets carried away next. He finally runs out of breath after a reference to testicles and pancakes that leaves everyone speechless.* Marc recovers first and becomes the latest populist leader to launch a new movement. He’s calling it “Don’t be a dick.” Sign up sheets available upon request. * THE GREAT DEBATE: ML FINALLY gets around to his Leland story. But not until he takes everybody back to the protest and masks topics. Then he goes back to the Leland story. Then Marc and Shawn talk Michael Jordan and LeBron James. And … well, gosh, it sure takes a long time to get to this week’s OUTSTANDING and EMINENTLY RELEVANT topic: Are Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s national TV appearances in Michigan’s best interest — or her best interest?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Fake cops get busted creeping up on real cops on an undercover assignment. If that sounds stupid, wait til you find out what the fake rollers had in their fake cop car!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY Soft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings talks about the historic flight of the Spirit of St. Louis. The boys go along for the ride and we can guarantee that urine for a great punchline!* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars (www.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=785Wed, 20 May 2020 15:21:53 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Soft Magazine... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Soft Magazine editor Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) put their hands in the dirt and try to move the ball forward. Hut! Hut! Hut!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The show starts off with some shameless plugs for SOD merch, available at www.drewandmikestore.com. Coming up — JUST IN TIME FOR FATHER’S DAY — is a sweet-ass SOD trucker’s hat. * So ML took GREAT PAINS in the pre-game meeting to MAKE SURE everyone knew the show would start with a discussion of his LATEST EXCLUSIVE report for the Detroit Free Press in which he unwinds the twisted case of a Detroit City Councilman indicted on bribery charges. Then he completely blows it and instead starts bloviating about his trip to Lansing last week to cover “Judgement (sic) Day.”* These States are not United. Why? Too many voices? So many choices? Shawn cribs a line from Drew and Mike: “It’s not all about you, sweetheart!”* Even if you doubt the experts, or the efficacy of masks, ML says good manners alone are reason to wear a mask. (And, on behalf of reporters everywhere, he suggests that those of you who don’t chew gum or consume mints put on a mask so your dragon breath doesn’t make our nose hairs fall out.)* Shawn gets all worked up. He even drops an MF-bomb. You absolutely MUST hear it for yourself! (And he packs a lot of wisdom in between those NSFW moments.)* ML gets carried away next. He finally runs out of breath after a reference to testicles and pancakes that leaves everyone speechless.* Marc recovers first and becomes the latest populist leader to launch a new movement. He’s calling it “Don’t be a dick.” Sign up sheets available upon request. * THE GREAT DEBATE: ML FINALLY gets around to his Leland story. But not until he takes everybody back to the protest and masks topics. Then he goes back to the Leland story. Then Marc and Shawn talk Michael Jordan and LeBron James. And … well, gosh, it sure takes a long time to get to this week’s OUTSTANDING and EMINENTLY RELEVANT topic: Are Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s national TV appearances in Michigan’s best interest — or her best interest?* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Fake cops get busted creeping up on real cops on an undercover assignment. If that sounds stupid, wait til you find out what the fake rollers had in their fake cop car!* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORY Soft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings talks about the historic flight of the Spirit of St. Louis. The boys go along for the ride and we can guarantee that urine for a great punchline!* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars (fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ol-yeller-may-13-2020--52617382 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Soft Magazine editor Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) stay home and stay safe as they welcome the Face of the Resistance.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The boys get off to a chaotic start, but even with a special guest patiently waiting to join the fray, ML insists on telling a short story about getting hacked.* If you want to watch the circus, check out the Facebook Live broadcast re-play But remember, you don’t get the full show on FB. For that, you’ll have to listen (trust us, it’s worth hearing the whole show)* If you’ve seen coverage of the protests in Lansing over Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “Stay home, stay safe” orders, you’ll recognize this week’s guest: Brian Cash, the bald, bearded man yelling as masked state troopers stand guard. Gina Kaufman of the Detroit Free Press was the first reporter to speak to Cash. * Cash gives us a quick history of his history as a protest, including  what he did in the driveway of the governor’s mansion.* Proving that things aren’t always what they seem, Cash tells how he supported Bernie Sanders for president, but ended up voting for Donald Trump. And while he may seem like an angry man, Cash coolly converses about his commitment to cannabis.* While scientists and politicians debate the source of COVID-19, Cash gives us his take on what he believes is a conspiracy take out, well, just about everybody.* After a thoughtful and, most importantly, calm conversation with Cash, Marc asks ML about his appearance in a nearly 20 year old documentary on Eminem.* ML’s aversion to technology and paying for anything — especially cable — may be changing, as the boys welcome Michelle Gilbert of Comcast/Xfinity to talk about FREE STUFF the cable company is offering to help folks get through the pandemic.* THE GREAT DEBATE:Shawn recently wrote that science should dictate when college football comes back. Marc wonders whether it’s best to put the eggheads in charge. ML says it may not matter no matter whose advice we follow. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Three different people who either spit on health care workers and first responders — or got really crazy when asked to wear a mask — share GOW honors.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORYSoft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings takes a loopy look back at milestones in human evolution, as the boys do their best to mess up his look back in time.* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars.. This week’s guest in the NuWave suite is Level 42, a band with the rare distinction of being led by a slap bass player from the Isle of Wight who also is the lead singer and displayed a penchant for playing a clown jilted by King Arthur’s wife. Seriously!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=777Wed, 13 May 2020 12:11:40 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Soft Magazine... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Soft Magazine editor Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) stay home and stay safe as they welcome the Face of the Resistance.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The boys get off to a chaotic start, but even with a special guest patiently waiting to join the fray, ML insists on telling a short story about getting hacked.* If you want to watch the circus, check out the Facebook Live broadcast re-play But remember, you don’t get the full show on FB. For that, you’ll have to listen (trust us, it’s worth hearing the whole show)* If you’ve seen coverage of the protests in Lansing over Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “Stay home, stay safe” orders, you’ll recognize this week’s guest: Brian Cash, the bald, bearded man yelling as masked state troopers stand guard. Gina Kaufman of the Detroit Free Press was the first reporter to speak to Cash. * Cash gives us a quick history of his history as a protest, including  what he did in the driveway of the governor’s mansion.* Proving that things aren’t always what they seem, Cash tells how he supported Bernie Sanders for president, but ended up voting for Donald Trump. And while he may seem like an angry man, Cash coolly converses about his commitment to cannabis.* While scientists and politicians debate the source of COVID-19, Cash gives us his take on what he believes is a conspiracy take out, well, just about everybody.* After a thoughtful and, most importantly, calm conversation with Cash, Marc asks ML about his appearance in a nearly 20 year old documentary on Eminem.* ML’s aversion to technology and paying for anything — especially cable — may be changing, as the boys welcome Michelle Gilbert of Comcast/Xfinity to talk about FREE STUFF the cable company is offering to help folks get through the pandemic.* THE GREAT DEBATE:Shawn recently wrote that science should dictate when college football comes back. Marc wonders whether it’s best to put the eggheads in charge. ML says it may not matter no matter whose advice we follow. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: Three different people who either spit on health care workers and first responders — or got really crazy when asked to wear a mask — share GOW honors.* THIS WEEK IN SOFT HISTORYSoft Magazine Editor Matt Jennings takes a loopy look back at milestones in human evolution, as the boys do their best to mess up his look back in time.* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars.. This week’s guest in the NuWave suite is Level 42, a band with the rare distinction of being led by a slap bass player from the Isle of Wight who also is the lead singer and displayed a penchant for playing a clown jilted by King Arthur’s wife. Seriously!4715falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hands-job-may-6-2020--52617427 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Soft Magazine editor Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) welcome a woman often seen, but seldom heard. M.L. also announces a super groovy new program, which he details at the end of the show.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: What better way to start a podcast than the observations of a Nobel Prize winner who has studied hundreds of years of plague novels. What to start on an upbeat note! * Marc wonders whether the economic benefit of restarting the economy outweighs the potential human toll. Shawn drags former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie into the conversation, leading to the first time “krill” has been mentioned on the show.* ML spruces up. Not for the show. But so he can rush to Mayor Mike Duggan’s daily briefing as soon as the show wraps. Clean socks. Jennifer Anniston movies. Jergens. Just what is Shawn doing in that garage anyway?* She’s been seen all over the world, but never heard — until now. Stacey Hachey, the woman with the amazing hair, talks about her life hanging out behind Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Mayor Mike Duggan, signing like mad so the hearing challenged can keep up with the latest on the coronavirus crisis. Find out more about her work at www.signingprosllc.com * THE GREAT DEBATE: Michael Jordan is still dealing with the fallout for a comment he made 30 years ago, prompting the triumvirate to debate whether athletes should express their public opinion — and whether they should be criticized for putting profit over principle.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Competition for the title was fierce again this week, but the IRS is our “winner” for telling families who didn’t get their $500 per child check that they will have to wait until next year for the money they’re entitled to.* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars (www.elrick.com). Our first guest in the NuWave suite is Pino Palladino, whose virtuosity on the fretless bass made “Come Back and Stay” by Paul Young an under appreciated classic. After the song, ML shares an unbelievable tale about Young and how the situation in the video played out in reverse in real life.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend

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What to start on an upbeat note! * Marc wonders whether the economic benefit of restarting the economy outweighs the potential human toll. Shawn drags former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie into the conversation, leading to the first time “krill” has been mentioned on the show.* ML spruces up. Not for the show. But so he can rush to Mayor Mike Duggan’s daily briefing as soon as the show wraps. Clean socks. Jennifer Anniston movies. Jergens. Just what is Shawn doing in that garage anyway?* She’s been seen all over the world, but never heard — until now. Stacey Hachey, the woman with the amazing hair, talks about her life hanging out behind Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Mayor Mike Duggan, signing like mad so the hearing challenged can keep up with the latest on the coronavirus crisis. Find out more about her work at www.signingprosllc.com * THE GREAT DEBATE: Michael Jordan is still dealing with the fallout for a comment he made 30 years ago, prompting the triumvirate to debate whether athletes should express their public opinion — and whether they should be criticized for putting profit over principle.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Competition for the title was fierce again this week, but the IRS is our “winner” for telling families who didn’t get their $500 per child check that they will have to wait until next year for the money they’re entitled to.* ROOM 7609: It’s bass month in Room 7609, brought to you by Elrick Bass Guitars (www.elrick.com). Our first guest in the NuWave suite is Pino Palladino, whose virtuosity on the fretless bass made “Come Back and Stay” by Paul Young an under appreciated classic. After the song, ML shares an unbelievable tale about Young and how the situation in the video played out in reverse in real life.* HARD OUT: Find out how you can sponsor the show and get a one-of-a-kind token of our appreciation. For a donation fo $20 or more via the link on our homepage, www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, we will record a message meant JUST FOR YOU. We call it “cam-e-soul.” * Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a...]]>4529falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/super-sized-soul-april-29-2020--52617400 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) test the limits of Zoom as they invite two guests — and then jam Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) of Soft Weekly into the mix!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  A frenetic ML urges the folks watching the LIVE broadcast of the podcast on his Facebook page ML ELRICK to share the show with friends — and to also download the audio version, which is the only way to get every moment of the show.* ML goes on a rant about the people he saw during his trip to Costco and at a local golf course who are going to force us to stay locked up longer than necessary.* Friend of the Show Bob Richards reached out to share a personal anecdote about the Fine Young Cannibals, last week’s guest in Room 7609.* The ghost of Casey Kasem possesses the Soul of Detroit as ML tells HIS listener requested dog story. Spoiler alert: ML’s story has a happier ending.* A nurse reaches out to ML to ask him to instruct everyone listening on the proper use of a face mask. ML complies.* The boys welcome a woman who was fired after her boss allegedly decided her job ordering doodads for his pharmacies was an “essential” job that meant she could not work from home — even after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered all businesses to let employees doing non-essential jobs to work from home. ML broke this story in the Free Press. * Shawn waxes poetic about The Bad Boys, who are back in the spotlight as part of the cable saga recounting Michael Jordan’s stellar career. ML also reveals his role in Jordan’s retirement press conference, and holds up “historical documents” he saved from that event. You’ll have to watch on Facebook to see the documents or listen to get ML’s account.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Joe Biden is accused of grabbing a former employee by the well, you know, meaning voters now have a choice between two presidential candidates who may have sexually assaulted women. The triumvirate debates whether this is front page news and the evolution — or devolution — in what kind of conduct disqualifies presidential candidates.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A megachurch pastor charged with multiple criminal counts for allegedly ignoring laws prohibiting large gatherings drives a church bus at a protestor. But he’s our RUNNER-UP! This week’s geeks are the Fox News Network talk show hosts who hyped a potential cure for the coronavirus who have somehow fallen silent now that studies indicate the treatment may have no effect on the disease — or could increase a patient’s suffering.* ROOM 7609: The band who inspired the term “Darkwave” checks into the NuWave suite,

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Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) test the limits of Zoom as they invite two guests — and then jam Matt Jennings (Twitter @MattRJennings) of Soft Weekly into the mix!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  A frenetic ML urges the folks watching the LIVE broadcast of the podcast on his Facebook page ML ELRICK to share the show with friends — and to also download the audio version, which is the only way to get every moment of the show.* ML goes on a rant about the people he saw during his trip to Costco and at a local golf course who are going to force us to stay locked up longer than necessary.* Friend of the Show Bob Richards reached out to share a personal anecdote about the Fine Young Cannibals, last week’s guest in Room 7609.* The ghost of Casey Kasem possesses the Soul of Detroit as ML tells HIS listener requested dog story. Spoiler alert: ML’s story has a happier ending.* A nurse reaches out to ML to ask him to instruct everyone listening on the proper use of a face mask. ML complies.* The boys welcome a woman who was fired after her boss allegedly decided her job ordering doodads for his pharmacies was an “essential” job that meant she could not work from home — even after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered all businesses to let employees doing non-essential jobs to work from home. ML broke this story in the Free Press. * Shawn waxes poetic about The Bad Boys, who are back in the spotlight as part of the cable saga recounting Michael Jordan’s stellar career. ML also reveals his role in Jordan’s retirement press conference, and holds up “historical documents” he saved from that event. You’ll have to watch on Facebook to see the documents or listen to get ML’s account.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Joe Biden is accused of grabbing a former employee by the well, you know, meaning voters now have a choice between two presidential candidates who may have sexually assaulted women. The triumvirate debates whether this is front page news and the evolution — or devolution — in what kind of conduct disqualifies presidential candidates.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A megachurch pastor charged with multiple criminal counts for allegedly ignoring laws prohibiting large gatherings drives a church bus at a protestor. But he’s our RUNNER-UP! This week’s geeks are the Fox News Network talk show hosts who hyped a potential cure for the coronavirus who have somehow fallen silent now that studies indicate the treatment may have no effect on the disease — or could increase a patient’s suffering.* ROOM 7609: The band who inspired the term “Darkwave” checks...]]>5546falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-izzo-shows-show-april-22-2020--52617467 * The patience of M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) is rewarded as Michigan State Spartans men’s head basketball coach TOM IZZO (finally) makes the scene!.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Shawn — with a gratuitous shot at ML thrown in — explains how he talked Tom Izzo into joining the boys on SOD. (Shawn then explains why Coach couldn’t make it last week.)* ML introduces THE DEAN OF COACHES … Tom Izzo.* A gracious Coach Izzo reveals how he felt when he learned that his in-state rival lost TWO 5-star recruits.* Rules matter. Loyalty matters. Commitment matters. Or so says Coach Izzo. And that just scratches the surface of how he feels about the the direction college sports are heading.* Izzo doesn’t like transfers. And he doesn’t like ML and Marc’s suggestion there is a double standard when coaches bail on programs without warning.* ML tries to kiss Izzo’s ass and move on, but Coach won’t let him get away with it. Listen as Big Spartan takes it to Little Spartan.* Izzo gives his take on the role the transfer portal played in Mark Dantonio’s decision to retire.* ML is against paying college players. Marc and Shawn want to pay them. Coach Izzo is against it. Ergo, ML IS RIGHT!* West Virginia Coach Bob Huggins wants to start next season with the NCAA tournament. Izzo weighs in.* Izzo was initially baffled by the decision to cancel the rest of the college basketball season. More than a month later, his thinking has evolved.* Shawn and Izzo get deep on the Coach’s feelings about the abrupt end to an emotional and amazing season, including reflections on the journey of Cassius Winston.* Izzo handicaps the March Madness field of 64 — and shares his thoughts on the Spartans’ chance to be a team of destiny that would be talked about for 30 years.* Marc asks Izzo what he’s watching, now that he has more time on his hands. SPOILER ALERT: Izzo watched “Rudy” this morning. And that’s not all!* Izzo opines on corruption in coaching — and elsewhere.* Cassius Winston is a special athlete — a generational athlete — and maybe even a better person. Coach Izzo talks about his star guard, including where he may be headed.* Coach Izzo wishes happy 21st birthday to Spartan Jacob Brauer, and makes him the gift of a little wisdom.* Before he goes, Izzo gets deep, wondering not only how people will reflect on the lost season, but on these troubled times. * Shawn had an amazing week with some tremendous columns for the Free Press that had nothing to do with sports. ML honors him with a live reading of some of his work. You can read the columns here, which differ slightly from ML’s rendering (which you’ll have to listen to hear)* Detroit Free Press – Breaking news, sports, business, entertainmentDetroit Michigan news – freep.com is the Detroit Free Press. News about Detroit, as well as headlines and storie…* THE GREAT DEBATE:The feds rushed through a deal designed to send HUNDREDS OF BILLIONS to help small businesses. There’s just one problem: BIG businesses helped themselves to the money first. Find out which of the triumvirate wants to pump billions more into the flawed mechanism and who is aghast — AGHAST!!!

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Become a...]]>5080falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-izzo-no-show-show-april-15-2020--52617384 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) let members of the Justice League, come together to fight the crime of ennui.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML starts off with an appeal to help find a lost local dog, in the process conjuring the ghost of late Detroiter and radio legend Casey Kasem. Please help find this therapy dog!* How great was Al Kaline? Even his obituary contains wisdom we should all heed.* Marc asks for the provenance of ML’s most prized painting.* ML provides a sneak peek at his next report for the Detroit Free Press, then sneaks in an appeal for people to subscribe to the Detroit Free Press and Detroit News to support the reporter, photographers and editors producing the news we all use (but seldom pay for).* Shawn breaks the bad news that this week’s expected special guest, Tom Izzo, head coach of the Michigan State University men’s basketball team, will not be able to join the show after all. Conspiracy theories abound!* Al Kaline was one of the greatest outfielders in baseball history, yet even Mr. Tiger, a first-ballot Hall of Famer, harbored doubts about whether he squandered his life playing baseball. ML explains, then reveals what he liked best about Kaline. Spoiler alert: It’s not what you might think.* Shawn tells the story of how he connected with the other sexiest man in Detroit history, Tom Selleck.* The boys chat with master mechanic Paul Dennis whose plan to make a few face shields on his 3D printer turned into a campaign to make 30,000 face shields in 30 days for Michigan first responders. Listen to find out how they’re doing — and how you can help! * THE GREAT DEBATE: Is Gov. Gretchen Whitmer getting carried away with her executive orders? The boys exercise their freedom of speech … while they still can!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Meet the governor who is the antithesis of Michigan’s Iron Lady, whose proclamation that South Dakota is “not New York City” helped turn South Dakota into New York City — in all the wrong ways.* ROOM 7609: ML made reservations in the NuWave suite for Bronski Beat, figuring highlighting one of their biggest hits would be a great way to honor Tom ...

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Even his obituary contains wisdom we should all heed.* Marc asks for the provenance of ML’s most prized painting.* ML provides a sneak peek at his next report for the Detroit Free Press, then sneaks in an appeal for people to subscribe to the Detroit Free Press and Detroit News to support the reporter, photographers and editors producing the news we all use (but seldom pay for).* Shawn breaks the bad news that this week’s expected special guest, Tom Izzo, head coach of the Michigan State University men’s basketball team, will not be able to join the show after all. Conspiracy theories abound!* Al Kaline was one of the greatest outfielders in baseball history, yet even Mr. Tiger, a first-ballot Hall of Famer, harbored doubts about whether he squandered his life playing baseball. ML explains, then reveals what he liked best about Kaline. Spoiler alert: It’s not what you might think.* Shawn tells the story of how he connected with the other sexiest man in Detroit history, Tom Selleck.* The boys chat with master mechanic Paul Dennis whose plan to make a few face shields on his 3D printer turned into a campaign to make 30,000 face shields in 30 days for Michigan first responders. Listen to find out how they’re doing — and how you can help! * THE GREAT DEBATE: Is Gov. Gretchen Whitmer getting carried away with her executive orders? The boys exercise their freedom of speech … while they still can!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Meet the governor who is the antithesis of Michigan’s Iron Lady, whose proclamation that South Dakota is “not New York City” helped turn South Dakota into New York City — in all the wrong ways.* ROOM 7609: ML made reservations in the NuWave suite for Bronski Beat, figuring...]]>4309falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/resurrected-soul-april-8-2020--52617404 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), emerges from the Valley of the Shadow of Death, only to find Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) feeling as feisty as ever.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The show gets off to a rocky start … or is it really just an elegantly orchestrated homage to Bill O’Reilly?* As the show lurches back onto the tracks, ML congratulates a national champion whose season was derailed by the coronavirus crisis.* ML’s resurgence has a silver lining: Better foot hygiene for the displaced. Listen and learn what he’s got in mind.* Marc comes up with a radical plan to get his hair cut. If he goes through with it, you’ll definitely want to watch next week’s live broadcast of the podcast!* ML recounts his coronavirus test and how he’s feeling more than a week after he began his battle with the beast.* For a supposed tough guy, it turns out it all it takes to make ML squirt a few is to drop some oranges off on his porch. SOFT!* It’s movie night at COVID-19 central, and when ML grabs the remote Burt Lancaster trumps Zac Efron, and Ava Gardner puts Jennifer Lopez in her place.* Marc and Shawn offer some viewing tips, with Marc extolling the virtues of some hot new docs and Shawn finds humor and wisdom in the darkness of Ozark.* The discussion gets derailed by the ultimate Dream Weaver — and Red Shovel Network impresario Drew Lane — who weighs in to recommend a Grateful Dead series. The discussion reveals that Shawn is one of the few cats in Ann Arbor who doesn’t dig putting on his Birkenstocks and listening to an 83-minute solo while dropping acid. Who knew?* The Soul of Detroit’s Brooklyn correspondent dials in to give us a glimpse of what may lie ahead for Detroit. One word says it all: “Dystopian.”* It is at times of crisis that people find out what they are truly capable of. The pandemic reveals perhaps Marc’s manliest feat since he sired his brood. Then ML recalls his own inability to repair his dryer. Fortunately, a REAL man — Bobby Richards — came to his rescue.* The Boys of Soul remember the ultimate Detroit Boy of Summer: Al Kaline. Shawn shares a poignant last meeting between two Tiger greats. * Kaline followed his Hall of Fame career with a stellar broadcast career, prompting three stellar broadcasters to remember a time when Detroit had some of the greatest sportscasting pairs of any city in America.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The NBA, MLB and PGA have a radical plan to restart their season. Find out who is desperate enough to watch — but maybe not desperate enough to cover the games.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A choo-choo train driver who turned into Thomas The Crank Engine, Conspiracy Buster, earns GOW honors. * ROOM 7609: Get your Energy Domes out to welcome this week’s guests in the NuWave suite: Oh no, it’s DEVO! And Neil Young?

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=709Wed, 08 Apr 2020 17:10:12 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), emerges from the Valley of the Shadow of Death, only to find Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) and... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), emerges from the Valley of the Shadow of Death, only to find Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) feeling as feisty as ever.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The show gets off to a rocky start … or is it really just an elegantly orchestrated homage to Bill O’Reilly?* As the show lurches back onto the tracks, ML congratulates a national champion whose season was derailed by the coronavirus crisis.* ML’s resurgence has a silver lining: Better foot hygiene for the displaced. Listen and learn what he’s got in mind.* Marc comes up with a radical plan to get his hair cut. If he goes through with it, you’ll definitely want to watch next week’s live broadcast of the podcast!* ML recounts his coronavirus test and how he’s feeling more than a week after he began his battle with the beast.* For a supposed tough guy, it turns out it all it takes to make ML squirt a few is to drop some oranges off on his porch. SOFT!* It’s movie night at COVID-19 central, and when ML grabs the remote Burt Lancaster trumps Zac Efron, and Ava Gardner puts Jennifer Lopez in her place.* Marc and Shawn offer some viewing tips, with Marc extolling the virtues of some hot new docs and Shawn finds humor and wisdom in the darkness of Ozark.* The discussion gets derailed by the ultimate Dream Weaver — and Red Shovel Network impresario Drew Lane — who weighs in to recommend a Grateful Dead series. The discussion reveals that Shawn is one of the few cats in Ann Arbor who doesn’t dig putting on his Birkenstocks and listening to an 83-minute solo while dropping acid. Who knew?* The Soul of Detroit’s Brooklyn correspondent dials in to give us a glimpse of what may lie ahead for Detroit. One word says it all: “Dystopian.”* It is at times of crisis that people find out what they are truly capable of. The pandemic reveals perhaps Marc’s manliest feat since he sired his brood. Then ML recalls his own inability to repair his dryer. Fortunately, a REAL man — Bobby Richards — came to his rescue.* The Boys of Soul remember the ultimate Detroit Boy of Summer: Al Kaline. Shawn shares a poignant last meeting between two Tiger greats. * Kaline followed his Hall of Fame career with a stellar broadcast career, prompting three stellar broadcasters to remember a time when Detroit had some of the greatest sportscasting pairs of any city in America.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The NBA, MLB and PGA have a radical plan to restart their season. Find out who is desperate enough to watch — but maybe not desperate enough to cover the games.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A choo-choo train driver who turned into Thomas The Crank Engine, Conspiracy Buster, earns GOW honors. * ROOM 7609: Get your Energy Domes out to welcome this week’s guests in the NuWave suite: Oh no, it’s DEVO! And Neil Young?

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>4511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ghost-town-tales-april-1-2020--52617410 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) are virtually reunited to share deep thoughts on these uncertain times.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML drops a bombshell: After months of coughing — but no other symptoms — ML ran a fever and finally got tested for COVID-19. He shares his experience at the city’s state fairgrounds testing site.* Marc and Shawn vigorously defend watching TV while ML, who foolishly walked away from a good TV job for an uncertain future, makes a poorly-received chocolate cake analogy.* The boys share observations from their isolation, as well as speculate on the impact the coronavirus crisis will have on the city’s revival.* ML updates the boys on how the pandemic has affected crime statistics in Detroit, while Marc quizzes him about Mayor Mike Duggan’s performance during Detroit’s darkest hours.* Shawn says he sees the best in people coming out in these troubled times. * Marc asks Shawn and ML whether the media is overly negative in its coverage of the pandemic. Shawn answers with two words: Refrigerated trucks.* As if the media didn’t have enough challenges already, ML describes how journalists are doing their job without going to the office — and now facing furloughs that will put large numbers of journalists on ice for a week at a time.* ML shares an inspiring story from a forklift company, exposing Marc’s previously unspoken forklift fantasy.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Many people see sports as an escape and a sign of business as usual. But with no sign that the pandemic is going to be over anytime soon, the triumvirate weigh in on whether it’s time to get back on the field, or cancel everything until further notice.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A pastor who courted disaster by holding services despite a prohibition on large gatherings is this week’s Geek.* ROOM 7609:  Ska favorites The Specials have a tune that seems tailor made for these days — which is especially impressive, given that this week’s selection was recorded nearly 40 years ago!* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=696Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:53:36 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) are virtually... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) are virtually reunited to share deep thoughts on these uncertain times.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML drops a bombshell: After months of coughing — but no other symptoms — ML ran a fever and finally got tested for COVID-19. He shares his experience at the city’s state fairgrounds testing site.* Marc and Shawn vigorously defend watching TV while ML, who foolishly walked away from a good TV job for an uncertain future, makes a poorly-received chocolate cake analogy.* The boys share observations from their isolation, as well as speculate on the impact the coronavirus crisis will have on the city’s revival.* ML updates the boys on how the pandemic has affected crime statistics in Detroit, while Marc quizzes him about Mayor Mike Duggan’s performance during Detroit’s darkest hours.* Shawn says he sees the best in people coming out in these troubled times. * Marc asks Shawn and ML whether the media is overly negative in its coverage of the pandemic. Shawn answers with two words: Refrigerated trucks.* As if the media didn’t have enough challenges already, ML describes how journalists are doing their job without going to the office — and now facing furloughs that will put large numbers of journalists on ice for a week at a time.* ML shares an inspiring story from a forklift company, exposing Marc’s previously unspoken forklift fantasy.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Many people see sports as an escape and a sign of business as usual. But with no sign that the pandemic is going to be over anytime soon, the triumvirate weigh in on whether it’s time to get back on the field, or cancel everything until further notice.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A pastor who courted disaster by holding services despite a prohibition on large gatherings is this week’s Geek.* ROOM 7609:  Ska favorites The Specials have a tune that seems tailor made for these days — which is especially impressive, given that this week’s selection was recorded nearly 40 years ago!* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/remote-soul-march-23-2020--52617442 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) come together virtually for their first-ever work-from-home show.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  St. Patrick’s Day is a week behind us, but ML is SO proud of the limericks he wrote for last week’s show — but forgot to read — that he offers a little doggerel to start this week’s show.* Marc does roll call, asking the boys from whence they’re broadcasting.* While ML dashes off to grab a power cord, Marc and Shawn take over. Find out how the mice play when the cat’s away.* Shawn claims not to be a fancy boy, but nevertheless knows what a “sconce light” is. Listen and learn.* Marc asks what it’s like to hit the streets as a reporter when no one is supposed to be on the streets.* ML discusses the social media storm created by what he thought was an innocuous Tweet about the Hallmark card woman he ran into at CVS.* Shawn tips his cap to the new heroes of the coronavirus crisis: the folks who keep the shelves stocked and the folks who wield a mop. ML launches into a paean to his fellow shelf stockers and Marc adds power line workers and truckers to the list of oft-overlooked and critically-important people. Can we get an “Amen!”* Marc urges Congress to act with an economic stimulus package. Shawn and ML aren’t as eager, triggering yet another ingenious ML analogy (says ML, who writes these show notes).* THE GREAT DEBATE: The experts say “STAY AWAY!” from other people for as long as you can to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. But a certain influential American has begun to question whether that advise is in America’s best interests. Our three stable geniuses weigh in.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The lieutenant governor of Texas says he — and a whole lotta other grandparents — are willing to risk their lives to get the U.S. economy cranking again. As people who love their grandparents — and plenty of other codgers — we sound a note of caution.* ROOM 7609:  Crowded House is not exactly what the doctor ordered in this age of social distancing. But these NuWave wonders from down under have an oft-overlooked track that ML believes may contain some messages worth considering as we contemplate what comes next. Plus, it’s got a great opening bass line!* HARD OUT:Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend Lindsey Broadwell of Broadwell Homes, who you can find at BroadwellHomes.com or 248-767-7767. Make sure Lindsey knows you where you heard about her and that you’ve got SOUL. * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * When it’s time to kick back with a tasty hometown classic brew, reach for an Altes!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=683Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:23:18 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) come together... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) come together virtually for their first-ever work-from-home show.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  St. Patrick’s Day is a week behind us, but ML is SO proud of the limericks he wrote for last week’s show — but forgot to read — that he offers a little doggerel to start this week’s show.* Marc does roll call, asking the boys from whence they’re broadcasting.* While ML dashes off to grab a power cord, Marc and Shawn take over. Find out how the mice play when the cat’s away.* Shawn claims not to be a fancy boy, but nevertheless knows what a “sconce light” is. Listen and learn.* Marc asks what it’s like to hit the streets as a reporter when no one is supposed to be on the streets.* ML discusses the social media storm created by what he thought was an innocuous Tweet about the Hallmark card woman he ran into at CVS.* Shawn tips his cap to the new heroes of the coronavirus crisis: the folks who keep the shelves stocked and the folks who wield a mop. ML launches into a paean to his fellow shelf stockers and Marc adds power line workers and truckers to the list of oft-overlooked and critically-important people. Can we get an “Amen!”* Marc urges Congress to act with an economic stimulus package. Shawn and ML aren’t as eager, triggering yet another ingenious ML analogy (says ML, who writes these show notes).* THE GREAT DEBATE: The experts say “STAY AWAY!” from other people for as long as you can to help slow the spread of the coronavirus. But a certain influential American has begun to question whether that advise is in America’s best interests. Our three stable geniuses weigh in.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: The lieutenant governor of Texas says he — and a whole lotta other grandparents — are willing to risk their lives to get the U.S. economy cranking again. As people who love their grandparents — and plenty of other codgers — we sound a note of caution.* ROOM 7609:  Crowded House is not exactly what the doctor ordered in this age of social distancing. But these NuWave wonders from down under have an oft-overlooked track that ML believes may contain some messages worth considering as we contemplate what comes next. Plus, it’s got a great opening bass line!* HARD OUT:Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We are pretty picky about who we do businesses with, so it’s important we keep the support of business we believe will do right by you. And since we can’t go on without continued sponsor support, please let our trusted partners know you appreciate them. They really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners like you! * If you’re looking to sell your home or buy a better crib, we humbly recommend Lindsey Broadwell of Broadwell Homes, who you can find at BroadwellHomes.com or 248-767-7767. Make sure Lindsey knows you where you heard about her and that you’ve got SOUL. * If you need a mortgage or want to refinance your new digs or save on high-interest debt, contact Hall Financial at https://davidhallmortgage.com or 248-308-5000 and let them know ML told you to call! * When it’s time to kick back with a tasty hometown classic brew, reach for an Altes!

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3665falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-distance-soiree-march-18-2020--52617388 * The coronavirus cancelled our big St. Patrick’s Day party, so M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) throw their own bash with Cadieux Cafe co-owner and Bob Seeger Horn Section leader John Rutherford (Twitter @Cadieux Cafe). Guests include quarantined Detroit Free Press reporter Elisha Anderson (Twitter @ElishaAnderson), who joins the fun via Skype. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Marc introduces us to the pangolin — and explains how this homely little fellow HAS CHANGED LIFE AS WE KNOWN IT. (Whoa!)* ML revisits a couple key questions from last week’s show: Is the media over-hyping the coronavirus crisis, and are politics trumping common sense?* ML and Shawn’s Free Press colleague Elisha Anderson has been in self-quarantine since learning that someone at an investigative conference she attended had the coronavirus. She joins the boys via Skype to tell us what it’s like to spend her birthday in isolation.* Shawn shares what it was like to cover a major sporting event with no fans. And, ultimately, no players. Welcome to Bizarro World, Windsor-style!* ML recounts his recon mission to the Cadieux Cafe last Friday, replete with an encounter with a lovely woman with some interesting ideas about how to pronounce the last name of the drummer for Rush. John responds to her whine with wine.* Cadieux Cafe proprietor John Rutherford details the St. Patrick Party that never was … but still may be!* John shares the heartbreak of managing a successful business forced to close by state mandate.* When he’s not feather bowling or pulling pints on the East Side, John is the leader of the Motor City Horns, who have been playing with Bob Seeger for more than a decade. He shares the story of how he hooked up with Seeger — and whether he expects Seeger to Turn the Page once and for all.* ML confuses virtuoso rock sax players, and mistakenly declares a legend dead. (Turns out it was the other guy.)* Marc reveals that he is a sax maniac. John counsels him.* ML and Shawn recall how Shawn covered hockey when the NHL was on strike. (He won a big award for his work!) Then Shawn explains how a sports writer will continue to write about sports even after there are no more sports to write about.* ML makes a Public Service Announcement. Listen. Think. ACT.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The same airlines who charge you for bringing everything but a clean pair of drawers on a flight are asking for a $50 billion bailout. Listen and learn who wants to write the check, who wants to hold CEOs accountable, and who is feeling the Bern. (HINT: It’s not the usual suspect!)* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Alex Jones says the Sandy Hook massacre never happened. Now he says he has toothpaste that could save your life. Need we say more about this week’s Geek?!? (SPOILER ALERT: Jones shares the title with another well-known dirtbag.)* ROOM 7609: ML breaks with past practice by booking a somewhat obvious — but especially relevant — guest into the NuWave suite this week. * Find out whose infectious personality may infect you with his love. BONUS: John explains how to distinguish between ...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=655Wed, 18 Mar 2020 18:29:05 +0000ML Elrick* The coronavirus cancelled our big St. Patrick’s Day party, so M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) and... * The coronavirus cancelled our big St. Patrick’s Day party, so M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) throw their own bash with Cadieux Cafe co-owner and Bob Seeger Horn Section leader John Rutherford (Twitter @Cadieux Cafe). Guests include quarantined Detroit Free Press reporter Elisha Anderson (Twitter @ElishaAnderson), who joins the fun via Skype. * THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Marc introduces us to the pangolin — and explains how this homely little fellow HAS CHANGED LIFE AS WE KNOWN IT. (Whoa!)* ML revisits a couple key questions from last week’s show: Is the media over-hyping the coronavirus crisis, and are politics trumping common sense?* ML and Shawn’s Free Press colleague Elisha Anderson has been in self-quarantine since learning that someone at an investigative conference she attended had the coronavirus. She joins the boys via Skype to tell us what it’s like to spend her birthday in isolation.* Shawn shares what it was like to cover a major sporting event with no fans. And, ultimately, no players. Welcome to Bizarro World, Windsor-style!* ML recounts his recon mission to the Cadieux Cafe last Friday, replete with an encounter with a lovely woman with some interesting ideas about how to pronounce the last name of the drummer for Rush. John responds to her whine with wine.* Cadieux Cafe proprietor John Rutherford details the St. Patrick Party that never was … but still may be!* John shares the heartbreak of managing a successful business forced to close by state mandate.* When he’s not feather bowling or pulling pints on the East Side, John is the leader of the Motor City Horns, who have been playing with Bob Seeger for more than a decade. He shares the story of how he hooked up with Seeger — and whether he expects Seeger to Turn the Page once and for all.* ML confuses virtuoso rock sax players, and mistakenly declares a legend dead. (Turns out it was the other guy.)* Marc reveals that he is a sax maniac. John counsels him.* ML and Shawn recall how Shawn covered hockey when the NHL was on strike. (He won a big award for his work!) Then Shawn explains how a sports writer will continue to write about sports even after there are no more sports to write about.* ML makes a Public Service Announcement. Listen. Think. ACT.* THE GREAT DEBATE: The same airlines who charge you for bringing everything but a clean pair of drawers on a flight are asking for a $50 billion bailout. Listen and learn who wants to write the check, who wants to hold CEOs accountable, and who is feeling the Bern. (HINT: It’s not the usual suspect!)* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Alex Jones says the Sandy Hook massacre never happened. Now he says he has toothpaste that could save your life. Need we say more about this week’s Geek?!? (SPOILER ALERT: Jones shares the title with another well-known dirtbag.)* ROOM 7609: ML breaks with past practice by booking a somewhat obvious — but especially relevant — guest into the NuWave suite this week. * Find out whose infectious personality may infect you with his love. BONUS: John explains how to...]]>4942falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-trump-common-sense-march-11-2020--52617470 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Joe convene in the sterile confines of Red Shovel HQ to infect the minds of dozens — maybe even hundreds — of listeners!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML is concerned about how political party membership seems to influence how people view threats to the public. Then troublemaker Marc asks whether the media is to blame for Corona-virus mania. The Ivy League cancelled its basketball tournament. They’re the smart folks, right? Marc, Shawn and ML discuss whether they’re showing that they have big brains — or small balls.* Has the Corona virus taken us to the point where the public is finally tuning out the President? Marc says yes. Shawn says no. ML says the base has not lost its faith.* ML posits that the effort to dismiss concerns about the Corona virus along political party lines may get short-circuited because of which politicians are self-quarantining themselves.* Marc wonders whether the media are inflaming fears for business reasons. ML and Shawn — card-carrying media members — say no. Listen for yourself and decide who’s right. Or left. (Boy, it gets confusing when politics gets mixed in, doesn’t it?)* Marc reveals some personal details about the person who cuts his hair, inadvertently providing insights into why his rug looks the way it does.* ML — the great unifier — wonders whether the nation’s proclivity for viewing things based on their position on the political spectrum will be cured by the Corona virus. (Hey, a guy can hope, can’t he?)* Shawn — unsolicited — speaks out in favor of dutch oven-ing. (ML and Shawn hope his wife is not listening — even though we could use the download…and, no, that’s not a euphemism for Shawn’s unorthodox style of courtin’.)* ML desperately tries to turn the conversation to the podcast’s FIRST EVER live broadcast, which will run from about noon to about 2 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day (3/17) at the Cadieux Cafe on ML’s beloved East Side. Even though Shawn and Marc STILL want to talk about the Corona virus, George Carlin, washing your hands, POTUS and a bunch of other VERY DISTRACTING TOPICS, ML perseveres and hopes you’ll come join us and some special guests, including his friend and former colleague Devin Scillian. (But first there is a long discussion of the state of men’s rooms. Seriously – and sorry in advance.) Then they discuss why ML’s friend and former colleague Huel Perkins can’t join the fun.* ABOUT THAT LIVE BROADCAST … After we’re done yakkin’, we’ll be hanging out, selling hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers, signed Kwame Sutras and pressing the flesh with anyone who doesn’t seem to be infected. The Cadieux Cafe will have live music throughout the afternoon and evening and is located at 4300 Cadieux Road. For more information, visit http://www.cadieuxcafe.com. There’s free parking, great food and even better beer. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn is planning to cover the Big 10 Men’s Basketball Tournament and March Madness. Unless they cancel the games. The boys share their varied views on what the honchos should do. (Spoiler alert: ML agrees with King James.)* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Bill Clinton provides his most outrageous — and perhaps most accurate — explanation of why he hooked up with an intern in the Oval Office. In this case, the truth doesn’t set him free; it makes him our Geek of the Week.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=643Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:30:03 +0000ML Elrick* M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Joe convene in... * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Joe convene in the sterile confines of Red Shovel HQ to infect the minds of dozens — maybe even hundreds — of listeners!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  ML is concerned about how political party membership seems to influence how people view threats to the public. Then troublemaker Marc asks whether the media is to blame for Corona-virus mania. The Ivy League cancelled its basketball tournament. They’re the smart folks, right? Marc, Shawn and ML discuss whether they’re showing that they have big brains — or small balls.* Has the Corona virus taken us to the point where the public is finally tuning out the President? Marc says yes. Shawn says no. ML says the base has not lost its faith.* ML posits that the effort to dismiss concerns about the Corona virus along political party lines may get short-circuited because of which politicians are self-quarantining themselves.* Marc wonders whether the media are inflaming fears for business reasons. ML and Shawn — card-carrying media members — say no. Listen for yourself and decide who’s right. Or left. (Boy, it gets confusing when politics gets mixed in, doesn’t it?)* Marc reveals some personal details about the person who cuts his hair, inadvertently providing insights into why his rug looks the way it does.* ML — the great unifier — wonders whether the nation’s proclivity for viewing things based on their position on the political spectrum will be cured by the Corona virus. (Hey, a guy can hope, can’t he?)* Shawn — unsolicited — speaks out in favor of dutch oven-ing. (ML and Shawn hope his wife is not listening — even though we could use the download…and, no, that’s not a euphemism for Shawn’s unorthodox style of courtin’.)* ML desperately tries to turn the conversation to the podcast’s FIRST EVER live broadcast, which will run from about noon to about 2 p.m. on St. Patrick’s Day (3/17) at the Cadieux Cafe on ML’s beloved East Side. Even though Shawn and Marc STILL want to talk about the Corona virus, George Carlin, washing your hands, POTUS and a bunch of other VERY DISTRACTING TOPICS, ML perseveres and hopes you’ll come join us and some special guests, including his friend and former colleague Devin Scillian. (But first there is a long discussion of the state of men’s rooms. Seriously – and sorry in advance.) Then they discuss why ML’s friend and former colleague Huel Perkins can’t join the fun.* ABOUT THAT LIVE BROADCAST … After we’re done yakkin’, we’ll be hanging out, selling hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers, signed Kwame Sutras and pressing the flesh with anyone who doesn’t seem to be infected. The Cadieux Cafe will have live music throughout the afternoon and evening and is located at 4300 Cadieux Road. For more information, visit http://www.cadieuxcafe.com. There’s free parking, great food and even better beer. * THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn is planning to cover the Big 10 Men’s Basketball Tournament and March Madness. Unless they cancel the games. The boys share their varied views on what the honchos should do. (Spoiler alert: ML agrees with King James.)* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Bill Clinton provides his most outrageous — and perhaps most accurate — explanation of why he hooked up with an intern in the Oval Office. In this case, the truth doesn’t set him free; it makes him our Geek of the Week.
3580falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/city-til-we-die-march-4-2020--52617447 * Detroit City FC Founder and CEO Sean Mann (Twitter @mrseanmann/Facebook Sean Mann/www.detcityfc.com) joins M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) to tell some behind-the-scenes stories about the state of the Beautiful Game in Detroit* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Detroit City FC adds a WOMEN’s team to help bring soccer fans together — but ends up exposing a rift between Marc and Shawn!* While Shawn and Marc spar, ML and Sean extol the virtues of women’s soccer, which has been more successful and offers more opportunities than the men’s game.* Sean reveals how DCFC’s bid to go pro last year crumbled — then was saved! — without anyone really noticing. IT’S ANOTHER SOD EXCLUSIVE!  * Before you try to start your own pro sports league, you should hear Sean’s story about dealing with clowns like the d-bag from the desert.* Sean discusses how DCFC transitioned from plucky amateurs to continent-crossing pros. There’s more costs, more travel — yet the ticket price remains the same as always! Sean explains that, too.* Is the key to DCFC’s success the low cost, the amenities, the quaint confines of Keyworth? Sean says it’s the atmosphere — THANK YOU, NORTHERN GUARD!!!* For the second year in a row, ML warns Sean “don’t screw it up!” That admonition worked last year. Here’s hoping it works again in 2020!* THE GREAT DEBATE: A middle school has a policy that says you cannot refuse to dance with someone who asks you to cut a rug. The goal is to make sure no one feels left out. Two meanies don’t like the policy while one of the boys, who, like Billy Idol, was often dancing with himself, sees some merit in the policy. Find out who’s who!* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A philandering, jealousy-crazed, n-bomb dropping judge says she’s not a racist and respects everyone – except maybe the spouse she cheated on for 8 years – is this week’s geek. Listen to find out who she is – and how she caused trouble among the boys in the basement.* ROOM 7609: In honor of Sean and DCFC, ML books New Order and their  1990 World Cup song into the NuWave suite, then the triumvirate offers their take on a surprisingly upbeat and poppy tune from the Manchester Four.* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage,

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3366falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/detroit-city-clowncil-february-26-2020--52617402 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) encounter “The Wrath of Shawn” when Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) makes his triumphant return!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML’s dream comes true when an old-time Detroit beer becomes a sponsor. Listen to find out who makes the brew.* ML teases an upcoming event. Download to find out where to meet the Soul of Detroit crew when they hit the road on St. Patrick’s Day.* Shawn and the boys discuss Shawn’s very special column in the Free Press. * First, the Spartans. Now, the Wolverines. Campus sex abuse scandals are erupting across the country. ML, Marc and Shawn draw the line separating rivalry from reality, with a nod to The Only Colors. * More updates this week! Marc asks about the status of ML’s often-wounded wheels, The Black Beauty, aka Truthmobile III, and ML reveals where he’ll be working next week. Listen and learn!* ML tells some behind the scenes stories about how far two imperfect politicians went to try to keep him from asking them questions. Here are some of the stories the politicians didn’t want to talk about: One about Rep Bettie Cook Scott disappearing and one about Detroit City Councilwoman Raquel Castaneda-Lopez's dilapidated home. * THE GREAT DEBATE: NBC Sports Network has tapped an all-women’s crew to produce and broadcast an NHL game on International Women’s Day. Is it progress — or pandering? The boys battle it out.* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Our winner is a killer who beat a murder rap who is now suing presidential candidates for honoring his victim.* ROOM 7609: They were art school students who pressed 500 LPs that inspired a cult following. Now they’ve checked into the NuWave Suite to perform “Watching Trees.”* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial and tell them ML sent you. If you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you! Looking for a new career? Check out our friends at Northwestern Tech. And when it’s time to kick back, reach for a nice cold Altes!

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Now, the Wolverines. Campus sex abuse scandals are erupting across the country. ML, Marc and Shawn draw the line separating rivalry from reality, with a nod to The Only Colors. * More updates this week! Marc asks about the status of ML’s often-wounded wheels, The Black Beauty, aka Truthmobile III, and ML reveals where he’ll be working next week. Listen and learn!* ML tells some behind the scenes stories about how far two imperfect politicians went to try to keep him from asking them questions. Here are some of the stories the politicians didn’t want to talk about: One about Rep Bettie Cook Scott disappearing and one about Detroit City Councilwoman Raquel Castaneda-Lopez's dilapidated home. * THE GREAT DEBATE: NBC Sports Network has tapped an all-women’s crew to produce and broadcast an NHL game on International Women’s Day. Is it progress — or pandering? The boys battle it out.* GEEK OF THE WEEK:  Our winner is a killer who beat a murder rap who is now suing presidential candidates for honoring his victim.* ROOM 7609: They were art school students who pressed 500 LPs that inspired a cult following. Now they’ve checked into the NuWave Suite to perform “Watching Trees.”* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial and tell them ML sent you. If you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you! Looking for a new career? Check out our friends at Northwestern Tech. And when it’s time to kick back, fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kobe-gayle-snoop-oh-my-february-19-2020--52617458 * As a reporter at The Detroit News, Darci McConnell (Twitter @darcimc/Facebook Darci E. McConnell) saw through Kwame Kilpatrick’s baloney. Now, as the founder, president and CEO of McConnell Communications she puts up with two new fools: Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick). Meanwhile, Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) ditches the show to do some “wet work” for “The Company.”* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML is update CRAZY – getting us up to speed on three crucial matters. See if you can match the issue with the clue: 1-Clark Park Outdoor Charity Hockey Game results 2-Tenant search for East Lansing rental 3-Employment status:: A. Awaiting results of drug test B. Winner! C. Strippers need not apply* ML, Marc and Darci take a deep dive into the controversy stemming from the coverage of Kobe Bryant’s death, including whether it was appropriate to mention a sexual assault allegation that was just about the only blemish on his amazing NBA career.* The conversation centers on CBS News anchor Gayle King’s interview of WNBA star and Bryant friend Lisa Leslie — and the ensuing ferocious attacks on King.* Marc asks ML and Darci to rate King’s performance as a journalist in the interview. A discussion over when is the right time to mention problems when discussing the death of a newsmaker.* Darci reflects on her time as a hard-hitting City Hall reporter at The Detroit News and how Kwame Kilpatrick tried to get her to give him a break based on their race.* Snoop Dogg’s threats to King shocked some — including a former UN Ambassador, who made some threats of her own. Darci weighs in on whether Snoop Dogg’s apology cut the mustard.* As a former obituary writer, ML opines on whether monumental figures should get a pass on their transgressions.* It’s getting deep in here: ML, Marc and Darci discuss the details of the Kobe Bryant sexual assault case, rape culture, Bryant’s apology to his accuser — and more.* ML makes an appeal to anyone willing to listen that trying to shut down a discussion by keying on what people look like, where they’re from or who they worship is not the way to build a better society.* Darci says keep it simple: Was a report fair, balanced and did the reporter try to hear from all sides? Then she opines on whether this whole debate will make us better.* ML invites Darci back — then she slips in a “Go Blue!” Will that be a deal breaker? Subscribe to the podcast to find out …* THE GREAT DEBATE: When Shawn’s away, the mice play — nicely. Which is why The Great Debate gets put on hold until next week.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Texas school district is “Poth Proud” of its decision to come down hard on a 16-year-old who grew his hair long to honor (and maybe provide a wig to) his 11-year-old sister after she lost her locks due to illness.* ROOM 7609: Julian Cope returns to the NuWave s...

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See if you can match the issue with the clue: 1-Clark Park Outdoor Charity Hockey Game results 2-Tenant search for East Lansing rental 3-Employment status:: A. Awaiting results of drug test B. Winner! C. Strippers need not apply* ML, Marc and Darci take a deep dive into the controversy stemming from the coverage of Kobe Bryant’s death, including whether it was appropriate to mention a sexual assault allegation that was just about the only blemish on his amazing NBA career.* The conversation centers on CBS News anchor Gayle King’s interview of WNBA star and Bryant friend Lisa Leslie — and the ensuing ferocious attacks on King.* Marc asks ML and Darci to rate King’s performance as a journalist in the interview. A discussion over when is the right time to mention problems when discussing the death of a newsmaker.* Darci reflects on her time as a hard-hitting City Hall reporter at The Detroit News and how Kwame Kilpatrick tried to get her to give him a break based on their race.* Snoop Dogg’s threats to King shocked some — including a former UN Ambassador, who made some threats of her own. Darci weighs in on whether Snoop Dogg’s apology cut the mustard.* As a former obituary writer, ML opines on whether monumental figures should get a pass on their transgressions.* It’s getting deep in here: ML, Marc and Darci discuss the details of the Kobe Bryant sexual assault case, rape culture, Bryant’s apology to his accuser — and more.* ML makes an appeal to anyone willing to listen that trying to shut down a discussion by keying on what people look like, where they’re from or who they worship is not the way to build a better society.* Darci says keep it simple: Was a report fair, balanced and did the reporter try to hear from all sides? Then she opines on whether this whole debate will make us better.* ML invites Darci back — then she slips in a “Go Blue!” Will that be a deal breaker? Subscribe to the podcast to find out …* THE GREAT DEBATE: When Shawn’s away, the mice play — nicely. Which is why The Great Debate gets put on hold until next week.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Texas school district is “Poth Proud” of its decision to come down hard on a 16-year-old who grew his hair long to honor (and maybe provide a wig to) his 11-year-old sister after she lost her locks due to illness.* ROOM 7609: Julian Cope...]]>3585falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scoop-elrick-rides-again-february-12-2020--52617429 * M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) breaks news on the biggest story in the world — just by looking at his phone! But first, Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) and Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) question whether ML is on the RIGHT meds. Jim Comparoni (Twitter @JimComparoni) of SpartanMag.com dials in to this hornet’s nest.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Jim shares what it was light to ride the lightning — giving us an inside look of his effort to keep up with the latest rumors on the Michigan State football coaching search.* Marc asks Jim about his process for separating rumors from truth. * Jim reveals how he gets some of his inside information — then reveals how a kid’s Snapchat conversation turned out to be more accurate than anything reported on the Spartan coaching search.* ML — in the middle of the damn show! — breaks major news before anyone else on the face of the planet. Even Jim does a double-take!* Shawn delivers some bad news for Spartan fans. DAMN SHAWN! (Did we mention he lives in ANN ARBOR …?)* Jim provides some insights on the news gathering process — and how he thinks it’s ok to share some grapevine juice in one spot even if he’ll only serve fine wine on the front page of SpartanMag.com.* Listen and learn how reporters — and civilians — track charter flights.* ML BLOWS JIM’S MIND WITH A WORLD EXCLUSIVE REPORT. (Scoopsville! Looks like The Kid’s still got it!)* THE GREAT DEBATE: Two odd little states play an outsized role in picking the next president of the United States. ML worked in one of those states for nearly 5 years. He vigorously battles Shawn’s effort to ALTER THE COURSE OF HUMAN HISTORY! (Wow!) Oh, Marc weighs in, too.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Major League pitcher turns into a major league bitcher.* ROOM 7609: The quintessential guest checks in — a band that received no acclaim with a great tune that achieved no acclaim. And did we mention that this week’s solution is the only NuWave tune ever produced in da UP, eh?* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial at Hall Financial | Mortgage Lender | Home Refinance Experts and tell them ML sent you. And if you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit New 2020 Ford & Used Car Dealer in Holly, MI – Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open  your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.comFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com,

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Jim Comparoni (Twitter @JimComparoni) of SpartanMag.com dials in to this hornet’s nest.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Jim shares what it was light to ride the lightning — giving us an inside look of his effort to keep up with the latest rumors on the Michigan State football coaching search.* Marc asks Jim about his process for separating rumors from truth. * Jim reveals how he gets some of his inside information — then reveals how a kid’s Snapchat conversation turned out to be more accurate than anything reported on the Spartan coaching search.* ML — in the middle of the damn show! — breaks major news before anyone else on the face of the planet. Even Jim does a double-take!* Shawn delivers some bad news for Spartan fans. DAMN SHAWN! (Did we mention he lives in ANN ARBOR …?)* Jim provides some insights on the news gathering process — and how he thinks it’s ok to share some grapevine juice in one spot even if he’ll only serve fine wine on the front page of SpartanMag.com.* Listen and learn how reporters — and civilians — track charter flights.* ML BLOWS JIM’S MIND WITH A WORLD EXCLUSIVE REPORT. (Scoopsville! Looks like The Kid’s still got it!)* THE GREAT DEBATE: Two odd little states play an outsized role in picking the next president of the United States. ML worked in one of those states for nearly 5 years. He vigorously battles Shawn’s effort to ALTER THE COURSE OF HUMAN HISTORY! (Wow!) Oh, Marc weighs in, too.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: A Major League pitcher turns into a major league bitcher.* ROOM 7609: The quintessential guest checks in — a band that received no acclaim with a great tune that achieved no acclaim. And did we mention that this week’s solution is the only NuWave tune ever produced in da UP, eh?* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial at Hall Financial | Mortgage Lender | Home Refinance Experts and tell them ML sent you. And if you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit New 2020 Ford & Used Car Dealer in Holly, MI – Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you!* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open  your wallet at www.drewandmikestore.comFind out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com,3396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-bs-soul-hour-february-5-2020--52617405 * Charlie LeDuff (Twitter @Charlieleduff/Facebook Charlie LeDuff) and M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick) are reunited — or is it reignited? — at Red Shovel Network HQ. Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) is here, too, while Brandon McAfee (Twitter @Pro_Duecer) keeps things on track as Marc Fellhauer takes care of business elsewhere.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Shawn launches an offensive, defending the Detroit Free Press after Charlie blasted it in a column for Deadline Detroit. * ML is trying to set the stage for the discussion as Shawn butts in to say “let’s set the stage.”* The boys discuss sensational storytelling versus sensationalism.* ML calls Charlie out for not calling ML before Charlie called out the Free Press’ reporting on Kwame Kilpatrick’s text messages.* ML reads the offending passages from Charlie’s column, while disclosing that he may return to the Free Press — but he adds that’s not why he’s defending the landmark work he and Jim Schaefer did at the Free Press.* Shawn and Charlie discuss Free Press editorial page columnist Brian Dickerson’s column that praised Charlie as “whip smart,” before coronating him “the clown prince of Detroit journalism.” * Charlie apologizes to ML … but has no regrets about slamming Dickerson. (In print and in the latest episode of the No BS Newshour)* ML sets the record straight on the Free Press’ role and motives in the disclosure of Kilpatrick’s text messages.* Charlie explains how a columnist he said didn’t matter got so deep under his skin.* ML says No BS should mean No BS.* Charlie confesses his love for NuWave music.* Charlie discloses that Fox killed some of his biggest stories.* Shawn calls Charlie out for his over aggressive approach to touch football. Then he takes a shot at Charlie for using a cliche. Then Charlie apologizes for tackling Shawn. Then Charlie says he loves Shawn’s work, which he reads on the toilet (no offense intended). Then the show deteriorates into a love-fest. Boy, this episode got soft fast!!!* ML appeals to listeners to support Clark Park. You can learn more and give here.* THE GREAT DEBATE: After nearly an hour of debate, ML makes the executive decision to put The Great Debate on hold until next week.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Advertisers spend a lot of time and effort on commercials to deliver a specific message. So what the hell was up with that Olay ad? And a few others. The overpaid nitwits who came up with them are this week’s honorees. Brandon helps explain why.* ROOM 7609: Echo & The Bunnymen don’t belong here because anyone who knows anything about good music knows all about them, and all of their music is well-known for its excellence. So what are they doing checking in to the suite reserved for under appreciated NuWave artists? Well,

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Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) is here, too, while Brandon McAfee (Twitter @Pro_Duecer) keeps things on track as Marc Fellhauer takes care of business elsewhere.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Shawn launches an offensive, defending the Detroit Free Press after Charlie blasted it in a column for Deadline Detroit. * ML is trying to set the stage for the discussion as Shawn butts in to say “let’s set the stage.”* The boys discuss sensational storytelling versus sensationalism.* ML calls Charlie out for not calling ML before Charlie called out the Free Press’ reporting on Kwame Kilpatrick’s text messages.* ML reads the offending passages from Charlie’s column, while disclosing that he may return to the Free Press — but he adds that’s not why he’s defending the landmark work he and Jim Schaefer did at the Free Press.* Shawn and Charlie discuss Free Press editorial page columnist Brian Dickerson’s column that praised Charlie as “whip smart,” before coronating him “the clown prince of Detroit journalism.” * Charlie apologizes to ML … but has no regrets about slamming Dickerson. (In print and in the latest episode of the No BS Newshour)* ML sets the record straight on the Free Press’ role and motives in the disclosure of Kilpatrick’s text messages.* Charlie explains how a columnist he said didn’t matter got so deep under his skin.* ML says No BS should mean No BS.* Charlie confesses his love for NuWave music.* Charlie discloses that Fox killed some of his biggest stories.* Shawn calls Charlie out for his over aggressive approach to touch football. Then he takes a shot at Charlie for using a cliche. Then Charlie apologizes for tackling Shawn. Then Charlie says he loves Shawn’s work, which he reads on the toilet (no offense intended). Then the show deteriorates into a love-fest. Boy, this episode got soft fast!!!* ML appeals to listeners to support Clark Park. You can learn more and give here.* THE GREAT DEBATE: After nearly an hour of debate, ML makes the executive decision to put The Great Debate on hold until next week.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Advertisers spend a lot of time and effort on commercials to deliver a specific message. So what the hell was up with that Olay ad? And a few others. The overpaid nitwits who came up with them are this week’s honorees. Brandon helps explain why.* ROOM 7609: Echo & The Bunnymen don’t belong here because anyone who knows anything about good music knows all about them, and all of their music is well-known for its excellence. So what are they doing checking in to the...]]>4088truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-king-of-confrontation-january-29-2020--52617391 * Lean, mean, fighting machine STEVE WILSON joins M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) at Red Shovel Network HQ.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  About 15 years ago, Steve Wilson shook the Detroit journalism world to its core with his in-your-face confrontations with some of the most powerful people in town. Then, suddenly, he was gone. ML asks Steve what happened.* ML and Steve discuss the art of a term Steve coined: “The unscheduled accountability session.” And Steve sets ML straight!* Shawn recalls the time he spent with Steve in the immediate aftermath of a nasty scrum when Kwame Kilpatrick and his supporters attacked Steve — all while ML and Jim Schaefer hung around to see if they would have to drag Steve to safety!* Marc asks Steve what he thought about Hizzoner’s taunt to “Stop buying prostitutes!” — a bogus charge that originated in the City of Warren.* Marc asks Steve to spill about how he always seemed to be waiting for Kilpatrick when he went out of town— including the time Steve booked a seat on a flight RIGHT NEXT TO HIZZONER!* Steve reveals who he would most like to have a sincere, face-to-face conversation with — no camera required.* ML reminisces about how his glee at seeing a Steve promo for Channel 7 quickly turned to consternation.* Steve talks about his time at “Inside Edition” — where he worked with Bill “We’ll do it live!” O’Reilly.* ML — showing how badly his interviewing skills have deteriorated since he got out of the new biz last month — ends Steve’s visit by asking Steve how he got his start.* THE GREAT DEBATE: A Washington Post reporter is in trouble for exercising her First Amendment rights on social media in the wake of Kobe Bryant’s death. Marc lays out the story and asks ML and Shawn whether she’s out of line. A very nuanced discussion follows. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: A rich guy who asked a head of state to do him a favor that might not be in the best interest of the people is our Geek of the Week. (SPOILER ALERT: This is NOT about impeachment!!!)* ROOM 7609: The Stranglers have been around so long that at least one of their original members is dead — from old age. Their longevity and evolution also make it nearly impossible to fit them into any single genre. Nevertheless, ML — at the urging of listener John Darby — booked them into the NuWave suite to play the sublime “Dreamtime.”* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial and tell them ML sent you. * If you like to place a wager, open an account at My Bookie  Use promo code SOUL to double your initial deposit!* If you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you!* Become a show sponsor by donating at PayPal. * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open  your wallet at 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=571Wed, 29 Jan 2020 20:03:53 +0000ML Elrick* Lean, mean, fighting machine STEVE WILSON joins M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor... * Lean, mean, fighting machine STEVE WILSON joins M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) at Red Shovel Network HQ.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  About 15 years ago, Steve Wilson shook the Detroit journalism world to its core with his in-your-face confrontations with some of the most powerful people in town. Then, suddenly, he was gone. ML asks Steve what happened.* ML and Steve discuss the art of a term Steve coined: “The unscheduled accountability session.” And Steve sets ML straight!* Shawn recalls the time he spent with Steve in the immediate aftermath of a nasty scrum when Kwame Kilpatrick and his supporters attacked Steve — all while ML and Jim Schaefer hung around to see if they would have to drag Steve to safety!* Marc asks Steve what he thought about Hizzoner’s taunt to “Stop buying prostitutes!” — a bogus charge that originated in the City of Warren.* Marc asks Steve to spill about how he always seemed to be waiting for Kilpatrick when he went out of town— including the time Steve booked a seat on a flight RIGHT NEXT TO HIZZONER!* Steve reveals who he would most like to have a sincere, face-to-face conversation with — no camera required.* ML reminisces about how his glee at seeing a Steve promo for Channel 7 quickly turned to consternation.* Steve talks about his time at “Inside Edition” — where he worked with Bill “We’ll do it live!” O’Reilly.* ML — showing how badly his interviewing skills have deteriorated since he got out of the new biz last month — ends Steve’s visit by asking Steve how he got his start.* THE GREAT DEBATE: A Washington Post reporter is in trouble for exercising her First Amendment rights on social media in the wake of Kobe Bryant’s death. Marc lays out the story and asks ML and Shawn whether she’s out of line. A very nuanced discussion follows. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: A rich guy who asked a head of state to do him a favor that might not be in the best interest of the people is our Geek of the Week. (SPOILER ALERT: This is NOT about impeachment!!!)* ROOM 7609: The Stranglers have been around so long that at least one of their original members is dead — from old age. Their longevity and evolution also make it nearly impossible to fit them into any single genre. Nevertheless, ML — at the urging of listener John Darby — booked them into the NuWave suite to play the sublime “Dreamtime.”* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial and tell them ML sent you. * If you like to place a wager, open an account at My Bookie  Use promo code SOUL to double your initial deposit!* If you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you!* Become a show sponsor by donating at PayPal. * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and...]]>3587truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schaefer-s-excellent-mexican-adventure-january-23-2020--52617406 * They say good things come to those who wait. We’ll let you be the judge of that as Jim Schaefer (Twitter @DetroitReporter/Facebook Jim Schaefer) returns to Red Shovel HQ for the first time since his April appearance in our “Pulitzer Secrets” episode. This time, Schaefer even catered his reunion with his ol’ partner M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor)!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The discussion over banned words that began last week when ML’s wife Tresa Baldas (Twitter @TBaldas) of the Detroit Free Press joined us continues with Schaefer, who is one of the bosses deciding which words are verboten at the Free Press (we think “verboten” is still OK — for now). As an added bonus, there is an update on the whereabouts of Tresa’s holiday decorations.* It’s been more than a dozen years since Schaefer’s ground-breaking Free Press investigation into how fentanyl came to the United States and started killing metro Detroiters by the hundreds. But this is the FIRST TIME Schaefer has publicly shared some of the crazy things that happened to him when he went to Mexico to see where it all started.* Among the things Schaefer clears up is that the man who invented fentanyl is NOT the same guy who peddled Corinthian Leather. (FWIW, for our money, there may have been no smoother cat than Ricardo Montalban.)* Highlights of Schaefer’s long – but well-told! – stories include: Being surrounded by armed police who insisted he and his partner accompany them to meet the local police chief; Finding everything in his hotel room missing, then magically returned after a few choice words from his fixer; Trading pants with his photographer partner; and navigating a labyrinthine Mexican prison to come face-to-face with the Father of Fentanyl* In a digression, the revelation that Schaefer is a slob is trumped by the disclosure that ML lines up his french fries before eating them. In a moment of derring-do that could cost him frequent flier miles, Shawn asks whether the Free Press would still undertake such an ambitious project. You’ll have to listen to get Schaefer’s answer.* To ML's delight, Shawn turns his rhetorical guns on Schaefer. Schaefer, who is now a boss, takes note.* THE GREAT DEBATE: CMT has decreed that it will play an equal number of videos by male and female artists.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=553Thu, 23 Jan 2020 19:21:24 +0000ML Elrick* They say good things come to those who wait. We’ll let you be the judge of that as Jim Schaefer (http://twitter.com/detroitreporter/https://www.facebook.com/jimschaef) returns to Red Shovel HQ for the first time since... * They say good things come to those who wait. We’ll let you be the judge of that as Jim Schaefer (Twitter @DetroitReporter/Facebook Jim Schaefer) returns to Red Shovel HQ for the first time since his April appearance in our “Pulitzer Secrets” episode. This time, Schaefer even catered his reunion with his ol’ partner M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor)!* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  The discussion over banned words that began last week when ML’s wife Tresa Baldas (Twitter @TBaldas) of the Detroit Free Press joined us continues with Schaefer, who is one of the bosses deciding which words are verboten at the Free Press (we think “verboten” is still OK — for now). As an added bonus, there is an update on the whereabouts of Tresa’s holiday decorations.* It’s been more than a dozen years since Schaefer’s ground-breaking Free Press investigation into how fentanyl came to the United States and started killing metro Detroiters by the hundreds. But this is the FIRST TIME Schaefer has publicly shared some of the crazy things that happened to him when he went to Mexico to see where it all started.* Among the things Schaefer clears up is that the man who invented fentanyl is NOT the same guy who peddled Corinthian Leather. (FWIW, for our money, there may have been no smoother cat than Ricardo Montalban.)* Highlights of Schaefer’s long – but well-told! – stories include: Being surrounded by armed police who insisted he and his partner accompany them to meet the local police chief; Finding everything in his hotel room missing, then magically returned after a few choice words from his fixer; Trading pants with his photographer partner; and navigating a labyrinthine Mexican prison to come face-to-face with the Father of Fentanyl* In a digression, the revelation that Schaefer is a slob is trumped by the disclosure that ML lines up his french fries before eating them. In a moment of derring-do that could cost him frequent flier miles, Shawn asks whether the Free Press would still undertake such an ambitious project. You’ll have to listen to get Schaefer’s answer.* To ML's delight, Shawn turns his rhetorical guns on Schaefer. Schaefer, who is now a boss, takes note.* THE GREAT DEBATE: CMT has decreed that it will play an equal number of videos by male and female artists.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3565truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hugs-not-thugs-january-16-2020--52617398 * Under the watchful eye of just about the only person on Earth who scares M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) mind their Ps and Qs at Red Shovel HQ. You can see who we’re talking about and watch much of the show by clicking this link to the Facebook live version.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Due to a controversy springing from allegations that ML’s wife trash picks wreaths and other holiday decorations — and questions about why they are still up so long after the holidays — Tresa Baldas (@tbaldas) of the Free Press drops in to set the record straight.* Tresa talks about some of her biggest stories for the Free Press, including a landmark investigation into sexual assaults at Jamaican resorts. * A passing reference to ‘thugs' gives rise to a spirited discussion of whether some words should no longer be uttered by certain people.* Marc inquires whether Fox 2 watered down ML’s final investigation, which was completed but never aired. (Instead, the station assigned the story to Charlie Langton, whose report aired last week)* One word that Tresa would like banned is “cheap” — at least in reference to ML, who freely acknowledges being “frugal.”* THE GREAT DEBATE: “Blazing Saddles” is classic both as a comedy and as a western. A true classic. But could it be made today? The boys discuss, with help from the womenfolk.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Penn State has another football coach who could be ensnared in a Jerry Sandusky-related controversy. Find out who — and whether he’s been Nittany Lyin’ about what he knew about what happened at his previous post.* ROOM 7609: This week’s guest is SO obscure they don’t have a Wikipedia page! Nevertheless, Days of Sorrow is a lost treasure that will transport you to the early 1980s. Check them out and ponder which iconic NuWave bands they sound like.* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial and tell them ML sent you. If you like to place a wager, open an account at My Bookie  Use promo code SOUL to double your initial deposit!* If you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you!* Become a show sponsor by donating at PayPal. * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy hockey jerseys, t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription penned personally by ML! Open your heart, open  your wallet at www.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=548Thu, 16 Jan 2020 19:57:30 +0000ML Elrick* Under the watchful eye of just about the only person on Earth who scares M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick/https://www.facebook.com/ML-Elrick-1546860892274273//https://www.instagram.com/ml_elrick/), Marc Fellhauer... * Under the watchful eye of just about the only person on Earth who scares M.L. Elrick (Twitter @elrick/Facebook ML ELRICK/Instagram ml_elrick), Marc Fellhauer (Twitter @MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (Twitter @ShawnWindsor) mind their Ps and Qs at Red Shovel HQ. You can see who we’re talking about and watch much of the show by clicking this link to the Facebook live version.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  Due to a controversy springing from allegations that ML’s wife trash picks wreaths and other holiday decorations — and questions about why they are still up so long after the holidays — Tresa Baldas (@tbaldas) of the Free Press drops in to set the record straight.* Tresa talks about some of her biggest stories for the Free Press, including a landmark investigation into sexual assaults at Jamaican resorts. * A passing reference to ‘thugs' gives rise to a spirited discussion of whether some words should no longer be uttered by certain people.* Marc inquires whether Fox 2 watered down ML’s final investigation, which was completed but never aired. (Instead, the station assigned the story to Charlie Langton, whose report aired last week)* One word that Tresa would like banned is “cheap” — at least in reference to ML, who freely acknowledges being “frugal.”* THE GREAT DEBATE: “Blazing Saddles” is classic both as a comedy and as a western. A true classic. But could it be made today? The boys discuss, with help from the womenfolk.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: Penn State has another football coach who could be ensnared in a Jerry Sandusky-related controversy. Find out who — and whether he’s been Nittany Lyin’ about what he knew about what happened at his previous post.* ROOM 7609: This week’s guest is SO obscure they don’t have a Wikipedia page! Nevertheless, Days of Sorrow is a lost treasure that will transport you to the early 1980s. Check them out and ponder which iconic NuWave bands they sound like.* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage, consider Hall Financial and tell them ML sent you. If you like to place a wager, open an account at My Bookie  Use promo code SOUL to double your initial deposit!* If you’re looking for a deal on a Ford, please visit Szott Ford and let them know ML sent you!* Become a show sponsor by donating at PayPal. * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great...]]>3829truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/d-s-in-a-box-january-9-2020--52617407 * For the first time in months, M.L. Elrick (elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) come together to record a show that will post within 24 hours! You can also watch much of the show by clicking on ML's Facebook live version, an occasion that drove Marc crazy as ML couldn’t resist making shout-outs to viewers.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The boys had a plan for this week’s show. They really did! But what started out as a recap of Marc and Shawn’s visit to the East Side for a photo shoot at the Alger Theater quickly devolves into a long — but well-told — story about the time ML had to pick up a box of dongs for his dad.* In a “ain’t life grand” observation, ML notes that the same lawyer who sued his dad later represented ML in a lawsuit against Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.* ML invites listeners to join him at Clark Park in southwest Detroit on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. as he leads a team against Lawrence Tech alumni in a friendly outdoor hockey game — weather permitting.* “The Newsman” discusses facial hair, interacting with the public and why it’s better for him NOT to be recognized.* Marc asks ML to reflect once again on his separation from Fox 2, prompting ML to touch on an unfinished story about Bob Carmack, the nemesis of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, and his finished but unaired annual “Year in Review” story. The conversation includes ML’s explanation for his aversion for news choppers, how the band U2 got its name, and the time ML declined to get in a chopper to cover a story about a chopper crash.* The lost “2019 Year in Review” package included updates on stories ML did about a retired state senator who used campaign funds to buy furniture for a campaign office even though he was no longer running for office, a family court judge accused of covering up the abuse of her grandchildren, and the house of skank owned by a Detroit city councilwoman. * During the discussion of the tragically unaired “Year in Review” package, a zen-like ML reflects on how a change at Fox 2 that aimed to narrow his horizons instead broadened them. And Marc detects a common thread in ML’s encounters with reluctant public officials.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Who is the best college football coach in Michigan? Is it the guy who gets all the money and the attention and the recruits — or the guy who got all the results? Marc kicks off the conversation with a surprising write-in candidate. In a rare twist, ML and Shawn seem to end up on the same side.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: As someone struggling to grow a goatee, ML has a newfound respect for the hirsute. Nevertheless, a man with one of the most robust ‘staches in Washington can’t escape GOW honors due to the impeachment hustle he’s running.* ROOM 7609: Before they were poppy, they were kinda dark.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=534Thu, 09 Jan 2020 18:32:34 +0000ML Elrick* For the first time in months, M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) come together to record a show that will post within 24 hours! You can also... * For the first time in months, M.L. Elrick (elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) come together to record a show that will post within 24 hours! You can also watch much of the show by clicking on ML's Facebook live version, an occasion that drove Marc crazy as ML couldn’t resist making shout-outs to viewers.* THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The boys had a plan for this week’s show. They really did! But what started out as a recap of Marc and Shawn’s visit to the East Side for a photo shoot at the Alger Theater quickly devolves into a long — but well-told — story about the time ML had to pick up a box of dongs for his dad.* In a “ain’t life grand” observation, ML notes that the same lawyer who sued his dad later represented ML in a lawsuit against Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.* ML invites listeners to join him at Clark Park in southwest Detroit on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. as he leads a team against Lawrence Tech alumni in a friendly outdoor hockey game — weather permitting.* “The Newsman” discusses facial hair, interacting with the public and why it’s better for him NOT to be recognized.* Marc asks ML to reflect once again on his separation from Fox 2, prompting ML to touch on an unfinished story about Bob Carmack, the nemesis of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, and his finished but unaired annual “Year in Review” story. The conversation includes ML’s explanation for his aversion for news choppers, how the band U2 got its name, and the time ML declined to get in a chopper to cover a story about a chopper crash.* The lost “2019 Year in Review” package included updates on stories ML did about a retired state senator who used campaign funds to buy furniture for a campaign office even though he was no longer running for office, a family court judge accused of covering up the abuse of her grandchildren, and the house of skank owned by a Detroit city councilwoman. * During the discussion of the tragically unaired “Year in Review” package, a zen-like ML reflects on how a change at Fox 2 that aimed to narrow his horizons instead broadened them. And Marc detects a common thread in ML’s encounters with reluctant public officials.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Who is the best college football coach in Michigan? Is it the guy who gets all the money and the attention and the recruits — or the guy who got all the results? Marc kicks off the conversation with a surprising write-in candidate. In a rare twist, ML and Shawn seem to end up on the same side.* GEEK OF THE WEEK: As someone struggling to grow a goatee, ML has a newfound respect for the hirsute. Nevertheless, a man with one of the most robust ‘staches in Washington can’t escape GOW honors due to the impeachment hustle he’s running.* ROOM 7609: Before they were poppy, they were...]]>3569truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/out-foxed-too-december-30-2019--52617413 * On 12/30/2019 — in a desperate and futile display of optimism — M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) convene Once Upon a Time in Ferndale to record their second show since the podcast came “off pause.” Due to contractual matters, it would not post for another week. ((Sigh))* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  After days … and DAYS  … AND DAYS of giving ML s*** for failing to file story notes for the triumphant return of the podcast (the “Lost Episode,” recorded 12/18/2019), Marc reveals that he now understands that the delay was due to ML’s protracted separation from Fox 2. ML confesses that he intentionally did not file story notes on a timely basis because he was afraid Marc might post the show before he concluded his business with Fox 2. In the end, the damn show didn’t post until more than two weeks after the tardy story notes were filed. (The “Lost Episode” was finally released on 1/6/2020.) SHEESH!!! A discussion of why it took so long to officially cut ties to Fox 2 ensues.* Shawn weighs in to disclose that he is an experienced dubie roller and to take a gratuitous shot at whisker-challenged ML.. Marc chimes in with unkind words for ML’s super groovy Christmas cap. ML again wonders why he gave up a successful TV career to take such abuse…* The conversation turns to a typically genius line from staff of the defunct Orbit magazine during their takeover of the Metro Times.* The boys reminisce about the days when having a pierced ear made a young man “edgy.” This leads to a roll call to determine whether any of them have a tattoo.* The next stop on the trip down memory lane includes a take on the depleted state of modern newsrooms and ML’s unfounded concern that sensitivity training at Local 4 would prove effective for more than 45 seconds.* Keeping things light (yeah, right!), Marc leads a discussion of whether sensitivity training has gone too far.* Marc shows some aptitude for investigative reporting, revealing that ML’s departure from Fox 2 did not go as planned.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Do Detroit Lions fans bear the greatest responsibility for the team’s enduring failure to succeed? One righteous, insightful cat says “Yea!” Two Motor City Kitties say “Nay!” Find out what the wrong guys said. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: A nation that doesn’t often come to mind as a tourist destination (even though it really does have some lovely places to visit) has created one of the worst museums ever conceived in an apparent effort to lure visitors. Find out where you shouldn’t go so you don’t have to visit something that never should have been created.* ROOM 7609: You’ve probably never heard of Visage. And you’ve probably never heard of their biggest hit, “Fade to Gray.” But you’ve almost certainly seen or heard some of the members of this surprisingly influential New Romantic band.* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=528Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:56:45 +0000ML Elrick* On 12/30/2019 — in a desperate and futile display of optimism — M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) convene Once Upon a Time in Ferndale to... * On 12/30/2019 — in a desperate and futile display of optimism — M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) convene Once Upon a Time in Ferndale to record their second show since the podcast came “off pause.” Due to contractual matters, it would not post for another week. ((Sigh))* THE STRAIGHT DOPE:  After days … and DAYS  … AND DAYS of giving ML s*** for failing to file story notes for the triumphant return of the podcast (the “Lost Episode,” recorded 12/18/2019), Marc reveals that he now understands that the delay was due to ML’s protracted separation from Fox 2. ML confesses that he intentionally did not file story notes on a timely basis because he was afraid Marc might post the show before he concluded his business with Fox 2. In the end, the damn show didn’t post until more than two weeks after the tardy story notes were filed. (The “Lost Episode” was finally released on 1/6/2020.) SHEESH!!! A discussion of why it took so long to officially cut ties to Fox 2 ensues.* Shawn weighs in to disclose that he is an experienced dubie roller and to take a gratuitous shot at whisker-challenged ML.. Marc chimes in with unkind words for ML’s super groovy Christmas cap. ML again wonders why he gave up a successful TV career to take such abuse…* The conversation turns to a typically genius line from staff of the defunct Orbit magazine during their takeover of the Metro Times.* The boys reminisce about the days when having a pierced ear made a young man “edgy.” This leads to a roll call to determine whether any of them have a tattoo.* The next stop on the trip down memory lane includes a take on the depleted state of modern newsrooms and ML’s unfounded concern that sensitivity training at Local 4 would prove effective for more than 45 seconds.* Keeping things light (yeah, right!), Marc leads a discussion of whether sensitivity training has gone too far.* Marc shows some aptitude for investigative reporting, revealing that ML’s departure from Fox 2 did not go as planned.* THE GREAT DEBATE: Do Detroit Lions fans bear the greatest responsibility for the team’s enduring failure to succeed? One righteous, insightful cat says “Yea!” Two Motor City Kitties say “Nay!” Find out what the wrong guys said. * GEEK OF THE WEEK: A nation that doesn’t often come to mind as a tourist destination (even though it really does have some lovely places to visit) has created one of the worst museums ever conceived in an apparent effort to lure visitors. Find out where you shouldn’t go so you don’t have to visit something that never should have been created.* ROOM 7609: You’ve probably never heard of Visage. And you’ve probably never heard of their biggest hit, “Fade to Gray.” But you’ve almost certainly seen or heard some of the members of this surprisingly influential New Romantic band.* HARD OUT: Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners. So if you need a mortgage,

Become a...]]>3587truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/news-team-disassemble-december-18-2019--52617412 * Marc Somethingorother, Shawn Whatsisname and DruWave reunite with M.L. Earring at Red Shovel Network HQ as ML's Soul of Detroit is taken "OFF pause!" after FOUR MONTHS!!! * Here's the opening scene: ML shows up in the basement and says: "Where's the sleeper?" Marc says: "The sleeper is sleeping." ML says: "Well, wake ‘im up!" * Next up is a slightly revised opening. Can YOU catch the difference?* Freshly unemployed, ML sets out to emulate Ted Williams, hoping some exposure on the RSN will revive his media fortunes.* The former DruWave joins the former Rick Rock for a trip down memory lane, replete with a detour through Lake Orion High School on their way to exhume the "Boom goes the dynamite" guy. * ML's long-awaited return devolves into a mini-roast, causing him to reconsider his decision to walk away from a relatively lucrative TV career. Shawn opines he isn't surprised ML left Fox 2 — he's surprised he lasted as long as he did! A discussion of "Eff You!" money follows, in which it is revealed that ML, Drew Lane and Charlie LeDuff have something in common (hint: it's not blue thongs).* After another round of ML abuse, Marc inquires if he feels "free." This triggers a flashback to when ML left WDIV/Loco 4 back in 2007.* Serious news talk develops as Marc mentions ML's last report for Fox 2 and the time he was on the phone with ML during a stakeout and how ML had to hang up because the woman he was looking for "was on the move." ML reveals how, later, she was "on the make."* The mood changes — and the quality of conversation rises — as Shawn discusses how he came to write his poignant examination of MSU basketball star Cassius Winston's efforts to come to grips with his brother's suicide.  * The boys reflect on how so many people feel that they alone are feeling despair, when, in fact, it is all-too common. A plea for those who are suffering to share their emotions — and a plea for people to listen — follows. * In one of the more jarring transitions you'll ever hear, the topic changes from the serious to the farcical,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=511Mon, 06 Jan 2020 17:43:07 +0000ML Elrick* https://twitter.com/marcfell, https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor and https://twitter.com/drewmikepodcast reunite with https://twitter.com/elrick at Red Shovel Network HQ as ML's Soul of Detroit is taken "OFF pause!" after FOUR MONTHS!!! * Here's the... * Marc Somethingorother, Shawn Whatsisname and DruWave reunite with M.L. Earring at Red Shovel Network HQ as ML's Soul of Detroit is taken "OFF pause!" after FOUR MONTHS!!! * Here's the opening scene: ML shows up in the basement and says: "Where's the sleeper?" Marc says: "The sleeper is sleeping." ML says: "Well, wake ‘im up!" * Next up is a slightly revised opening. Can YOU catch the difference?* Freshly unemployed, ML sets out to emulate Ted Williams, hoping some exposure on the RSN will revive his media fortunes.* The former DruWave joins the former Rick Rock for a trip down memory lane, replete with a detour through Lake Orion High School on their way to exhume the "Boom goes the dynamite" guy. * ML's long-awaited return devolves into a mini-roast, causing him to reconsider his decision to walk away from a relatively lucrative TV career. Shawn opines he isn't surprised ML left Fox 2 — he's surprised he lasted as long as he did! A discussion of "Eff You!" money follows, in which it is revealed that ML, Drew Lane and Charlie LeDuff have something in common (hint: it's not blue thongs).* After another round of ML abuse, Marc inquires if he feels "free." This triggers a flashback to when ML left WDIV/Loco 4 back in 2007.* Serious news talk develops as Marc mentions ML's last report for Fox 2 and the time he was on the phone with ML during a stakeout and how ML had to hang up because the woman he was looking for "was on the move." ML reveals how, later, she was "on the make."* The mood changes — and the quality of conversation rises — as Shawn discusses how he came to write his poignant examination of MSU basketball star Cassius Winston's efforts to come to grips with his brother's suicide.  * The boys reflect on how so many people feel that they alone are feeling despair, when, in fact, it is all-too common. A plea for those who are suffering to share their emotions — and a plea for people to listen — follows. * In one of the more jarring transitions you'll ever hear, the topic changes from the serious to the farcical,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3632truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-pause-august-29-2019--52617456 Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) is here to explain why M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and the Soul of Detroit doesn't have a new episode today. We apologize as we were supposed to have Anthony Fenech's only post Justin Verlander dust-up interview. All of us, even Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor), thank you and our advertisers for your endless support. If you want to show even more support around town visit DrewandMikeStore.com for show T-shirts, stickers and ML's Kwame Sutra book. Thank you, Detroit!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=488Thu, 29 Aug 2019 17:14:52 +0000ML ElrickMarc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) is here to explain why M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) and the Soul of Detroit doesn't have a new episode today. We apologize as we were supposed to have Anthony Fenech's only post Justin... Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) is here to explain why M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and the Soul of Detroit doesn't have a new episode today. We apologize as we were supposed to have Anthony Fenech's only post Justin Verlander dust-up interview. All of us, even Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor), thank you and our advertisers for your endless support. If you want to show even more support around town visit DrewandMikeStore.com for show T-shirts, stickers and ML's Kwame Sutra book. Thank you, Detroit!


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>201truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/confessions-guilty-pleasures-august-22-2019--52617411 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) turn Red Shovel Network HQ into their own personal hall of shame. Then they encourage you to join them on a pedal pub ride. Do you dare? Read on and find out how…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Offering insights that no one asked for — and may wish they never knew — the triumvirate reveals some of their deepest, darkest secrets. We’ll leave it up to you whether you want to listen, but we must warn you it is impossible to unhear what the boys are putting down.



Despite being a handsome hunk of manhood, Marc bares his soul and reveals that he hides from cameras. Is he bashful — or Nosferatu? 



Shy by nature, ML shares that he likes to freak people out with his words and, on occasion, his wardrobe. He tells a tale worthy of Po — you got that, Edgar Allan?!?



The normally retiring Shawn divulges that he likes nothing better than to see vigilantes exact a bloody revenge on evildoers. Is he talking about the silver screen … or should ML and Marc LAY OFF FOR ONCE, DAMMIT!?!



Two words: DANE COOK.



Cheetos, taquitos and … rat turds? 



Shawn likes to good-naturedly (or is it jealously?) jab ML for his high-handed ways. Turns out Star Trek may be partly to blame.



ML tells the “Dirty Angel” story. For once, it’s a short one — but, of course, well-told.



ML tells the “Harold the Dog” story. As usual, it’s a long one — but, for once, not well-told. AT LEAST ACCORDING TO THE BULLIES MARC AND SHAWN. (Anyone got a match?)



Shawn’s long-winded paean to the chili-laden tube steak almost certainly alienates a potential sponsor — despite his cohorts’ desperate attempts to pull him back from the precipice.



THE GREAT DEBATE: A billionaire tells millionaires to leave their politics in the locker room, then pops off in public with his world view, making thousandaire Shawn VERY unhappy. The boys try to calm him down. Do they succeed? There’s only one way to find out: LISTEN.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The boys go nuclear over a vodka ginned up by some English eggheads and the Reds that is tasteless — regardless of the flavor.



ROOM 7609: Unlike a lot of programs that talk about music, the all-night party in Room 7609 is no sausage party. ML LOVES women who rock — and few rock quite as well as the Go-Go’s, as this week’s selection makes plain.



RIDE, CAPTAIN, RIDE! Join ML, Marc and Shawn for the first-ever Soul of Detroit pedal pub excursion on a Thursday evening in September! If you’re looking for a deal on a pedal pub excursion, use promo code ML SOUL to get $25 off a full-size ride with the Michigan Pedaler.



* Please be sure to let our sponsors know you he...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=478Thu, 22 Aug 2019 10:35:36 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) turn Red Shovel Network HQ into their own personal hall of shame. Then they encourage you to join them on a... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) turn Red Shovel Network HQ into their own personal hall of shame. Then they encourage you to join them on a pedal pub ride. Do you dare? Read on and find out how…



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Offering insights that no one asked for — and may wish they never knew — the triumvirate reveals some of their deepest, darkest secrets. We’ll leave it up to you whether you want to listen, but we must warn you it is impossible to unhear what the boys are putting down.



Despite being a handsome hunk of manhood, Marc bares his soul and reveals that he hides from cameras. Is he bashful — or Nosferatu? 



Shy by nature, ML shares that he likes to freak people out with his words and, on occasion, his wardrobe. He tells a tale worthy of Po — you got that, Edgar Allan?!?



The normally retiring Shawn divulges that he likes nothing better than to see vigilantes exact a bloody revenge on evildoers. Is he talking about the silver screen … or should ML and Marc LAY OFF FOR ONCE, DAMMIT!?!



Two words: DANE COOK.



Cheetos, taquitos and … rat turds? 



Shawn likes to good-naturedly (or is it jealously?) jab ML for his high-handed ways. Turns out Star Trek may be partly to blame.



ML tells the “Dirty Angel” story. For once, it’s a short one — but, of course, well-told.



ML tells the “Harold the Dog” story. As usual, it’s a long one — but, for once, not well-told. AT LEAST ACCORDING TO THE BULLIES MARC AND SHAWN. (Anyone got a match?)



Shawn’s long-winded paean to the chili-laden tube steak almost certainly alienates a potential sponsor — despite his cohorts’ desperate attempts to pull him back from the precipice.



THE GREAT DEBATE: A billionaire tells millionaires to leave their politics in the locker room, then pops off in public with his world view, making thousandaire Shawn VERY unhappy. The boys try to calm him down. Do they succeed? There’s only one way to find out: LISTEN.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The boys go nuclear over a vodka ginned up by some English eggheads and the Reds that is tasteless — regardless of the flavor.



ROOM 7609: Unlike a lot of programs that talk about music, the all-night party in Room 7609 is no sausage party. ML LOVES women who rock — and few rock quite as well as the Go-Go’s, as this week’s selection makes plain.



RIDE, CAPTAIN, RIDE! Join ML, Marc and Shawn for the first-ever Soul of Detroit pedal pub excursion on a Thursday evening in September! If you’re looking for a deal on a pedal pub excursion, use promo code ML SOUL to get $25 off a full-size ride with the Michigan Pedaler.



* Please be sure to let our sponsors know you he...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3340truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conspiracies-the-manoogian-party-rumor-august-15-2019--52617438 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) conspire to keep the show going until Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor), dials in on a bag phone that wasn’t even very good back in 1989, when it was brand new.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: A quick word about ML’s latest investigation, referenced in last week’s episode (“Close Encounters of the 4th Estate Kind”), which was broadcast this week. See it here.



Jeffrey Epstein’s death is inspiring conspiracy theories from all points on the political spectrum, giving ML a prime opportunity to break down the most virulent rumor in recent Detroit history.



Marc says he hates government conspiracies the most, because government officials aren’t great at getting their KNOWN work done, making them highly unlikely to pull off a sophisticated con. ML applies the same logic to media conspiracies.



Marc asks if there were ever parties at the Manoogian Mansion. ML’s response may surprise you, but we’ll let you listen and decide for yourself.



ML explains how he and Jim Schaefer, his parter at the Free Press, set about trying to determine whether Detroit’s First Lady used a blunt instrument to assault a stripper caught performing at the city’s mayoral manse.



ML recounts one conspiracy that he and Schaefer proved. It’s an amazing story you either forgot, or never heard of. Listen and learn.



ML explains the “Ring of Truth” – and why people believe in conspiracies.



Did you know strippers have agents? Who says this show isn’t educational!



Marc and ML discuss which stripper names were “whack.”



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn joins in as the boys spar over  CNN anchor and podcast host Chris Cuomo’s behavior when a provocateur with a camera calls him “Fredo.” 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A media mogul who threatened a worker interested in forming a union may have lost the hearts and minds of his staff, but he wins GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: Check in and hear the bizarre story of the brief rise and rapid fall of “Mis...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=466Thu, 15 Aug 2019 15:40:10 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) conspire to keep the show going until Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), dials in on a bag phone that wasn’t even very good back in 1989, when it... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) conspire to keep the show going until Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor), dials in on a bag phone that wasn’t even very good back in 1989, when it was brand new.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: A quick word about ML’s latest investigation, referenced in last week’s episode (“Close Encounters of the 4th Estate Kind”), which was broadcast this week. See it here.



Jeffrey Epstein’s death is inspiring conspiracy theories from all points on the political spectrum, giving ML a prime opportunity to break down the most virulent rumor in recent Detroit history.



Marc says he hates government conspiracies the most, because government officials aren’t great at getting their KNOWN work done, making them highly unlikely to pull off a sophisticated con. ML applies the same logic to media conspiracies.



Marc asks if there were ever parties at the Manoogian Mansion. ML’s response may surprise you, but we’ll let you listen and decide for yourself.



ML explains how he and Jim Schaefer, his parter at the Free Press, set about trying to determine whether Detroit’s First Lady used a blunt instrument to assault a stripper caught performing at the city’s mayoral manse.



ML recounts one conspiracy that he and Schaefer proved. It’s an amazing story you either forgot, or never heard of. Listen and learn.



ML explains the “Ring of Truth” – and why people believe in conspiracies.



Did you know strippers have agents? Who says this show isn’t educational!



Marc and ML discuss which stripper names were “whack.”



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn joins in as the boys spar over  CNN anchor and podcast host Chris Cuomo’s behavior when a provocateur with a camera calls him “Fredo.” 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: A media mogul who threatened a worker interested in forming a union may have lost the hearts and minds of his staff, but he wins GOW honors.



ROOM 7609: Check in and hear the bizarre story of the brief rise and rapid fall of “Mis...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3467truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/close-encounters-of-the-4th-estate-kind-aug-8-2019--52617432 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) try to fill the void left in Red Shovel Networks Studio A by Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor), who joins them via telemaphone for the Great Debate.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc asks ML what his over/under is for the Detroit Lions. ML responds: “I’d be lyin’ if I said I cared.” He did, however, place wagers on the o/u for the Spartans and the semi-annual Paul Bunyan reclamation game.



ML discusses some of the issues he struggled with before deciding to dive into the background of Lawrence James Davis, 24, who was charged with beating Tyler Wingate, 24, to death last month at a gas station in Detroit. See the story here.



ML and Marc wonder whether the system failed Davis, essentially allowing him to continue on a course that would end in tragedy.



Marc asks ML to talk about his conversation with Davis’ relatives, who refused to speak about Davis. They declined to comment, but referred ML to a higher power. To find out who, you’ll have to listen.



The conversation turns to ML’s encounter with a politician who said he would meet with ML, then said he wouldn’t be available for weeks because he would be out of town. The pol says ML has a reputation, but seems to have forgotten the most important part of that reputation – that he always gets his man.



Gratuitous Kwame Kilpatrick mention at the 22:00 mark.



Marc asks about stakeouts and ML walks him through some of the challenges investigative teams face in general – and specifically for his upcoming report.



ML reveals how he relied on a “secret agent” to help catch up with the reluctant pol he wanted to quiz.



ML’s questions involve some spending from the pol’s re-election account – even though the pol was term-limited and didn’t run for any other office.



A brief digression on davenports breaks up the flow of a long story well told about ML’s upcoming investigation.



THE GREAT DEBATE: ML answers Marc’s question about whether stakeouts are fun before Shawn dials in to debate Uruguay’s warning to its citizens that the United States may be too dangerous to visit – naming Detroit as one of the three particularly hairy places. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: An Ohio lawmaker – whose district is not far from the site of the mass shooting in Dayton – responds to the massacre with a troubling social media post.



ROOM 7609: Bauhaus begat Tones on Tail begat Love and Rockets. ML discusses how the first Goth band spun off the trio that helped establish Alternative music while Marc cues up one of their best tunes – which features a surprising woodwind solo.



MAIL BAG: ML reads letters from listeners – including a blast from a Room 7609 listener,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=453Thu, 08 Aug 2019 12:58:27 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) try to fill the void left in Red Shovel Networks Studio A by Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor), who joins them via telemaphone for the Great... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) try to fill the void left in Red Shovel Networks Studio A by Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor), who joins them via telemaphone for the Great Debate.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc asks ML what his over/under is for the Detroit Lions. ML responds: “I’d be lyin’ if I said I cared.” He did, however, place wagers on the o/u for the Spartans and the semi-annual Paul Bunyan reclamation game.



ML discusses some of the issues he struggled with before deciding to dive into the background of Lawrence James Davis, 24, who was charged with beating Tyler Wingate, 24, to death last month at a gas station in Detroit. See the story here.



ML and Marc wonder whether the system failed Davis, essentially allowing him to continue on a course that would end in tragedy.



Marc asks ML to talk about his conversation with Davis’ relatives, who refused to speak about Davis. They declined to comment, but referred ML to a higher power. To find out who, you’ll have to listen.



The conversation turns to ML’s encounter with a politician who said he would meet with ML, then said he wouldn’t be available for weeks because he would be out of town. The pol says ML has a reputation, but seems to have forgotten the most important part of that reputation – that he always gets his man.



Gratuitous Kwame Kilpatrick mention at the 22:00 mark.



Marc asks about stakeouts and ML walks him through some of the challenges investigative teams face in general – and specifically for his upcoming report.



ML reveals how he relied on a “secret agent” to help catch up with the reluctant pol he wanted to quiz.



ML’s questions involve some spending from the pol’s re-election account – even though the pol was term-limited and didn’t run for any other office.



A brief digression on davenports breaks up the flow of a long story well told about ML’s upcoming investigation.



THE GREAT DEBATE: ML answers Marc’s question about whether stakeouts are fun before Shawn dials in to debate Uruguay’s warning to its citizens that the United States may be too dangerous to visit – naming Detroit as one of the three particularly hairy places. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: An Ohio lawmaker – whose district is not far from the site of the mass shooting in Dayton – responds to the massacre with a troubling social media post.



ROOM 7609: Bauhaus begat Tones on Tail begat Love and Rockets. ML discusses how the first Goth band spun off the trio that helped establish Alternative music while Marc cues up one of their best tunes – which features a surprising woodwind solo.



MAIL BAG: ML reads letters from listeners – including a blast from a Room 7609 listener,

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3506truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fight-the-power-company-august-1-2019--52617415 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) appear live in the Red Shovel Network as the best power trio since They Might Be Giants and their metronome. Brandon Knight of Distributed Power pops in to talk solar power.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn rushes to RSN HQ after penning his thoughts for the Detroit Free Press on the Tigers’ big trades, but the Tigers suck and this isn’t a sports podcast, so we don’t waste any time on this latest pathetic move by the hometown 9. 



DTE won a rate increase in May that will jack up most folks electric bill by nearly 9%. So what do they do next? Request ANOTHER 9%increase! ML breaks it down.



ML and Brandon discuss why ML switched to solar power, the benefits of going solar – and how DTE just made a move that hurts homeowners who generate their own solar power.  



Marc asks whether it’s possible to cut all ties to the power company. Brandon says yes … sort of.



ML explains how Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is trying to make it easier for people with power outages to get money back from the electric companies.



THE GREAT DEBATE: A second ESPN personality wades into the political fray. The boys spar over what he said, why he may have said it — and whether sportscasters should add political commentary to their repertoire.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s (dis)honoree is a well-known cartoonist who tried to cash in on the mass shooting at the Gilroy Garlic Festival.



ROOM 7609: Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music is one of the smoothest cats around. And “Limbo” is one of his coolest tunes. But he wasn’t smooth enough or cool enough to keep his model girlfriend from getting lured away by ANOTHER smooth operator. Find out who the other players in the love triangle are — and what other super groovy tune Ferry wrote after his ex- published a memoir. 



* Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners.* Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick” * Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* Become a show sponsor by donating.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=432Fri, 02 Aug 2019 01:29:07 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) appear live in the Red Shovel Network as the best power trio since They Might Be Giants and their metronome.... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) appear live in the Red Shovel Network as the best power trio since They Might Be Giants and their metronome. Brandon Knight of Distributed Power pops in to talk solar power.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn rushes to RSN HQ after penning his thoughts for the Detroit Free Press on the Tigers’ big trades, but the Tigers suck and this isn’t a sports podcast, so we don’t waste any time on this latest pathetic move by the hometown 9. 



DTE won a rate increase in May that will jack up most folks electric bill by nearly 9%. So what do they do next? Request ANOTHER 9%increase! ML breaks it down.



ML and Brandon discuss why ML switched to solar power, the benefits of going solar – and how DTE just made a move that hurts homeowners who generate their own solar power.  



Marc asks whether it’s possible to cut all ties to the power company. Brandon says yes … sort of.



ML explains how Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is trying to make it easier for people with power outages to get money back from the electric companies.



THE GREAT DEBATE: A second ESPN personality wades into the political fray. The boys spar over what he said, why he may have said it — and whether sportscasters should add political commentary to their repertoire.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: This week’s (dis)honoree is a well-known cartoonist who tried to cash in on the mass shooting at the Gilroy Garlic Festival.



ROOM 7609: Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music is one of the smoothest cats around. And “Limbo” is one of his coolest tunes. But he wasn’t smooth enough or cool enough to keep his model girlfriend from getting lured away by ANOTHER smooth operator. Find out who the other players in the love triangle are — and what other super groovy tune Ferry wrote after his ex- published a memoir. 



* Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners.* Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick” * Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* Become a show sponsor by donating.* REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3447truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wolchek-s-killer-story-michigan-murders-july-25-2019--52617421 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) reunite with Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@robwolchek) in the Red Shovel Network nerve center, while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in for the Great Debate.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: It was 50 years ago today that Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play … WRONG! This is the 50th anniversary of the Michigan Murders, which Rob examines in a landmark three-part series for Fox 2. 



Part One: http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/michigan-murders-50-years-ago-terror-reigned-in-ypsilanti



Part Two: http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/michigan-murders-50-years-ago-terror-in-ypsilanti-ends



Part Three: http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/close-calls-and-haunting-roads-life-after-a-suspected-serial-killer-is-arrested



Rob talks about how he decided to embark on the three-part series looking back on these heinous crimes. ML was a mere tot – and Marc wasn’t even born yet – when the murders happened. Somehow, Marc became fascinated with the case as a young man. Somehow, he resists geeking out too much with Rob … but still gets a few questions in.



ML asks Rob whether he spoke with the killer — and whether he’d relish the opportunity for a Hall of Shame-style confrontation.



Listen and learn about the artifacts Rob obtained in the process of reporting on the Michigan Murders — and the steps he took to keep from being infected by evil objects.



After 50 years, you might think people involved with the case would want to forget it — or might just be sick of talking about it. Not so, Rob says, revealing how some key players made special efforts to help him tell this story.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The U.S. Women’s World Cup soccer team won gold, but complain that they are still being paid in copper. ML, Shawn and Marc debate whether they deserve not just a raise, but more money than the moribund men’s team. In the process, a surprising alliance emerges.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Stephen Gore handled cadavers, but not particularly well. In addition to a cooler full of penises, investigators found a small human head grafted onto a larger torso in a “Frankenstein” manner. And those were just a few of the horrors in Gore’s little shop.



ROOM 7609: First ML’s solar power system went down. Then DTE left him in the dark for 48 hours. So it seems only natural that he would turn to the British Electric Foundation — better known as Heav...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=422Thu, 25 Jul 2019 10:25:10 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) reunite with Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (https://twitter.com/robwolchek) in the Red Shovel Network nerve center, while Shawn Windsor... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) reunite with Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@robwolchek) in the Red Shovel Network nerve center, while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in for the Great Debate.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: It was 50 years ago today that Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play … WRONG! This is the 50th anniversary of the Michigan Murders, which Rob examines in a landmark three-part series for Fox 2. 



Part One: http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/michigan-murders-50-years-ago-terror-reigned-in-ypsilanti



Part Two: http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/michigan-murders-50-years-ago-terror-in-ypsilanti-ends



Part Three: http://www.fox2detroit.com/news/local-news/close-calls-and-haunting-roads-life-after-a-suspected-serial-killer-is-arrested



Rob talks about how he decided to embark on the three-part series looking back on these heinous crimes. ML was a mere tot – and Marc wasn’t even born yet – when the murders happened. Somehow, Marc became fascinated with the case as a young man. Somehow, he resists geeking out too much with Rob … but still gets a few questions in.



ML asks Rob whether he spoke with the killer — and whether he’d relish the opportunity for a Hall of Shame-style confrontation.



Listen and learn about the artifacts Rob obtained in the process of reporting on the Michigan Murders — and the steps he took to keep from being infected by evil objects.



After 50 years, you might think people involved with the case would want to forget it — or might just be sick of talking about it. Not so, Rob says, revealing how some key players made special efforts to help him tell this story.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The U.S. Women’s World Cup soccer team won gold, but complain that they are still being paid in copper. ML, Shawn and Marc debate whether they deserve not just a raise, but more money than the moribund men’s team. In the process, a surprising alliance emerges.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Stephen Gore handled cadavers, but not particularly well. In addition to a cooler full of penises, investigators found a small human head grafted onto a larger torso in a “Frankenstein” manner. And those were just a few of the horrors in Gore’s little shop.



ROOM 7609: First ML’s solar power system went down. Then DTE left him in the dark for 48 hours. So it seems only natural that he would turn to the British Electric Foundation — better known as Heav...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3595truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cadavers-don-t-make-good-testimony-july-17-2019--52617426 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) welcome Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) back to Red Shovel HQ before he dashes off to Chicago for Big 10 football media days.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wonders how much thought a defendant puts into his lunch choice before returning to court to await a jury verdict — and possible trip directly to the other Big House.



Shawn reflects on the solemnity of the moment where a defendant learns his fate and ML recalls a particularly high-profile case in which the high-ranking public official he had just predicted would be set free was instead rung up — and how that same official almost rung him up years later.



The boys transition from the sublime to the ridiculous, starting with a cryptic marquee message ML saw, which conjures up the hilarious message Shawn saw on a police precinct marquee on his first trip on these mean streets.



Somehow all this cogitating brings us to ML’s first live shot for Local 4 way back in 2006, wherein a horrific story about the evil that men do also conveyed the importance of a street moniker. 



Marc and Shawn muse on how the shape of the Earth and skepticism about the Moon landing seem to be gaining, while ML observes that many of the mean posts on his social media are all the evidence he needs to know that the Flat Earth Society is alive and well.



A quick recap of the East English Village neighborhood soccer team’s drubbing at the hands of Ducktown leads to a look at DCFC’s upcoming playoff weekend. Good tickets are still available! www.detroitcityfc.com



The other ML — Monica Lewinsky — makes headlines with some hilarious tweets. ML confesses to an attraction to the other ML, garnering a “she's all yours” from Marc.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Is there anything wrong with an heiress with a famous name attacking the company that made her rich and shares her same name for paying its CEO exponentially more than its workers? ML and Shawn smell a rat, while Marc says she may be turning a molehill into a Magic Mountain.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Guests at ML’s annual backyard beer party went through more than 573 bottles and cans. Which is as it should be. But some guests’ attempts to drain a couple bottles in particular still has the host fuming. Listen and find out why!



ROOM 7609: In a tribute to Drew Wave, who loves NuWave almost as much as he loves the Beatles, ML and Marc cue up Siouxsie and the Banshees for their cover of “Dear Prudence.”




Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=406Thu, 18 Jul 2019 13:40:53 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) welcome Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) back to Red Shovel HQ before he dashes off to Chicago for Big 10 football media days. THE STRAIGHT... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) welcome Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) back to Red Shovel HQ before he dashes off to Chicago for Big 10 football media days.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML wonders how much thought a defendant puts into his lunch choice before returning to court to await a jury verdict — and possible trip directly to the other Big House.



Shawn reflects on the solemnity of the moment where a defendant learns his fate and ML recalls a particularly high-profile case in which the high-ranking public official he had just predicted would be set free was instead rung up — and how that same official almost rung him up years later.



The boys transition from the sublime to the ridiculous, starting with a cryptic marquee message ML saw, which conjures up the hilarious message Shawn saw on a police precinct marquee on his first trip on these mean streets.



Somehow all this cogitating brings us to ML’s first live shot for Local 4 way back in 2006, wherein a horrific story about the evil that men do also conveyed the importance of a street moniker. 



Marc and Shawn muse on how the shape of the Earth and skepticism about the Moon landing seem to be gaining, while ML observes that many of the mean posts on his social media are all the evidence he needs to know that the Flat Earth Society is alive and well.



A quick recap of the East English Village neighborhood soccer team’s drubbing at the hands of Ducktown leads to a look at DCFC’s upcoming playoff weekend. Good tickets are still available! www.detroitcityfc.com



The other ML — Monica Lewinsky — makes headlines with some hilarious tweets. ML confesses to an attraction to the other ML, garnering a “she's all yours” from Marc.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Is there anything wrong with an heiress with a famous name attacking the company that made her rich and shares her same name for paying its CEO exponentially more than its workers? ML and Shawn smell a rat, while Marc says she may be turning a molehill into a Magic Mountain.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Guests at ML’s annual backyard beer party went through more than 573 bottles and cans. Which is as it should be. But some guests’ attempts to drain a couple bottles in particular still has the host fuming. Listen and find out why!



ROOM 7609: In a tribute to Drew Wave, who loves NuWave almost as much as he loves the Beatles, ML and Marc cue up Siouxsie and the Banshees for their cover of “Dear Prudence.”




Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3480truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clash-of-kilpatrick-titans-macomb-july-11-2019--52617419 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) make podcast magic in Drew’s basement while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in from his probation officer’s favorite bar.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML makes a lame secret agent number joke and shamelessly encourages listeners to check out the all-James Bond and all-beer episodes they may have forsaken while takin’ their vacations.



A lethargic ML explains why he has been getting up early to cover a trial in Port Huron: 



Exhibit A: Ex-businessmen and former public officials appeared in court for Macomb …FOXBig players made appearances in court for a Macomb corruption trial that got underway Tuesday. While many figure…



Exhibit B: Macomb County officials named in court for allegedly taking Faisal Khan …FOXNew details emerged today about favors a businessman on trial for bribery allegedly did for elected officials in…



Several fascinating revelations emerged during the bribery trial of an obscure civil engineer, including who they feds have been after for more than 5 years, the names of a slew of public officials who have not been charged but who the feds say took bribes, and the reunion of the defense and prosecution teams who battled over Kwame Kilpatrick’s fate six years ago.



ML discloses an unmanly fondness for defense attorney James Thomas — and Marc asks if the defendant in this current case may have hired Thomas because he once represented Kwame Kilpatrick.



Defense attorneys hate prosecutors and investigators, and vice-versa, right? ML provides some insights into the surprisingly collegial relationship between all parties in this case.



In the Kilpatrick case, defense attorneys representing public officials complained that the feds didn’t prosecute the businesspeople who bribed the officials. Listen and hear how those same attorneys feel now that the feds are going after the businesspeople who hired those lawyers this time around.



Marc asks how the Macomb County public corruption investigation differs from the investigation into Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith (who has not been charged with any wrongdoing). ML does his best to answer.



Why should you care about who the public works commissioner is? ML explains…



Ever wonder how the feds build a case? Listen and learn, my friends, listen and learn.



THE GREAT DEBATE: One of Detroit’s daily newspapers says the Michigan Wolverines have the toughest schedule of all Big 10 football teams. ML points out why that’s obviously wrong. Find out who he thinks has the toughest road to the Big 10 Championship. And listen to some flawed reasoning from Marc and Shawn.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: He was one of the most highly-regarded Spartans of recent years. Now he’s a defendant. Listen and learn about the honoree whose name rhymes with “geek.”



ROOM 7609: Marc once posited “are they any good AMERICAN NuWave bands?” ML responds with a fairly successful, but seemingly forgotten group from New Jersey — The Smithereens.



Marc and ML wrap up with a stop in the ML SOD mailroom to rea...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=389Thu, 11 Jul 2019 17:19:23 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) make podcast magic in Drew’s basement while Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) dials in from his probation officer’s favorite bar. THE... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) make podcast magic in Drew’s basement while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in from his probation officer’s favorite bar.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: ML makes a lame secret agent number joke and shamelessly encourages listeners to check out the all-James Bond and all-beer episodes they may have forsaken while takin’ their vacations.



A lethargic ML explains why he has been getting up early to cover a trial in Port Huron: 



Exhibit A: Ex-businessmen and former public officials appeared in court for Macomb …FOXBig players made appearances in court for a Macomb corruption trial that got underway Tuesday. While many figure…



Exhibit B: Macomb County officials named in court for allegedly taking Faisal Khan …FOXNew details emerged today about favors a businessman on trial for bribery allegedly did for elected officials in…



Several fascinating revelations emerged during the bribery trial of an obscure civil engineer, including who they feds have been after for more than 5 years, the names of a slew of public officials who have not been charged but who the feds say took bribes, and the reunion of the defense and prosecution teams who battled over Kwame Kilpatrick’s fate six years ago.



ML discloses an unmanly fondness for defense attorney James Thomas — and Marc asks if the defendant in this current case may have hired Thomas because he once represented Kwame Kilpatrick.



Defense attorneys hate prosecutors and investigators, and vice-versa, right? ML provides some insights into the surprisingly collegial relationship between all parties in this case.



In the Kilpatrick case, defense attorneys representing public officials complained that the feds didn’t prosecute the businesspeople who bribed the officials. Listen and hear how those same attorneys feel now that the feds are going after the businesspeople who hired those lawyers this time around.



Marc asks how the Macomb County public corruption investigation differs from the investigation into Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith (who has not been charged with any wrongdoing). ML does his best to answer.



Why should you care about who the public works commissioner is? ML explains…



Ever wonder how the feds build a case? Listen and learn, my friends, listen and learn.



THE GREAT DEBATE: One of Detroit’s daily newspapers says the Michigan Wolverines have the toughest schedule of all Big 10 football teams. ML points out why that’s obviously wrong. Find out who he thinks has the toughest road to the Big 10 Championship. And listen to some flawed reasoning from Marc and Shawn.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: He was one of the most highly-regarded Spartans of recent years. Now he’s a defendant. Listen and learn about the honoree whose name rhymes with “geek.”



ROOM 7609: Marc once posited “are they any good AMERICAN NuWave bands?” ML...]]>3497truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bond-james-bond-james-bond-show-july-4-2019--52617435 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Windsor, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) come together In Drew Majesty’s Public Service to discuss all things James Bond, aka 007.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Did you know the first James Bond was American? Did you know the first Bond girl married the son of a Detroit icon?  Listen and learn, my friends, listen and learn!



O.G.s ML and Shawn lead a discussion of which Bond movie is the best. Marc chimes in from the kid’s table as the boys work through the 24 official Bond movies — and two renegade films — in a bracket-style tournament. ML sets the seeds and awards the byes in the Connery, Moore, Brosnan and Craig regions.  



Before Daniel Craig made his Bond debut in “Casino Royale,” Peter Sellers, David Niven and, yes, Woody Allen played 007. ML explains.



“Thunderball” and “Never Say Never Again” square off in the Connery region, where more than an obvious hair piece will decide which film advances.



Shawn questions whether ML — much like chess grandmaster Kronsteen in “From Russia With Love”— has rigged the game by ensuring that only one Craig movie makes the Final Four.  



The boys discuss what role the first Bond you saw plays in determining which actor you prefer. ML is a Connery guy but, as usual, Shawn is hard to pin down. Marc likes Moore, but may like Craig more.



Shawn waxes poetic on the camera’s love affair with Craig. ML concedes that, as Vesper Lynd noted, he has a great ass. (Craig, not Windsor!)



Each actor puts his own stamp on Bond. The boys discuss some of the characteristics that makes each incarnation of Bond distinctive.



The discussion turns to how Bond holds up over the years. There is also lots of great Bond trivia, such as how one of the most iconic Bond lines of all times hasn’t always been what you thought it was.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are any number of Bond villains who could qualify, but the villain who became an ally takes the honors.



ROOM 7609: Many great NuWave bands — Blondie, Pet Shop Boys — created Bond theme songs that got passed over. Duran Duran and A-ha were among the NuWave acts that made the cut, so ML pulls an A-ha deep track to entertain guests in Room 7609. 



* Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners.* Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick” * Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* Become a show sponsor by donating at Pay WATCHMEN INK LLC using PayPal.Me * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription! Open your heart, open  your wallet at 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=376Thu, 04 Jul 2019 15:08:40 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Windsor, Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) come together In Drew Majesty’s Public Service to discuss all things James Bond, aka 007. THE... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Windsor, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) come together In Drew Majesty’s Public Service to discuss all things James Bond, aka 007.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Did you know the first James Bond was American? Did you know the first Bond girl married the son of a Detroit icon?  Listen and learn, my friends, listen and learn!



O.G.s ML and Shawn lead a discussion of which Bond movie is the best. Marc chimes in from the kid’s table as the boys work through the 24 official Bond movies — and two renegade films — in a bracket-style tournament. ML sets the seeds and awards the byes in the Connery, Moore, Brosnan and Craig regions.  



Before Daniel Craig made his Bond debut in “Casino Royale,” Peter Sellers, David Niven and, yes, Woody Allen played 007. ML explains.



“Thunderball” and “Never Say Never Again” square off in the Connery region, where more than an obvious hair piece will decide which film advances.



Shawn questions whether ML — much like chess grandmaster Kronsteen in “From Russia With Love”— has rigged the game by ensuring that only one Craig movie makes the Final Four.  



The boys discuss what role the first Bond you saw plays in determining which actor you prefer. ML is a Connery guy but, as usual, Shawn is hard to pin down. Marc likes Moore, but may like Craig more.



Shawn waxes poetic on the camera’s love affair with Craig. ML concedes that, as Vesper Lynd noted, he has a great ass. (Craig, not Windsor!)



Each actor puts his own stamp on Bond. The boys discuss some of the characteristics that makes each incarnation of Bond distinctive.



The discussion turns to how Bond holds up over the years. There is also lots of great Bond trivia, such as how one of the most iconic Bond lines of all times hasn’t always been what you thought it was.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: There are any number of Bond villains who could qualify, but the villain who became an ally takes the honors.



ROOM 7609: Many great NuWave bands — Blondie, Pet Shop Boys — created Bond theme songs that got passed over. Duran Duran and A-ha were among the NuWave acts that made the cut, so ML pulls an A-ha deep track to entertain guests in Room 7609. 



* Please be sure to let our sponsors know you heard them on the podcast! We can’t go on without continued sponsor support, and they really do keep track of referrals from loyal listeners.* Get podcast news on Twitter @elrick or on Facebook at “ML Elrick” * Find out more about the podcast at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, where you’ll find previous episodes and so much more!* Become a show sponsor by donating at Pay WATCHMEN INK LLC using PayPal.Me * REPRESENT! Show your Soul of Detroit pride with great merchandise, ranging from our super groovy t-shirts, stickers and signed copies of “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.” Each copy includes a smart aleck inscription! Open your heart, open  your wallet at 

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3481truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beer-show-june-27-2019--52617445 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are joined by Detroit Free Press beer writer, none other than Spirits of Detroit columnist Bob Allen (@RAllenMI) – hey, wait, I just got the joke! – who brought some brew, causing ML SOD quality control to go straight to hell!!!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: While the beers flow, Shawn wonders whether the Rocket Mortgage golf event in Detroit will boost the city’s spirit and image. ML wonders whether the fancy boys in the funny clothes will wander over to nearby Chaldean Town for some wings.



Before the boys drink all Bob's beer, they ask him: What have you seen in your time in our Fair City? Listen for his answer, and read what he wrote.



From one beer lover to another, Bob and ML debate the provenance of ML’s beloved Stroh’s. When ML refers to it as “Detroit River Water,” Bob replies: “I believe that's made in Toledo now.”



Marc asks Bob whether he feels there's too many beers and micro brews. You’ll have to listen in for Bob’s answer.



ML sips some imperial stout while Marc asks Bob “What's one of the most unusual things you've seen someone put in beer?” Bob offers several examples, including a beer brewed with a frigging pig’s head in it!



While the rest of the world adheres to some pretty strict brewing rules, Bob says the U.S. is the leader in imagination and innovation.



ML asks Bob for what he considers his “very Detroit beer experience,” only to find out that Bob says he and ML had it last Friday when they went out to celebrate Bob’s last week at the Free Press. Download to find out where they went.



ML is railing against beer snobs, when Bob stops him in his tracks by pointing out that “a lot of these brewers that I’ve gotten to meet in the last several years of doing this are just regular sort of people who started doing this in their garage.’



Bob reveals the downside of being a beer critic.



Bob reveals his favorite beer, where to get a cool flight of beers and a one-stop shop for most of Michigan’s best microbrews.



Before he leaves the Red Shovel Network HQ – and Michigan for Colorado – Bob opines on the future of craft beer.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The Brewsome Foursome hop on the topic  of Mega-brewers vs. the little guy. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: First there was “record store guy.” Soon after, he was joined by “comic book store guy.” Both have been supplanted by a new type of know-it-all snob – who we’ve named  Geek of the Week.



ROOM 7609: One week after Marc wondered whether there were any good American NuWave bands, ML presents Rhythm Corps – who are from Detroit...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=357Thu, 27 Jun 2019 10:22:35 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) are joined by Detroit Free Press beer writer, none other than Spirits of Detroit columnist Bob Allen... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are joined by Detroit Free Press beer writer, none other than Spirits of Detroit columnist Bob Allen (@RAllenMI) – hey, wait, I just got the joke! – who brought some brew, causing ML SOD quality control to go straight to hell!!!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: While the beers flow, Shawn wonders whether the Rocket Mortgage golf event in Detroit will boost the city’s spirit and image. ML wonders whether the fancy boys in the funny clothes will wander over to nearby Chaldean Town for some wings.



Before the boys drink all Bob's beer, they ask him: What have you seen in your time in our Fair City? Listen for his answer, and read what he wrote.



From one beer lover to another, Bob and ML debate the provenance of ML’s beloved Stroh’s. When ML refers to it as “Detroit River Water,” Bob replies: “I believe that's made in Toledo now.”



Marc asks Bob whether he feels there's too many beers and micro brews. You’ll have to listen in for Bob’s answer.



ML sips some imperial stout while Marc asks Bob “What's one of the most unusual things you've seen someone put in beer?” Bob offers several examples, including a beer brewed with a frigging pig’s head in it!



While the rest of the world adheres to some pretty strict brewing rules, Bob says the U.S. is the leader in imagination and innovation.



ML asks Bob for what he considers his “very Detroit beer experience,” only to find out that Bob says he and ML had it last Friday when they went out to celebrate Bob’s last week at the Free Press. Download to find out where they went.



ML is railing against beer snobs, when Bob stops him in his tracks by pointing out that “a lot of these brewers that I’ve gotten to meet in the last several years of doing this are just regular sort of people who started doing this in their garage.’



Bob reveals the downside of being a beer critic.



Bob reveals his favorite beer, where to get a cool flight of beers and a one-stop shop for most of Michigan’s best microbrews.



Before he leaves the Red Shovel Network HQ – and Michigan for Colorado – Bob opines on the future of craft beer.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The Brewsome Foursome hop on the topic  of Mega-brewers vs. the little guy. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: First there was “record store guy.” Soon after, he was joined by “comic book store guy.” Both have been supplanted by a new type of know-it-all snob – who we’ve named  Geek of the Week.



ROOM 7609: One week after Marc wondered whether there were any good American NuWave bands, ML presents Rhythm Corps – who are from Detroit...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3407truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/greeks-geeks-hidden-messages-revealed-june-20-2019--52617472 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) convene in the Red Shovel Network fallout shelter to tick away the moments that make up a dull day, frittering and wasting the hour in an offhand way, kicking around on a piece of ground in Drew’s home town, waiting for someone or something to show them the way.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: In a move sure to disappoint listeners ML, Marc and Shawn are counting on you to listen to the entire podcast. ML discloses right at the top that his old Detroit Free Press partner Jim Schaefer was GOING to be on this episode, but will be pushed back a week because ML got called in to work the night shift.



ML reveals the reason for his schedule change: An unprovoked dog attack on his colleague Jessica Dupnak. This terrible turn leads to a discussion of how reporters often encounter dangerous situations — sometimes putting their lives on the line — but sometimes find that “feel-good” stories can leave you not feeling so good. (Get well soon, J-Dup!)



Just in time for Christmas In July, ML reveals that signed copies of his book, “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick” are now available at the Drew and Mike merchandise website. ML Soul of Detroit T-shirts are coming soon!



After a rare kind word for social media — specifically for reminding ML about his brushes with the various members of Pink Floyd — ML reminisces about the time his daughter missed out on a chance to perform with Roger Waters, got a second chance, took it, but still didn’t grasp HOW FREAKING COOL IT WAS THAT SHE GOT TO PEFORM WITH ROGER FRIGGING WATERS!!!



ML then discloses how his lack of technical prowess foiled his attempt to record the performance. In a second epic failure, on the ride home from Joe Louis Arena, he tried to explain “The Wall” to middle schoolers — providing yet another example of an old man wasting his precious breath on kids who would rather be on Instagram.



As ML launches into a story about the time he was backstage and photographed Pink Floyd during its show at the Palace of Auburn Hills for his college paper, Shawn — whose hometown practically invented dropping acid — unleashes a surprising hatred for The Floyd. (And takes a shot at innocent bystanders Rush in the process!)



Marc, in the midst of a discussion of ML’s incendiary college newspaper column about the Greek system, prompts ML to once again trot out his lame Dennis Miller impression.



On a roll, Shawn proceeds to violate ML’s safe zone — all over a misunderstanding about whether it was necessary to eat some dog treats on the air as part of a fictitious sponsor deal. 



Facing tremendous headwinds blowing from South Detroit (aka Windsor, as in “Windsor, Shawn Windsor”), ML proceeds to read more of his column taking the piss out of fraternities.



ML reveals how his writings — including a column c...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=340Thu, 20 Jun 2019 17:18:15 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) convene in the Red Shovel Network fallout shelter to tick away the moments that make up a dull day, frittering... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) convene in the Red Shovel Network fallout shelter to tick away the moments that make up a dull day, frittering and wasting the hour in an offhand way, kicking around on a piece of ground in Drew’s home town, waiting for someone or something to show them the way.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: In a move sure to disappoint listeners ML, Marc and Shawn are counting on you to listen to the entire podcast. ML discloses right at the top that his old Detroit Free Press partner Jim Schaefer was GOING to be on this episode, but will be pushed back a week because ML got called in to work the night shift.



ML reveals the reason for his schedule change: An unprovoked dog attack on his colleague Jessica Dupnak. This terrible turn leads to a discussion of how reporters often encounter dangerous situations — sometimes putting their lives on the line — but sometimes find that “feel-good” stories can leave you not feeling so good. (Get well soon, J-Dup!)



Just in time for Christmas In July, ML reveals that signed copies of his book, “The Kwame Sutra: Musings on Lust, Life and Leadership from Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick” are now available at the Drew and Mike merchandise website. ML Soul of Detroit T-shirts are coming soon!



After a rare kind word for social media — specifically for reminding ML about his brushes with the various members of Pink Floyd — ML reminisces about the time his daughter missed out on a chance to perform with Roger Waters, got a second chance, took it, but still didn’t grasp HOW FREAKING COOL IT WAS THAT SHE GOT TO PEFORM WITH ROGER FRIGGING WATERS!!!



ML then discloses how his lack of technical prowess foiled his attempt to record the performance. In a second epic failure, on the ride home from Joe Louis Arena, he tried to explain “The Wall” to middle schoolers — providing yet another example of an old man wasting his precious breath on kids who would rather be on Instagram.



As ML launches into a story about the time he was backstage and photographed Pink Floyd during its show at the Palace of Auburn Hills for his college paper, Shawn — whose hometown practically invented dropping acid — unleashes a surprising hatred for The Floyd. (And takes a shot at innocent bystanders Rush in the process!)



Marc, in the midst of a discussion of ML’s incendiary college newspaper column about the Greek system, prompts ML to once again trot out his lame Dennis Miller impression.



On a roll, Shawn proceeds to violate ML’s safe zone — all over a misunderstanding about whether it was necessary to eat some dog treats on the air as part of a fictitious sponsor deal. 



Facing tremendous headwinds blowing from South Detroit (aka Windsor, as in “Windsor, Shawn Windsor”), ML proceeds to read more of his column taking the piss out of fraternities.



ML reveals how his writings — including a column c...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3459truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fed-busts-kwame-again-june-14-2019--52617424 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) enjoy an extraordinary and unprecedented event, when Michael Bullotta, one of the federal prosecutors who helped send Kwame Kilpatrick to prison for 28 years, drops in at Red Shovel HQ. 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The University of Michigan Wolverines men’s baseball team is SO impressive, they’ve turned ML soft.



Why does Kwame Kilpatrick — a HUGE “Godfather” fan — make ML feel like Michael Corleone? Listen and learn.



Bullotta weighs in on Deadline Detroit’s big scoop – the disclosure that Kilpatrick wrote a butt-kissing letter to President Trump seeking a pardon. 



Deadline Detroit’s scoop is SO good, Bullotta acknowledges that he didn’t know about the letter until DD reported it. He says the feds were alerted, however, when Kilpatrick asked Obama to cut him a break a few years ago.



While ML reads Kilpatrick’s letter, Bullotta sets the record straight on the many lies in it — starting with Kilpatrick’s claim that President Obama was out to get him.



ML exhausts multiple highlighters marking parts of Kilpatrick’s letters where Hizzoner sucks up to Trump or lies, while Marc risks repetitive motion injury by pressing a button activating a buzzer which sounds every time Kilpatrick lies in his letter, and Shawn defends Hizzoner’s grammar and syntax.



Somehow ML veers off into a lecture about the surprising disposition of U.S. Supreme Court justices over the last 75 years, prompting Shawn to opine on the decisive role played by the current Chief Justice — proving, once again, that the Soul of Detroit podcast makes learning fun!



Bullotta identifies oodles of Kilpatrick lies, noting that his claims he dinnit do nuttin rong is not consistent with six months of testimony, approximately 100 witnesses and thousands of exhibits presented at the trial that determined that Hizzoner DID do PLENTY wrong.



Bullotta and ML explode the myth that Kilpatrick’s 28-year sentence is egregious, citing other public officials who have received comparable sentence...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=328Thu, 13 Jun 2019 15:45:23 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) enjoy an extraordinary and unprecedented event, when Michael Bullotta, one of the federal prosecutors who... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) enjoy an extraordinary and unprecedented event, when Michael Bullotta, one of the federal prosecutors who helped send Kwame Kilpatrick to prison for 28 years, drops in at Red Shovel HQ. 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The University of Michigan Wolverines men’s baseball team is SO impressive, they’ve turned ML soft.



Why does Kwame Kilpatrick — a HUGE “Godfather” fan — make ML feel like Michael Corleone? Listen and learn.



Bullotta weighs in on Deadline Detroit’s big scoop – the disclosure that Kilpatrick wrote a butt-kissing letter to President Trump seeking a pardon. 



Deadline Detroit’s scoop is SO good, Bullotta acknowledges that he didn’t know about the letter until DD reported it. He says the feds were alerted, however, when Kilpatrick asked Obama to cut him a break a few years ago.



While ML reads Kilpatrick’s letter, Bullotta sets the record straight on the many lies in it — starting with Kilpatrick’s claim that President Obama was out to get him.



ML exhausts multiple highlighters marking parts of Kilpatrick’s letters where Hizzoner sucks up to Trump or lies, while Marc risks repetitive motion injury by pressing a button activating a buzzer which sounds every time Kilpatrick lies in his letter, and Shawn defends Hizzoner’s grammar and syntax.



Somehow ML veers off into a lecture about the surprising disposition of U.S. Supreme Court justices over the last 75 years, prompting Shawn to opine on the decisive role played by the current Chief Justice — proving, once again, that the Soul of Detroit podcast makes learning fun!



Bullotta identifies oodles of Kilpatrick lies, noting that his claims he dinnit do nuttin rong is not consistent with six months of testimony, approximately 100 witnesses and thousands of exhibits presented at the trial that determined that Hizzoner DID do PLENTY wrong.



Bullotta and ML explode the myth that Kilpatrick’s 28-year sentence is egregious, citing other public officials who have received comparable sentence...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3600truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dcfc-risks-it-all-june-6-2019--52617450 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) welcome Detroit soccer impresario Sean Mann into the bowels of the Red Shovel Network (eew, that doesn’t sound very fun!).



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The boys muse over the post-stroke condition of Dan Gilbert, the man who owns more land in downtown Detroit than anyone else. 



It’s said Gilbert is the man who has everything … everything but a soccer team, that is. Sean sizes up Gilbert’s odds of bring a Major League Soccer team to Detroit any time soon.



ML muses over whether there has ever been a bigger bait-and-switch in Detroit than Gilbert’s offer to build a spectacular soccer and concert stadium on the site of the Epic Fail Jail site, if the county agreed to sell him the land.



ML shares his belief that two keys to survival in Detroit are not counting on city hall for anything and finding inspiring reasons to stay. Then he shares one of the developments that inspired him to stick around.



After disclosing that he (and 498 other Michiganders) are investors in DCFC’s Keyworth Stadium restoration, ML claims that Franklin Delano Roosevelt kicked an extra point there after the Works Project Administration-built stadium’s ribbon cutting in 1936.



Sean reflects on the evolution of soccer in Detroit, starting with the Detroit City Futbol League 10 years ago, to the launch of Detroit City FC 8 years ago, to the team going pro in August.



The boys muse on a range of DCFC-related topics, including the growth and popularity of the Northern Guard supporters and whether joining a pro league is a prudent move for the soccer team.



Shawn asks Sean if DCFC owes its popularity to being in the right place at the right time.



Somehow, someway talk turns to the fate the DCFC jorts cannon — and Sean discloses jorts can be purchased by the pound Up North.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn, Marc and ML debate whether Juwan Howard will be the University of Michigan men’s basketball program’s salvation — or ticket to mediocrity There is one subject the boys seem to agree on: Who NOT to welcome back to Crisler.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: When is lowering insurance rates not worthy of celebration? When 149 nitwits cut deals in the dark. Find out why so many are sharing GOW honors this week.



ROOM 7609: What do Pink Floyd and NuWave (some say BritPop) band Kula Shaker have in common? ML says psychedelia. But Marc — who had never heard them before — reveals there’s so much more to the story. 



This show is nothing without you,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=312Thu, 06 Jun 2019 15:27:13 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) welcome https://twitter.com/DetroitCityFC into the bowels of the Red Shovel Network (eew, that doesn’t sound... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) welcome Detroit soccer impresario Sean Mann into the bowels of the Red Shovel Network (eew, that doesn’t sound very fun!).



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The boys muse over the post-stroke condition of Dan Gilbert, the man who owns more land in downtown Detroit than anyone else. 



It’s said Gilbert is the man who has everything … everything but a soccer team, that is. Sean sizes up Gilbert’s odds of bring a Major League Soccer team to Detroit any time soon.



ML muses over whether there has ever been a bigger bait-and-switch in Detroit than Gilbert’s offer to build a spectacular soccer and concert stadium on the site of the Epic Fail Jail site, if the county agreed to sell him the land.



ML shares his belief that two keys to survival in Detroit are not counting on city hall for anything and finding inspiring reasons to stay. Then he shares one of the developments that inspired him to stick around.



After disclosing that he (and 498 other Michiganders) are investors in DCFC’s Keyworth Stadium restoration, ML claims that Franklin Delano Roosevelt kicked an extra point there after the Works Project Administration-built stadium’s ribbon cutting in 1936.



Sean reflects on the evolution of soccer in Detroit, starting with the Detroit City Futbol League 10 years ago, to the launch of Detroit City FC 8 years ago, to the team going pro in August.



The boys muse on a range of DCFC-related topics, including the growth and popularity of the Northern Guard supporters and whether joining a pro league is a prudent move for the soccer team.



Shawn asks Sean if DCFC owes its popularity to being in the right place at the right time.



Somehow, someway talk turns to the fate the DCFC jorts cannon — and Sean discloses jorts can be purchased by the pound Up North.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn, Marc and ML debate whether Juwan Howard will be the University of Michigan men’s basketball program’s salvation — or ticket to mediocrity There is one subject the boys seem to agree on: Who NOT to welcome back to Crisler.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: When is lowering insurance rates not worthy of celebration? When 149 nitwits cut deals in the dark. Find out why so many are sharing GOW honors this week.



ROOM 7609: What do Pink Floyd and NuWave (some say BritPop) band Kula Shaker have in common? ML says psychedelia. But Marc — who had never heard them before — reveals there’s so much more to the story. 



This show is nothing without you,

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3505truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wolchek-unleashed-uncensored-may-30-2019--52617471 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) welcome Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@RobWolchek) to Red Shovel Network HQ. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) gets the week off because he’s on deadline … and because Wolchek won’t shut his yapper!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Drew gets some love in The Detroit News, ‘I'm back in the climb': Drew Lane builds podcast mini-empire in basement, as superlative reporter and wordsmith Neal Rubin chronicles the rise of the Red Shovel Network — and reveals a little-known fact from Drew’s collegiate baseball days.



The Gang of Four comments on the latest baloney out of Facebook.



Fox 2 Hall of Shame superstar Rob Wolchek recalls some memorable confrontations — including one with a former star of “Survivor” who lived in a House of Skank.



Rob discusses some of his most controversial stories, including one featuring Fred Schnickelhoffer … or something like that.



The boys’ questions leave Rob speechless — or as close as he’ll ever get!



News flash: Rob says he’s willing to make some people mad with his stories, and discloses that he has feelings — just like a real boy!



Drew and Rob recall their brush with the now-defunct “Detroiters” TV show — causing Drew to writhe in agony as Rob discloses that while Drew didn’t make the cut, Rob was included on multiple episodes.



M.L. tries desperately to keep Rob on track as he pursues the story of Rob’s very first confrontation back in Fresno. (A reference to Luke Skywalker on his final bombing run in the first “Star War” movie is used to help move the story forward.)



M.L. reveals another of his epic fails at Local 4, then he and Rob swear that they have learned from their mistakes.



After M.L. and Rob profess their undying love and admiration for each other — ewww! — Rob reminisces on his days as a DJ back in Cali.



Who is Narvel Felts and who sang “60 dollar duck”? You’ll have to listen to learn the answers! 





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=288Thu, 30 May 2019 14:20:24 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Drew Lane (https://twitter.com/drewmikepodcast) welcome Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (https://twitter.com/RobWolchek) to Red Shovel Network HQ. Shawn Windsor... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) welcome Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@RobWolchek) to Red Shovel Network HQ. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) gets the week off because he’s on deadline … and because Wolchek won’t shut his yapper!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Drew gets some love in The Detroit News, ‘I'm back in the climb': Drew Lane builds podcast mini-empire in basement, as superlative reporter and wordsmith Neal Rubin chronicles the rise of the Red Shovel Network — and reveals a little-known fact from Drew’s collegiate baseball days.



The Gang of Four comments on the latest baloney out of Facebook.



Fox 2 Hall of Shame superstar Rob Wolchek recalls some memorable confrontations — including one with a former star of “Survivor” who lived in a House of Skank.



Rob discusses some of his most controversial stories, including one featuring Fred Schnickelhoffer … or something like that.



The boys’ questions leave Rob speechless — or as close as he’ll ever get!



News flash: Rob says he’s willing to make some people mad with his stories, and discloses that he has feelings — just like a real boy!



Drew and Rob recall their brush with the now-defunct “Detroiters” TV show — causing Drew to writhe in agony as Rob discloses that while Drew didn’t make the cut, Rob was included on multiple episodes.



M.L. tries desperately to keep Rob on track as he pursues the story of Rob’s very first confrontation back in Fresno. (A reference to Luke Skywalker on his final bombing run in the first “Star War” movie is used to help move the story forward.)



M.L. reveals another of his epic fails at Local 4, then he and Rob swear that they have learned from their mistakes.



After M.L. and Rob profess their undying love and admiration for each other — ewww! — Rob reminisces on his days as a DJ back in Cali.



Who is Narvel Felts and who sang “60 dollar duck”? You’ll have to listen to learn the answers! 





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3511truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ml-miscues-booze-may-22-2019--52617423 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in Zed’s basement (trying not to wake up the gimp), while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in from an undisclosed location on a surprisingly clear line.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If the start of this week’s show sounds like the middle of last week’s show, it’s only because M.L. renews his criticism of his once-favorite college basketball coach.



An assignment prevents Hall of Shame honcho Rob Wolchek from coming on to discuss some of his more memorable confrontations, so the boys catch up on the whereabouts of the master of the “unscheduled accountability session” — Steve Wilson, formerly of WXYZ-TV.



Call it a confrontation, a jump-out or a jackpot, there is an art to catching up with someone you want to ask some hard questions. M.L. and Marc discuss the finer points.



M.L. discusses what makes a good confrontation, who taught him what makes a good confrontation, the difference between a good confrontation and good journalism, and his singular approach to what he calls “encounters.”



Results of the Fox 2-Local 4 basketball game, with a detailed recap of M.L.’s bid for glory (spoiler alert: when the MVPs were named, M.L.’s name was somehow overlooked).



The tale of how a surprise discovery cost M.L. a round at the bar — but saved him $500 — prompts Marc and M.L. to compare notes on the car hygiene habits of the women in their lives.



A flashback to one of Marc’s fascinations — M.L.’s brief spell at Local 4 — involves a confrontation gone wrong on a story about a cop who freaked out after bogarting some weed he was supposed to use to train his K-9. (Highlight: a replay of the cop’s call to 911 in which he seeks a reality check by asking dispatch to confirm the score of the Red Wings’ game.)



THE GREAT DEBATE: Colleges are debating whether to serve alcohol at games, an issue that divides the boys. You might be surprised to hear who is totally against selling booze in the bleachers — as Shawn points out, it’s the only former beer vendor on the show!



GEEK OF THE WEEK:

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=257Thu, 23 May 2019 13:54:47 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in Zed’s basement (trying not to wake up the gimp), while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in from an undisclosed location on a surprisingly clear line. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If the start of... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in Zed’s basement (trying not to wake up the gimp), while Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in from an undisclosed location on a surprisingly clear line.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: If the start of this week’s show sounds like the middle of last week’s show, it’s only because M.L. renews his criticism of his once-favorite college basketball coach.



An assignment prevents Hall of Shame honcho Rob Wolchek from coming on to discuss some of his more memorable confrontations, so the boys catch up on the whereabouts of the master of the “unscheduled accountability session” — Steve Wilson, formerly of WXYZ-TV.



Call it a confrontation, a jump-out or a jackpot, there is an art to catching up with someone you want to ask some hard questions. M.L. and Marc discuss the finer points.



M.L. discusses what makes a good confrontation, who taught him what makes a good confrontation, the difference between a good confrontation and good journalism, and his singular approach to what he calls “encounters.”



Results of the Fox 2-Local 4 basketball game, with a detailed recap of M.L.’s bid for glory (spoiler alert: when the MVPs were named, M.L.’s name was somehow overlooked).



The tale of how a surprise discovery cost M.L. a round at the bar — but saved him $500 — prompts Marc and M.L. to compare notes on the car hygiene habits of the women in their lives.



A flashback to one of Marc’s fascinations — M.L.’s brief spell at Local 4 — involves a confrontation gone wrong on a story about a cop who freaked out after bogarting some weed he was supposed to use to train his K-9. (Highlight: a replay of the cop’s call to 911 in which he seeks a reality check by asking dispatch to confirm the score of the Red Wings’ game.)



THE GREAT DEBATE: Colleges are debating whether to serve alcohol at games, an issue that divides the boys. You might be surprised to hear who is totally against selling booze in the bleachers — as Shawn points out, it’s the only former beer vendor on the show!



GEEK OF THE WEEK:

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3507truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/berg-secrets-wolchek-may-15-2019--52617453 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are chillin’ like villains in the Red Shovel Network basement studios until Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@robwolchek) drops by and dominates the conversation — just like back at the station!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE:Shawn basks in praise for his Mother’s Day column in the Detroit Free Press, a superlative and sensitive essay.



M.L. is running on fumes after a late night presenting his latest investigation, about a Family Court judge responsible for getting kids out of abusive situations whose grandson says she put make-up on his bruises to help hide beatings. M.L. interviews both of them, and the judge denies covering up the abuse.



Marc asks M.L. who he believes, prompting M.L. to recite one of his mantras, that he is a reporter and therefore doesn’t have an opinion. But Marc does, which he shares with the world. Shawn speculates on the judge’s motives.



M.L. recites another of his mantras, that a reporter’s job is to ask questions, get answers, present his findings to the public, then let the people decide. Click on the link to watch his latest investigation before making up up your mind who is lying.



The conversation turns to the late, great Bob Berg, a confidante of some of Michigan’s most important people, ranging from Gov. William Milliken to Mayor Coleman Young to Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who died of cancer last week at age 76.



M.L. laments that he now will never get a chance to sit with Berg and ask him to share all of the great inside stories he couldn’t talk about when he was advising Michigan’s most powerful men. Then M.L. tells some of his own Berg stories, including how a meeting with Berg helped him decide not to become Kilpatrick’s first press secretary. Shawn reminds M.L. of at least one other person he turned to for wisdom: Shawn!



Next, M.L. recounts a heated conversation with Berg after Kilpatrick’s disastrous 2008 State of the City speech, in which Hizzoner dropped the N-bomb and claimed he received countless threats. Berg reveals the true nature of the “threats” — and how Kilpatrick’s rant was a departure from his carefully scripted speech.





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=244Thu, 16 May 2019 14:40:39 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are chillin’ like villains in the Red Shovel Network basement studios until Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@robwolchek) drops by and dominates the conversation — just like back... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are chillin’ like villains in the Red Shovel Network basement studios until Fox 2’s Rob Wolchek (@robwolchek) drops by and dominates the conversation — just like back at the station!



THE STRAIGHT DOPE:Shawn basks in praise for his Mother’s Day column in the Detroit Free Press, a superlative and sensitive essay.



M.L. is running on fumes after a late night presenting his latest investigation, about a Family Court judge responsible for getting kids out of abusive situations whose grandson says she put make-up on his bruises to help hide beatings. M.L. interviews both of them, and the judge denies covering up the abuse.



Marc asks M.L. who he believes, prompting M.L. to recite one of his mantras, that he is a reporter and therefore doesn’t have an opinion. But Marc does, which he shares with the world. Shawn speculates on the judge’s motives.



M.L. recites another of his mantras, that a reporter’s job is to ask questions, get answers, present his findings to the public, then let the people decide. Click on the link to watch his latest investigation before making up up your mind who is lying.



The conversation turns to the late, great Bob Berg, a confidante of some of Michigan’s most important people, ranging from Gov. William Milliken to Mayor Coleman Young to Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, who died of cancer last week at age 76.



M.L. laments that he now will never get a chance to sit with Berg and ask him to share all of the great inside stories he couldn’t talk about when he was advising Michigan’s most powerful men. Then M.L. tells some of his own Berg stories, including how a meeting with Berg helped him decide not to become Kilpatrick’s first press secretary. Shawn reminds M.L. of at least one other person he turned to for wisdom: Shawn!



Next, M.L. recounts a heated conversation with Berg after Kilpatrick’s disastrous 2008 State of the City speech, in which Hizzoner dropped the N-bomb and claimed he received countless threats. Berg reveals the true nature of the “threats” — and how Kilpatrick’s rant was a departure from his carefully scripted speech.





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3598truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crack-grass-hits-may-8-2019--52617440 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are spinnin’ platters in the Red Shovel Network basement studios like some kind of three-headed DJ putting on a vanilla version of “The Scene.”



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: M.L. cuts the grass on the median of East Outer Drive, conjuring memories of the days he used to cut the grass of his unruly neighbor, Crackadocious.



And what look back at Crackadocious would be complete without recapping the morning her house was fire-bombed? Spoiler alert: The lizard lived!



The conversation gets deep, as M.L. wonders if having to care for the property of derelict neighbors and unkempt public spaces could bring Detroiters together in a way that people in well-tended and efficiently run suburbs could never come together. 



Within moments, Marc and Shawn debunk that myth as they share their suburban bonding experiences.



In the end, the boys learn a valuable lesson: That we’re really not all that different. (Aw!!!)



In a bit of reverse-inspiration, anti-tribute to Hank Blalock, M.L., Shawn and Marc select “walk-up” songs for each other. 



But, as they say in those great old TV record club commercials, “Wait, there’s more!” as the boys explain — and in one or two cases, justify — their choices.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Once again, the oddsmakers are predicting great things for the Michigan Wolverine football team and not-so-great things for the Michigan State Spartan football team. Shawn, Marc and M.L. fail to reach a consensus. Again!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and everyone is entitled to their opinion, but one local man’s social media post on the first nearly fully-clad Sports Illustrated swimsuit model brought home GOW honors this week. In a nice change, this week’s geek provokes a high-minded conversation about Freedom of Speech and what kind of consequences someone should face for exercising their rights.



ROOM 7609: Hot damn! Smiths guitar genius Johnny Marr is coming to St. Andrew’s Hall, so we’re making an exception to our retro catalogue by choosing a fairly recent offering from this NuWave icon and featuring his super groovy tune “New Town Velocity.”



NEW THIS WEEK at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com : YOU can help sponsor the show! Just click on “DONATE” at the top of the page to make a donation via PayPal. There you’ll also find tons of great free content, such as previous episodes and so much more. Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or Google Podcasts or Stitcher. And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (unless you hate it)!!!



Please let us know if you would like to advertise, or know someone we should hit up.



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=234Thu, 09 May 2019 16:08:40 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are spinnin’ platters in the Red Shovel Network basement studios like some kind of three-headed DJ putting on a vanilla version of “The Scene.” THE STRAIGHT DOPE:... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are spinnin’ platters in the Red Shovel Network basement studios like some kind of three-headed DJ putting on a vanilla version of “The Scene.”



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: M.L. cuts the grass on the median of East Outer Drive, conjuring memories of the days he used to cut the grass of his unruly neighbor, Crackadocious.



And what look back at Crackadocious would be complete without recapping the morning her house was fire-bombed? Spoiler alert: The lizard lived!



The conversation gets deep, as M.L. wonders if having to care for the property of derelict neighbors and unkempt public spaces could bring Detroiters together in a way that people in well-tended and efficiently run suburbs could never come together. 



Within moments, Marc and Shawn debunk that myth as they share their suburban bonding experiences.



In the end, the boys learn a valuable lesson: That we’re really not all that different. (Aw!!!)



In a bit of reverse-inspiration, anti-tribute to Hank Blalock, M.L., Shawn and Marc select “walk-up” songs for each other. 



But, as they say in those great old TV record club commercials, “Wait, there’s more!” as the boys explain — and in one or two cases, justify — their choices.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Once again, the oddsmakers are predicting great things for the Michigan Wolverine football team and not-so-great things for the Michigan State Spartan football team. Shawn, Marc and M.L. fail to reach a consensus. Again!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and everyone is entitled to their opinion, but one local man’s social media post on the first nearly fully-clad Sports Illustrated swimsuit model brought home GOW honors this week. In a nice change, this week’s geek provokes a high-minded conversation about Freedom of Speech and what kind of consequences someone should face for exercising their rights.



ROOM 7609: Hot damn! Smiths guitar genius Johnny Marr is coming to St. Andrew’s Hall, so we’re making an exception to our retro catalogue by choosing a fairly recent offering from this NuWave icon and featuring his super groovy tune “New Town Velocity.”



NEW THIS WEEK at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com : YOU can help sponsor the show! Just click on “DONATE” at the top of the page to make a donation via PayPal. There you’ll also find tons of great free content, such as previous episodes and so much more. Subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or Google Podcasts or Stitcher. And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (unless you hate it)!!!



Please let us know if you would like to advertise, or know someone we should hit up.



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).


Become a supporter of this podcast: 3503truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gunshots-goo-got-may-1-2019--52617474 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) muster in the Red Shovel Network’s underground bunker.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn loves to razz M.L. for living so close to Grosse Pointe that Uncle Rico could throw a football into Lake St. Clair from M.L.’s East Side manor. Now, in addition to his insurance and property tax bills, M.L. has incontrovertible proof that he “is down”: His car got shot! Listen and learn how it happened.



A former Detroit Police Department civilian deputy chief who played games with whether or not she took bribes before, reluctantly, pleading guilty to taking bribes now says she’s innocent. M.L. recounts her sordid story and concludes by sharing some sage advice from Baretta. Along the way, M.L. conjures up some old video of her lawyer tap dancing outside federal court: M.L. Elrick Holiday Special



It’s tough to talk about Baretta without thinking of the show’s killer theme song, performed by the late, great Sammy Davis Jr. And anytime M.L. thinks about Sammy, he’s reminded of a number of hilarious stories involving his former city hall colleague Erik Lords. And anytime M.L. thinks about crazy stories in city hall, you can bet there’s a Kwame Kilpatrick memory or two that bubbles up … some even include strippers!



Erik Lords was not just the consummate ladies man, he was a fan of motivational speaking. And his familiarity with the pioneer of motivational speaking held the key to debunking one of Kilpatrick’s most popular campaign stump speeches.



The conversation takes a serious turn as the boys struggle to come up with what to do about the rash of shootings at schools and places of worship that show no sign of abating.



That discussion leads Marc to ask M.L. and Shawn whether the media should report on the identity of the killers and how the need-to-know weighs against discouraging copycats.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The national championship-winning University of Virginia men’s basketball team announced it had a scheduling conflict and would not visit the White House – even though they hadn’t official been invited yet.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=208Thu, 02 May 2019 14:53:19 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) muster in the Red Shovel Network’s underground bunker. THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn loves to razz M.L. for... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) muster in the Red Shovel Network’s underground bunker.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Shawn loves to razz M.L. for living so close to Grosse Pointe that Uncle Rico could throw a football into Lake St. Clair from M.L.’s East Side manor. Now, in addition to his insurance and property tax bills, M.L. has incontrovertible proof that he “is down”: His car got shot! Listen and learn how it happened.



A former Detroit Police Department civilian deputy chief who played games with whether or not she took bribes before, reluctantly, pleading guilty to taking bribes now says she’s innocent. M.L. recounts her sordid story and concludes by sharing some sage advice from Baretta. Along the way, M.L. conjures up some old video of her lawyer tap dancing outside federal court: M.L. Elrick Holiday Special



It’s tough to talk about Baretta without thinking of the show’s killer theme song, performed by the late, great Sammy Davis Jr. And anytime M.L. thinks about Sammy, he’s reminded of a number of hilarious stories involving his former city hall colleague Erik Lords. And anytime M.L. thinks about crazy stories in city hall, you can bet there’s a Kwame Kilpatrick memory or two that bubbles up … some even include strippers!



Erik Lords was not just the consummate ladies man, he was a fan of motivational speaking. And his familiarity with the pioneer of motivational speaking held the key to debunking one of Kilpatrick’s most popular campaign stump speeches.



The conversation takes a serious turn as the boys struggle to come up with what to do about the rash of shootings at schools and places of worship that show no sign of abating.



That discussion leads Marc to ask M.L. and Shawn whether the media should report on the identity of the killers and how the need-to-know weighs against discouraging copycats.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The national championship-winning University of Virginia men’s basketball team announced it had a scheduling conflict and would not visit the White House – even though they hadn’t official been invited yet.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3588truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ilitch-not-n-ready-april-24-2019--52617436 M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are chillin’ in the Red Shovel Network basement studios like some kind of much cooler reboot of “That 70s Show.” Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast), aka Drew Wave, crashes the party in Room 7609 to discuss one of the better James Bond theme songs that didn’t end up making the cut.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: For once, M.L. has a good excuse for sounding funny. Fresh off septoplasty surgery to repair a deviated septum, he recalls his first (and, so far, only) brush with fentanyl.



While last week’s show was a feel-good look back at never-before-told stories about the Kwame Kilpatrick investigation that was rewarded with a Pulitzer Prize, M.L. tells a less warm-and-fuzzy story about how an offhand comment got him on the wrong side of the Pulitzer folks.



Just when he thought he’d heard all the crazy Kilpatrick stories, M.L. shares a new one he picked up just this week involving Kilpatrick lover Christine Beatty, law school, police escorts and, well, you need to hear it for yourself …



The Other White Mike in Detroit – Mayor Mike Duggan – could be facing a recall campaign. Marc wants to know if Hizzoner is in trouble. M.L. wants to know where the money is coming from. (Hint: Bob Carmack says it’s not him.)



The Slow Roll is a very popular Detroit biking phenomenon. Marc, Shawn and M.L. delve into a less popular slow roll: The Ilitch family’s lack of progress on their grand plan for District Detroit. A lively debate over topics ranging from using public money for private projects, derelict lawmakers who roll over for billionaires and then take a powder and who is responsible for holding developers responsible for meeting their obligations follows. Highlights include Shawn cursing and his concerns about capitalism (did we mention Shawn lives in The People’s Republic of Ann Arbor?).



A discussion of the media’s role in holding moguls accountable ensues, wherein M.L. comes up with a plan for local lawmakers to get back in the game.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Is Detroit a basketball town or a Hockeytown? Shawn, Marc and M.L. have a meeting of the minds, but just can’t seem to reach a consensus.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: “Red” Rudy Giuliani earns a dishonorable mention for his enthusiasm for tak...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=200Thu, 25 Apr 2019 16:54:06 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick), Marc Fellhauer (https://twitter.com/marcfell) and Shawn Windsor (https://twitter.com/shawnwindsor) are chillin’ in the Red Shovel Network basement studios like some kind of much cooler reboot of “That 70s... M.L. Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are chillin’ in the Red Shovel Network basement studios like some kind of much cooler reboot of “That 70s Show.” Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast), aka Drew Wave, crashes the party in Room 7609 to discuss one of the better James Bond theme songs that didn’t end up making the cut.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: For once, M.L. has a good excuse for sounding funny. Fresh off septoplasty surgery to repair a deviated septum, he recalls his first (and, so far, only) brush with fentanyl.



While last week’s show was a feel-good look back at never-before-told stories about the Kwame Kilpatrick investigation that was rewarded with a Pulitzer Prize, M.L. tells a less warm-and-fuzzy story about how an offhand comment got him on the wrong side of the Pulitzer folks.



Just when he thought he’d heard all the crazy Kilpatrick stories, M.L. shares a new one he picked up just this week involving Kilpatrick lover Christine Beatty, law school, police escorts and, well, you need to hear it for yourself …



The Other White Mike in Detroit – Mayor Mike Duggan – could be facing a recall campaign. Marc wants to know if Hizzoner is in trouble. M.L. wants to know where the money is coming from. (Hint: Bob Carmack says it’s not him.)



The Slow Roll is a very popular Detroit biking phenomenon. Marc, Shawn and M.L. delve into a less popular slow roll: The Ilitch family’s lack of progress on their grand plan for District Detroit. A lively debate over topics ranging from using public money for private projects, derelict lawmakers who roll over for billionaires and then take a powder and who is responsible for holding developers responsible for meeting their obligations follows. Highlights include Shawn cursing and his concerns about capitalism (did we mention Shawn lives in The People’s Republic of Ann Arbor?).



A discussion of the media’s role in holding moguls accountable ensues, wherein M.L. comes up with a plan for local lawmakers to get back in the game.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Is Detroit a basketball town or a Hockeytown? Shawn, Marc and M.L. have a meeting of the minds, but just can’t seem to reach a consensus.



GEEK OF THE WEEK: “Red” Rudy Giuliani earns a dishonorable mention for his enthusiasm for tak...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3307truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pulitzer-secrets-april-17-2019--52617475 Free Press Investigations Editor Jim Schaefer (@DetroitReporter) reunites with his former parter M.L. Elrick (@elrick) to tell some stories you’ve never heard about the work that went into their 2009 Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting. Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) peppers the pair with questions before Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in for The Great Debate. Reaction to a sexy selfie earns some school officials Geek of the Week honors. And M.L. books another NuWave band with a sexy lead singer for a stay in Room 7609.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The boys start the show with a trip in the way-back machine by cueing up Amy Lange’s 2009 report from the Detroit Free Press newsroom on the day M.L. and Jim won the Pulitzer Prize for their investigation into Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.



To mark the 10th anniversary of their Pulitzer Prize – has it really been that long?!? – M.L. and Jim share some behind-the-scenes stories of the night before they published a story revealing that Hizzoner and his chief of staff/lover Christine Beatty lied under oath in a whistleblower trial.



Marc puts M.L. on the spot, asking him why he left WDIV/Loco 4 to return to the Free Press – just in time to get in on the text message story.



Jim interrupts a rare tender moment to complain that M.L. failed to provide the Stroh longnecks he had promised if Jim came on the show.



Continuing his insensitive streak, Jim harshes on the Red Shovel Network green room. M.L. counters with the bad news that it wasn’t bacon Jim found wrapped around the oysters he noshed on.



M.L. and Jim – in unison – reveal the greatest headline in Detroit Free Press history (which, at 187 years, is a pretty long history).



For guys who don’t like to talk about their accomplishments, M.L. and Jim sure have a lot of Pulitzer-related stories – including what happened when they visited the New York Times days before the 2009 Pulitzer Prize winners were announced. M.L. then shares notes for a bitter essay he never ended up having to write.



Marc’s query about when the boys learned they had won the Pulitzer unearths an ironic story about the failure of their attempt to use text messages to learn whether their exposes involving text messages had won the Pulitzer. 



Recollections of the tensions in the hours leading up to the announcement of the Pulitzer Prizes prompts Jim to disclose his radical plan for how to deal with disappointment while M.L. explains what he planned to drink, depending on the news out of New York (where the Pulitzers are based). 



Marc asks the boys whether they knew they were primed for a Pulitzer when they first got Beatty and Hizzoner’s texts. Their answer might surprise you. Or it might not. Just listen for yourself!



Marc wonders whether sex played a role in the boys’ winning the Pulitzer Prize. Then Jim explains why he wasn’t surprised that Hizzoner lied under oath about his affair with Beatty.



Jim reveals when M.L. first tried to get text messages. (Hint: It’s a lot sooner than you might think.) Then M.L. sets the record straight, disclosing that the boys didn’t have the text messa...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=189Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:13:18 +0000ML ElrickFree Press Investigations Editor Jim Schaefer (https://twitter.com/DetroitReporter) reunites with his former parter M.L. Elrick (https://twitter.com/elrick) to tell some stories you’ve never heard about the work that went into their 2009 Pulitzer... Free Press Investigations Editor Jim Schaefer (@DetroitReporter) reunites with his former parter M.L. Elrick (@elrick) to tell some stories you’ve never heard about the work that went into their 2009 Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting. Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) peppers the pair with questions before Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) dials in for The Great Debate. Reaction to a sexy selfie earns some school officials Geek of the Week honors. And M.L. books another NuWave band with a sexy lead singer for a stay in Room 7609.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: The boys start the show with a trip in the way-back machine by cueing up Amy Lange’s 2009 report from the Detroit Free Press newsroom on the day M.L. and Jim won the Pulitzer Prize for their investigation into Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.



To mark the 10th anniversary of their Pulitzer Prize – has it really been that long?!? – M.L. and Jim share some behind-the-scenes stories of the night before they published a story revealing that Hizzoner and his chief of staff/lover Christine Beatty lied under oath in a whistleblower trial.



Marc puts M.L. on the spot, asking him why he left WDIV/Loco 4 to return to the Free Press – just in time to get in on the text message story.



Jim interrupts a rare tender moment to complain that M.L. failed to provide the Stroh longnecks he had promised if Jim came on the show.



Continuing his insensitive streak, Jim harshes on the Red Shovel Network green room. M.L. counters with the bad news that it wasn’t bacon Jim found wrapped around the oysters he noshed on.



M.L. and Jim – in unison – reveal the greatest headline in Detroit Free Press history (which, at 187 years, is a pretty long history).



For guys who don’t like to talk about their accomplishments, M.L. and Jim sure have a lot of Pulitzer-related stories – including what happened when they visited the New York Times days before the 2009 Pulitzer Prize winners were announced. M.L. then shares notes for a bitter essay he never ended up having to write.



Marc’s query about when the boys learned they had won the Pulitzer unearths an ironic story about the failure of their attempt to use text messages to learn whether their exposes involving text messages had won the Pulitzer. 



Recollections of the tensions in the hours leading up to the announcement of the Pulitzer Prizes prompts Jim to disclose his radical plan for how to deal with disappointment while M.L. explains what he planned to drink, depending on the news out of New York (where the Pulitzers are based). 



Marc asks the boys whether they knew they were primed for a Pulitzer when they first got Beatty and Hizzoner’s texts. Their answer might surprise you. Or it might not. Just listen for yourself!



Marc wonders whether sex played a role in the boys’ winning the Pulitzer Prize. Then Jim explains why he wasn’t surprised that Hizzoner lied under oath about his affair with Beatty.



Jim reveals when M.L. first tried to get text messages. (Hint: It’s a lot sooner than you might think.) Then M.L. sets the record straight, disclosing that the boys didn’t have the text messa...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3600truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/debating-duggan-april-10-2019--52617446 Mayor Mike Duggan’s Chief of Staff Alexis Wiley ventures into the basement with M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) as the second guest in Soul of Detroit history. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins us via telegraph wire for The Great Debate. M.L. gets in your face with Geek of the Week. And a listener inspires this week’s selection for Room 7609.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: A defensive M.L. lists just some of the stories he’s done that scrutinized Mike Duggan before and after he was elected mayor. A soliloquy follows on how race is used to mask the real issues plaguing Our Fair City.



Marc challenges Alexis on why Duggan isn’t more accessible to the press. Alexis counters that Hizzoner does sit down with reporters — most recently taking time to meet with M.L. in the mayor’s office. Businessman's secret recordings revealed in bitter legal battle with Mayor Duggan



The discussion turns to the Detroit Free Press investigation into Duggan’s effort to raise money for a program connected to a Wayne State University doctor rumored to be the mayor’s mistress. Mayor Mike Duggan set her up to succeed. That raises questions.



Alexis defends the need for the program — which was established to improve the city’s infant mortality rate — and says even the Free Press says there’s no indication the program was shady. 



M.L., who knows a thing or two about mayors and sketchy nonprofits, says the program to help Detroit babies grow up healthy is no Kilpatrick Civic Fund (the dirty-as-hell non-profit that helped send Kilpatrick to prison for 28 years).



Despite his desire to someday return to the Free Press, M.L. questions the value of the Free Press’ investigation. Then he knocks the city for demanding that the newspaper submit its questions in writing. Alexis responds with some lavish praise for M.L., which may have been sincere, but which will almost certainly only lead to more claims that M.L. is soft.



The conversation turns to public officials’ obligation to answer reporter questions — whether they like the questions or not.



M.L. follows up by asking Alexis whether administration officials are frustrated that the mayor’s after-hours activities have cast a cloud over everything they’re doing.



The Free Press made a big deal out of Alexis’ e-mail to the Wayne State doctor telling her city officials would help raise money for her program. So M.L. asks her whether she has sent similar e-mails designed to raise money for other programs.



Like so many discussions of city politics these days, Duggan nemesis Bob Carmack comes up. Carmack claims Hizzoner is out to get him. Alexis points out that Carmack hired private investigators to follow the mayor hired planes to fly banners critical of the mayor during the Detroit Tigers’ home opener, then asks “who is harassing who?”



After M.L. makes another comment or two that pretty much guarantees he’ll never be able to get rehired at the Free Press, he again admonishes the Duggan administration for failing to meet with reporters to take all of their questions. Alexis lays out her position on the matter.



THE GREAT DEBATE: As Hall of Famer Steve Yzerman does his best imitation of a vulture waiting for legendary Red Wings GM Ken Holland to drop,

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=175Thu, 11 Apr 2019 15:04:45 +0000ML ElrickMayor Mike Duggan’s Chief of Staff Alexis Wiley ventures into the basement with M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) as the second guest in Soul of Detroit history. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins us via telegraph wire for The... Mayor Mike Duggan’s Chief of Staff Alexis Wiley ventures into the basement with M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) as the second guest in Soul of Detroit history. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins us via telegraph wire for The Great Debate. M.L. gets in your face with Geek of the Week. And a listener inspires this week’s selection for Room 7609.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: A defensive M.L. lists just some of the stories he’s done that scrutinized Mike Duggan before and after he was elected mayor. A soliloquy follows on how race is used to mask the real issues plaguing Our Fair City.



Marc challenges Alexis on why Duggan isn’t more accessible to the press. Alexis counters that Hizzoner does sit down with reporters — most recently taking time to meet with M.L. in the mayor’s office. Businessman's secret recordings revealed in bitter legal battle with Mayor Duggan



The discussion turns to the Detroit Free Press investigation into Duggan’s effort to raise money for a program connected to a Wayne State University doctor rumored to be the mayor’s mistress. Mayor Mike Duggan set her up to succeed. That raises questions.



Alexis defends the need for the program — which was established to improve the city’s infant mortality rate — and says even the Free Press says there’s no indication the program was shady. 



M.L., who knows a thing or two about mayors and sketchy nonprofits, says the program to help Detroit babies grow up healthy is no Kilpatrick Civic Fund (the dirty-as-hell non-profit that helped send Kilpatrick to prison for 28 years).



Despite his desire to someday return to the Free Press, M.L. questions the value of the Free Press’ investigation. Then he knocks the city for demanding that the newspaper submit its questions in writing. Alexis responds with some lavish praise for M.L., which may have been sincere, but which will almost certainly only lead to more claims that M.L. is soft.



The conversation turns to public officials’ obligation to answer reporter questions — whether they like the questions or not.



M.L. follows up by asking Alexis whether administration officials are frustrated that the mayor’s after-hours activities have cast a cloud over everything they’re doing.



The Free Press made a big deal out of Alexis’ e-mail to the Wayne State doctor telling her city officials would help raise money for her program. So M.L. asks her whether she has sent similar e-mails designed to raise money for other programs.



Like so many discussions of city politics these days, Duggan nemesis Bob Carmack comes up. Carmack claims Hizzoner is out to get him. Alexis points out that Carmack hired private investigators to follow the mayor hired planes to fly banners critical of the mayor during the Detroit Tigers’ home opener, then asks “who is harassing who?”



After M.L. makes another comment or two that pretty much guarantees he’ll never be able to get rehired at the Free Press, he again admonishes the Duggan administration for failing to meet with reporters to take all of their questions. Alexis lays out her position on the matter.



THE GREAT DEBATE: As Hall of Famer Steve Yzerman does his best imitation of a vulture waiting for legendary Red Wings GM Ken Holland to drop,

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3592truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kwame-s-bro-show-april-4-2019--52617463 Daniel Ferguson III, who is Kwame Kilpatrick’s brother-in-law, joins M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) in the basement as our first-ever guest. Also with us, rolling video for Daniel, is Tobias Smith. Tobias is the creative force behind “kMk,” the Kwame Kilpatrick documentary you can find at www.kwamemovie.com. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins us via fiber optic wire from Minneapolis for The Great Debate and Geek of the Week.



PROGRAM NOTE: Because we try to not to take any more of your valuable time than necessary (and to torture Marc), we had to trim a lot of killer conversation from the podcast to make it fit our approximately hour-long format. If, as Depeche Mode says, you “Just can’t get enough,” get the full, unedited conversation here: ML Soul of Detroit 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Before the boys start chopping it up with Daniel, the show starts with one of the WORST imitations of Mike Valenti EVER! (Just who thought that would be funny anyway? Listen and find out …!)



When we say Daniel fills a room, we mean it! But M.L. — standing 6-foot-1 and 1/2 inch calls him out for giving Drew his height at 6-foot-7 and 3/4 inch — as if fractions matter to a dude that big!



For March Madness, Daniel recounts his championship days at Cooley High School — and his brief career as a member of the University of Missouri Tigers.



The conversation turns to Daniel’s time in federal prison and he makes it clear that it was a GATE PASS — and not what M.L. thought he heard — they helped him learn how to handle tools so well.



M.L. sets the record straight on the work history of Daniel’s cousin — and Kilpatrick crony and co-defendant Bobby Ferguson. In the process, they tell the origin story of Ferguson and Kilpatrick’s friendship. A discussion of Kilpatrick’s plowing ensues.



Marc asks Daniel how often he talks with his brother-in-law, which prompts Daniel to comment on Kilpatrick’s lack of contrition — and a lively debate on whether Hizzoner owes restitution follows.  



Following on last week’s Black Trump theme, Daniel claims that the media went wild with Kilpatrick stories as a way to bolster their bottom line. Not surprisingly, M.L. disagrees. 



Marc tries again to find out more about the current status of Kilpatrick family members. 



A lively discussion of the appropriateness of Kilpatrick’s sentence addresses the myth that Kilpatrick got the heaviest sentence ever. Can Daniel and M.L.’s beautiful friendship survive this exchange?



Daniel asks M.L. if it’s true he told Kilpatrick he wasn’t going to stop reporting until Hizzoner “was federally indicted.”



The conversation turns to M.L.’s affection for Kilpatrick, Kilpatrick’s culpability for Detroit’s bankruptcy and whether Mayor Mike Duggan is responsible for everything going on in Detroit today.



In a rare moment of total agreement, M.L. and Daniel that Duggan is not facing the same level of scrutiny that Kilpatrick did. Then they get back to sparring on whether Duggan gets a free pass — and why Charlie LeDuff left Fox 2.



Marc marks how the decline in media fortunes means EVERYONE faces less scrutiny these days. 



Daniel posits that M.L. and Duggan’s joint Irish heritage has garnered the mayor a free pass — a blatant example of Celtic profiling!





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=163Thu, 04 Apr 2019 17:04:46 +0000ML ElrickDaniel Ferguson III, who is Kwame Kilpatrick’s brother-in-law, joins M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) in the basement as our first-ever guest. Also with us, rolling video for Daniel, is Tobias Smith. Tobias is the creative force... Daniel Ferguson III, who is Kwame Kilpatrick’s brother-in-law, joins M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) in the basement as our first-ever guest. Also with us, rolling video for Daniel, is Tobias Smith. Tobias is the creative force behind “kMk,” the Kwame Kilpatrick documentary you can find at www.kwamemovie.com. Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins us via fiber optic wire from Minneapolis for The Great Debate and Geek of the Week.



PROGRAM NOTE: Because we try to not to take any more of your valuable time than necessary (and to torture Marc), we had to trim a lot of killer conversation from the podcast to make it fit our approximately hour-long format. If, as Depeche Mode says, you “Just can’t get enough,” get the full, unedited conversation here: ML Soul of Detroit 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Before the boys start chopping it up with Daniel, the show starts with one of the WORST imitations of Mike Valenti EVER! (Just who thought that would be funny anyway? Listen and find out …!)



When we say Daniel fills a room, we mean it! But M.L. — standing 6-foot-1 and 1/2 inch calls him out for giving Drew his height at 6-foot-7 and 3/4 inch — as if fractions matter to a dude that big!



For March Madness, Daniel recounts his championship days at Cooley High School — and his brief career as a member of the University of Missouri Tigers.



The conversation turns to Daniel’s time in federal prison and he makes it clear that it was a GATE PASS — and not what M.L. thought he heard — they helped him learn how to handle tools so well.



M.L. sets the record straight on the work history of Daniel’s cousin — and Kilpatrick crony and co-defendant Bobby Ferguson. In the process, they tell the origin story of Ferguson and Kilpatrick’s friendship. A discussion of Kilpatrick’s plowing ensues.



Marc asks Daniel how often he talks with his brother-in-law, which prompts Daniel to comment on Kilpatrick’s lack of contrition — and a lively debate on whether Hizzoner owes restitution follows.  



Following on last week’s Black Trump theme, Daniel claims that the media went wild with Kilpatrick stories as a way to bolster their bottom line. Not surprisingly, M.L. disagrees. 



Marc tries again to find out more about the current status of Kilpatrick family members. 



A lively discussion of the appropriateness of Kilpatrick’s sentence addresses the myth that Kilpatrick got the heaviest sentence ever. Can Daniel and M.L.’s beautiful friendship survive this exchange?



Daniel asks M.L. if it’s true he told Kilpatrick he wasn’t going to stop reporting until Hizzoner “was federally indicted.”



The conversation turns to M.L.’s affection for Kilpatrick, Kilpatrick’s culpability for Detroit’s bankruptcy and whether Mayor Mike Duggan is responsible for everything going on in Detroit today.



In a rare moment of total agreement, M.L. and Daniel that Duggan is not facing the same level of scrutiny that Kilpatrick did. Then they get back to sparring on whether Duggan gets a free pass — and why Charlie LeDuff left Fox 2.



Marc marks how the decline in media fortunes means EVERYONE faces less scrutiny these days. 



Daniel posits that M.L. and Duggan’s joint Irish heritage has garnered the mayor a free pass — a blatant example of Celtic profiling!





Become a supporter of this podcast: 3915truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-trump-march-27-2019--52617451 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in from The Swamp for The Great Debate and Geek of the Week, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) wanders downstairs to man the velvet rope keeping the squares out of Room 7609



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc rallies from a near-death experience brought on by virulent virus to steer the ship safely to shore while M.L. silently wonders if it’s safe to be in the same room.



A temporary labor shortage at Fox 2 results in M.L. setting several in-depth investigations aside to help with the daily grind. Among the quick turn stories requiring his particular skills include the theft of an old violin from a log cabin hand the pilfering of a python spirited out of a Rockwood pet store in a shoplifter’s pants. This somehow triggers memories of Derek Smalls, the bass player for the fictional heavy metal band Spinal Tap.



Sadly, the daily grind for TV news reporters includes an unhealthy dose of tragic stories. M.L. laments the litany of sorrow.



Digging deep into his past, M.L. plays “Which Politician Am I Talking About?” with Marc, providing more than a dozen clues before challenging Marc to guess who he is describing. Take the quiz yourself and see how you do!



The release of the Mueller Report has M.L. strolling down memory lane, comparing Mueller’s investigation to M.L. and Jim Schaefer’s investigation of the Manoogian Mansion party rumor.



Queen Latifah. A biker named Pumpkinhead. An after-hours club. Kwame Kilpatrick’s bodyguards. Strawberry. And a former cop named Head. You’ll have to listen to hear what they have in common. (It’s well worth your time!)



M.L. discusses the credibility of two self-processed eyewitnesses to the Manoogian Mansion party — and how they helped derail a gubernatorial candidate.



In a delicious twist, M.L. explains how the Mueller investigation will help reduce the federal deficit.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The boys call Shawn — on a landline, this time — to weigh in on “College Coaches Gone Wild.” M.L. seizes the opportunity to compliment Shawn on a rare accurate prediction on the outcome of a game. Then Marc and Shawn see little to no problem with the conduct of MSU coach Tom Izzo, while diehard Spartan M.L. says he was embarrassed by Izzo’s outburst during the NCAA basketball tournament. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn sticks around to endorse M.L.’s selection of Detroit News Editorial Page Editor Nolan Finley for GOW. M.L. says Finley earned this dubious distinction for using the Larry Nassar scandal to slam Izzo. The conversation somehow ties in Waco, Texas, George Bush and David Koresh.



ROOM 7609: DrewWave drops in to reflect on the passing of Ranking Roger of English Beat and General Public, who died this week at 56. A little musical genealogy links Roger via Dexy’s Midnight Runners to this week’s featured group, The Style Council and their uber-hip “My Ever Changing Moods.”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=153Thu, 28 Mar 2019 12:58:45 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in from The Swamp for The Great Debate and Geek of the Week, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) wanders downstairs to man the velvet rope... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in from The Swamp for The Great Debate and Geek of the Week, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) wanders downstairs to man the velvet rope keeping the squares out of Room 7609



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Marc rallies from a near-death experience brought on by virulent virus to steer the ship safely to shore while M.L. silently wonders if it’s safe to be in the same room.



A temporary labor shortage at Fox 2 results in M.L. setting several in-depth investigations aside to help with the daily grind. Among the quick turn stories requiring his particular skills include the theft of an old violin from a log cabin hand the pilfering of a python spirited out of a Rockwood pet store in a shoplifter’s pants. This somehow triggers memories of Derek Smalls, the bass player for the fictional heavy metal band Spinal Tap.



Sadly, the daily grind for TV news reporters includes an unhealthy dose of tragic stories. M.L. laments the litany of sorrow.



Digging deep into his past, M.L. plays “Which Politician Am I Talking About?” with Marc, providing more than a dozen clues before challenging Marc to guess who he is describing. Take the quiz yourself and see how you do!



The release of the Mueller Report has M.L. strolling down memory lane, comparing Mueller’s investigation to M.L. and Jim Schaefer’s investigation of the Manoogian Mansion party rumor.



Queen Latifah. A biker named Pumpkinhead. An after-hours club. Kwame Kilpatrick’s bodyguards. Strawberry. And a former cop named Head. You’ll have to listen to hear what they have in common. (It’s well worth your time!)



M.L. discusses the credibility of two self-processed eyewitnesses to the Manoogian Mansion party — and how they helped derail a gubernatorial candidate.



In a delicious twist, M.L. explains how the Mueller investigation will help reduce the federal deficit.



THE GREAT DEBATE: The boys call Shawn — on a landline, this time — to weigh in on “College Coaches Gone Wild.” M.L. seizes the opportunity to compliment Shawn on a rare accurate prediction on the outcome of a game. Then Marc and Shawn see little to no problem with the conduct of MSU coach Tom Izzo, while diehard Spartan M.L. says he was embarrassed by Izzo’s outburst during the NCAA basketball tournament. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Shawn sticks around to endorse M.L.’s selection of Detroit News Editorial Page Editor Nolan Finley for GOW. M.L. says Finley earned this dubious distinction for using the Larry Nassar scandal to slam Izzo. The conversation somehow ties in Waco, Texas, George Bush and David Koresh.



ROOM 7609: DrewWave drops in to reflect on the passing of Ranking Roger of English Beat and General Public, who died this week at 56. A little musical genealogy links Roger via Dexy’s Midnight Runners to this week’s featured group, The Style Council and their uber-hip “My Ever Changing Moods.”


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3578truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-media-sucks-march-21-2019--52617461 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in on the burner phone, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) spends a little time with us in Room 7609



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s Marc’s turn to feel lousy after spending days in the hospital with his infant daughter, but it’s M.L. who is in a foul mood reflecting on the sins of social media in the wake of the New Zealand massacre.



While the boys debate the hypocrisy of the high-minded hype spouted by social media titans, M.L. asks some deep questions – including “is the restaurant owner responsible if a server puts a booger in your meal?”



M.L. cops to some hypocrisy of his own for blasting social media while using it to push out his stories, then explains how the traditional media got duped into letting social media firms turn into parasites instead of forming symbiotic relationships.



What do Pulitzer Prize winner Jim Schaefer, buttermilk and heroin have to do with one another? You’ll just have to listen to find out.



Big brains worry about how to hold social media firms responsible without infringing on freedom of speech, but the boys have a pretty simple, common-sense solution.



The discussion leads to the origin story of M.L.’s relationship with Drew and Mike … and Marc and Trudi.



What does “rip-and-read” mean – and who was a shameless practioner? M.L. tells all.



M.L. talks about where he was, what he was about to do and the fear he faced on the day a deranged former TV guy shot a Virginia TV reporter and her photographer and broadcast it on social media. 



Is Twitter better than other social media platforms? Marc says yes. M.L. agrees, but then tells the story of his battle with a Twitter troll – and what Twitter did about it.



For a change of pace, the boys provide some good news with updates on the health of Marc’s daughter Annie, M.L.’s nephew The Hammer and M.L.’s attempts to harness the power of the sun.



Looking beyond the boundaries of southeastern Michigan, M.L. provides an update on the Robert Kraft case – and makes a clever play on words.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn Windsor calls in from Des Moines, Iowa on the eve of MSU and U-M’s first round March Madness games to talk about his great scoop from the Big 10 championship game … until his broke-ass phone goes on the fritz.



What do the Hare Bear Bunch, De La Soul and Vanilla Ice have to do with U-M basketball? M.L. explains all. 



After a round of gratuitous insults, M.L. takes on all comers when he says U-M’s brief period at the top of the state’s college basketball heap is over – for all time!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The NCAA March Madness tournament selection committee is this week’s GOW – but not for the reason you might think. Listen and learn.



ROOM 7609: It’s Ladies’ – er, Women’s – Night as M.L. showcases Divynls. Drew drops in to share his admiration for the MANY charms of Chrissy Amphlett as the guys recall a slew of underappreciated NuWave bands led by women. The list includes Transvision Vamp, Berlin, The Motels, Missing Persons and many more!



While most people know Divynls for their hit “I Touch Myself” – which also describes what most male fans did while watching the Australian band’s videos back in the last 80s – M.L. cues up “Pleasure & Pain.”



Looking ahead, a listener suggests “Town Called Malice” by the Jam. It’s a great tune, but too popular, so M.L. promises to play a deep track from another Paul Weller band in a future edition of Room 7609.



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=139Fri, 22 Mar 2019 03:45:56 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in on the burner phone, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) spends a little time with us in Room 7609 THE STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s Marc’s turn to... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in on the burner phone, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) spends a little time with us in Room 7609



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: It’s Marc’s turn to feel lousy after spending days in the hospital with his infant daughter, but it’s M.L. who is in a foul mood reflecting on the sins of social media in the wake of the New Zealand massacre.



While the boys debate the hypocrisy of the high-minded hype spouted by social media titans, M.L. asks some deep questions – including “is the restaurant owner responsible if a server puts a booger in your meal?”



M.L. cops to some hypocrisy of his own for blasting social media while using it to push out his stories, then explains how the traditional media got duped into letting social media firms turn into parasites instead of forming symbiotic relationships.



What do Pulitzer Prize winner Jim Schaefer, buttermilk and heroin have to do with one another? You’ll just have to listen to find out.



Big brains worry about how to hold social media firms responsible without infringing on freedom of speech, but the boys have a pretty simple, common-sense solution.



The discussion leads to the origin story of M.L.’s relationship with Drew and Mike … and Marc and Trudi.



What does “rip-and-read” mean – and who was a shameless practioner? M.L. tells all.



M.L. talks about where he was, what he was about to do and the fear he faced on the day a deranged former TV guy shot a Virginia TV reporter and her photographer and broadcast it on social media. 



Is Twitter better than other social media platforms? Marc says yes. M.L. agrees, but then tells the story of his battle with a Twitter troll – and what Twitter did about it.



For a change of pace, the boys provide some good news with updates on the health of Marc’s daughter Annie, M.L.’s nephew The Hammer and M.L.’s attempts to harness the power of the sun.



Looking beyond the boundaries of southeastern Michigan, M.L. provides an update on the Robert Kraft case – and makes a clever play on words.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn Windsor calls in from Des Moines, Iowa on the eve of MSU and U-M’s first round March Madness games to talk about his great scoop from the Big 10 championship game … until his broke-ass phone goes on the fritz.



What do the Hare Bear Bunch, De La Soul and Vanilla Ice have to do with U-M basketball? M.L. explains all. 



After a round of gratuitous insults, M.L. takes on all comers when he says U-M’s brief period at the top of the state’s college basketball heap is over – for all time!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: The NCAA March Madness tournament selection committee is this week’s GOW – but not for the reason you might think. Listen and learn.



ROOM 7609: It’s Ladies’ – er, Women’s – Night as M.L. showcases Divynls. Drew drops in to share his admiration for the MANY charms of Chrissy Amphlett as the guys recall a slew of underappreciated NuWave bands led by women. The list includes Transvision Vamp, Berlin, The Motels, Missing Persons and many more!



While most people know Divynls for their hit “I Touch Myself” – which also describes what most male fans did while watching the Australian band’s videos back in the last 80s – M.L. cues up “Pleasure & Pain.”



Looking ahead, a listener suggests “Town Called Malice” by the Jam. It’s a great tune, but too popular, so M.L. promises to play a deep track from another Paul Weller band in a future edition of Room 7609.



Become a supporter of this podcast: 3522truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/high-stakes-deals-march-14-2019--52617452 M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the RSN basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in from an undisclosed location for The Great Debate, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) saunters down the stairs to liven up Geek of the Week and Room 7609.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: M.L. rushes over from Fox 2 and immediately starts whining about feeling rundown after a weekend spent serving soup for charity and catching some of the Hamtramck Music Festival Friday night, dashing to the Breslin Student Events Center to witness the Spartans win the Big 10 Championship on Saturday, then zooming back to M.C. the Family Fun Zone for the Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade on Sunday. 



Next, the big baby tries to redeem himself by sharing a chance encounter Tuesday night with the Edsel-driving family who tried to help M.L. start his ’62 Pontiac near a cemetery several years ago. (There are heroes in this story, and they’re not M.L.)



That story leads to the revelation that the tunnel to Windsor isn’t flat, which M.L. learned while pushing that hooptie to Canada one hot afternoon.



Then the boys try to unravel the riddle wrapped inside the enigma that is Bob Carmack and his fight with the City of Detroit.



After a crash course in “Carmack Logic,” Marc and M.L. dive into the “story behind the story” for M.L.’s latest Fox 2 investigation, in which M.L. reveals how he scored a sit-down interview with a reluctant Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.



A brief tutorial on Michigan jurisprudence follows, before M.L. launches into a rant inspired by old butts and dirty diapers.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn Windsor joins the fun on the as-yet-unsponsored hotline to postulate that the Spartans don’t really want to win the Big Ten tournament. (Yeah, right!)



More madness ensues as the crew debates the merits of the Detroit Lions’ free agent signings, which have some calling the hometown 11 “New England West.”



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Red Shovel Network CEO and broadcast impresario Drew Lane joins in to help rail on the rich and famous trying to get their rich and shameless kids into elite universities.



Drew laments the lack of a level-playing field in university admissions while M.L. pretends that he read a book about it and he and Marc extol the virtues of crewing (or is it rowing?).



ROOM 7609: Drew sticks around to muse over whether Duran Duran would let Pee Wee Herman join their all-night party in Room 7609, before Marc cues up “President Gas” — the best Psychedelic Furs tune you’re never heard of — just after revealing that the song was inspired by Ronald Reagan. 



After listening to some of the sharpest lyrics you’ll ever hear — including “open up your eyes just to check that you’re asleep again” and “it’s Hell without the sin” — the boys wonder “whatever happened to politically-inspired music?”



BTW, the selection of this week’s NuWave gem was inspired by a listener who contacted M.L. on Twitter.



Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @mlsoulofdetroit, like us on Facebook at ML Soul of Detroit, visit our website at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or Google Podcasts. And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (unless you hate it)!!!



Please let us know if you would like to advertise, or know someone we should hit up.



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).



One pitcher for each MSU basketball win over Mich...

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=134Thu, 14 Mar 2019 22:11:47 +0000ML ElrickM.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the RSN basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in from an undisclosed location for The Great Debate, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) saunters down the stairs to liven up Geek of the... M.L. Elrick (@elrick) and Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) are in the RSN basement, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) joins in from an undisclosed location for The Great Debate, and Drew Lane (@DrewMikePodcast) saunters down the stairs to liven up Geek of the Week and Room 7609.



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: M.L. rushes over from Fox 2 and immediately starts whining about feeling rundown after a weekend spent serving soup for charity and catching some of the Hamtramck Music Festival Friday night, dashing to the Breslin Student Events Center to witness the Spartans win the Big 10 Championship on Saturday, then zooming back to M.C. the Family Fun Zone for the Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade on Sunday. 



Next, the big baby tries to redeem himself by sharing a chance encounter Tuesday night with the Edsel-driving family who tried to help M.L. start his ’62 Pontiac near a cemetery several years ago. (There are heroes in this story, and they’re not M.L.)



That story leads to the revelation that the tunnel to Windsor isn’t flat, which M.L. learned while pushing that hooptie to Canada one hot afternoon.



Then the boys try to unravel the riddle wrapped inside the enigma that is Bob Carmack and his fight with the City of Detroit.



After a crash course in “Carmack Logic,” Marc and M.L. dive into the “story behind the story” for M.L.’s latest Fox 2 investigation, in which M.L. reveals how he scored a sit-down interview with a reluctant Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.



A brief tutorial on Michigan jurisprudence follows, before M.L. launches into a rant inspired by old butts and dirty diapers.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Shawn Windsor joins the fun on the as-yet-unsponsored hotline to postulate that the Spartans don’t really want to win the Big Ten tournament. (Yeah, right!)



More madness ensues as the crew debates the merits of the Detroit Lions’ free agent signings, which have some calling the hometown 11 “New England West.”



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Red Shovel Network CEO and broadcast impresario Drew Lane joins in to help rail on the rich and famous trying to get their rich and shameless kids into elite universities.



Drew laments the lack of a level-playing field in university admissions while M.L. pretends that he read a book about it and he and Marc extol the virtues of crewing (or is it rowing?).



ROOM 7609: Drew sticks around to muse over whether Duran Duran would let Pee Wee Herman join their all-night party in Room 7609, before Marc cues up “President Gas” — the best Psychedelic Furs tune you’re never heard of — just after revealing that the song was inspired by Ronald Reagan. 



After listening to some of the sharpest lyrics you’ll ever hear — including “open up your eyes just to check that you’re asleep again” and “it’s Hell without the sin” — the boys wonder “whatever happened to politically-inspired music?”



BTW, the selection of this week’s NuWave gem was inspired by a listener who contacted M.L. on Twitter.



Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @mlsoulofdetroit, like us on Facebook at ML Soul of Detroit, visit our website at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or Google Podcasts. And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (unless you hate it)!!!



Please let us know if you would like to advertise, or know someone we should hit up.



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).



One pitcher for each MSU basketball win over Mich...

Become a supporter of this podcast: 3519truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/battle-royale-march-7-2019--52617455 ML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are in the basement. 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Our friendly rivals start with something most decent human beings would never consider: Thanking a Pitino. And why not? Rotten Rick Jr.’s Minnesota Golden Gophers knocked off the Purdue Boilermakers to turn what was looking like a mere season-ending rivalry game in East Lansing into a battle royale for the Big Ten Regular Season basketball championship. M.L. is only slightly bummed, because while he just bought a house in East Lansing, he hasn’t had time to buy a couch to burn.



Our panel of experts weigh in with predictions on the outcome of Saturday night’s marquee matchup between the Spartans and Wolverines. Spartans will be glad to hear Shawn picks the Wolverines again while Marc hopes for the best and prepares for the worst and M.L. makes an uncharacteristically bold (yeah, right) attempt at divining the final score.   



M.L. makes his bid for Soft Magazine “Man of the Year” and redefines the meaning of “Hammer Time” by confessing that right after the MSU-U-M football game he spend days driving and crying – but all for a good cause. 



St. Patrick’s Day is more than a week away, but M.L. will be on duty Sunday as the most unlikely host of the Corktown parade’s “Family Fun Zone.” Find out how to join him and learn more about the rest of the festivities at http://www.detroitstpatricksparade.com/



M.L. and Marc hail the return of WLLZ, starring everyone’s favorite newshawk Trudi Daniels! The discussion includes reflections on Billy Squire, Marc’s shock at M.L.’s hostility toward Pearl Jam and indifference toward (gasp!) Led Zeppelin and the boys muse on when exactly did they turn into old men.



Which brings us to what happens next to old men: Dying. Which brings us to the time M.L. called Ernie Harwell for comment after the death of the guy who fired Ernie back in 1990. Which brings us to a discussion of M.L.’s time writing posthumous profiles as the obit writer at the Detroit Free Press.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Devin Bush’s tweet that his time in the 40-yard dash at the NFL combine qualifies him as a Michigan legend triggers a tirade by M.L. about players who skip bowl games. Marc and Shawn openly and cruelly mock him while the gang speculates on just how Bush REALLY got hurt – the clothesline at Spartan Stadium, tearing up the turf or some other calamity?



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Kim Jong-un. Sure, he was great in “Team America: World Police.” And POTUS sure seems to think he’s swell. But the “Soul of Detroit” crew still holds him responsible for the death of Otto Warmbier. 



 ROOM 7609: Remember Camouflage, the English-sounding German band? Don’t feel bad, no one else does, either. That’s why M.L. chose to highlight their track “The Great Commandment” as this week’s underappreciated NuWave gem.



Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @mlsoulofdetroit, like us on Facebook at ML Soul of Detroit, visit our website at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or Google Podcasts. And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (unless you hate it)!!!



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).



ML and "The Hammer"


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=120Thu, 07 Mar 2019 20:42:38 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are in the basement.  THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Our friendly rivals start with something most decent human beings would never consider: Thanking a Pitino. And why not?... ML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are in the basement. 



THE STRAIGHT DOPE: Our friendly rivals start with something most decent human beings would never consider: Thanking a Pitino. And why not? Rotten Rick Jr.’s Minnesota Golden Gophers knocked off the Purdue Boilermakers to turn what was looking like a mere season-ending rivalry game in East Lansing into a battle royale for the Big Ten Regular Season basketball championship. M.L. is only slightly bummed, because while he just bought a house in East Lansing, he hasn’t had time to buy a couch to burn.



Our panel of experts weigh in with predictions on the outcome of Saturday night’s marquee matchup between the Spartans and Wolverines. Spartans will be glad to hear Shawn picks the Wolverines again while Marc hopes for the best and prepares for the worst and M.L. makes an uncharacteristically bold (yeah, right) attempt at divining the final score.   



M.L. makes his bid for Soft Magazine “Man of the Year” and redefines the meaning of “Hammer Time” by confessing that right after the MSU-U-M football game he spend days driving and crying – but all for a good cause. 



St. Patrick’s Day is more than a week away, but M.L. will be on duty Sunday as the most unlikely host of the Corktown parade’s “Family Fun Zone.” Find out how to join him and learn more about the rest of the festivities at http://www.detroitstpatricksparade.com/



M.L. and Marc hail the return of WLLZ, starring everyone’s favorite newshawk Trudi Daniels! The discussion includes reflections on Billy Squire, Marc’s shock at M.L.’s hostility toward Pearl Jam and indifference toward (gasp!) Led Zeppelin and the boys muse on when exactly did they turn into old men.



Which brings us to what happens next to old men: Dying. Which brings us to the time M.L. called Ernie Harwell for comment after the death of the guy who fired Ernie back in 1990. Which brings us to a discussion of M.L.’s time writing posthumous profiles as the obit writer at the Detroit Free Press.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Devin Bush’s tweet that his time in the 40-yard dash at the NFL combine qualifies him as a Michigan legend triggers a tirade by M.L. about players who skip bowl games. Marc and Shawn openly and cruelly mock him while the gang speculates on just how Bush REALLY got hurt – the clothesline at Spartan Stadium, tearing up the turf or some other calamity?



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Kim Jong-un. Sure, he was great in “Team America: World Police.” And POTUS sure seems to think he’s swell. But the “Soul of Detroit” crew still holds him responsible for the death of Otto Warmbier. 



 ROOM 7609: Remember Camouflage, the English-sounding German band? Don’t feel bad, no one else does, either. That’s why M.L. chose to highlight their track “The Great Commandment” as this week’s underappreciated NuWave gem.



Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @mlsoulofdetroit, like us on Facebook at ML Soul of Detroit, visit our website at www.mlsoulofdetroit.com, and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes or Google Podcasts. And when you check out the podcast, remember to rate it (unless you hate it)!!!



We always appreciate your feedback at mlsoulofdetroit@gmail or 313-Butterfield8-9070 (aka 313-288-9070).



ML and "The Hammer"


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ML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and in the bunker, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) is on the burner phone



STRAIGHT DOPE: Our weekly insights on the news and look behind the scenes starts with a look back in anger for some (Wolverines) and joy for others (Spartans) at Basketball Big Game I in Ann Arbor last Sunday. Then we stop cursing the darkness and shed some light on M.L.'s long-running effort to convert his manor on Detroit's East Side to solar power, which somehow turns to a discussion of Ed Begley Jr.'s body of work before he was murdered by Nastassja Kinski while she was transformed into a panther, but not the same panther that sometimes was known as the artist known as Simon MacCorkindale. It doesn't seem possible that all this fits together, but somehow it does. Just listen, dammit! 



M.L. shares his tip on how to save a fortune on a wedding ring, while Marc sings the praises of big, fake rocks.



Hookers, hash, Heineken. It's all legal on the streets of Amsterdam. You might be shocked to hear what isn't — and how M.L. found out. Marc asks M.L. how he feels about Johns making the news when sex trader workers get busted, leading to a look back at major sex trafficking busts in recent metro Detroit history. Marc wonders whether there's any value to liars like Michael Cohen testifying before Congress and M.L. recites his axiom that "If you want to know what goes on in the whorehouse, you don't ask the virgin (unless she's the janitor)."



Marc asks what kind of book President Donald J. Trump might write? M.L. says — surprise! — it could be like "The Kwame Sutra." (Available for $7.99 at select local booksellers!!!)M.L. reviews sports pundits' predictions on last Sunday's MSU v U-M basketball game, with an assist from POTUS.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Detroit Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor dials in from Belleville High School – where the next LeBron James is playing – to discuss the NBA's "One-and-done" rule and whether college athletes should be paid. A heated discussion ensues in which M.L. declares victory, even though Marc and Shawn disagree vigorously. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Robert Kraft. Why do all the bigshots on the New England Patriots ask low-level workers to deflate their balls?



ROOM 7609: M.L. asks for a moment of silence for Talk Talk frontman Mark Hollis, who died at 64, while Marc reveals that his daughter has electronic drums – and an attitude.This week's selection "To Cut A Long Story Short" reveals that before Spandau Ballet gave the world every reason to consider them the softest band EVER with their hit tune "True," they had an edgy, funky, dark side. M.L. also reveals that his mouth don't work so good.






Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=63Fri, 01 Mar 2019 15:12:06 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and in the bunker, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) is on the burner phone STRAIGHT DOPE: Our weekly insights on the news and look behind the scenes starts with a look back in anger for some...

ML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and in the bunker, Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) is on the burner phone



STRAIGHT DOPE: Our weekly insights on the news and look behind the scenes starts with a look back in anger for some (Wolverines) and joy for others (Spartans) at Basketball Big Game I in Ann Arbor last Sunday. Then we stop cursing the darkness and shed some light on M.L.'s long-running effort to convert his manor on Detroit's East Side to solar power, which somehow turns to a discussion of Ed Begley Jr.'s body of work before he was murdered by Nastassja Kinski while she was transformed into a panther, but not the same panther that sometimes was known as the artist known as Simon MacCorkindale. It doesn't seem possible that all this fits together, but somehow it does. Just listen, dammit! 



M.L. shares his tip on how to save a fortune on a wedding ring, while Marc sings the praises of big, fake rocks.



Hookers, hash, Heineken. It's all legal on the streets of Amsterdam. You might be shocked to hear what isn't — and how M.L. found out. Marc asks M.L. how he feels about Johns making the news when sex trader workers get busted, leading to a look back at major sex trafficking busts in recent metro Detroit history. Marc wonders whether there's any value to liars like Michael Cohen testifying before Congress and M.L. recites his axiom that "If you want to know what goes on in the whorehouse, you don't ask the virgin (unless she's the janitor)."



Marc asks what kind of book President Donald J. Trump might write? M.L. says — surprise! — it could be like "The Kwame Sutra." (Available for $7.99 at select local booksellers!!!)M.L. reviews sports pundits' predictions on last Sunday's MSU v U-M basketball game, with an assist from POTUS.



THE GREAT DEBATE: Detroit Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor dials in from Belleville High School – where the next LeBron James is playing – to discuss the NBA's "One-and-done" rule and whether college athletes should be paid. A heated discussion ensues in which M.L. declares victory, even though Marc and Shawn disagree vigorously. 



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Robert Kraft. Why do all the bigshots on the New England Patriots ask low-level workers to deflate their balls?



ROOM 7609: M.L. asks for a moment of silence for Talk Talk frontman Mark Hollis, who died at 64, while Marc reveals that his daughter has electronic drums – and an attitude.This week's selection "To Cut A Long Story Short" reveals that before Spandau Ballet gave the world every reason to consider them the softest band EVER with their hit tune "True," they had an edgy, funky, dark side. M.L. also reveals that his mouth don't work so good.






Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3364truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pilot-episode-february-20-2019--52617462 ML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are in the basement



INSIDE PAGE: Our weekly insights on the news and look behind the scene gets the inaugural "Soul of Detroit" podcast off on a bossy note, as M.L. rolls out some Rules of the Road. We're not sure when that became "a thing," but we're putting a stop to that "thing" — and more!



Marc asks M.L. if he ever gets frustrated when a "Problem Solvers" investigation fails to change anything and gets a surprisingly zen-like response.



Mike? Michael? Your Lordship? Trying to break through the mystique of "M.L."



Sports writer extraordinare and part-time epicure Shawn Windsor cops to indulging in unlimited chicken finger buffets while on the road.



Just what the hell is the "Red Shovel Network" anyway? And what are we doing here? We interrupt podcasting impresario and self-made network executive Drew Lane on a very important call to ask him just what the hell we're doing here.



Look back in anger. M.L. recaps his charity hockey game at Clark Park versus voluble and volatile attorney Mike Rataj. M.L. says "the kids won." Marc and Shawn get to the truth.



Synergy, algorithms, Big Data. What – if anything – do they mean?



A look ahead at the now finished Wolverine-Spartan basketball game. Who got it right — and which team has the better haircuts?



THE GREAT DEBATE: Who is Michigan's top college basketball coach: Tom Izzo, John Beilein … or Greg Kampe? Learn M.L.'s surprising choice and hear how when Marc pushes Shawn to pick, he punts!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Goodloe Sutton. What in the world did the editor and publisher of the tiny Democrat-Reporter in Linden, Alabama write that outraged a nation?



ROOM 7609: Drew drops in on M.L.'s weekly effort to preserve underappreciated NuWave tunes, which debuts with a B-side from Duran Duran. A lively discussion of John Taylor's prowess on the bass guitar ensues and, somehow, turns into a debate over the merits of late 80s baritoned deejays Alan Almond and The Electrifying Mojo


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>http://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/?p=60Fri, 01 Mar 2019 15:09:27 +0000ML ElrickML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are in the basement INSIDE PAGE: Our weekly insights on the news and look behind the scene gets the inaugural "Soul of Detroit" podcast off on a bossy note, as M.L.... ML Elrick (@elrick), Marc Fellhauer (@MarcFell) and Shawn Windsor (@ShawnWindsor) are in the basement



INSIDE PAGE: Our weekly insights on the news and look behind the scene gets the inaugural "Soul of Detroit" podcast off on a bossy note, as M.L. rolls out some Rules of the Road. We're not sure when that became "a thing," but we're putting a stop to that "thing" — and more!



Marc asks M.L. if he ever gets frustrated when a "Problem Solvers" investigation fails to change anything and gets a surprisingly zen-like response.



Mike? Michael? Your Lordship? Trying to break through the mystique of "M.L."



Sports writer extraordinare and part-time epicure Shawn Windsor cops to indulging in unlimited chicken finger buffets while on the road.



Just what the hell is the "Red Shovel Network" anyway? And what are we doing here? We interrupt podcasting impresario and self-made network executive Drew Lane on a very important call to ask him just what the hell we're doing here.



Look back in anger. M.L. recaps his charity hockey game at Clark Park versus voluble and volatile attorney Mike Rataj. M.L. says "the kids won." Marc and Shawn get to the truth.



Synergy, algorithms, Big Data. What – if anything – do they mean?



A look ahead at the now finished Wolverine-Spartan basketball game. Who got it right — and which team has the better haircuts?



THE GREAT DEBATE: Who is Michigan's top college basketball coach: Tom Izzo, John Beilein … or Greg Kampe? Learn M.L.'s surprising choice and hear how when Marc pushes Shawn to pick, he punts!



GEEK OF THE WEEK: Goodloe Sutton. What in the world did the editor and publisher of the tiny Democrat-Reporter in Linden, Alabama write that outraged a nation?



ROOM 7609: Drew drops in on M.L.'s weekly effort to preserve underappreciated NuWave tunes, which debuts with a B-side from Duran Duran. A lively discussion of John Taylor's prowess on the bass guitar ensues and, somehow, turns into a debate over the merits of late 80s baritoned deejays Alan Almond and The Electrifying Mojo


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ml-soul-of-detroit--5780647/support.]]>3709truefull