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Authentically Detroit

Donna & Orlando
Detroit
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Civil Rights
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Mental Health
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Community Engagement
Community Empowerment
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Voter Apathy
Megan Kashat
Detroit Mulch

Authentically Detroit is the leading podcast in the city for candid conversations, exchanging progressive ideas, and centering resident perspectives on current events.

Hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Orlando P. Bailey.

Produced by Sarah Johnson and Engineered by Griffin Hutchings.

Check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @AuthenticallyDetroit!

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Latest Episodes

On this episode Orlando sat down with legendary public relations executive, Georgella Muirhead and Vice President of 98Forward, Antonice Strickland to discuss how Georgella’s career shaped Detroit's communications landscape and paved the way for the ... more

The Authentically Detroit Podcast Network in collaboration with Detroit One Million presents: The Black Detroit Democracy Podcast, hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Sam Robinson!

Together, Donna and Sam illuminate the complexities of Detroit’s uni... more

On this episode Donna and Orlando sat down with Sidewalk Detroit Program Director, Augusta Morrison and Earth Futures Fellow, Billy Mark to discuss the Echoes Soundmaps project and how they’re advancing public life through the lens of arts, culture, ... more

The Authentically Detroit Podcast Network in collaboration with Detroit One Million presents: The Black Detroit Democracy Podcast, hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Sam Robinson!

Together, Donna and Sam illuminate the complexities of Detroit’s uni... more

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Recent Guests

Maxwell Murray
Youth Development and Community Engagement Director for Detroit City FC
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Episode: Black Detroit Democracy Podcast: Detroit City FC, Fair Development and Community Power with Maxwell Murray
Onjila Odeneal
Chief Executive Officer, Executive Director of Detroit Promise
Detroit Promise
Episode: Detroit Promise, Real Futures with Onjila Odeneal
Aaron Marsh
Director of Finance at LifeBUILDERS Detroit.
LifeBUILDERS Detroit
Episode: Rebuilding Hope In Regent Park with Aaron Marsh and Noah Stricker
Noah Stricker
Deputy Director at LifeBUILDERS Detroit.
LifeBUILDERS Detroit
Episode: Rebuilding Hope In Regent Park with Aaron Marsh and Noah Stricker
Branden Snyder
State Director of The Working Families Party
The Working Families Party
Episode: Detroit’s Next Chapter: Organizing Beyond Election Day with Branden Snyder
Imani Foster
Chief Operating Officer of In The Mix Detroit
In The Mix Detroit
Episode: Wages, Greens, and Grit with Ederique Goudia and Imani Foster
Chef Ederique Goudia
Owner of In The Business of Food and contributor to a cookbook on African American food history.
In The Business of Food
Episode: Wages, Greens, and Grit with Ederique Goudia and Imani Foster
Adam Hollier
Former state senator and candidate for Secretary of State in Michigan
Episode: Black Detroit Democracy Podcast: From Congressional Race to Secretary of State with Adam Hollier
David Daley
Investigative journalist and author
Episode: AntiDemocratic: The 50-Year Plot to Control American Elections with David Daley

Hosts

Donna Givens Davidson
President and CEO of the East Side Community Network, Co-host of the series.
Sam Robinson
Founder of Detroit One Million, Co-host of the series.
Orlando P. Bailey
Co-host of the series.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Quality Data & Discussion

    New segment, Detroit By The Numbers is 🔥…data gives real context

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Don McGuap
    United States23 days ago
  • Great Detroit Content

    Substantive local discussion is getting harder to find. Authenticity Detroit pulls no punches and is a tremendous platform with great discussion

    Five Stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike D from Detroit
    United States6 months ago
  • Best episode yet, More!

    Trifecta (past, present, and future)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Don McGuap
    United States9 months ago
  • Stop Playing!!!

    Can we get an episode each day please?

    Plus this podcast should be recorded from a live chat room!!! 😂 Keep doing y’all…Thanks for the hyper local insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Don McGuap
    United States2 years ago
  • National treasure

    Donna and Orlando share critical insights, voices, and perspectives on issues facing Detroiters and the East Side. The show examines problems in historic context, explores potential solutions, and has fun. You are a national treasure! You have taught me so much and I can’t thank you enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wheel1nger
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the authentic and engaging discussions that highlight critical issues affecting the community.
The podcast is seen as a vital platform for grassroots ideas and advocacy, encouraging participation in civic matters.
Overall, listeners commend the show for its emphasis on educating the community and fostering dialogue.
Some desire a more frequent release schedule to keep up with the rapidly changing events in their community.
Many find the topics relevant and impactful, often praising the hosts for their insightful perspectives.

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Black Detroit Democracy Podcast: Detroit City FC, Fair Development and Community Power with Maxwell Murray
Q: Maxwell, can you talk about your travels and things that you learned there that you're bringing back into this Detroit experience?
Maxwell shares his experiences traveling to different countries and how those experiences expanded his understanding of community and identity, particularly related to the sport of soccer.
Candidate Series: Inside the City Council Race w/ Denzel McCampbell, Tyrone Carter and Gabriela Santiago-Romero
Q: Gabriela, can you talk about both the tensions in your role as a representative for diverse communities?
I represent a diverse group of people and believe in the importance of shared experiences and finding commonalities among us.
Candidate Series: Inside the City Council Race w/ Denzel McCampbell, Tyrone Carter and Gabriela Santiago-Romero
Q: Denzel, how do you describe yourself politically?
I am on the left and a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, advocating for basic needs for all.
Candidate Series: Inside the City Council Race w/ Denzel McCampbell, Tyrone Carter and Gabriela Santiago-Romero
Q: Tyrone, why are you running for city council?
I want to come home to my community and ensure that the benefits and resources I fought for in Lansing are received at the local level.
Candidate Series: Inside the City Council Race w/ Denzel McCampbell, Tyrone Carter and Gabriela Santiago-Romero
Q: What are your thoughts on DPS, and what would you do to try and help improve it?
We need to make sure the city government provides resources for students facing housing troubles and partner with organizations that provide after school programs.

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Recent guests on Authentically Detroit include:

1. Maxwell Murray
2. Onjila Odeneal
3. Aaron Marsh
4. Noah Stricker
5. Branden Snyder
6. Imani Foster
7. Chef Ederique Goudia
8. Adam Hollier

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