On The Line

On The Line

On The Line is a weekly news podcast made in Detroit by the reporters at the Free Press. Twenty minutes a week, every Friday, hosted by Cary Junior II.

Episodes

January 18, 2023 17 mins

You’ve heard tales about the city. But have you heard the whole story? An exploration of the lens through which we should view Detroit’s progress. 

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A Black Detroiter is set to lead a state chamber. Democrats overtook the Legislature. Is it a salve to the loss of homegrown representation? 

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Lawmakers tried to limit the use of certain tactics on students in 2016. They’ve been used nearly 94,000 times since then. And mainly on kids with disabilities.

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Tough questions from kids, unruly parents, a hose under your suit - there's more to being jolly old St. Nick than a red suit and white beard. With multimedia photo editor Kelly Jordan.

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Seven Detroit Free Press journalists take a look at the crystal ball ahead of the new year. With help from Report for America. 

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December 9, 2022 17 mins

After high prices and rising credit card interest rates this year, we turn to the Free Press' financial columnist for advice on how to maintain the holiday cheer without breaking the bank.

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School shooting survivors from Oxford and Uvalde find joy in acting like kids again at a party in Texas. With Free Press photojournalist Sarahbeth Maney.

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Mitch Albom, who was one of the 100,000-plus in attendance for the 1997 Michigan-Ohio State game at the Big House, joins Andrew Hammond this week. Albom remembers the Wolverines' dominate defense and Charles Woodson's signature moment that sent U-M to the Rose Bowl. 

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Tony Garcia joins the guys to discuss all things Michigan vs. Ohio State. Later, Carlos & Shawn talk the Lions' win streak and playoff potential.  

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November 18, 2022 20 mins

Tough questions from kids, unruly parents, a hose under your suit - there's more to being jolly old St. Nick than a red suit and white beard. With multimedia photo editor Kelly Jordan.

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Do Republicans have any shot at policymaking after Democrats take power in Lansing? Can Democrats really get everything they want? And what about 2024? With Free Press politics reporter Dave Boucher.

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November 4, 2022 21 mins

False claims already are swirling ahead of the Nov. 8 election in Michigan. So what protects our voting process? With politics reporter Clara Hendrickson.

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You’ve heard the rhetoric. But what are the realities of Prop 3? With Free Press reporters Clara Hendrickson and Dave Boucher (Gubernatorial debate audio provided by WOOD TV8 and WXYZ/SCRIPPS)

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Should Democrats take power in the state Senate for the first time since the ‘80s, big legislative moves that impact Michiganders could be on the horizon. How likely is it Republicans hold on?

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October 14, 2022 19 mins

Lawmakers tried to limit the use of certain tactics on students in 2016. They’ve been used nearly 94,000 times since then. And mainly on kids with disabilities.

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October 7, 2022 19 mins

A fatal police shooting, ShotSpotter and an increase for officer pay have made headlines of recent. What does it all say about Detroit’s approach to policing post-George Floyd and in the future?

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September 30, 2022 17 mins

Sometimes a tree, a cup, or drinking nearly no water is the best solution for Detroit’s limited public restrooms, those experiencing homelessness in the city say.

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Don’t deal in cryptocurrency? Scammers could still get you in a growing scheme. 

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September 16, 2022 17 mins

Have our favorite sci-fi movies come to life? At the Detroit auto show, vendors say the future is now.

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Michigan gives people with mental illnesses and other disabilities their own set of rights. Those rights, though, are often not enforced.

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