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.
Latest episodes
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18 min
When you hear about Detroit
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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20 min
Will concerns of Black Detroiters get a fair shot in Lansing?
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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20 min
Isolated, traumatized in Michigan schools (originally aired Oct. 14, 2022)
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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19 min
Santas share trade secrets at Santa school (originally aired Nov. 17, 2022)
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 Jor…
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20 min
Free Press staff looks ahead to stories in 2023
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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18 min
Susan Tompor gets us through the holidays
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 t…
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19 min
Oxford teen's 'little bestie' is Uvalde survivor
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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29 min
Road to the Victors: Mitch Albom remembers 1997 Michigan vs. Ohio State, Charles Woodson's Heisman moments
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' d…
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1 h 13
Free Press Sports with Carlos and Shawn: "The Game" - Michigan Football vs. Ohio State
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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20 min
Santas share trade secrets at Santa school
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 Jor…
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24 min
The Michigan Legislature went blue. Now what?
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 rep…
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22 min
Democracy's first true test since 2020
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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22 min
Prop 3 and the fight over abortion in Michigan
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 W…
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20 min
Michigan Democrats have rare shot at majority
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 Republic…
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19 min
Isolated, traumatized in Michigan schools
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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19 min
Detroit police in the spotlight
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…
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18 min
Trying to find a bathroom in Detroit
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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19 min
She got a job offer. Then lost $500 in a Bitcoin scam
Don’t deal in cryptocurrency? Scammers could still get you in a growing scheme.
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18 min
Flying cars at the auto show
Have our favorite sci-fi movies come to life? At the Detroit auto show, vendors say the future is now. Our show notes can be found here.
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19 min
A flawed system to protect Michigan’s most vulnerable
Michigan gives people with mental illnesses and other disabilities their own set of rights. Those rights, though, are often not enforced. Our show notes can be found here