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Unconventional is one way to describe Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan. Even before his surprise announcement that he’s running for governor as an independent, Duggan helped lead with vision and a relentless determination. From vibrant parks and commercial growth to major healthcare expansion and job creation, the city is rising. In this episode, you’ll learn how Duggan balanced business growth with neighborhood renewal, ensuring Detroiters benefit first.
1:58- Mayor Mike Duggan reflects on the professionalism of city council meetings compared to his past experiences.
2:55- Duggan talks about revitalizing the city parks
4:09- Duggan discusses the balance between business needs and neighborhood development, using the Stellantis auto plant as an example.
5:55- How the city prioritized investing in healthcare
8:13- The power of partnerships in reshaping Detroit
9:26- Duggan talks about the city's efforts to address homelessness, including building affordable housing and providing shelter beds.
10:59- Duggan shares a story about James White's business plan for a real-time crime center, emphasizing the need for metrics in crime reduction.
12:37- Duggan highlights his partnership with Detroit City Council and the shift from blaming others to constructive problem-solving.
14:39- Duggan shares a personal anecdote about waiting at a Detroit restaurant, highlighting the city's popularity.
15:24- Bob and the Mayor discuss the challenges and opportunities of running for governor as an independent.
18:15- Duggan shares his positive experiences at airports, where people from across the state have shown support for his independent candidacy.
20:17- Bob reflects on the conversation with Mayor Duggan, and on the importance of taking a long-term view and seizing opportunities for positive change.
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Arn Tellem’s bold voice didn’t miraculously appear overnight. It took a path all his own, from aspiring sports announcer to a successful sports agent, Tellem took his big ideas to the Detroit Pistons where he is the team’s Vice Chair and a key player in shaping Detroit’s future. In this episode, you’ll learn why Tellem shows his emotions, the depth of his commitment to community service in building a better Detroit, and how three key partnerships are shaping his world: on the court, in the community, and in his own home.
1:34 - Arn talks about how he initially thought he could have a career as a sports announcer.
2:03 - An article by Jerry Kapstein first inspires Arn to think about a potential career in sports management.
2:55 - Arn discusses the impact of the movie Jerry McGuire, which was inspired by his success story as a sports agent.
5:19 - At the end of 1988, Arn decides to leave the law firm he's been with for nine years to set up a sports management firm.
7:27 - Arn talks about being inspired by the Pistons commitment to the revitalization of Detroit, and how that factored into his decision to relocate, despite having no historical connections to the city.
8:08 - Arn expresses his admiration for Detroit's sense of community: how people of different backgrounds and beliefs share a desire to make the city a better place.
9:07 - Bob Riney points out the two characteristics of Arn's he most admires: Arn’s willingness to show his emotions, and his confidence in letting people know where he stands politically.
10:32 - Arn tells Bob how he looks out for his clients’ interests 24/7, a principle that he believes has led to his success as an agent.
12:31 - Bob and Arn talk about their marriages to strong, independent women, and how those partnerships have helped both their careers.
14:22 - Arn outlines the Pistons partnership with Henry Ford Health, and how both organizations share a commitment to Detroit's continued revitalization.
18:16 - Arn talks about some of the up-and-coming star athletes in the Pistons’ lineup, and his optimism about the team's future success.
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The BOBcast is a podcast dedicated to Detroit’s future and where crucial conversations and big ideas come to life. Hosted by Bob Riney, President and CEO of Henry Ford Health, The BOBcast tackles seemingly unsolvable challenges, and introduces us to the relentless visionaries driving change. With grit and grace, The BOBcast brings you inside the conversations and ideas shaping Detroit’s future. Subscribe, follow, and share on your favorite podcast channel or YouTube. If you have a suggestion for a topic or guest, email us at [email protected].
