Detroit is Different

  • Latest episode: “One Opportunity to Make That First Impression: The Gospel of Hot Sam’s with Tony Stovall”
  • Latest episode: “When Organizers Step Into Office: Stephanie Chang on Legacy, Justice & Detroit’s Future”
  • Latest episode: “By Us, For Us, About Us, Near Us: Gary Anderson on Black Theatre in 2026”

  • Latest episode: “One Opportunity to Make That First Impression: The Gospel of Hot Sam’s with Tony Stovall”
  • Latest episode: “When Organizers Step Into Office: Stephanie Chang on Legacy, Justice & Detroit’s Future”
  • Latest episode: “By Us, For Us, About Us, Near Us: Gary Anderson on Black Theatre in 2026”

The legacy and wisdom of Detroit’s own Helen Moore, a trailblazer in community organizing and education advocacy, as she shares an inspiring journey spanning nearly nine decades. From surviving the racial tensions of 1940s Detroit to her pivotal role in shaping the city’s educational landscape, Moore reflects on her family’s migration story, Detroit’s history of rebellion, and her relentless fight to empower Black children through equitable education. Listen as she weaves stories of courage, strategy, and collective action—taking on systemic racism, advocating for African-centered education, and mobilizing parents and communities to keep the vote and protect Detroit’s schools. This episode is a masterclass in resistance, resilience, and the power of a united community to create change.