Detroit is Different

  • Latest episode: “From School Board to County Commission: Angelique Mayberry-Peterson’s Community Journey”
  • Latest episode: “Detroit’s Most Wanted & Design Classrooms: Dre Clemons Connects the Past to the Future”
  • Latest episode: “You Have to Be Involved: Nicole Small on Detroit Power, Politics, and People”

  • Latest episode: “From School Board to County Commission: Angelique Mayberry-Peterson’s Community Journey”
  • Latest episode: “Detroit’s Most Wanted & Design Classrooms: Dre Clemons Connects the Past to the Future”
  • Latest episode: “You Have to Be Involved: Nicole Small on Detroit Power, Politics, and People”

In the summer of 1967, as Detroit was embroiled in one of its most transformative moments, Glady’s Bettis found herself halfway across the globe in Germany, where her journey as a trailblazer began. In this inspiring episode, Glady’s—known affectionately as “MaBus”—shares her incredible story of leadership as a big sister, her role as a guiding force for siblings, children, and NFL moms, and her unwavering commitment to family. Discover how she initially resisted her son Jerome’s passion for football but became his biggest supporter, never missing a game. Dive into the Bettis family’s deep love for bowling, their fierce dedication to one another, and the heartwarming tale of how her husband, John Bettis Sr., literally swept her off her feet. Their enduring love and legacy laid the foundation for one of the greatest Super Bowl stories in NFL history, culminating right here in Detroit. Don’t miss this captivating episode of Detroit is Different, featuring Glady’s “MaBus” Bettis!