Sunday, June 16 2013 10:51 AM EDT2013-06-16 14:51:07 GMT
On this edition, Amy Lange fills in for Taryn, who's celebrating her birthday and an Emmy win. After E.M. Kevyn Orr presented his plan to restructure Detroit's debt, critics complained he's balancing
Amy Lange fills in for Taryn. Will Detroit's EM succeed in restructuring the city's debt? Plus a success story playing out in the old Bell Building.
Let It Rip Weekend: Beckmann Controversy, Residency Requirements & Les Gold
Sunday, June 2 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-06-02 15:08:08 GMT
Should Frank Beckmann go off the air as the voice of Wolverine Football for defending Sergio Garcia? Is forcing city workers to live in Detroit a good idea? And how would Les Gold turn the Motor city around?
On this episode, Deadline Detroit's Jeff Wattrick and former State Rep. Rocky Raczkowski join us to discuss the firestorm surrounding WJR's Frank Beckmann. Some are calling for the U of M to fire him
Let It Rip Weekend: Teacher Pay, EAA & Kids Keeping Score
Sunday, May 26 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-26 14:28:17 GMT
On this episode: Should teacher pay be based on how well their students do on standardized tests? Plus, is the state's EAA succeeding or failing? And should little kids keep score during their soccer & t-ball games?
On this episode: Detroit Federation of Teachers President Keith Johnson and Tyrone Winfrey with the Education Achievement Authority debate merit pay for teachers. Should they be paid based on their student
Let It Rip Weekend: Doggy Insurance, Pit Bull Bans & $15 Minimum Wage
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:33 AM EDT2013-05-19 14:33:58 GMT
This time we're talking about a new requirement in Royal Oak that has some dog owners taking out $1 million insurance policies on their pooches. Plus, Waterford Township is considering repealing their
Should owners of dangerous dogs have to take out $1 million insurance policies? Are pit bull bans a good idea? Plus, should the minimum wage be raised to $15 an hour?
Let It Rip Weekend: Gay Deportation & Have Democrats Failed the Black Community?
Sunday, May 12 2013 10:53 AM EDT2013-05-12 14:53:11 GMT
A Sunday of controversy on this edition of Let It Rip Weekend. First, is being gay a good reason to stay in the country illegally? That's the situation facing local artist Michel Mendy. After recently
Is being gay a good reason to stay in the country illegally? What if it meant life and death? Plus, has the Democratic Party failed the black community? It's a fiery debate you don't want to miss.
Thursday, June 6 2013 11:43 PM EDT2013-06-07 03:43:45 GMT
This week's topics include the new Wayne County Jail, where construction has been halted as project costs are reviewed, and the latest scandal involving performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
This week's topics include the new Wayne County Jail, where construction has been halted as project costs are reviewed, and the latest scandal involving performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
Thursday, May 30 2013 10:34 PM EDT2013-05-31 02:34:01 GMT
Paying off Detroit's debt by selling off art from the DIA, even the governor isn't sure it won't happen. Plus, we take a closer look at the issue of profiling this week on "Let It Rip."
Paying off Detroit's debt by selling off art from the DIA, even the governor isn't sure it won't happen. Plus, we take a closer look at the issue of profiling this week on "Let It Rip."
Friday, May 24 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-24 04:01:33 GMT
Geniene La'Shay Mott joined us to talk about her relationship with Judge Wade McCree. Plus, our panelists discussed the Boy Scouts' vote to allow openly gay boys into the program.
Geniene La'Shay Mott joined us to talk about her relationship with Judge Wade McCree. Plus, our panelists discussed the Boy Scouts' vote to allow openly gay boys into the program.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:14:39 GMT
Our panels discuss the recent attack at a Detroit gas station where customers just stood and watched and whether ex-cons should be given the chance to have their records wiped clean.
Our panels discuss the recent attack at a Detroit gas station where customers just stood and watched and whether ex-cons should be given the chance to have their records wiped clean.
Thursday, May 2 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-05-03 03:54:31 GMT
Todd's Guns in Lambertville in Monroe County is getting all kinds of attention after sponsoring a Little League team and putting the words "Todd's Guns" across the front of the jersey. There's more to this story.
Todd's Guns in Lambertville in Monroe County is getting all kinds of attention after sponsoring a Little League team and putting the words "Todd's Guns" across the front of the jersey. There's more to this story.
Thursday, April 25 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-04-26 03:26:38 GMT
The race for Detroit mayor is heating up. Candidates Lisa Howze and Tom Barrow, as well as political consultant Steve Hood, joined us for "Let It Rip."
The race for Detroit mayor is heating up. Candidates Lisa Howze and Tom Barrow, as well as political consultant Steve Hood, joined us for "Let It Rip."
Thursday, April 25 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-04-26 03:22:22 GMT
Congress may pass a law that would require the collection of sales tax on the Internet. Fox 2's Charlie Langton took "Let It Rip" on the road and asked people whether this is a good idea.
Congress may pass a law that would require the collection of sales tax on the Internet. Fox 2's Charlie Langton took "Let It Rip" on the road and asked people whether this is a good idea.
Thursday, April 25 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-04-26 03:20:44 GMT
The marijuana debate is heating up in Michigan. Some lawmakers are leading a campaign to reduce the penalties for smoking pot. State Rep. Jeff Irwin and Judge Jodi Debbrecht join us to discuss.
The marijuana debate is heating up in Michigan. Some lawmakers are leading a campaign to reduce the penalties for smoking pot. State Rep. Jeff Irwin and Judge Jodi Debbrecht join us to discuss.
Friday, April 12 2013 12:00 PM EDT2013-04-12 16:00:29 GMT
A new reports says homicide is the leading cause of death for young black men. We take a closer look at what is being called "the new American tragedy."
A new reports says homicide is the leading cause of death for young black men. We take a closer look at what is being called "the new American tragedy."
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