Detroit is Different

06/15/2025

I got over 1,000 reactions on my posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉

06/12/2025

Step Into Service: One Day, One Stop, One Career with Wayne County Sheriff

Join the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office for a unique One-Stop Hiring Event on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Wayne County Criminal Justice Center (5301 Russell Street, Detroit, MI 48211). This event is open to anyone 18 and older looking to begin a career in law enforcement. Attendees can pre-register at sheriffconnect.com/onestop to fast-track their experience, allowing recruiters to conduct pre-checks and provide key details ahead of time. Walk-ins are welcome but may experience slower processing. Participants will complete a written exam, health screening (no drug testing), and an agility test—all in one visit. Expect a welcoming environment with snacks, mentorship from current deputies, and the chance to explore specialty units like the SWAT team, K9s, Mounted Patrol, Motorcycle Unit, and more. Registration requires your name, phone number, email, birthdate, and driver’s license number. The full process takes about two hours, making this a streamlined, same-day opportunity to step into a meaningful career with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office.

06/12/2025

The One-Minute Budget Miracle

"On the campaign trail, it's a challenge: 'You have one minute to tell me how you're gonna balance the budget for the next 20 years.' But it's essential to have deeper conversations about what elected officials can realistically accomplish. In my latest conversation with Detroit Mayoral Candidate Saunteel Jenkins, we delve into the complexities of district versus at-large representation, and the real power — or lack thereof — that local council members hold. Discover why understanding these nuances is crucial for Detroit's future.

Detroit Made Me: Saunteel Jenkins on Grief, Grit, and Growing Up on Joy Road
Detroit is Different episode 457 with Saunteel Jenkins

06/11/2025

Collard Green Cook-Off 2025
Saturday, July 26, 2025 2pm - 6pm
Chandler Park 12831 Frankfort Street Detroit, MI 48213

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind cultural celebration that brings together food, flavor, and community at Chandler Park on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 2 PM – 6 PM. The Collard Green Cook-Off is FREE and open to all—whether you’re a foodie, a music lover, a community builder, or just want to vibe with Detroit’s finest.

🌿 FREE Entry + 1 Free Taste Ticket – Your first plate is on us! Sample bold and creative collard green dishes crafted by Detroit’s top Black chefs using greens from local Black-owned farms.

🎧 Live Music & Performances – Enjoy the sounds of Detroit with a live stage showcasing DJs, vocalists, bands, and cultural performances throughout the day.

🍴 Culinary Competition – Taste collard greens like you’ve never had them before—infused with coconut milk, smoked turkey, Caribbean spices, and more. Then vote for your favorites!

🛍️ Community Booths – Connect with grassroots organizations doing powerful work in Detroit.

🎨 Family Fun & Activities – Bring the whole crew! There will be activities for kids, art-making, games, and community storytelling spaces.

🎉 Cultural Vibes & Community Pride – This isn’t just a food event—it’s a celebration of our legacy, our hustle, and our flavor.

06/10/2025

📢 Calling All Detroit Organic Farmers! 🌱

Mama Erin from the Detroit Black Farmer Land Fund is looking for YOU! If you're growing fresh, chemical-free produce right here in the city, it's time to connect. We're spotlighting local growers at the 2025 Collard Green Cook-Off and want your farm in the mix! 🥬✨

Are you:
✅ Growing within Detroit city limits?
✅ Pesticide-free and organic?
✅ Following GAAMP practices?
✅ Complaint-free with MDARD?
✅ Proud to grow fresh, local, and clean?

If so, we want to shine a light on your work! Orientation is tentatively set for July 8 at 6 PM (location TBA). Tap in now—email us at [email protected]

This is your season, Detroit. Let’s grow together. 🌻

06/10/2025

📣 Calling All Detroit Chefs! 🍽️🌿

Are you ready to put your culinary skills to the test and show out at one of the city’s most flavorful traditions? The 2025 Collard Green Cook-Off is looking for YOU!

🔥 Enter to be a featured chef and represent Detroit’s rich food culture.

Here’s what you need to do:
✅ Be licensed through a shared commercial kitchen OR get a temp license from the Detroit Health Department
✅ Prepare your entry at a licensed kitchen
✅ Have your food business registered with the State of Michigan
✅ Hold food liability insurance

New to the game? No stress! Email us at [email protected] and we’ll walk you through getting started.

🗓️ Save the date: In-person orientation is July 8 at 6 PM—location TBA!

Let’s elevate your food hustle. Get licensed. Get insured. Let’s get COOKING! 🔥

06/05/2025

Khary Frazier of Detroit is Different & Malachi Barrett of Bridge Detroit talk Detroit Mayoral Race Update from polling

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06/04/2025

Detroit is Different & Good Cakes and Bakes Present
What’s Sweet & What’s Spicy: A Live Podcast on Black Business & Community
📅 Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 🕒 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Good Cakes and Bakes | 19363 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221
🎟️ Free and open to the public

Join us for a sweet slice of culture and conversation during the Avenue of Fashions Juneteenth Celebration! Detroit is Different goes live in-store with a special podcast hosted by Khary Frazier, featuring a powerful dialogue with April Anderson, owner of Detroit’s cherished Good Cakes and Bakes.

From 3 PM to 4 PM, we’ll dive into April’s journey—baking brilliance, community commitment, and entrepreneurial grit—all grounded in the rich legacy of Black business in Detroit. Stay afterward to connect, reflect, and celebrate culture with us.

Live podcast, good vibes, and a community that rises—together.

06/04/2025

Detroit is Different is proud to support Liberation Link Up, a Juneteenth celebration dedicated to honoring Black entrepreneurship, wellness, and liberation in the heart of Detroit.

Hosted by Detroit is Different founder Khary Frazier, this powerful gathering will take place at the historic Saint Regis Hotel on W Grand Blvd and is presented in collaboration with Black Leaders Detroit and Bullish Institute of Financial Literacy LLC.

Join us for an evening that blends culture, connection, and community-driven impact. This upscale networking experience will feature:

Live music and DJ setting the tone for celebration

High-impact networking with Detroit’s economic and cultural leaders

An Entrepreneur Grant Competition where attendees help decide which business receives $5,000 in funding

Liberation Link Up
Friday, June 20, 2025
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Tickets under $30 on Eventbrite

Detroit is Different continues to uplift local voices and build platforms that empower. Celebrate Juneteenth with us in a space that champions Black excellence, creativity, and collective liberation.

06/02/2025

Beyond the Headlines, the Silent Scandals of Duggan's Term

"Integrity is what voters demand, but media coverage sometimes tells a different story," notes communications expert Karen Dumas. In this riveting interview on Detroit Next, Dumas dissects the hidden narratives that shaped Duggan's term and questions the role of media in crafting political scandals. How does media bias shape our perception of integrity and leadership? Join us as we delve into these compelling insights. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion.

Do Any Candidates Have What it Takes to be Mayor?
Detroit Next Episode 8 with Karen Dumas & Anthony Adams
Detroit Next is a special project from Bride Detroit and Detroit is Different collaboration

05/29/2025

a George Floyd Moment Part III of III on WDIV News Detroit (from Sun May 25, 2025 11pm)

“We’re building blocks around unity and self-determination.”

Detroit is Different founder Khary Frazier was featured on WDIV Local 4 News with Victor Williams to speak on George Floyd Moment III: What’s Changed, What’s Not Changed? — an intergenerational dialogue on policing and community happening Saturday, May 31, from 1–3PM at the University of Michigan Detroit Center.

Khary reflected on how George Floyd’s murder became a defining moment — especially for younger generations in Detroit — comparing its impact to an “Emmett Till moment.”

U of M Detroit Center | 3663 Woodward Ave #150
Catered by Delectables by Design (Chef Kay)
Moderated by Rebecca Irby (New Detroit)
Hosted by Dr. Paul Draus
Featuring Victoria Camille (District 7 Police Commission Candidate) and more

This is more than a panel — it's about truth, healing, and collective power. Come hear the voices of our youth, elders, and community advocates.

Free and open to the public

Shoutout to Victor Williams and WDIV Local 4 News for helping share the story.

“We’re building blocks around unity and self-determination.”Detroit is Different founder Khary Frazier was featured on WDIV Local 4 News with Victor Williams...

05/29/2025

Thank You, Family

I’m overflowing with gratitude. Since April 2014, Detroit is Different has been a labor of love—uplifting the voices, stories, and spirits of Legacy Black Detroit. It’s been a journey built on community, culture, and consistency. And now, we’ve been recognized for that work.

Detroit is Different has been named by MillionPodcasts as:
🎙️ One of the Top 100 Black Podcasts ( #28)
🎙️ One of the Top 100 African American Podcasts ( #62)
🎙️ One of the Top 80 African Diaspora Podcasts ( #32)

This recognition is humbling. Every guest who has shared their truth, every listener who has tuned in for a minute or an episode—you are part of this. In a city as rich and complicated as Detroit, it’s no small task to stay rooted in authenticity while growing a business. But your continued encouragement has made it possible.

To those who’ve supported this work—from the North End to Northwest, from Seven Mile to the Riverfront—thank you for believing in the power of storytelling, culture, and legacy.

Please continue to listen, share, and support. We’re not just building a podcast. We’re building a cultural archive, a healing space, and a platform for our people to shine.

With deepest gratitude and love,

Detroit is Different