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Detroit Economic Club's Podcast

Detroit Economic Club's Podcast

Hosted by Detroit Economic Club

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Episodes

100

Latest episode

Jun 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Formed in 1934 as a platform for the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It is known internationally as a top speaking forum for prominent business, academic, and government officials, who address members and their guests at the Club's 35 meeting season. With more than 3,500 members, the DEC is a forum for vital issues. The DEC claims to have hosted every U.S. President since Richard Nixon and is ranked among the top speaking platforms in the world. The DEC is one of the most valued podiums for CEO's in the world and one of the top five executive speaking forums in America.

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June 10, 202655 min

DEC Presents: A Conversation with Senator Slotkin

The DEC hosted the Honorable Elissa Slotkin, U.S. Senator for Michigan, on Monday, June 8, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. Roop Raj of Fox 2 Detroit moderated the discussion

May 12, 202653 min

Michigan State & Spartan Athletics: Leading Through Innovation

On May 8, the DEC hosted Kevin Guskiewicz, Ph.D., President of Michigan State University, and J Batt, Vice President and Director of Athletics, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel. The discussion was moderated by Matt Elliott, Founder and CEO of Blue Lake Ideas.

May 5, 202649 min

Economic and Automotive Industry Outlook for the U.S. and Our Region

On April 30, the DEC hosted Gus Faucher, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at PNC Bank, along with Mike Wall, Executive Director of Automotive Analysis at S&P Global Mobility, at the Masonic. The discussion was moderated by Michael Bickers, the Regional President for Detroit and Southeastern Michigan at PNC Bank.

April 20, 202658 min

The 2026 Detroit Lions are On the Clock!

The DEC hosted "The 2026 Detroit Lions are On the Clock!" on Thursday, April 18, at MotorCity Casino Hotel. Detroit Lions Team President Ron Wood spoke with Brad Galli of WXYZ-TV (Channel 7) to open the meeting. A panel of Lions beat writers followed by engaging in an interactive multimedia discussion about the upcoming draft and the Lions' 2026 season.

April 8, 202651 min

A Conversation on the Economy and Monetary Policy

The DEC hosted Austan Goolsbee, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, on April 7 at the Masonic. Detroit Regional Chamber's Sandy Baruah moderated the discussion.

March 13, 202647 min

Still Steel Strong: The Future of U. S. Steel and American Industry

The DEC hosted David Burritt, President & CEO of U. S. Steel, on March 12 at the Masonic. Daniel Howes of the Detroit News moderated the discussion.

March 5, 202652 min

DEC Presents: Governor Andy Beshear

The DEC hosted Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear on March 4 at Huntington Place. Gary Torgow, Chair of Huntington Bank, moderated the discussion.

February 23, 202644 min

DEC Presents: A Conversation with Rahm Emanuel

The DEC hosted Ambassador Rahm Emanuel, the former Mayor of Chicago, on February 17 at the Masonic. Stephen Henderson, the Founder of Bridge Detroit and host of American Black Journal, moderated the discussion.

February 6, 202648 min

A Purposeful Warrior's Vision for a Stronger Michigan

The DEC hosted Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on February 5 at the Masonic, where Dennis W. Archer, Jr. of Sixteen42 Ventures moderated the discussion.

January 13, 20261 hr 4 min

DEC Presents: President Donald J. Trump

On Tuesday, January 13, the DEC hosted President Trump at the MotorCity Casino Hotel, where he addressed DEC members and guests.

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