A Conversation With...
My name is Mark Andrew, and welcome to my new podcast, where I dive into the vibrant stories of Detroit’s most interesting people. Each episode will feature engaging conversations with local talents, innovators, and visionaries who are making a difference in our community. Additionally, I’ll occasionally welcome national guests to share their unique perspectives and experiences. Whether you’re a lifelong Detroiter or just curious about what makes our city special, this podcast promises to inspire and entertain. Don’t miss out on the chance to hear these fascinating stories—tune in and join the journey!
Episodes
Aug 19, 2025
Aug 19, 2025
59 min
In this episode, we are excited to welcome John Gallagher, a seasoned news reporter for the Detroit Free Press and the accomplished author of "Rust Belt Reporter." John shares his experiences covering significant stories on the streets of both Chicago and Detroit, offering insights into the challenging world of urban journalism. He also delves into his personal journey as a writer, explaining what inspired him to become an author and the challenges he faced along the way. Our conversation was not only enlightening but also inspiring, as John provided valuable perspectives on the role of journalism in capturing the essence of the Rust Belt. Tune in for a fascinating discussion that highlights the rich stories behind the headlines.
#MarkAndrew
#JohnGallagher
#RustBeltReporter
#DetroitFreePress
#Freep
#Journalism
Aug 5, 2025
Aug 5, 2025
53 min
Join us this week for a conversation with veteran street reporter Ronnie Dahl. Ronnie spent years at Channel 2 and Channel 7 as both a general assignment reporter and a consumer advocate. She covered crime, politics, and business; more importantly, she brought us the news every night at eleven. We discuss the importance of on-the-ground reporters in a city like Detroit and what it takes to dig for the story in an environment where "If it bleeds, it leads" often takes on a literal meaning. She has a great story to tell. Enjoy the conversation!
#MarkAndrew
#RonnieDahl
#Fox2Detroit
#WXYZDetroit
#InvestigativeReporter
#ATF
Jun 26, 2025
Jun 26, 2025
53 min
This week on the podcast, we welcome Hoover, a fighter pilot, aircraft safety advocate, and YouTube content creator from the channel Pilot Debrief. We discuss his journey from military service to becoming a content creator with nearly a million subscribers. Hoover shares insights into his passion for flying safety and explains how he investigates plane crashes to create his videos.
Home - Pilot Debrief
Pilot Debrief - YouTube
#HooverPilotDebrief
#PilotDebrief
#FighterPilot
Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
57 min
The director of the film festival favorite "Disfluency" was in studio with us to talk about her career. We take a look at her time growing up in Michigan, studying film at the University of Michigan, her experiences writing and directing a short film, and bringing that story to a full-length feature film and receiving a theatrical release.
"Disfluency" is a great film, and Anna is an exciting new indie film director who we can't wait to see what projects she brings us next.
Anna has a great story to tell, and I hope you enjoy the conversation.
@annabellabaum
@disfluencymovie
#AnnaBaumgarten
#Disfluency
#FilmMaker
#Michigan
#FilmFestival