Tag: Detroit
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610 CKTB | The Art of the Shakedown: Trump’s “CORLEONE” PRESIDENCY
Host Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the “Corleone Presidency,” focusing on the $6.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge being held hostage by private interests. They examine rising border fees, tech sector “vigs,” and how the White House uses “shakedown” tactics to bypass traditional governance, impacting the Windsor-Detroit economy.
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The Art of the Shakedown: Trump’s “CORLEONE” PRESIDENCY
Jon Liedtke exposes the “Corleone Presidency,” arguing the $6.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge is being held hostage in a global shakedown. From 400% border fee hikes to tech sector “vigs,” Liedtke breaks down how the Windsor-Detroit corridor became a pay-to-play gauntlet and why Canada must finally punch back.
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A $6.5-Billion Middle Finger: Breaking Moroun’s Ambassador Bridge Monopoly
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finished, but “Mr. Hockey” is being held hostage. Between billionaire backroom deals and protectionist shakedowns, our national sovereignty is under fire. It’s time to stop negotiating with a private dynasty, expropriate the Ambassador Bridge, and reclaim the $400-million-a-day “Windsor Wedge” for the public good.
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610 CKTB| The Hostage-Taking of Gordie Howe: How the Morouns & Trump Threaten Border Sovereignty
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finished, but “Mr. Hockey” is being held hostage. Between billionaire backroom deals and protectionist shakedowns, our national sovereignty is under fire. It’s time to stop negotiating with a private dynasty, expropriate the Ambassador Bridge, and reclaim the $400-million-a-day “Windsor Wedge” for the public good.
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610 CKTB | The Bridge Ransom & Racist Memes: Trump’s Epstein Smokescreen
Tune in as Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke break down Donald Trump’s latest Truth Social firestorm. From racially charged AI parodies of the Obamas to threats against the Gordie Howe International Bridge, they explore the “ransom note” diplomacy and domestic distractions shaping current Canada-U.S. relations in this candid 610 CKTB interview.
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From Cold War Typo to Christmas Magic: How a Sears Mistake Created NORAD’s Santa Tracker
What started as a Cold War misprint in 1955 has evolved into a global, AI-enhanced phenomenon. On its 70th anniversary, the NORAD Santa Tracker remains a fascinating blend of military precision and holiday whimsy. From a “red phone” accident to a corporate-sponsored operation utilizing 1,500 volunteers and generative AI, discover how a cynical PR flex…
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610 CKTB | Rum Runner’s Christmas & When Whiskey Fueled the Detroit River
Step back 100 years to the “Rum Runner’s Christmas” of 1925. Jon Liedtke joins Gene to reveal how the frozen Detroit River became a treacherous highway for “Whiskey Six” Studebakers smuggling booze into Prohibition-era America. Discover the terrifying “Open Door Rule” drivers used to survive the ice, how Windsor’s smugglers helped build Las Vegas, and…
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Rumrunner’s Christmas: When a frozen Detroit River ran on Whiskey-fueled Studebakers
A century ago, the Windsor-Detroit border was the epicenter of a global black market, funneling 75% of Prohibition-era booze into the U.S. via “Whiskey Six” Studebakers racing across the ice. Today, the roles have flipped, as Canada’s liquor monopolies hold the cards in a sophisticated trade war. Discover how Windsor evolved from America’s legendary bartender…
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The CJN: How Canadians are celebrating a joyous Hanukkah after the Sydney attack
In the wake of the tragic Bondi Beach attack, Canadian Jews responded with defiance and joy. From Windsor to Jerusalem, The CJN readers shared photos of public menorah lightings and window displays, showcasing a global spirit of resilience. Explore this moving collection of Hanukkah celebrations that refused to be dimmed.
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MP Masse demands Liberals hazardous materials be kept off bridge; discusses urban park status post-Liberal deal ending
Windsor West MP Masse calls for hazardous materials kept off Ambassador Bridge, & status of Ojibway National Urban Park post-end of NDP & Liberal deal.
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Green Day rushed offstage in Detroit as drone delays show
Green Day concert attendee Kristen Siapas & drone videographer Drew Hyttenrauch discuss Green Day rushed offstage from their Detroit show due to a drone.
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Movies filmed in & set in Detroit
Host of the Go Tell Someone podcast Ryan Richardson joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to talk about movies that are filmed in and set in Detroit.
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Michigan Central Station REBORN
Ryan Richardson discusses Michigan Central Station’s 6 years of renovations which cost $1 billion, & a star-studded concert 111 years in the making.
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How will a CBSA strike affect the Windsor-Detroit tunnel?
Windsor-Detroit Tunnel Corp. CEO Tal Czudner discusses summer tunnel crossings, post-COVID traffic recovery, & how a strike or slowdown affects operations.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Jon Liedtke, Kieran McKenzie, Greg Lemay, & Dan MacDonald – April 29, 2024
Jon Liedtke, Kieran McKenzie, Greg Lemay, & Dan MacDonald discuss EV infrastructure, Ontario banning cell phones in class, & Windsor’s NFL draft party.
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MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
Monday’s Roundtable discusses the 2003 Blackout, FORD FEST WINDSOR, ZELLERS returns to YQG, & a Detroit woman found a live frog in her salad!
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Dan MacDonald Show (7/25/23)
All-way stops, a garbage collection pilot, new Windsor Spitfires coach, the world’s worst drivers, working in cannabis, and LGBT foster families needed!
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STRATCANN: Crossborder cannabis: Detroit to Windsor
Windsor has historically been known as Sin City due to rum running, strip clubs, & other more socially permissive entertainment in Canada than the US, so it was no surprise that when cannabis was legalized, entrepreneurs saw a budding opportunity.
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AM800 CKLW: Detroit’s first Black-owned grocery store in nearly a decade set to open Summer 2023
The Neighborhood Grocery owner Raphael Wright discusses opening the first Black-owned grocery store in Detroit in nearly a decade.
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AM800 CKLW: Detroit’s Atwater Brewery released an AI created IPA
Atwater Brewery in Detroit asked an AI to create an IPA and I interview Katy McBrady, president Atwater Brewery.
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Washington Post: Americans are expected to flock to Canada when cannabis becomes legal — but here’s how the U.S. border stands in the way
Recreational marijuana has been legal here in Washington state since 2014. Adults just a few miles away in Canada also will be able to legally buy and smoke marijuana for pleasure starting in October.
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Toronto Star: Americans are expected to flock to Canada when cannabis becomes legal — but here’s how the U.S. border stands in the way
Recreational marijuana has been legal here in Washington state since 2014. Adults just a few miles away in Canada also will be able to legally buy and smoke marijuana for pleasure starting in October.
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VICE: This City Near Detroit Might Be the ‘Worst Place on Earth’
Maybe it’s time to retire the “earth’s rectum” label. But probably not.
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WINDSOR INDEPENDENT: ACCELERATOR SEEKING SUPPORT
The Windsor IndependentJon LiedtkeJan. 15, 2016 At what point do you just pack it in and give up? It’s remarkable that after 5 years and 3 separate requests for funding from the City of Windsor – all denied – the folks at the Downtown Windsor Business Accelerator have anything left in them. The Accelerator has…
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The Urbanite: Lifting spirits in Corktown: Two James is Detroit’s first post-prohibition distillery
Two James Distillery produces Detroit made bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, gin, apple brandy and absinthe in the first legal distillery to open in Detroit post-prohibition.
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ourWindsor: Detroit files for bankruptcy: how will it affect Windsor?
Jonathon Liedtke – ourWindsor.ca – July 21 2013 [Update/Developing: The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Judge Rosemarie Aquilina of the Ingham County Circuit ordered Governor Snyder and emergency manager Kevyn Orr to withdraw their filing of Chapter 9 bankruptcy for Detroit due to the bankruptcy violatomg the state’s constitutional protection for pensions. It is…
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UWindsor Lance: the State of the City’s Stages
The Changing Face of Live Music in Windsor
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UWindsor Lance: Windsor’s Forgotten Music Stars
Many Windsorites may overlook the fact that a large cohort of influential musicians and bands have ventured out of this city and into the national and international stage. Stretching back well over 100 years, Windsor has consistently produced notable musicians and acts that have influenced the larger musical community.