Craig sits down with R.J. King, editor of Dbusiness, to discuss what happened when a group of five Detroit-based developers sought to develop a 409-acre resort on the site of a former Chrysler plant.

Detroit Regional Chamber unveils its agenda for the 2013 Mackinac Policy Conference. Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah joins Craig to talk about what to look for at this year's business-and-policy insider gathering.

How do companies see the U.S. economy? Mark Davidoff, Michigan managing partner with Deloitte, shares the results of a survey sampling 525 mid-sized U.S. Companies, of which 13 are headquartered in Michigan.

John Truscott, spokesperson for the Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault on his opposition to proposed changes to Michigan No-Fault Insurance laws.

Verizon's Director of Business Sales Eric Spadafora discusses the Emerging Technology Expo and how mobile technology is changing the way we conduct business.

Michigan is making a name for itself as a shipping and logistics hub for North America, according to a recent article in Forbes. Michael Belzer of Wayne State University's Department of Economics weighs in on why Michigan is making moves in global trade.

State and Federal agencies are gearing up for a season of dredging waterways. Low lake levels are forcing the State of Michigan and the federal Army Corp of Engineers to plan for dredging of many waterways and lakes. Craig speaks with John Allis, Chief of Great Lakes Hydraulics & Hydrology for the Army Corp of Engineering office in Detroit about where the levels are now compared to previous Spring seasons and what it means for the high commercial traffic summer season.

The business community says it will donate emergency vehicles to the city and create a non-profit to maintain them. Detroit News Columnist Daniel Howes joins Craig to discuss the donations and what he calls the “strings attached.”

Southwest Detroit Businessman Frank Venegas Receives the 'Ohitli" Award, the highest recognition bestowed on a person of Mexican heritage living outside of Mexico.

Advertising agency Campbell Ewald will relocate its headquarters to the old J.L. Hudson warehouse in Detroit, moving 600 employees from their current location in Warren. CEO Bill Ludwig talks with Craig about the move and why it's significant.

Crain's Detroit business Reporter, Tom Henderson speaks with Craig Fahle of talks about Compuware.

Craig sits down with Henry Ford Health System CEO Nancy Schlichting to discuss her whirlwind 18 months. From winning the Malcolm Baldrige Award to being selected 2013 chairwoman of the Detroit Regional Chamber, Schlichting certainly deserves the title "Newsmaker of the Year" from Crain's Detroit Business.

Luis D. Garcia of the IRS talks with WDET reporter Martina Guzman about everything you need to know when filing your taxes.

'Pound Foolish' author Helaine Olen writes about the "dark side of the personal finance industry," and tells Craig about the media's role in encouraging investment.

Craig speaks with John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Research, about how the debt ceiling vote may affect the stock market and the market trends he sees for this year.

American Customer Service Index in Ann Arbor recently released a survey which ranks the best and worst companies for customer service. Craig speaks with David VanAmburg, Managing Director at American Customer Service Index, and Tom Shanahan, Partner at Customerservice.com, about the survey, what makes great customer service and how social media is changing the landscape.

How are local companies - and their employees - affected by new healthcare policies? Craig discusses the details with Jerry Williams of PRISM Plastics, Scott Rice of Powerlink and Geoff Brieden of Kane Atwood Group Services, a metro Detroit based full service employee benefits consulting firm serving employers of all size.

Craig speaks with Michael Forsyth, Program Manager for REVOLVE at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, Angela Foster, Proprietor of Coffee And..., Jim Bieri, Principal with Stokes-Bieri Real Estate, and Dan Duggan, Retail Expert with Crain's Detroit Business, about the growing number of "pop-up" businesses in Detroit.

Craig speaks with Brian O'Connor, Personal Finance Columnist at the Detroit News, about what the recent fiscal news will mean for your personal finances.

Craig is joined by Lyke Thompson, Director of the Center for Urban Studies at Wayne State University, William Volz, Professor of Accounting at Wayne State University, and labor historian Mike Smith about the upcoming "fiscal cliff" and how going over it could affect Michigan and the nation.

It’s College Application Season, Learn what the high school students in your life should be doing, and new financial aid programs you should consider.

Craig speaks with Bruce Katz, Vice President at the Brookings Institution and founding Director of the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program, about how to improve Michigan's infrastructure and why they want the federal government to "Do Less, Better."

What is the "fiscal cliff"? What could happen if we go over it? Craig speaks with Professor Luke Shaefer, Assistant Professor of Social Work at the University of Michigan, Chris Ruth, Economist and Chief Investment Officer at Comerica Bank, and Brian O'Connor, Personal Finance Editor at The Detroit News, about how the cliff could impact people in Michigan and around the country.

For Michigan's Lottery, today's lucky number is 40. Andi Brancato, Michigan Lottery spokesperson, joins Craig to talk about the history of Michigan's lotto as it celebrates 40 years today.

While the economy might be the marquee issue in the Presidential campaign, tax policy is close behind. Our panel of tax experts joins Craig to discuss current tax policy and how whomever wins next week's general election might change the money we pay to our federal, state and local governments.

With two of the area's largest hospital systems set to merge, Detroit News columnist Daniel Howes says the union seems eerily familiar. Howes joins Craig to discuss the ins and outs of the merge and why we should look to the former merger of Chrysler and Daimler-Benz for hints on what might come next.

Craig welcomes Michael Solaka, owner of the NEW Ye Old Butcher Shoppe in Midtown to discuss the re-establishment of the Detroit shop and its grand opening.

Craig welcomes Ford’s Head of Global Social Media, Scott Monty and CEO of Inforum, Terry Barclay in studio to discuss the power of social media in the world of marketing.

Michigan Citizen Action has released a study which found that Governor Snyder's repeal of the Item Pricing Law in March 2011 has been detrimental to consumers and the workforce in Michigan. Craig speaks with Linda Teeter, Executive Director of Michigan Citizen Action, about the study and how the repeal has affected Michigan consumers.

The group Count Me In For Women's Economic Independence is coming to Detroit for Urban Rebound, a business growth conference and competition for women business owners in Michigan. Craig speaks with Nell Merlino, Founder and President of Count Me In, about the conference, some of the challenges women entrepreneurs still face and ways to help women grow their businesses.

Craig speaks with Crain's Detroit Business reporter Amy Lane about Michigan's upcoming ballot proposals.

A demand for Machinists across the region has Focus Hope geared up to offer free training for anyone with a GED. Craig speaks with Development and External Relations Officer at Focus Hope, Steve Ragan.

Craig speaks with Attorney Richard Shapack, who works with the Harvard Business School Club of Michigan, Ryan Hertz, Executive Director of the South Oakland Shelter, and Jason Lee, Executive Director of the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program about their experience attending Harvard's Boot Camp.

Michigan Truth Squad referee Rick Haglund joins Craig to discuss some of Michigan's most pressing issues. Haglund has covered Michigan business, economics and government at several newspapers throughout the state and currently writes his own blog, MichEconomy.

Craig speaks with Patrick Dooley, Editor of Global Trade Magazine, about what it means for Detroit to be ranked fourth on the list of Top 50 Cities for Global Trade and the importance of global trade to the city.

Jeff Meyers talks with Metromode Editor Jon Zemke and a Founding Partner at Curve Detroit, a Pontiac startup, Charlie Wollborg, about the new economy and whether startups can thrive in this economic and business climate.

A company that hopes to reinvigorate manufacturing in Detroit is finally launching it's first product here. To start, Shinola, will manufacture watches, commuter bikes, leather goods, notebooks and Shinola cola. Chief Operations Officer, Heath Carr tells Guest Host, Sheila Cockrel, that Shinola is in collaboration with some great American manufacturing companies to get these things done—Edwards Brothers Malloy Paper in Detroit, Horween Leather in Chicago, and Hadley-Roma straps in Largo, Florida, to name a few.

Crains Detroit Business Reporter, Nancy Kaffer, joins Craig for an update on the plans for a large urban farm on the eastside, Hantz Farms.

Craig speaks with Kate Rosevear from Travel Leaders, Plymouth location. They discuss summer travel deals and Travel Leaders most recent nationwide consumer travel survey. As airlines continue to find new ways to generate added revenue, TL wanted to know the “tipping point” for Americans on the cost of a domestic or international airline ticket. For 81.5% of consumers polled nationwide, their tipping point for a domestic airline ticket is somewhere between $200 and $500; and for 42.9% of those polled, their tipping point for an international ticket is between $1,000 and $1,500 dollars.

Craig speaks with Shel Holtz, Partner with Holtz Communication and Technology, about social media policies in business.

Mark Wayne, CEO and founder of Freedom One Financial Group speaks with Craig about the importance of planning and saving for retirement.

The first-ever satellite office for the United States Patent and Trademark Office will open in July.

A study recently released by Pew’s Public Safety Performance Project shows that the length of time served in prison has significantly increased over the last two decades. Executive Director of Citizens Alliance on Prisons and Public Spending, Barbara Levine, speaks with WDET's Amy Miller about the Michigan statistics.

Craig speaks with former Detroit Deputy Mayor, Saul Green, for his perspective on the lawsuit filed on behalf of the city by it's attorney Krystal Crittendon. The lawsuit allegedly puts the city at risk of going broke by the end of the week.

Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Nancy Kaffer and Detroit Free Press Editorial Page Editor Stephen Henderson speak with Craig about the complicated fiscal emergency in Detroit. Craig also takes listener's calls on the topic.

Managing Director of McGraw Wentworth Becky McLaughlin speaks with WDET's Amy Miller about the status of employer-based health care in Michigan, health care costs and how Michigan compares to the rest of the country.

Craig talks with Mark Davidoff, Manager of Deloitte's Detroit office, about Deloitte's Mid-Market Perspectives survey of U.S. business executives.

Executive Director of the Detroit Wayne Joint Building Authority Greg McDuffee speaks with Craig about current and future public and private partnerships in land use in Detroit.

Crain's reporter Nancy Kaffer talks with Craig about last week's Mackinac Policy Conference.

Craig talks with Tel Ganesan, President and CEO of Kyyba, a Detroit area IT staffing company and Loren Schwiebert, Associate Professor at the Wayne State University Department of Computer Science, about what it takes to get an education and job in the IT field and the future of the growing industry.

Josh Linkner of Detroit Venture Partners speaks with Craig at the Mackinac Policy Conference.

Executive Director of Bizdom Ross Sanders and Jim Ketai, Managing Partner of Bedrock Real Estate Services, join Craig to talk about Quicken Loans' interest in redeveloping downtown Detroit.

Craig speaks with Sterling Speirn, President and CEO of the Kellogg Foundation.

Former Mayor of Washington, D.C., Anthony Williams, visits Detroit to deliver the keynote address in the first-ever Detroit Business Conference put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber on Tuesday, April 24.

Craig speaks with the CEO of the Michigan Municipal League, Dan Gilmartin about that organization's agenda for next week's policy conference on Mackinac Island.

Craig speaks with First Preferred Mortgage Owner, Hale Walker about the current residential real estate market in Metro Detroit.

Michigan Chronicle Editor Bankole Thompson talks to Craig about what's happening with the Detroit City Council, the upcoming Mackinac Policy Conference and discuss recent criticism from Newark, New Jersey Mayor Corey Booker aimed at President Obama.

Craig talks with author and business etiquette expert Jacqueline Whitmore about proper business etiquette in an increasingly electronic world.

On this week's segment with Crain's, Bill Shea joins Craig to talk about General Motors' decision to stop advertising on Facebook.

Ohio plans on opening four new casinos that are expected to greatly reduce the revenue of Detroit's casinos.

Fortune magazine recently recognized Powerlink Facilities Management Services as one of the fastest (#83) growing inner city businesses in the country. The Detroit-based company manages approximately 120 Detroit Public School facilities in addition to Karmanos and Henry Ford Hospital. Now, Powerlink’s founder, president and CEO Link Howard III is reaching out to DPS students and parents with funding for 150 students to attend a summer sports camp. The deadline to apply is May 30, 2012.

Developers are purchasing property in Milan, MI to build over 400 houses for sale to Chinese immigrants. The plan involves improved access to higher education at UofM and other universities. Craig speaks with Detroit News Reporter Karl Henkel.

Paul Eisenstein of the TheDetroitBureau.com has just returned from China for the Beijing Auto Show and visits to share the latest.

Erik Qualman, Author of "Socialnomics: How Social Media Transforms the Way We Live and Do Business" joins Craig to discuss his book.

Students are put in charge in school credit unions.

Eminent Domain Specialist Alan Ackerman joins Craig for a conversation about how condemnation and eminent domain may play out with some of Detroit's projects such as the New International Trade Crossing.

Former Mayor of Washington, D.C., Anthony Williams, visits Detroit to deliver the keynote address in the first-ever Detroit Business Conference put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber on Tuesday, April 24.

The Legislature will be voting on whether to divert billions of dollars from traditional schools to so-called "cyber schools."

Executive Editor of Lawrence Ragan Communications visits to talk about social media and job interviewing.

There is a major difference in the work protocols under which the Millennial or Gen Y generation and the Baby Boomer generation prefer to work. Not only the day-to-day office protocols, but also the physical work environment. Craig speaks with two people about just how different the approach to work is for the two generations.

Crain's Detroit Writer Nancy Kaffer talks with Craig about the Detroit budget.

Rob Schmitz, Marketplace China correspondent, talks with Craig about the Foxconn manufacturer that makes Apple I-Pads.

Bruce Katz of The Brookings Institute and Doug Rothwell of the Business Leaders for Michigan talk about a plan to renew urban Michigan.

Governor Synder signed two bills Monday that make the Michigan State Fairgrounds eligible for private development.

Southfield-based Farbman real estate group President and Chief Executive Officer Andy Farbman joins Craig to talk about property values in Metro Detroit.

Domestic service jobs are returning in a big way.

Craig talks with Founder of Detroit Bureau Paul Eisenstein about the New York Auto Show.

Modeled off of Teach for America, Venture for America takes the nation's top entrepreneurial talent and places them in struggling cities like Detroit to contribute their energy to building new businesses.

Crain's Detroit writer, Dan Duggan, visits to explain the current happenings in the business sector.

WDET's Laura Weber speaks to Representative Woodrow Stanley of Flint on what a financial emergency manager would mean for Detroit.

Governor Synder phones-in from Europe to discuss the latest on the consent agreement and update WDET on his progress abroad.

A recent news story highlighted a lawsuit by a company against a former employee over ownership of his twitter feed because it contained thousands of contacts & customers.

What kind of work rules are imposed on your social media feeds?

WDET needs your insight to help tell this story.

Craig speaks with Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah and TechTown President and CEO Leslie Smith about the status of entrepreneurship in Detroit.

Thousands of Michiganders lost their jobs during the economic downturn. Were you one of them?

WDET wants to know about your experiences have affected you and your family.

Pixo Entertainment CEO Sean Hurwitz talks about his thriving Southfield firm and the future of the film industry with fewer the incentives for Hollywood but increased incentive for businesses like Pixo.

Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Nancy Kaffer joins Craig to talk about Detroit's current financial situation.

Coldwell Banker, Jeff Packard, will share his impressions on trends of real estate value in the metro-area. Craig also takes listener calls.

Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Dan Duggan joins Craig to discuss Dan Gilbert's retail plan for Detroit's Downtown.

Underwater Kinetics CEO Alan Uke joins Craig to discuss his new book, "Buying Back America: A Real Deal Blueprint for Restoring American Prosperity," which looks at maintaining company jobs and operations in the U.S.

Calls about whether Detroit is better off filing for bankruptcy, getting an Emergency Manager or continuing to try to ride out the debt crisis without any kind of intervention

The conversation about Detroit's financial future continues with Reporter for The Birmingham Business Journal, Evan Belanger.

Craig is joined by Sherri Welch of Crain's Detroit to discuss the dismantling of Don Bardens estate.

The second annual Uptown Film Festival is March 8th through 11th in Birmingham, including discussions on the current trends and issues affecting Michigan's film scene.

"Social Media is a Party!" holds its next event about how to use social media to find your next job or hire your next employee.

For many college students, getting a summer internship is a great way to gain professional work experience. 'Intern in Michigan' is an organization that pairs prospective interns with businesses--such as Quicken Loans--looking to fill internships. Craig speaks with Executive Director of 'Intern in Michigan', Wendy Pittman, and Director of Recruiting at Quicken Loans, Michelle Salvatore, about the hundreds of opportunities for internships this summer.

WDET's Amy Miller speaks with the Michigan Humane Society's Linda Reider and Debby MacDonald about two proposed state bills, aimed at effectually keeping puppy mills out of Michigan by putting severe restrictions on breeders.

Amy discusses clipping to save with his guest, coupon expert Faatima Evans.

Craig speaks with President of the Chaldean Chamber Martin Manna about MyDetroitGrocers.com, an online resource for Detroiters to find fresh, quality groceries in the city.

Dan Duggan of Crain's Detroit Business joins Craig again for their weekly segment. This week they're talking about Farmington Hills-based 5-Hour Energy owner Manoj Bhargava. The company has big plans to desalinate local waters, and that's just for starters.

The Metro Times' Curt Guyette joins Craig to discuss his latest 'Mattie' Maroun-themed article, "Something slimy slithers into court."

Wayne State University Professor Richard Beltramini joins Craig to discuss the upcoming report in the Journal of Business Ethics he co-authored on business ethics in the new world.

A petition drive to repeal Public Act 4, the Emergency Manager law, apparently has gathered enough signatures to take the referendum question to Lansing. Standup4democracy is one of the organizations spearheading that effort. Craig speaks with Standup4democracy's Maureen Taylor for an update on what happens next.

Craig speaks with Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Bill Shea about his latest article, "Football feeds growing athletic department."

Recently elected Chairmain of the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority Louis James joins Craig in studio along with Executive Director of the DWCPA John Jamian to talk about the new appointment and how the DWCPA is looking to become a key source of job growth in Metro Detroit.

Wayne State University Lecturer and Professor Dr. Saeed Khan joins the Craig Fahle Show to discuss the latest developments in the U.S. sanctions against Iran.

Executive Director of the Michigan Campaign Finance Network Rich Robinson joins Craig to discuss the state of campaign finance in 2012.

Business Leaders for Michigan is an organization dedicated to making Michigan a "Top Ten" state for job, economic and personal income growth. Serving as the state's business roundtable, Business Leaders for Michigan is composed of the chairpersons, chief executives or most senior executives of the state’s largest job providers and universities. The CEO's of DTE Energy, Charter One Bank and BME Join Craig to discuss their plans.

Craig speaks with the Detroit Free Press' M.L. Elrick about how employees are allegedly strong-armed into helping raise funds for his campaigns.

Challenge Detroit is accepting applications country-wide to select 30 innovative leaders for its 2012 program. Craig speaks with Challenge Detroit Executive Director Deirdre Greene Groves, as well as with Vince Thomas, CEO of partnering company, Billhighway.

Craig speaks with Cloud Nine Theater Productions' Jon Goldstein about his plans to renovate Maple Art Theatre of Bloomfield Hills, including new and continuing attractions.

Craig hosts a panel of female automotive designers to discuss the role of women in the design sector of the automotive industry.

Michigan's roads are in need of repair and maintenance. It's been suggested that taxpayers chip in more through annual vehicle fees. Craig speaks with listeners who have comments and ideas about how our State can solve the problem of crumbling roads.

Matt Prentice refuses to give up on Detroit Foodies. The well known, longtime restaurateur, plans to open five eateries this year. Craig speaks with Matt about his plans and more.

Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Bill Shea joins Craig to discuss the significance of Mike Ilitch's recent signing of Prince Fielder to the Tigers.

Craig speaks with iRule app creator and business owner, Itai Bengal, about what went into the decision to move his company operations from Farmington Hills to downtown Detroit.

Mount Clemens Regional Medical Center has changed its name to McLaren Medical Center-Macomb, tying itself closer to its national parent health system, McLaren Health Care. Craig speaks with the Macomb center's CEO, Mark O’Halla, about what the change means for patients.

SEMCOG just released their real estate report for 2012. President of First Commercial Realty & Development Co. and Urban Land Institute Chair William Watch joins Craig along with Jim Bieri, President and CEO of Stokas-Bieri Real Estate and a member of the Urban Land Institute Michigan Board of Directors to discuss the findings of the report in detail.

Brian O'Connor, Personal Finance Editor & Columnist for The Detroit News, speaks with Craig about Mitt Romney's released tax returns and the Capital Gains tax.

John Pridnia, Board Chair of The Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants, joins Craig to discuss results of this year's Michigan CPA employment survey, and what they mean for employment and business growth in 2012.

State of the State reactions continue, as Craig speaks with this segment's Christina Kuo, Senior Director of Public Policy and Public Affairs for the Michigan Nonprofit Association.

Lyke Thompson is the director of Wayne State University's Center for Urban Studies. He joins Craig to offer his perspective on the topics discussed in Governor Snyder's State of the State address on the direction of Michigan in the 2012 year.

Congressman Hansen Clarke reacts to last night's State of the State address and Governor Rick Snyder's proposed direction of Michigan for 2012.

Governor Rick Snyder has given his State of the State address, in which he told Michiganians how he sees the state's progression and what people can expect for its direction in 2012. The Michigan Municipal League's Anthony Minghine joins Craig to react to what the governor had to say.

Rick Pluta, of the Michigan Public Radio Network, joins Craig for an in-depth preview of Governor Rick Snyder's State of the State address.

Governor Rick Snyder will give his State of the State address tonight. Craig takes listeners' calls in a preview to the event.

Southeast Michigan's 'Big Four,' Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano, Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, recently met for an hour-long televised discussion on the region at the North American International Auto Show. Craig and WDET's Quinn Klinefelter touch on topics the local leaders discussed and what it means for area residents and businesses.

Detroit Free Press Columnist Brian Dickerson joins The Craig Fahle Show to discuss some of the controversy surrounding Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano.

Craig speaks with Bill Shea of Crain's speaks about Chrysler Brand CEO Saad Chehab.

Craig talks to Scott Brines and Simone Sagovac of Southwest Detroit Community Benefits Coalition about yesterday's jailing of Ambassador Bridge Owner 'Matty' Maroun.

Michelle Krebs, Senior Analyst for Edmunds.com, speaks with Craig about the challenges the auto industry faces when marketing to Millennials.

Evangeline Gomez, a contributing writer for Forbes magazine, and Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's Armando Ojeda join Craig to discuss the increasing revenue of Latino-owned businesses.

Personal Finance Editor for The Detroit News, Brian O'Connor, visits Craig in the studio once more. This time, they discuss credit cards--deals, trends, what not to do with them and more.

Detroit Regional Chamber President & Chief Executive Officer Sandy Baruah joins Craig to discuss the creation of MICHauto.

Chairman & CEO of Vistage Michigan, Dr. Robert Holland, gives listeners an overview of Michigan's economic progress in 2011, and forecasts an improving state economy for 2012, and even 2013.

Vistage Michigan, which includes chapters in southeast and northern Michigan, is part of the world’s leading chief executive organization. It provides male and female chief executives with the tools to become better leaders who generate better results for themselves and their companies.

Former Michigan Congressman Pete Hoekstra speaks with Craig about everything from Michigan Politics to North Korea.

Detroit Bureau Publisher Paul Eisenstein joins Craig to talk about 2011 in the auto business and what we can expect to see in the year ahead.

Craig hosts an hour-long roundtable of local journalists, including Detroit Free Press Editorial Page Editor Stephen Henderson, Detroit Free Press Columnist Rochelle Riley, and Michigan Chronicle Editor Bankole Thompson. From an assessment of the governor's first year in office to a review of Mayor Dave Bing's 2011 struggles, from regional transit to Detroit's financial woes, the group discusses the significant news stories of this past year.

In our on-going conversation about why you should live in Detroit, Craig welcomes the Villages Detroit Community Development Corporation Directors Board President Kirsten Ussery, and the organization's executive director, Brian Hurttienne. They deliver their "elevator speech" on what the city has for you.

Craig is joined by The Detroit Bureau Publisher Paul Eisenstein to discuss the impact of the SAAB bankruptcy, as well as 2011's vehicle-related contributions, on the automotive world.

In our on-going conversation about what draws people to live in the city, Craig speaks with the Editor of Curbed Detroit, Sarah Cox about why she thinks the city has desirable real estate.

Detroit-area faith leaders joined together to protest at Lowes' Allen Park-location this past Saturday, in response to the corporate company's withdrawl of ad-funding for 'All-American Muslim.' Craig is joined in-studio by State Representitive Rashida Talib and Reverend Charles Williams for a post-protest recap.

Pat McRae, Director of International Programs at the Prima Civitas Foundation, speaks with Craig about the recent announcement that his organization will partner with the National Investment Commission of Iraq for a $5.5 billion development project.

In our ongoing series about what makes Detroit great, Shirley Stancato of New Detroit, speaks with Craig about why you should live in the city.

Craig talks to listeners about Lowe's decision to drop its advertising during TLC's reality show, 'All American Muslim.' The chain store withdrew its support from the program after recent outcry from members of a Florida-based Christian group.

Metro Times News Editor Curt Guyette joins The Craig Fahle Show for a discussion on the Occupy Detroit movement. What is it? Who is it? What are their goals, and what have they achieved? The answers to these questions as well as the great conversations you've come to expect, here on the Craig Fahle Show.

BLAC Magazine's Lori Robinson joins Craig in the studio to talk about supporting local African American retailers in Detroit. Also in studio with Lori and Craig will be Nubian Essence Gift Shop owner Phyllis Lloyd. The Sip, Sparkle, and Shop event takes place this Saturday, December 10th, and The Craig Fahle show has your preview. Support Detroit! Support Local!

Detroit is currently headed in the direction of an emergency financial manager appointment, with state with oversight from the Michigan Department of Treasury beginning today. Michigan Forward Director & CEO Brandon Jessup joins Craig to give his organization's perspective on the situation.

Craig talks to Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Dan Duggan about Midtown Developer Peter Cummings, whose most recent enterprise includes bringing a Whole Foods to Detroit.

Craig talks to Intern in Michigan Executive Director Wendy Pittman and Communications Director Mike Gentile about new strategies and resources for matching student interns and employers through their site.

Craig talks to owners Alan and Donnie Love from Love's Custard Pie along with Jack Corley of McClure's Pickles.

Craig talks to Troy Chamber of Commerce President Michele Hodges, in response to an alleged gay slur posted by the city's mayor, Janice Daniels, on her own Facebook page. They also discuss the protest calling for Daniels' resignation, and possible ramifications on Troy's image.

Craig talks to Gary Miron, Professor of Education at Western Michigan University, as well as Dr. Vickie L. Markavitch, Superintendent of Oakland Schools, about for-profit charter schools, especially amendments added to Charter Bill 618. 15 on Wednesday.

Gary Remer--Shareholder at Southfield-based Maddin, Hauser, Wartell, Roth & Heler, P.C.--joins Craig to talk about retail franchise potential in Detroit.

David Farbman, President of The Farbman Group, joins Craig to discuss the 'Reignite Retail' initiative happening in Detroit.

The Huffington Post's Huffpost Detroit Editor, Simone Landon, joins Craig to talk about the opening of the newspaper's new local bureau.

Craig speaks with William Jones, CEO of Focus Hope, about the organization's loss of funding now causing a suspension of its jobs programs.

Craig talks to Detroit Development Fund President Ray Waters about the alternative business-financier's reasons for changing its name.

Craig takes listener opinions on The trend of national chains opening on Thanksgiving and shoppers camping out to get deals instead of eating turkey at home with the family.

Skidmore Studio moves back to the City of Detroit for the first time in more than 50 years. Craig talks to the creative studio's current president and CEO, Tim Smith, about what this move means for the company and city.

Congressman Hansen Clarke joins Craig to discuss the City of Detroit's current financial struggles. He also talks about a bill he recently introduced in the Legislature to improve distribution of educational benefits to veterans.

Electricity rates in The City of Detroit have skyrocketed, but why is that? Craig welcomes attorney and former MPSC Commissioner, Bob Nelson. Nelson has a new article in Dome Magazine discussing DTE's and Consumers Energy's significant raising of rates for residential customers.

TLC's "Extreme Couponing" star, Faatima Evans, and Focus:Hope Manager of Food Programs Frank Kubik, join Craig to talk about their combination-purpose seminar being hosted on Friday, November 18th. The seminar will address couponing tips, and serve as a collection-station of holiday food for area families in need.

Do you know what a ‘spot delivery’ or ‘yo-yo sale’ is? Who would... unless you're one of 1000 Michigan victims who've already been prey to unsavory car dealers? These topics and other consumer-protection issues will be the focus of a Federal Trade Commission Roundtable discussion in Washington DC November 17th. One of the panelists is Southfield Attorney Ian Lyngklip, a consumer law attorney, who joins Craig in the studio.

Craig is joined by Larry Alexander, CEO of the Detroit Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau, to discuss an expected $279-million renovation of COBO Center.

Cranbrook Art Museum to reopen on November 11th after a two-year, $22 million restoration and expansion – the first since the landmark Eliel Saarinen building opened in 1942.

Tony Goldman, Founder of Goldman Properties, and Thomas Wackerman, President of ASTI Environmental, join Craig to talk about this year's UM-ULI Real Estate Forum.

Detroit Mayor Dave Bing says state control of the city's finances and an Emergency Financial Manager may be unavoidable. Council President Charles Pugh says not so fast. What do you think? Craig speaks with Council President Pugh about why he feels the city can handle it's financial crisis without state involvement and he takes calls from listeners about whether or not the city needs a financial overseer.

Craig talks to Techtown Executive Director Randal Charlton about the triumphs and milestones of the business incubator under his leadership, as well as about his upcoming retirement.

Political Science and International Affairs Associate Professor Henry Farrell joins Craig from George Washington University to discuss how Europe's debt crisis is affecting the United States.

Craig is joined by Diane McCloskey, director of community initiatives for the Detroit Office of Foreclosure Prevention and Response, for a local-foreclosure update.

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Senior Fellow Jared Bernstein joins Craig to discuss the Occupy Wall Street Movement.

Stephen Clark of Channel 7, Huel Perkins of Channel 2, and Devin Scillian of Channel 4 all join Craig in studio to discuss how technology has changed the TV news business and what they do. The panel also discusses the future of Detroit

Craig takes listener-calls on the Las Vegas GOP debate.

Craig talks to the Detroit Regional Chamber's Sandy Baruah about the impact of recent sporting events and influxes in Detroit-based employees on the downtown.

Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Sherri Welch joins Craig to discuss the region's poor track record on building a knowledge-based economy and increasing the population of local residents with four-year degrees, and what's being done about it.

WDET's Noah Ovshinsky talks to Craig about the Chrysler and the UAW's latest tentative agreement.

Hatch Detroit retail competition semifinalist, Fotoula Lambros, joins Craig to talk about The Workroom, her concept for a Detroit-based garment district.

Craig talks with Hatch Semifinalist Josh Longsdorf about his retail concept, Anthology Coffee.

Craig talks to Hatch Detroit retail competition semifinalists, Ben & Dan Newman, about their retail concept, Detroit Institute of Bagels.

Craig talks to Occupy Detroit organizer, Ife Johari Uhuru, about the group's first general assembly meeting tonight. Craig also takes listener calls.

Hatch Detroit retail competition semifinalists, Kent and Kimberly Alverson, join Craig to discuss their bubble-tea inspired concept, Lift Bubble Love.

In an expansion of Tuesday's protest segment on the anti-Wall Street Movement, Craig speaks with WSU Political Science Professor Frederic Pearson and takes listener-calls on comparison of the movement in New York to social unrest around the world.

Consumers Union Financial Services Program Manager Norma Garcia joins Craig to talk about the the rise in new debit card fees being charged by banks.

Hatch semi-finalist, Joe Posch, visits Craig to talk about his retail-store concept, Hugh.

Crain's Detroit Business talks to Craig about the financial status of the Detroit Science Center.

Are the unemployed being discriminated against based on their "unemployed" status? Should the president get involved? Callers give their opinions.

Craig talks to Crain's Detroit Business Reporter Dan Duggan about locally-based construction company, Barton Malow, transitioning to its fourth generation of Maibach leadership: Ryan Maibach.

Mark Gaffney, President of the Michigan AFL-CIO, speaks to Craig about his decision to step down from the organization in October.

More than 14,000 tax-foreclosed residential and commercial properties across Wayne County will be featured in an online auction in September. David Szymanski, chief deputy treasurer for Wayne County, joins Craig to share the details.

Forbes Co.'s Nathan Forbes tells us about CityLoft's planned expansion.

Detroit Venture Partner's Josh Linkner was recently honored at the white house as a young entrepreneur and "Champion of Change."

News reports of late have been focusing on an aspect of the economy that has people scratching their heads. Companies across the country say they have jobs, often times MANY jobs, but they say they can't find candidates with the appropriate level of education and skill level. How is that possible?

Saturday, August 20th, Just Baked, located in Royal Oak, will become “Just Detroit,” featuring new and legendary Detroit treats and products. Craig speaks with Pam Turkin, owner of Just Baked.

Sure the market has it's ups and downs, but lately it's been moving around like the ball in that old video game, Pong. We take a look at what's going on with Detroit News Columnist Brian O'Connor.

Whole Foods is building a store at Mack and Woodward in Detroit. Will you shop there?

The value of Canadian dollar, or Loonie, is increasing. What's happening with the economy in Canada or that of the U.S. that is creating a widening gap in value?

With Borders stores closing, it apparently leaves room for additional booksellers in Metro Detroit. Craig speaks with Dan Duggan from Crain's Detroit Business about the prospects for additional niche booksellers.

Foreign investors who spend at least $500,000 dollars in Metro Detroit may be able to fast track to a green card. Craig speaks with the new Detroit Immigrant Investor Regional Center Designation, Investment Manager, Jeff Wagner.

Wet Spring and early Summer, now hot and dry, what does that mean for Michigan crops? Craig speaks with Michigan Agri Business President, Jim Byrum.

The Oakland County Clerk, Bill Bullard, joins Craig for an update on the fake signatures scam that has been uncovered again.

Tune in to WDET 101.9 FM at 11:00am to hear live coverage of the President's debt ceiling press conference.

Does this collective coupon system hurt or help businesses?

WDET in Detroit is exploring the state of new business in Southeast Michigan.