Authentically Detroit

Authentically Detroit is the leading podcast in the city for candid conversations, exchanging progressive ideas, and centering resident perspectives on current events.

Hosted by Donna Givens Davidson and Sam Robinson.

Produced by Sarah Johnson and Engineered by Griffin Hutchings.

Check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @AuthenticallyDetroit!

Podcasting since 2019 • 319 episodes

Authentically Detroit

Latest Episodes

Have You Heard? Who’s Joining the Podcast Network with Arlyssa Heard and Kevin Ashwood

In this episode, Donna and Sam introduce the latest segment on Authentically Detroit, What’s Happening at ECN featuring Outreach Manager for the Housing & Economic Department at Eastside Community Network, Kevin Ashwood.Kevin leads r...

April 28, 2026 • 1:13:51

2026 Michigan Democratic Party Convention Recap

In this episode, Donna and Sam recap some of the top headlines from the weekend’s Michigan Democratic Party Convention! Many celebrated over the weekend as Michigan progressives scored key victories. Michigan Democrats say they are ...

April 22, 2026 • 57:48

Amplify Outside Podcast: Welcome... To Detroit!

The Authentically Detroit Podcast Network Presents... Amplify Outside!Welcome to the Amplify Outside podcast, a show with a mission of amplifying nuanced approaches to Intersectional Environmentalism centered in no other than Detroit, Mi...

April 22, 2026 • 1:03:38

Poverty and Prosperity by the Numbers with Kim Trent

In this episode, Donna and Sam welcome the Deputy Director for Prosperity for the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to discuss her work guiding and building support for efforts to boost the economic security of Michiga...

April 07, 2026 • 1:43:47

Building Just Communities with Dr. Yusef Bunchy Shakur and Joe Drew-Hundley

In this episode, Donna and Sam welcome Dr. Yusef Bunchy Shakur and Joe Drew-Hundley of the Michigan Roundtable for Just Communities to discuss their work eradicating racism, discrimination, and systemic inequities. Rooted in the profound...

March 31, 2026 • 1:01:09