Introducing The Detroit Download
The Detroit Download is a Brand Robear podcast on Spotify.
At Brand Robear, we believe in the power of design to connect, inform, and inspire change. That’s why we’re launching The Detroit Download, a podcast dedicated to unpacking the biggest stories shaping our city. From art and culture to business, tech, and community action, this podcast brings real conversations about Detroit’s present and future straight to you.
Episode 2: When Infrastructure Fails, Communities Step Up
For our second episode, we’re taking a hard look at a crisis that rocked Southwest Detroit—the water main break that flooded over 400 homes, displaced families, and exposed decades of neglected infrastructure.
This wasn’t just about a pipe bursting. It was about who suffers when systems fail. It was about the 30% of impacted residents without flood insurance, forced to rely on a slow-moving city response. And it was about how grassroots organizations stepped up immediately to support families—handing out heaters, waiving energy reconnection fees, and offering trauma counseling.
In this episode, we discuss:
✅ The root causes behind Detroit’s infrastructure crisis
✅ How community organizations are leading recovery efforts
✅ What needs to change to prevent this from happening again
✅ GM’s AI-powered mapping technology and how it could reshape our roads
✅ Detroit’s national recognition for its street art scene
Why This Matters
Detroit is a city known for its resilience. But we shouldn’t have to be resilient all the time. We need accountability, smart investment, and long-term infrastructure planning that ensures our communities are safe and supported.
This is the kind of conversation we’re creating with The Detroit Download—real stories, deep dives, and perspectives that matter.
💬 What do you think needs to change in how Detroit invests in its infrastructure? Share your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear from you.
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