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Author: Cumulus Media Detroit November 7, 2025 Duration: 7:45

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'JR Morning

JR Morning from Cumulus Media Detroit is your weekday wake-up call for smart, fast-moving coverage of the stories that matter most to Southeast Michigan. Hosted by Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds, this podcast delivers a lively mix of local, regional, and global news, reported live from high atop the Golden Tower of the Fisher Building. Each morning, newsmakers who know - along with an experienced team of reporters and commentators - break down the headlines, explain how policy and business decisions affect your community, and highlight the issues shaping the region’s future. Expect thoughtful conversations on government, the economy, and everyday life in and around Detroit. Tune in as you commute, work, or start your day, and listen episodes of JR Morning to stay informed, engaged, and a step ahead of the news cycle.

Nov. 7, 2025 ~ Rob Frappier, senior director of marketing and communications for Rocket Companies, joins the show to discuss how Rocket is a partner of the Parade Company and the Detroit community. Plus, Ben Maibach, chairman of the board at Barton Malow, joins to discuss the company's work in Detroit and the projects their company has built in Detroit and across the U.S.

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