The Perkins for The People Podcast is where Todd Perkins goes beyond the headlines to talk real solutions, real struggles, and real Detroit stories. It’s not just a podcast—it’s a front-row seat to a movement that’s putting the people first and pushing Detroit forward.
Meet Anthony Eid: Candidate for Michigan House District 9
Send us Fan Mail Attorney Todd Perkins sits down with Anthony Eid, a Detroit policy advocate, community leader, former commissioner and chairman of the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, and candidate for the Michigan House of Representatives in District 9. Anthony discusses his path into public service, why he decided to run for state representative, and the experiences that have shaped his approach to leadership. The conversation examines the issues affecting Detr...
21 Jul 2026
Wayne County Transit Millage 2026 Explained: Warren Evans on the August 4 Vote
Send us Fan Mail An eight-hour job should not require a six-hour commute. Attorney Todd Perkins sits down with Wayne County Executive Warren Evans for a direct conversation about the Wayne County Transit Millage 2026, SMART bus service, DDOT, and what the August 4 election could mean for residents across Wayne County. Voters will decide on a 10-year, 0.9831-mill public transportation proposal estimated to raise approximately $57.6 million in its first year. The revenue would be distributed am...
13 Apr 2026
Behind the Badge: Detroit’s Police Chief on Strategy, Stats, and Trust
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Perkins for the People, host and attorney Todd Perkins sits down with Detroit Chief of Police Todd Bettison for an in-depth conversation on the city’s evolving approach to public safety. From his personal journey through law enforcement to the strategies driving Detroit’s recent crime reduction, Chief Bettison shares how community collaboration, data-driven policing, and innovative initiatives are reshaping the narrative around safety in the city. The discu...
16 Mar 2026
Transforming Futures: Foster Care, Education, and Opportunity with Alexis Ramsey
Send us Fan Mail Attorney Todd Perkins speaks with Alexis Ramsey, Executive Director of We Care Foster Care, about the foster care crisis, the foster-care-to-prison pipeline, and how education, mentorship, and housing can help vulnerable youth build self-sufficient futures. What happens when children in foster care age out of the system without the support they need to succeed? In this episode of Perkins for the People, Attorney Todd Perkins sits down with Alexis Ramsey, Executive Director of...
23 Feb 2026
From Alabama Cotton Fields to Detroit’s Streets: The Journey of Hartford Smith Jr.
Send us Fan Mail In this compelling interview, Hartford Smith Jr. shares his inspiring life journey, from Alabama to Detroit, highlighting the systemic challenges faced by Black Americans and the ongoing fight for justice. Drawing from history, politics, and firsthand community activism, he offers powerful insight into the roots of inequality and presents practical strategies for meaningful social change. His story serves as both a blueprint for action and a testament to resilience. Resource...
4 Feb 2026
Detroit Black History: Judge Joseph Baltimore on Grit, Grace, and Justice
Send us Fan Mail This Black History Month, Perkins for the People honors a living chapter of Detroit Black history with Judge Joseph Norvell Baltimore, retired former Chief Judge of Detroit’s 36th District Court. Judge Baltimore takes us from the Virginia farm where he started working at seven years old to the courtrooms of Detroit, sharing the discipline, faith, and determination it took to build a life in the law when the odds weren’t designed in his favor. He reflects on what it meant to b...
20 Jan 2026
Inkster Mayor Byron Nolen on Public Service, Politics, and the Power of the People
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Perkins for the People, Attorney Todd Perkins sits down with Inkster Mayor Byron Nolen for a real, unfiltered conversation about leadership, justice, and the fight for community power. Mayor Nolen shares his journey from attorney to public servant, explaining what pushed him to step up when his community needed a voice. Together, they unpack the real issues—skyrocketing water bills, the emotional weight of losing public schools, and the daily struggle of s...
16 Jan 2026
Protecting Our People: Legal Tools for Uncertain Times
Send us Fan Mail In this urgent episode of Perkins for the People, Todd Perkins delivers powerful legal guidance in response to rising fears in our communities—from ICE raids to surprise visits from law enforcement. He answers real questions from his producer, Connie Smith about the follow: What are your rights if someone knocks on your door? What should you tell your kids? How do we protect each other legally and constitutionally? This episode is a critical listen for anyone trying to stay s...
7 Jan 2026
Who Advocates for the People? A Conversation with Detroit Ombudsman Sherry Gay-Dagnogo
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and timely conversation, Detroit City Ombudsman Sherry Gay-Dagnogo joins host Attorney Todd Perkins to discuss community leadership, education, justice, equity, and political accountability—and why all of it matters now more than ever. As Detroit’s Ombudsman, Sherry Gay-Dagnogo serves as an advocate for residents, working to hold city departments accountable while ensuring voices from the community are heard. In this episode, she shares her personal journey i...
9 Dec 2025
Rethinking Child Support with Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Perkins for the People, Detroit Attorney Todd Perkins sits down with Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido to unpack Michigan’s $312 million child support crisis—and a bold new vision to fix it. Lucido outlines a first-of-its-kind child support specialty court, designed to help parents behind on payments get jobs, avoid felonies, and support their families. Together, he and Perkins explore how family dynamics, rehabilitation, and mental health must take ...
24 Nov 2025
Bridging the Gap: Why Detroit and Wayne County Must Move As One
Send us Fan Mail In this engaging conversation, Attorney Todd Perkins and Wayne County Executive Warren Evans discuss the importance of community service, collaboration, and effective governance. Evans reflects on the financial turnaround of Wayne County, the significance of regional transit, and the challenges in healthcare. The county executive also shares insights on the recent election, personal interests like vacationing in Michigan's historic Idlewild, and highlighting his commitm...
10 Nov 2025
Bringing Justice to the Community The Journey of Judge Sean Perkins
Send us Fan Mail In this inaugural episode of 'Perkins for the People', Judge Sean B. Perkins shares his journey from a family man and lawyer to a judge in Detroit's 36th District Court. He discusses the importance of community engagement in the legal system, the role of unions, and the challenges facing Detroit today. The conversation also touches on his viral moments including the Detroit Officer with no pants on.f Takeaways: Judge Perkins emphasizes the importance of bringing the court t...
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