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Container on The Metro has earned significant recognition for its storytelling, audience reach, and contribution to arts journalism in Detroit.

Over the course of its 12-week broadcast run on 101.9 FM WDET Detroit Public Radio (August 18–November 3, 2025), the series reached an estimated 480,000 radio listeners. Episodes aired two to three times each week, supported by promotional spots that remained in rotation throughout the campaign.

Beyond the airwaves, the project generated 490,379 digital impressions across WDET.org, podcasts, YouTube, web banners, and WDET social media channels. This total does not include additional organic reach from Container, LOVE Building, or participating artists' social media platforms.

The "Container on the Metro" team. From left: Jose Llanas, Conor Anderson, Tia Graham and David Leins. Photo credit: Isiah Lopez/WDET

2025 Awards & Recognition

2025 Awards & Recognition

Society of Professional Journalists – Detroit Chapter

• First Place – Radio: Arts Reporting/Criticism
  Container on The Metro: Elonte Davis

• Second Place – Radio: Arts Reporting/Criticism
  Container on The Metro: Bev Love

• Third Place – Radio: Arts Reporting/Criticism
  Container on The Metro: Ijania Cortez

• Fourth Place – Radio: Arts Reporting/Criticism
  Container on The Metro: La Cecille

Michigan Association of Broadcasters

• Merit Award – Special Interest & Cultural Programming
  Container on The Metro

• Merit Award – Use of Multiplatform Media – Programming Materials
  Container on The Metro

These honors recognize the project's commitment to amplifying Detroit artists and communities through thoughtful journalism, innovative public media storytelling, and meaningful cultural engagement.

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