University of Michigan’s secrecy, the World Cup’s American moment, and why complaining after making $160 million earns you Geek of the Week.

STRAIGHT DOPE:

With ML Elrick vacationing in Italy, Shawn is back & joins Marc for a wide-ranging conversation that starts with the University of Michigan’s refusal to release its $12 million Jenner & Block culture report and expands into a larger discussion about transparency, leadership, and why institutions often create bigger problems by trying to hide smaller ones.

Check out Shawn’s column here.

Marc and Shawn debate whether U-M Athletic Director Warde Manuel allowed the athletic department to become too insulated, discuss the lingering fallout from the Connor Stalions and Matt Weiss scandals, and examine why delaying the report only fuels speculation.

The conversation shifts to the FIFA World Cup, where both hosts celebrate the tournament’s energy while questioning the politics, halftime spectacle, and America’s unique role as host.

They also touch on Detroit City FC’s hot streak, upcoming travel, television recommendations, classic films returning to theaters, and wrap things up with a Geek of the Week that targets one very wealthy sitcom star complaining about his dream job.

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Coming Next Week

Shawn heads out on the road for:

• Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago
• Tigers road trip through Sacramento, Seattle, and San Francisco

Meanwhile, ML Elrick remains on assignment in Italy, leaving Marc to hold down the fort until the full Soul of Detroit crew reunites.

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