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What's the story behind Black motorcycle clubs in Detroit?

What's the story behind Black motorcycle clubs in Detroit?

FromCuriosiD


What's the story behind Black motorcycle clubs in Detroit?

FromCuriosiD

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Length:
16 minutes
Released:
Oct 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

A group of bikers formed the Outcast Motorcycle club in Detroit in 1969. Some say that this was the first all-Black club that eventually spread nationwide. These days, if you cruise around Detroit you'll see dozens of clubhouses with members dressed in leather, wearing patches representing names like the Hell Raisers, Soul Stars or the Black Syndicate. In this episode of CuriosiD, WDET's Quinn Klinefelter dives into the history behind Black motorcycle clubs in Detroit. Plus, a white rider reflects on his journey from being a hardcore biker criminal to becoming a motorcycle missionary.
Released:
Oct 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (66)

You've got Detroit questions, we've got answers. CuriosiD is a podcast from WDET, Detroit's NPR Station. Our reporters answer your questions about the region, like "Who invented the Boston Cooler?" or "Are there really salt mines underneath Detroit?" Something puzzling you about Detroit? Ask about it at http://wdet.org/curious and we might answer your question in a future episode!