# Ian Solomon

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Tips for thriving and surviving in the winter

Today on The Metro, we're talking about the cold weather and how to get through some chilly months. Holli-Anne Passmore, associate professor and department chair of psychology at Concordia University of Edmonton, joins the conversation to talk about the psychological benefits of connecting with the…

Redefining Detroit's Green Narrative

In this episode, we welcome Ian Solomon, a multifaceted individual working passionately in Detroit's green spaces. Ian discusses his varied roles, including his work with the Detroit Parks Coalition, his artistic pursuits, and his community organization, Amplify Outside. He emphasizes the importanc…

ICYMI: Exploring barriers to outdoor recreation; preserving 'A Domestic Cook Book' and more

Today on The Metro, we’re recapping some of our favorite conversations. We’ll hear from Ian Solomon, founder of Amplify Outside and communications and engagement manager for the Detroit Parks Coalition, about the organization's efforts to remove barriers that prevent people from enjoying the outdoo…

Celebrate Earth Day with events, activities at Detroit parks

We often talk about downtown and Midtown Detroit, and all of the events happening there. But there’s also so much happening in places across the city, including our parks.  Detroit parks have been a place for gatherings and memories made by generations of people in the city. The parks offer both…

The World Of Experiential Marketing From The Eyes Of a Young Student

Ian Solomon, a senior at San Diego State University majoring in Leadership Studies, shares his journey from film production to leadership, inspired by a Levi's pop-up event. Ian chats about a company he launched -- Apali Productions -- focused on experiential marketing and creating immersive experi…

Power of Nature

*Recorded at the 2025 Michigan Outdoor Summit.* Nature shapes us, grounds us, and sparks the stories we carry. For Detroit-based artist-journalist and organizer Ian Solomon, the outdoors is more than a backdrop, it’s a driving force in his art, community work, and vision for belonging. In this clo…

How connection strengthens community and civic life

Research shows that people who socialize more are more likely to participate in politics — to vote, to show up at meetings, to put money behind a cause. So what does it actually take to get people out into the world and into each other’s company? Ian Solomon is an artist, journalist, and organiz…

Amplify Outside: Recreation as Liberation with Ian Solomon

On this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with interdisciplinary artist and founder of Amplify Outside, Ian Solomon to discuss recreation as liberation and how he plans to further amplify this message as the newest addition to the Authentically Detroit Podcast Network! Ian John Solomon is an interdis…

Ian Solomon, member since 2024

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 79 features Ian Solomon, Dean of the Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia. Ted Moyer joins your host to discuss what's going on at the MOA …

Beautification, clean-up efforts ongoing all week at Detroit parks

Volunteers are rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty to clean up parks across the Motor City this Earth Day. The Detroit Parks Coalition is hosting a series of park beautification events throughout the week. WWJ's Tracey McCaskill spoke live Wednesday with Communications and Engag…