The Metro: Detroit’s People Mover sees new life with social media show Ppl Movin

By: Tia Graham

23 July 2026 at 14:37

Ppl Movin is a social media talk show that brings people to Detroit’s under utilized public transit, Detroit People Mover. The show is co-hosted by Layla McMurtrie and Deonte Bell.

Co-hosts of Ppl Movin
Layla McMurtrie on the left
Deonte Bell on the right

Their show brings strangers, artists and changemakers onto the People Mover and asks two simple questions: What’s moving you and what’s your next stop?

Their storytelling brings a new, younger perspective to the changing landscape of Detroit.

McMurtrie and Bell joined The Metro to talk more about Ppl Movin and an upcoming event.

Hear the full conversation using the media player above.

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