When listener Peter Bloye began working in Detroit, he heard the common greeting "What up doe?" everywhere he went. But despite the phrase's popular use, no one he asked could agree on its meaning.
In this episode of CuriosiD, Russ McNamara finds out what's up with "What up doe", from its initial use to what it means to Detroit today.
Our CuriosiD series is fueled by questions about the region from listeners like you. Have your own question? Fill out the form here.
August 21st, 2025, 07:57 pm
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What is the origin of 'What up doe'?
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Published August 21st, 2025, 07:57 pm
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When listener Peter Bloye began working in Detroit, he heard the common greeting "What up doe?" everywhere he went. But despite the phrase's popular use, no one he asked could agree on its meaning.
In this episode of CuriosiD, Russ McNamara finds out what's up with "What up doe", from its initial use to what it means to Detroit today.
Our CuriosiD series is fueled by questions about the region from listeners like you. Have your own question? Fill out the form here.
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