Behind the Mitten

On this special recap of 2025, co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman of Behind the Mitten share some of this season's most memorable moments. We kick off with show with an interview from the kitchen of Jen's Hen House in St. Helen, followed by the intriguing job of a Great Lakes Pilot, followed by a great market (known for their feta cheese) in Houghton Lake. Finally, we wrap up with a heartwarmi...

In this episode of Behind the Mitten, hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman celebrate a decade of exploring Michigan's attractions, focusing on winter activities and local events. They highlight the importance of supporting local restaurants during the winter season and discuss the diverse winter experiences available in Gaylord, Crystal Mountain, and Grand Traverse Resort. The episode emphasizes th...

In this episode of Behind the Mitten, hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman celebrate 10 years of exploring Michigan's Great Lakes. They discuss winter activities in Michigan, focusing on Treetops Resort in Gaylord, which offers skiing, snowboarding, and family-friendly fun. The episode features interviews with Barry Owens , the general manager, and other team members, highlighting the resort's comm...

Join co-hosts Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez on "Behind the Mitten," where they explore the vibrant offerings of Michigan's hidden gems. This week, dive into the tropical paradise of Gun Lake Casino Resort in Wayland, conveniently located off US 131 between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. Discover the Wawyé Oasis, where it's always a balmy 80 degrees with over 4,000 tropical plants and a swim-up bar. Y...

Amy Sherman of Behind the Mitten sits down with Christy Walcott , Director of Marketing & Communications for the Gaylord Area Convention & Tourism Bureau, to talk about winter in Gaylord, and why you MUST visit this season. Learn more about Gaylord and how to plan your trip at  gaylordmichigan.net .

Amy Sherman previews this weekend's show from Gun Lake Casino - where it's always a balmy 80 degrees at the Wawyé Oasis! Amy previews the show on WPHM in Port Huron, one of Behind the Mitten's 20-plus radio affiliates across the state. You can listen to BTM at noon Saturdays and 8 a.m. Sundays on WPHM-AM (1380). Learn more about WPHM at wphm.net . Learn more about Wawyé Oasis at Gun Lake Casino Re...

Behind the Mitten Preview-Dec. 11, 2025 Amy Sherman previews this weekend's show where she and Gonzo spend trime at the Wawyé Oasis at Gun Lake Casino Resort in Wayland. Amy previews the show with Mike Austin on "The WILS Morning Wake Up Show" in Lansing. More on Wawyé Oasis In the palm of West Michigan, the Wawyé Oasis is a destination unlike any other in the Midwest. A beautiful glass atrium wil...

Behind the Mitten Special Podcast Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez sit down with Brian Decorah , the general manager at Gun Lake Casino Resort, to talk about "Two epic tribute bands. One unforgettable night." On Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, Gun Lake Casino Resort in Wayland, Michigan (south of Grand Rapids and right off U.S. 131), will feature Rok Brigade ( Def Leppard ) & Completely Unchained ( Van Ha...

We head back to our beloved Mackinac Island this week, for our annual holiday show with our friends from Original Murdick's Fudge , and more.   We know how curious people are about what life is like on the island during the off-season. We know because we are also super interested in winter on Mackinac, we think it's the most incredible time to visit if you are able. Andrew Doud was born and raised...

Amy Sherman previews this weekend's Behind the Mitten radio show, which is all about Original Murdick's Fudge and life in wintertime on Mackinac Island. In fact, you can pre-order your holiday gifts and send an unforgettable taste of Mackinac Island to friends, family and clients - NOW! Choose from crunchy caramel corn, old-fashioned salt water taffy or buttery brittle — including the seasonal fav...

This week we share some great holiday gifts you can give from the Mitten, because who wouldn't want a bit of Michigan this season?  We visit with our good friend Charlie Olson from Grand Bay Promotions, who shares a few of his favorite Michigan-made gifts to give this season, including our favorite, Original Murdick's Fudge . Fun flavored oils and vinegars from Fustini's ship like a dream and can...

Amy Sherman previews this weekend's Behind the Mitten radio show, which is all about great gift ideas from Northern Michigan Amy shares BTM's adventures on the  Paul Miller Show on WPHM in Port Huron,  which airs Behind the Mitten" at noon on Saturdays and 8 a.m. Sundays. Listen to Behind the Mitten this weekend on 22 radio affiliates across the state at amyandgonzo.com .

Amy Sherman of "Behind The Mitten" (Saturdays at 8 a.m. on 1320 WILS in Lansing) shares all of the good trouble she and Gonzo will be getting into this Thanksgiving week and beyond including Amish roll butter, MI gifts, maple bourbon fudge, Grand Traverse Pie Company, BTM bloopers, and more. Bury me in sugar!! Amy shares appears every Thursday at 7:40 a.m. on the WILS Morning Wake Up Show in Lansi...

This weekend on Behind the Mitten we  Discover The Blue Michigan’s Thumbcoast  and learn all the ways you can celebrate the holidays on the sunrise side of the state. And SON OF A NUTCRACKER there are SO MANY things to do!! We recorded this show at family friendly War Water Brewery/Distillery  in  St. Clair on the River . They are known for their over-the-top holiday decorations, and were just ins...

Amy Sherman previews this weekend's Behind the Mitten radio show, which takes them to Michigan's Thumb Coast for the vibrant holiday season. The show highlights events in Lexington, Marine City, St. Clair, Port Huron and other communities known for their local traditions. The show airs on Nov. 15-16, 2025. Amy shares BTM's adventures on the  Paul Miller Show on WPHM in Port Huron . Listen to Behin...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast ROADTRIP! On  Episode 725 , co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman stop in St. Clair, Imlay City and Davison as they navigate I-69 from Port Huron to Flint. This show was recorded Nov. 3, 2025. It aired across the state of Michigan the weekend of Nov. 8-9. The stops: Ted's Coney Island in St. Clair where Gonzo and Amy have saganaki - O...

John Gonzalez previews this weekend's Behind the Mitten radio show, which takes them to stops in St. Clair, Imlay City and Davison as they navigate I-69 from Port Huron to Flint. They have breakfast at a Ted's Coney Island in St. Clair for saganaki - OPE! A cheeseburger in an surprise stop at Steveo's Bar & Grill in Imlay City. Wings at MoJoe's Wings in Davison, a place we have not visited for...

Amy Sherman previews this weekend's Behind the Mitten radio show, which takes them to stops in St. Clair, Imlay City and Davison as they navigate I-69 from Port Huron to Flint. They have breakfast at a Coney Island, a cheeseburger in an surprise stop, wings at a place they have not been to in 7 years and seafood at a historic restaurant. Amy shares BTM's adventures on the WILS Morning Wake Up Show...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are celebrating 10 years of traveling the great state of Michigan. This weekend they go on a roadtrip on U.S. 31 from Interlochen, to Honor, to Beulah. On this episode: Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy begin the morning at MI Coffee , a roadsize drive-thru in the Interlochen Plaza. They surprised the hus...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are celebrating 10 years of traveling the great state of Michigan. On this episode: Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy talk to Joe Herscher of Mackinac Island Carriage Tours. Joe talks about the transition of fall to winter when of their 400 horses leave Island to a spacious farm in Pickford where they are...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are celebrating 10 years of traveling the great state of Michigan. On this episode: Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy talk about some favorite haunted house attractions in Michigan, including Erebus in Pontiac . Segment 2: We take a trip to Glenside Pub in Muskegon for some incredible pizza. Segment 3: We...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are celebrating 10 years of traveling the great state of Michigan. On this episode: Michael Hensley of Michigan's Thumbcoast tells listeners about several spooky Port Huron events, including the Murder & Mayhem Trolley Tours, classic films and more through Port Huron Museums . Gonzo and Amy c...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are celebrating 10 years of traveling the great state of Michigan. On this episode: They talk about the Tigers, Lions and fall time fun in Michigan. They take you to St. Joseph in Southwest Michigan, which is getting ready for the upcoming Downtown Spooktacular (Oct. 18) Halloween event for all a...

Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. Co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are celebrating 10 years of traveling the great state of Michigan. On this episode: They talk about fall time being the best time visit Michigan. They take you to Snowbelt Brewery in Gaylord, which is celebrating its 9th anniversary. Stop at Gun Lake Casino Resort and Hotel in Wayland where every...

We can't think of a better way to spend a sunny Monday than on a sand dune overlooking Lake Huron at Tawas Point State Park building a new boardwalk with a few of our tourism professional friends. We did just that a few days ago, and it was totally awesome. We bring you the story of  Michigan Cares for Tourism on this episode of Behind the Mitten.  Who better to kick off this show than with the fo...