Behind the Mitten

A radio show and Podcast since 2015, tastemakers John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman just re-launched their award-winning, statewide travel radio show after a three-year hiatus. On Episode 4, John and Amy embrace a Michigan winter with segments from Boyne Mountain, as well as ski lessons at Treetops Resort. Here is the show run down from the "All Outdoors Studio," presented by Gaylord Tourism: This epis...

A radio show and Podcast since 2015, tastemakers John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman just re-launched their award-winning, statewide travel radio show after a three-year hiatus. On Episode 3, John and Amy visit Treetops Resort in Gaylord, Michigan, a popular destination all four seasons, especially in the winter time for extreme tubing, skiiing, snowshoeing, dogsledding and special outdoor dining events...

A radio show and Podcast since 2015, tastemakers John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman just re-launched their award-winning, statewide travel radio show after a three-year hiatus. On Episode 2, John and Amy visit Gaylord, Michigan, a popular destination for outdoor adventure and fun, especially in the winter time for snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing and more. "Gaylord is hands down the best Winter vacati...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman bring back their popular. statewide radio show after a three-year hiatus. On Episode 1 of 2022, John and Amy reminisce about the previous seasons and all 404 episodes of Behind the Mitten. They bring back a very special person as their first guest; they introduce a new feature; and they bring back "Beer of the Week," but in a new format. This is Michigan's premiere tr...

On this episode of Behind the Mitten... It's an end of the year EXTRAVAGANZA! We brought in some of our all time favorite guests (minus our best guest and sometimes co-host Paul Beachnau of Gaylord) to join us. Thanks to The Mitten Brewing Co. for hosting us, and to Brewery Vivant, Cedar Springs Brewing Company, City Built Brewing Company and Long Road Distillers for joining in! This episode aired...

On this episode of Behind the Mitten, John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman spend time in South Haven to learn about winter events and things to do. They broadcast from Three Blondes Brewing, and learn the history on how the brewery got started. This episode aired Dec. 15-16, 2018 on radio stations across the state of Michigan. Learn more about South Haven at https://www.southhaven.org/ Learn more about T...

On this Podcast, John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman spend some time at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. They have two shows right now: Expedition: Dinosaur, through April 2019; as well as Toys!. More details at www.grpm.org Learn more about Behind the Mitten at http://behindthemitten.com/ This show aired Dec. 8-9, 2018 on radio stations across Michigan.

On this Podcast, John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman of Behind the Mitten take you to Mackinac Island where Original Murdick's Fudge is making treats just in time for the Holidays. Orders can be shipped all over the country trough Dec. 19, 2018. Call 906-298-0630 or go to https://www.originalmurdicksfudge.com/ to learn about packages and pricing. Learn more about Behind the Mitten at http://behindthemit...

On this Podcast we learn about the "all outdoors" fun you can have in Gaylord, Michigan. Paul Beachnau of the Gaylord Tourism Bureau is our special co-host. (This show aired Nov. 24-25, 2018 on radio stations across the state.) SHOW NOTES: Segment 1: John Gonzalez and Paul Beachnau talk about the Gaylord area. Segment 2 (Listen at 10:04): John and Paul welcome Barry Owens, the GM at Treetops Resor...

Dave Ringler of the Cedar Springs Brewing Company talks about his newest release, "Silk & Velvet," named after a song by The Great Daryl Nathan, a local GRTV legend from the '90s. John and Amy talk to Dave about the beer, which is a traditional porter with a dry finish. (6.9% ABV, 38 IBU) The beer will be released the week of Nov. 12, 2018.

On our recent show, we talk to friends in Traverse City about all the cool things happen in November and the Winter season. Here is a Podcast of the show, which originally aired Nov. 3-4, 2018 on stations across the state of Michigan. Segment 1-We talk with Jenny Jeness from TC tourism about fall events happening in the area, including the arrival of Santa on Nov. 17, and Traverse City Beer Week,...

On this weekend's "Behind the Mitten," John and Amy record from Thomas Magee's Sporting House and Whiskey Bar as they take a tour of Eastern Market in Detroit. This episode aired Oct. 6-7, 2018 on radio stations across Michigan. Learn more about Eastern Market at https://www.easternmarket.org/ Learn more about Thomas Magees at https://thomasmagees.com/ Segment 1-We talk with Erik Olson from Thomas...

On this episode of Behind the Mitten, John and Amy record from The Ambassador, known for cool drink bowls and the famous Tostada Pizza. They talk to several guests about why you need to visit Houghton and the Keweenaw Peninsula. Learn more about the Keweenaw at https://www.keweenaw.info/

On this Episode of Behind the Mitten, Amy and Gonzo take you to Big Rapids and Mecosta County. They recorded this Podcast at Raven Brewery & BBQ. This show aired Sept. 22-23, 2018 on radio stations all across the state. Learn more about Mecosta County at http://www.bigrapids.org/

HopCat celebrates the opening of its 7th location in Michigan and 17th overall. This Podcast was recorded at HopCat Knapp's Corner. This show aired Sept. 8-9, 2018 on radio stations all across the state. Learn more about HopCat at https://hopcat.com/ Learn more about Grand Armory Brewing Company at http://www.grandarmorybrewing.com/

On this Episode: We are in Coldwater Country, Coldwater, Michigan! We talk to our friends from Adventure Zone, the Tibbits Opera House, Capri Drive-In and the Children's Museum of Branch County. We also learn about the Little River Railroad, the village of Colon’s love for Magic and a cool Pints in the Park event Sept. 29 in nearby Quincy. Thanks to Debra and all the guests for the hospitality! Th...

On this episode of Behind the Mitten, Amy Sherman hosts the show and covers plenty of ground, and delivers BEER of the WEEK! Tune in. Show Notes: Segment 1- ArtPrize kicks off in Grand Rapids on September 19 and runs through October 7. We talk with Katie Moore, exhibition manager, and Becca Guyette, director of learning and engagement about the world's large art competition. Segment 2- Amber Stoko...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman visit Beaver Island, Michigan for the first time in August of 2018. On this Podcast they take you on a journey to some of the Island's best locations. Their tour guides are the owners of Long Road Distillers, who travel to the Island each fall to source juniper berries fr their award-winning Michigin. The journey includes a trip by plane on Island Airways. Segment 1-W...

Show Notes: Segment 1-Danny Musser, who's family has been the "caretakers" of the Grand Hotel for three generations shares the history of this Michigan gem. Segment 2-Ben Mosley, the stable manager of the Grand discusses what it takes to keep their horses happy and healthy. Did you know you can take a stable tour for free, and not only see their teams of horses but also dozens of historical carria...

Show Notes: Segment 1-Linda Hoath from Sault Ste. Marie tourism and convention bureau. Plan your trip to the Soo at SaultSteMarie.com. We are recording from Bird's Eye Outfitters, a local business that features sports and outdoor equipment rentals, and has both a coffee shop and a popular bar inside. Segment 2-We chat with the owners of Bird's Eye Outfitters, Ken and Wilda Hopper about outdoor adv...

On this Podcast, we talk to comedian/actor Brad Sherwood, who is on the "Scared Scriptless Tour" with Colin Mochrie. The comedians are best known for their years on the TV Show "Whose Line is in Anyway?" The "Colin & Brad Scared Scriptless" shows comes to the Forest Hills Fine Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 16. Tickets are $34 – $52. More info at https://www.fhfineartscenter.com/event/colin-brad-s...

Segment 1- Marilyn Clear, Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Director Ryan Sylvester, Paw Paw Brewing, brewer and owner Segment 2-Lauran Shafer, St. Julian wine club director Kyle Totzke, St. Julian assistant wine maker Segment 3-Marilyn Clear Jordan Berg, St. Julian lab tech. We talk about what volunteers can expect at the Festival. Segment 4-Marilyn Clear Ryan Sylvester and Keith Buckman from Paw Paw Brew...

This show aired July 28-29, 2018.

MACKINAC ISLAND, MI -- Bartender Jesse Bader of the Gate House is resuming his quest to travel the 2,665-trip of the Pacific Crest Trail. He leaves Mackinac Island Aug. 11, 2018 and hopes to return Oct. 1. The hike will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Make donations at the St. Jude fundraising page at stjude.org. http://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=4359294&fr_id=59427&pg=person...

Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez of BTM, as well as Jeremy Cox of the Forest Hills Fine Arts Center, join West Michigan Live with Justin Barclay on WOOD radio to talk about the 2018-2019 season. Season tickets on sale July 30, 2018. Learn more about the six-show season at https://www.fhfineartscenter.com/