Behind the Mitten

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman of Behind the Mitten kick off the new year and 2016 with a show all about embracing winter. John and Amy cover the upcoming Juice Ball, which is Jan. 16 at the J..W. Marriott in Grand Rapids (Listen at 6:00 mark). More info: https://www.facebook.com/juiceballinitiative They check in with Barry Owens at Treetops Resort in Gaylord (Listen at 10:11 mark). More info at ht...

Amy Sherman from "Behind the Mitten" joins Neal Dionne in Studio on "West Michigan Live." Perrin is growing and has a new session ale coming your way. This show aired from 9-10 a.m. Dec. 6, 2015 on WOOD Radio in Grand Rapids. Learn more about Behind the Mitten at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten?fref=ts

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman of "Behind the Mitten" filled in for Neal Dionne on "West Michigan Live." This show aired from 9-10 a.m. Dec. 30, 2015 on WOOD Radio in Grand Rapids. Guests: Barry Owens of Treetops Resort in Gaylord (9:20). Michael Zalewski of McDonald's Michigan-Discover Michigan Skiing and “Cold is Cool” Ski and Ride Passport programs (18:47) Dan Sippel of the West Michigan Tourist...

Amy Sherman stopped by "West Michigan Live" on WOOD Radio to share some last-minute Christmas shopping ideas. And beer, too! Can you guess what beer she brought in to the show? Filling in for Neal Dionne on West Michigan Live was Justin Barclay. Amy also announced that she and John Gonzalez will host "West Michigan Live" on Wednesday, Dec. 30. Tune in from 9-10 a.m. TUNE IN HERE: http://www.iheart...

John and Amy broadcast from one of West Michigan's newest breweries -- the Cedar Springs Brewing Company. Owner David Ringler tells his story about the German-style beer hall, and also shows off some of the beer and food. John and Amy also talk to reps of Orion Construction, a Grand Rapids-based, multi-service construction company, active throughout the Midwest, that helped build the new brewery....

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman give Neal Dionne of WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" a sneak preview of this weekend's "Behind the Mitten" radio show. John and Amy talk about their recent visit to Cedar Springs! More on Behind the Mitten at behindthemitten.com. Tune in this weekend at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13.

John and Amy talk about their recent stay on Mackinac Island, and how Original Murdick's Fudge is making up some tasty treats for the holidays. More on Original Murdick's Fudge at http://www.originalmurdicksfudge.com/ More on Behind the Mitten at behindthemitten.com.

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman gave Neal Dionne of WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" a sneak preview of this weekend's "Behind the Mitten" radio show. John and Amy talk about their recent stay on Mackinac Island, and how Original Murdick's Fudge is making up some tasty treats for the holidays. More on Original Murdick's Fudge at http://www.originalmurdicksfudge.com/ More on Behind the Mitten at beh...

John & Amy enjoy talking winter fun in Gaylord as well as the latest in Grand Rapids...Including the new Harmony Hall, GRgiftcards , and Broadway Grand Rapids! Behind the Mitten airs on WOOD M/FM in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 6pm---PLUS hear us on our great affiliates: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://mix1049online.com/ *Noon Sundays on Talk Radio 1360 on WKMI in Kala...

On the Dec. 5, 2015 edition of "Behind the Mitten," John and Amy talk to: Paul Beachnau of the Gaylord Tourism Bureau ( http://www.gaylordmichigan.net/) Barry Owens of Treetops Resort ( http://treetops.com/) and Sandy Mattingly of Pine-cone Accommodations and Vacation Rentals ( http://www.pineconevacations.com/) They kick off the show on segment 1. More on Behind the Mitten with John Gonzalez and...

John Gonzalez from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show. A preview of Harmony Halls' "Battle Cat" is featured this week---and Whats for Dinner at Neal's place? Behind the Mitten airs: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://mix1049online.com/ *Noon Sundays on Talk Radio 1360 on WKMI in Kalamazoo http://...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman interview Scott Graham of the Michigan Brewers Guild about the Winter Beer Festival, which is Feb. 26 and 27, 2015 at Fifth Third Ballpark in Comstock Park (near Grand Rapids). Tickets for the public go on sale Dec. 3, 2015. More info at http://www.mibeer.com/

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this weeks show John and Amy discover all there is to do this holiday season in Traverse City. Behind the Mitten airs on WOOD M/FM in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 6pm---PLUS hear us on our great affiliates: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://mix1049online.com/...

Amy Sherman & John Gonzalez from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show. Thanksgiving leftovers are upon us and they go great with Traverse City Area wines! PLUS all the upcoming Traverse City Holiday festivities not to be missed. Behind the Mitten airs: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://mix1049onli...

Today (Nov. 25, 2015) is Thanksgiving Eve, and Ellison Brewery & Spirits in East Lansing is offering samples of its beers for only $1 each. These are 4-oz. pours. Head brewer and co-owner Todd Schwem said they will off 10 on draft, 3 nitro and 2 hand pull beers. The two on hand pull include a chocolate cherry pepper stout and a peanut butter and banana stout. Yum. In this podcast, which was record...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this weeks show John and Amy take you to another ICONIC Michigan location...Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth! Discover the new Michigan on Main with them! http://www.bavarianinn.com/dine/michigan-on-main Behind the Mitten airs on WOOD M/FM in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 6pm---PLUS hear us...

Amy Sherman from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show. The Thanksgiving Holiday is almost here and Amy talks with Neal Dionne. One of Michigan's favorite restaurants, Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, and the new Michigan on Main are featured. Behind the Mitten airs: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://m...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this weeks show John and Amy are back on Mackinac Island making Murdick's fudge for YOU! Complete with a step by step video. Listen first and then see it at: https://youtu.be/xIm5pyN1Ttc Behind the Mitten airs on WOOD M/FM in Grand Rapids every Sunday at 6pm---PLUS hear us on our great...

John Gonzalez from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show. You can ship FRESH Murdick's Fudge from Mackinac Island to your loved ones for the Holidays! Learn about a few places to visit for Mac & Cheese, PLUS taste Neal's new favorite Beer. Order Fudge today: http://www.originalmurdicksfudge.com Behind the Mitten airs: *8 a.m...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this weeks show John and Amy explore all there is to do at Soaring Eagle Casino! *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://mix1049online.com/ *Noon Sundays on Talk Radio 1360 on WKMI in Kalamazoo http://wkmi.com/ Find the latest info and more details about "Behind th...

Holiday Sales 2015: Original Murdick's Fudge on Mackinac Island is open now and taking orders for the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. “This is the first time that we’ll be open in November,” says Original Murdick’s Fudge of Mackinac Island owner Bobby Benser. “And we’re super excited about our Thanksgiving offerings, which include four traditional fudge flavors — Chocolate Walnut, Double Choco...

Amy Sherman from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show. She's the High Rollin', Hunk Lovin', hostess with the most-ess this week! Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort is hosting the Deer Widows Weekend on November 13 and 14. TWO LIVE shows for the ladies, Incredible Spa Treatments, and luxurious rooms! Book today at: http://www.s...

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this weeks show John and Amy dig in at the new Lansing Brewing Company. With 12 of their own craft brews on tap and Chicken and waffles on the Menu we think you should treat yourself today! *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek http://mix1049online.com/ *Noon Sundays on...

Amy Sherman from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show, from Lansing Brewing Company Amy even samples BEER OF THE WEEK with Neal! On this weekend's show: John & Amy learn talk with Lansing Brewing Company GM Dan Glazer, Marketing Director Jake VanAtta, Head Chef Chris...and of course Head Brewer... Sawyer. 12 incredible beer...

John Gonzalez of MLive and Behind the Mitten was in Traverse City recently to do some research for his Michigan's Best Mac and Cheese search. While he was in the area, he stopped at the Grand Traverse Resort to get some details about The Great Beerd Run. The run is a 5k race that features beer from Short's, Beards Brewery and Right Brain Brewery. Participants actually drink beer on the course at t...