John Gonzalez

Behind the Mitten

Society EN ↓ 841 episodes

"Behind the Mitten" is Michigan's premiere travel radio show and Podcast and has nearly 700 episodes. In 2025 it celebrates 10 years! It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. John is a longtime journalist, social media early adopter and member of the Central Michigan University Journalism Hall of Fame. Amy is a former chef with 20-plus experience, craft beer expert and freelance writer. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten.

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Author

John Gonzalez

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Oct 20, 2026

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Episodes

BTM is "back at Mack"-Making Murdick's fudge for YOU! 17.11.2015

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...

BTM talks Murdick's, Mac & Cheese, and YES BEER with Neal Dionne on WOOD 12.11.2015

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...

BTM LOVES Soaring Eagle Casino! 09.11.2015

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...

BTM Original Murdicks Fudge 60 Second Promo 07.11.2015

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...

BTM's Amy Sherman w/Neal Dionne... She's a Soaring Eagle High Roller! 05.11.2015

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...

BTM does Lansing Brewing! 31.10.2015

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...

BTM Talks Lansing Brewing Company with Neal Dionne 30.10.2015

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...

The Great Beerd Run Podcast-Nov. 14 at Grand Traverse Resort 27.10.2015

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...

BTM Discovers Marshall Michigan! 25.10.2015

INFO COMMENTS 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 Marshall Michigan. Historic Schuler's Restaurant, Dark Horse Brewery, and Louie's Bakery....YUM! 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...

BTM Passport Experience GR 20.10.2015

John sits down with Kelly McGrail from Experience Grand Rapids to talk about the new Beer City Passport. Pick one up at one of the 23 participating Breweries today and join the "Brewsade". 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 in Saugatuck. Behind the Mitten airs: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1...

BTM Explores Saugatuck. 19.10.2015

INFO COMMENTS 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 in Saugatuck. 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://wkmi.com/ Find the latest info and more details about "Behin...

BTM Podcast-HopCat GR Wood and Wild Ale Fest Oct. 17 16.10.2015

John Gonzalez of MLive and the "Behind the Mitten" radio show stopped by at HopCat Grand Rapids (on Oct. 16) to talk to Rick Martinez about the Wood & Wild Ale Fest, which begins at 11 a.m. Oct. 17, 2015 in downtown Grand Rapids. Rick said the 7th annual festival is an "annual celebration of wood-aged and sour beers. There will be special tappings, bottle releases and more. " More info on the HopC...

Behind The Mitten: Preview of Oct. 17 show with SBC, Gabe Bober and Bowdies Chop House 16.10.2015

Amy Sherman from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to preview this weekend's show, which was recorded at the Saugatuck Brewing Company. Amy even samples BEER OF THE WEEK with Neal! On this weekend's show: John Gonzalez and Amy learn more about SBC's brew on premise program, interview Gabe Bober of Treetops Resort, who was brewing a beer for Hops for H...

At Saugatuck Brewing Company-Hops for Hope 13.10.2015

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman of "Behind the Mitten" spent the day at Saugatuck Brewing Company (on Oct. 13, 2015) for "Hopes for Hop," where Gabe Bober of Treetops Resort brewed a special beer for the charity. The beer is a double IPA. More details to come. John and Amy are planning to attend a release party on Nov. 14 at Treetops Resort. Listen to this weekend's show at 8 a.m. Saturday on Mix 10...

BTM explores whats NEW in K-zoo! 11.10.2015

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 visit Kalamazoo. 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://wkmi.com/ Find the latest info and more details about "Behind the Mitten" a...

Amy & John Share their Top 5 things to do this weekend 10.10.2015

Amy Sherman & John Gonzalez of "Behind the Mitten" appeared on WOOD Radio's Morning Show this morning with their top 5 things to do for this weekend 10/9-10/11. 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://wkmi.com/ *6 p.m. Sundays on Newsradio WOOD 1300 & 1069 FM in Grand Rapids...

BTM's John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman Join Neal Dionne to talk U.P. Beer And K-zoo too! 09.10.2015

John & Amy from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to talk about Michigan U.P Beers and Kzoo!! 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://wkmi.com/ *6 p.m. Sundays on Newsradio WOOD 1300 & 1069 FM in Grand Rapids http://www.iheart.c...

BTM Talks with GENE SIMMONS about a Movie in Michigan! 05.10.2015

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this weeks show John talks with rock legend Gene Simmons about making a movie right here in Cadillac Michigan! 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://wkmi.com/...

BTM Visits Neal Dionne to talk BEER & Bonteboks! 02.10.2015

Amy Sherman from"Behind the Mitten"appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to talk about BEER & Bonteboks!! 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://wkmi.com/ *6 p.m. Sundays on Newsradio WOOD 1300 & 1069 FM in Grand Rapids http://www.iheart.com/live/wo...

BTM TOP 5 Things to do the first weekend in October 02.10.2015

Amy Sherman of "Behind the Mitten" appeared on WOOD Radio's Morning Show this morning with some things to do for this weekend. 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://wkmi.com/ *6 p.m. Sundays on Newsradio WOOD 1300 & 1069 FM in Grand Rapids http://www.iheart.com/live/wood-r...

BTM announces the incredible Forest Hills Fine Arts season line up! 26.09.2015

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 broadcast from Forest Hills Fine Arts Center with special guest Meggan George. Meggan announces their star-studded season line up and you won't want to miss it! Season tickets go on sale on Monday September 28th. More event details at: http://www.fhfinearts...

BTM Top 5 for this HUGE Weekend in West Michigan! 25.09.2015

Amy Sherman of "Behind the Mitten" appeared on WOOD Radio's Morning Show this morning with some things to do for this weekend. 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://wkmi.com/ *6 p.m. Sundays on Newsradio WOOD 1300 & 1069 FM in Grand Rapids http://www.iheart.com/live/wood-r...

PROST! BTM & Neal Dionne from WOOD talk Ocktoberfest this weekend! 24.09.2015

Amy Sherman from"Behind the Mitten" and Brian Vilmont appeared on WOOD Radio's "West Michigan Live" with Neal Dionne to talk about this weekend's Oktoberfest. Visit: http://www.oktoberfestwestmichigan.com 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://wkmi.com/ *6 p.m. Sundays on N...

Behind the Mitten gets a sneak peek at Oktoberfest-Join us!!! 20.09.2015

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman co-host "Behind the Mitten," a radio show and podcast about all things Michigan. On this show (which aired Sept. 19-20, 2015), John and Amy broadcast from Logan's and speak with Oktoberfest organizers. Get ready to join us next weekend at John Ball Zoo for the real deal! Free Parking, Free entry, and donate to Hops for Hope by just joining us for a beer. John will be...

BTM Top 5 things to do TODAY! September 19th. 19.09.2015

John Gonzalez of "Behind the Mitten" appeared on WOOD Radio's Morning Show yesterday Morning with some things you won't want to miss this weekend. ...and John Joins Val Lego on WZZM WZZM 13. See it here: http://www.wzzm13.com/story/news/local/2015/09/17/behind-the-mitten-breweries-events-irish-music-festival/72374718/ Behind the Mitten airs: *8 a.m. Saturdays on Mix 1049 on WBXX in Battle Creek ht...

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