MI Best: An MLive Podcast

Today we talk Electric Vehicles with Consumers Energy’s Lauren Youngdahl Snyder, VP of Customer Experience. There is an obvious link between electric vehicles and an energy company like Consumers Energy, especially with their ‘Power My’ programs, but it’s more than a simple link for Lauren, it’s personal for her family and her impact on the environment. Power My Drive and Power My Fleet are progra...

In this episode we talk to Xavier Verna, executive director of the Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee. His passion and mission to bring performing arts and culture to as many people as possible is infectious. As you explore Michigan’s gorgeous fall colors, take the time to check out an exciting show in the Ramsdell Theatre’s fall lineup.

In this episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes we talk with Kurt Suidinski about the algebra of selling your home while you’re building a new home…spoiler alert, don’t worry, Eastbrook Homes has you covered and will work with you to make this happen easily

Thanks to our friends at Southwest Michigan Tourist Council ( swmichigan.org ), we got to talk with Kenny Stover of Stover's Farm Market – our conversation roamed from the benefits of Lake Michigan on fruit to pandemic-driven farm-fresh fruit appreciation to 150 years of farming.

Today, we talk with Bill Hallan, CEO and president of the Michigan Retailers Association. We get into this year's spending trends and forecasts, whether or not that predicted 'revenge' spending happened, and what is having the most impact on local retailers right now.

On this episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes, we talk with Josh McGraw about current housing market conditions, how lowering lumber prices impact the housing economy, and more.

As they started seriously collecting art, Steven Alan Bennett and Dr. Elain Melotti Schmidt found that art pieces by female artists were underrepresented in the art world. So they decided to do something about that, they created The Bennett Prize with the goal of propelling the careers of women painters, empowering artists and showcasing talented female artists. Find works from the Bennett Prize a...

In our continuing series with the Michigan Retailers Association, we highlight local business owner Rachel Lutz of The Peacock Room, Yama, and Frida. Talking to her about marketing and small business operations during and post-pandemic.

In this episode of At Home with Eastbrook Homes - Amanda Smit from Eastbrook Homes talks interior design, and what to consider as you design your home space to fit your needs. website: eastbrookhomes.com

Eric Hultgren talks with Paul Mow about the events coming to The Ghostlight Theater in Benton Harbor, MI. Just one example of the vibrant Arts and Culture scene in Southwest Michigan and one of SWMTC’s Creative Connections destinations. With Creative Connections you can earn prizes while enjoying the arts and culture of Southwest Michigan.

In this episode Eric Hultgren talks with Carin Whybrew about buying a home in Lansing, MI

On today's episode, Eric talks to Kendra Patterson of Michigan Barnwood & Salvage - learning how starting a DIY project for themselves led to a serendipitous friendship and ‘accidentally’ building a business that includes a retail store supporting and offering products from 80 local artisans. Thanks to our partner and friends at the Michigan Retailers Association for leading us to Kendra and Trevo...

In this episode, Eric Hultgren talks with Wendy Traschen tournament director about the LPGA return to the Great Lakes Bay region with the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational July 12-17

On this Podcast, John Gonzalez of Michigan's Best talks to Randy McArthur of Jackson, Michigan-based Dawn Foods, which sells doughnuts mixes and other baking products all over the world. They talk about doughnut trends, including the popularity of Vegan doughnuts, as we get ready for National Doughnut Day on June 4, 2021.

This winter, the Niles NODE outdoor social district was the winner of Michigan's Best Outdoor Dining in Kalamazoo and SW Michigan. In his podcast, Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez catch up with Lisa Croteau, Program Manager at Niles DDA Main Street, which is continuing the district this summer.

In this episode, John Gonzalez sits down with Cori-Ann Cearley president of the Munising CVB about the amazing things you can do this summer. 

John and Amy talk to Mark Tonello, Fisheries Management Biologist for the Michigan DNR

Jordan Byelich Waterways Development Manager for the DNR stops by to talk with John and Amy about Michigan waterways and what to expect this summer on any one of our Michigan's Best Inland Lakes. 

When you drive into an Eastbrook community, you'll notice a subtle sense of arrival. This podcast covers the details, creativity, and work that goes into planning a community. Listen as VP of Land Development, Michael McGraw, discusses Eastbrook's specific approach to community development, as well as what new projects he's excited about. Listen to this week's At Home with Eastbrook podcast! Websi...

This week John and Amy launched our next search, Michigan's Best Inland Lakes and on this episode we get into what has happened in week one. 

In this episode, John and Amy look back at the search for Michigan's Best Vacation spots. 

In this episode, Eric Hultgren talks with Bob and Michelle Fish from Biggby Coffee about One Bigg Island in Space and how they are making profound changes in the world with coffee.   Get more info here:  https://www.onebiggislandinspace.com/  

MI Best Stories: In today’s episode, John Gonzalez talks with Ryan Gerard, owner of Third Coast Surf Shop in St. Joe, MI. Ryan talks about the Michigan board sports life (from surfing to skateboarding to snowboarding) and especially the culture and community of board sports fans.

In this episode Eric Hultgren heads to Grand Rapids, MI to talk with Veverly Austin and Mel Trombley about the Arts Marketplace at Studio Park. The Marketplace at Studio Park exists to create opportunities and remove barriers for women and minority-owned businesses, equipping them to have a presence in Downtown Grand Rapids and scale their business.

In this episode, John and Amy talk with Dave Lorenz from the MEDC + Pure Michigan about some spots he wants to hit up this summer.