Behind the Mitten

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and it has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This Podcast was recorded at the Pure Michigan's Governor's Conference on Tourism at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Traverse City. We focus on Michigan's Tourism industry, as well as the Keweenaw Peninsula. Our special guest co-host was Paul Beachnau of Gaylord Tourism. It aired April 23-24, 2022.

Behind the Mitten is presented by Treetops Resort in Gaylord - Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort. Make your summer golf reservations now at https://www.treetops.com/.

Segment 1 - Paul Beachnau of the Gaylord Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is our special co-host, with a cameo from Susan Wilcox Olson of Grand Bay Promotions.
Learn more about Gaylord at https://www.gaylordmichigan.net/.
Lear more about Grand Bay at https://grandbaypromotions.com/.

Segment 2 (10:00) - We go Above the Mitten with Brad Barnett, the Executive Director of the
Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Learn more about the Keweenaw at https://www.keweenaw.info/.

Segment 3 (19:02) - We talk to Candice Smith of Tours Around Michigan, who offers tours about Grand Rapids History, Art, Architecture & Ghost Stories. She even brings a couple of "creepy dolls" to the set.
Learn more at https://toursaroundmichigan.com/.

Segment 4 (29:42) - Taste of the Week is from Caroline Rizzo, public relations manager at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. It's one you don't want to miss.
Learn more about GT Resort at https://www.grandtraverseresort.com/.

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and it has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This show is focused on agri-tourism and Michigan's growing season. It aired April 16-17, 2022.

Behind the Mitten is presented by Treetops Resort in Gaylord - Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort. Make your summer golf reservations now at https://www.treetops.com/.

Segment 1 - Plant expert Rick Vuyst joins John and Amy to talk about Michigan's climate and rich soil that makes it one of the Top 10 states in the country to produce fruits and vegetables. They also talk about some of the top things for gardeners to grow this season.

Segment 2 (10:40) - Rick returns to talk about of this favorite places to visit around Michigan. To learn more about Rick, and his recent book "I Need to Change My Plants," check out his website https://thankyouverymulch.com/.

Segment 3 (20:03) - John and Amy talk about some of their favorite destinations that celebrate horticulture.

Above the Mitten (29:59) - John and Amy take you to the Island Resort and Casino near Escanaba.

Segment 4 (31:41): John and Amy talk about Agri-Tourism and feature Sarah Anderson of Iron Fish Distillery in Thompsonville. She co-owns the 120-acre farm in Northern Michigan that grows and harvests its own grains, making it Michigan's first distillery on a working farm. Learn more about Iron Fish at https://ironfishdistillery.com/.

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and it has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This show is focused on the return of baseball in Michigan. This show aired April 9-10, 2022.

Behind the Mitten is presented by Treetops Resort in Gaylord - Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort. Make your summer golf reservations now at https://www.treetops.com/.

Segment 1 - John and Amy talk to Mickey Graham, GM of the Traverse City Pit Spitters, back-to-back Northwoods League Champions (2019 & 2021). They play games all summer long in the collegiate league at at Turtle Creek Stadium in Traverse City. The Pit Spitters will host the Michigan Brewers Guild 3rd Annual Inaugural Spring Beer Festival on May 7 . https://northwoodsleague.com/traverse-city-pit-spitters/2022/02/01/spring-beer-festival/

Also, the Pit Spitters will play the Kalamazoo Growlers in a classic Northwoods League matchup on Wednesday, June 22nd at 6:35 p.m. at LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park.

Learn more about the Pit Spitters at https://northwoodsleague.com/traverse-city-pit-spitters/.

Segment 2 - We talk to Tyler Kring, Assistant GM at the Great Lakes Loons of the Midwest League, based in Midland. The team is an affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Learn more at https://www.milb.com/great-lakes

Segment 3 - We talk to Brian Colopy, owner of the Kalamazoo Growlers and Battle Creek Battle Jacks. Both are in the Northwoods League.

Learn more about the Growlers at https://northwoodsleague.com/kalamazoo-growlers/

Learn more about the Battle Jacks at https://northwoodsleague.com/battle-creek-battle-jacks/

Segment 4 - Chris Andrus, co-owner of the Mitten Brewing Company, offers Taste of the Week, and more about his love for baseball. Learn more at https://www.mittenbrewing.com/.

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and it has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This show is focused on Michigan destinations for Spring Break, April 4-10, as well as how to get Dragon's Milk "Origin," a Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey from New Holland Spirits. This show aired April 2-3, 2022.

Behind the Mitten is presented by Treetops Resort in Gaylord - Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort. Make your summer golf reservations now at https://www.treetops.com/.

Segment 1 - John and Amy talk about Spring Break memories with kids, and they also pledge to get some golfing lessons this summer.

Segment 2 - Amy’s Top 3 places to check out during Spring Break: Marquette, Detroit and Frankenmuth.

Segment 3 - Gonzo’s Top 3 places to check out during Spring Break: Marshall, Stevensville and Monroe.

Segment 4 - Gonzo and Amy talk to Adam Dickerson, Brand Manager at New Holland Spirits about "Origin" Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey. Pre-orders were this weekend. It will begin arriving in stores in the next few weeks.

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This show features Southwestern, Michigan! It aired March 26-27, 2022.

Segment 1 - Jonny Reinhardt of WSJM. Learn more at https://www.wsjm.com/.

Segment 2 - Amy Zapal, executive director of St. Joe Today. Learn more at
https://www.wsjm.com/.

Segment 3 - Suz Schalon, executive director of the Silver Beach Carousel Society. Learn more at https://www.silverbeachcarousel.com/index.php.

Segment 4 - Christian Cook, head brewer at Silver Harbor Brewing Co. Learn more at https://www.silverharborbrewing.com/home

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This show features Lansing, Michigan!

Segment 1 - Gonzo and Amy talk to Lori Lanspeary of Lansing.org about some places to visit during Spring Break. https://www.lansing.org/

Segment 2 (10:50) - Gonzo and Amy revisit some of their favorite haunts when in Lansing, including Horrocks Market and restaurants in Old Town. https://www.shophorrocks.com/ and http://iloveoldtown.org/

Segment 3 (19:37): Interview with co-owner Matt Gillett at Saddleback BBQ, who rallied his support for the community in REO Town during the pandemic. He and co business owner Travis Stoliker really blossomed over the tough times. They opened a second location in Okemos right before the pandemic. https://www.saddlebackbbq.com/

Above the Mitten (28:13): Jay Clancey of Cognition Brewery in Ishpeming updates listeners about the brewery's re-opening.

Segment 4 (29:17): Matt of Saddleback returned to the show to talk about their latest venture, a pizza place called "Slice By Saddleback." https://www.saddlebackbbq.com/blogs/blog/slice-by-saddleback-faqs

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This show features St. Patrick's Day events throughout Michigan, as well as why Gonzo and Amy think Bay City is one of the state's best towns to visit.

Segment 1 - Gonzo and Amy talk about St. Patrick's Day events in the state.

Segment 2 - Interview with Tom Newsham, President of the Bay City Parade Association. The parade is at 2 p.m. March 20. Learn more at http://www.stpatparadebaycity.org/.

Segment 3 - Interview with Andy Brady of Dig Deep Race Events LLC, which is producing this year's Bay City St. Patrick's Day Races (5k & 8k). This year's races are on March 20. Learn more at https://digdeepraces.com/baycitystpatsdayraces.

Segment 4 - Interview with Dave Baranowski and Kellie Berry of D'Angelo's Pizza in Bay City, one of Gonzo & Amy's favorite restaurants in the state. They are known for great pizza, burgers and wings, as well as one of the state's most extensive Vegan menus.

You'll also hear their weekly Above the Mitten segment with Jay Clancey of Ishpeming.

BTM airs:

*8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS-1320 AM in Lansing

*10 a.m. Saturdays on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor.

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

We're excited to announce that you will be able to hear Behind the Mitten on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM in Benton Harbor. Make sure to join us every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. You can stream the show https://www.wsjm.com/.

Learn more about Behind the Mitten at https://behindthemitten.net/.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This week's show was recorded at The Stray Cafe, a new coffeehouse and performance space in Grand Rapids. It is located on the South Division Corridor.

Segment 1. Janet Korn of Experience Grand Rapids. https://www.experiencegr.com/

Segment 2. Chip Van Klompenberg, co-owner of The Stray Cafe. https://www.thestraycafe.com/ or learn more in this article in the Grand Rapids Business Journal. https://grbj.com/news/beverages/couple-opens-wyoming-cafe-with-a-purpose/

Segment 3. Restaurant owner Jeff Lobdell, who has 15 properties in the GR area, and 5 others in the Traverse City area. https://4gr8food.com/

Segment 4. Brett Bristol, co-owner of nearby Arvon Brewing Co., stops by for Taste of the Week. https://www.arvonbrewingco.com/

BTM airs:

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.

“Behind the Mitten” is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and Podcast, and has more than 400 episodes. It is co-hosted by John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman. The show has been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as Best in Category.

This week's show is all about Marquette, Michigan.

Segment 1. Susan Estler from Travel Marquette. https://www.travelmarquette.com/

Segment 2. Bugsy Sailor from UP Supply Co. https://upsupply.co/

Segment 3. Brian Buchanan and Nick Piedmonte from Dunegrass Co. https://dunegrass.co/

Segment 4. Andy Langlois from Blackrocks. https://www.blackrocksbrewery.com/

BTM airs:

*1 p.m. Sundays on WSGW-AM (790) and FM (100.5) in Saginaw.

*6 p.m. Sundays on WOOD-AM (1300) and (106.9) in Grand Rapids.

Follow John and Amy on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten or
Twitter at @BehindTheMitten and Instagram at @BehindTheMitten_.