For more than five years, Kelsey Hubbell has been bartending at the Majestic Complex (Garden Bowl, Magic Stick, Majestic Theater), but that's just our jumping off point. She is also a tremendous community activist and has launched a socially conscious consulting agency called Roots to Rise Detroit. She also co-founded Detroit Up North. Kelsey is a badass and after listening to our discussion, you'll know why. Thanks, as always, for listening, downloading, and subscribing. For more info, check out http://heardpodcast.com and follow @heardpodcast on Instagram.

Ping Ho, co-owner of The Royce and the upcoming Marrow, joins us to discuss wine, opening a butcher shop/restaurant, and more. Ho was born in Singapore, worked in the music industry in New York for more than a decade, then moved to Detroit to open The Royce. Her passion & knowledge are undeniable.

Not too long ago Chef Maxcel Hardy was NBA superstar Amar'e Stoudemire's personal chef in Los Angeles. Presently, Chef Max is focused on Detroit with River Bistro in Rosedale Park and two more places slated open in the near future. Not only is Chef Max working in restaurants, but he's also doing a lot to help the community. This episode is inspiring and testament to the power of the hospitality industry. Learn more about River Bistro at http://riverbistrodetroit.com. Thank you very much for listening and subscribing. Stay tuned to http://heardpodcast.com for updates and more.

We are joined by Serena Daniels, food journalist and recent recipient of a grant from the Detroit Journalism Engagement Fund for Tostada Magazine. Serena's mission with Tostada Magazine, "is journalism that speaks to the rich culture of Metro Detroit’s food scene. We seek to shift the focus of food writing in the Detroit area by bringing the voices of our communities to the forefront of the conversation," (taken from http://tostadamagazine.com). At the center of this conversation is the assumed need for "ethnic food" to be inexpensive and how a taqueria in Dearborn is turning that notion on its head. We love hearing from each and every one of you, so if you have a minute, drop us a line or leave a review on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @heardpodcast. Cheers!

Our first episode of 2018 is focused on changing the world. We're joined by Mallory Brown of Travel Mal. Mallory is trying to make the world a better place through social entrepreneurship and global humanitarianism, especially in developing countries. Her next project, "Walk a Mile," is fascinating and she needs our help! Listen in to hear about how donating to Mallory's cause directly impacts those in need. You can learn more about Travel Mal at http://travelmal.com. As always, we are grateful to you, our listeners, for downloading, listening, and subscribing. For more, visit http://heardpodcast.com and follow us on Instagram @heardpodcast.

Heard Podcast, Episode 43

Thanks to everyone who attended our Industry Writers' Meet Up at Bad Luck Bar. Shout out to Long Road Distillers, Wright & Co, Yani, Chas, Mike, and everyone who donated prizes! Grey Ghost Beverage Director and Bartender extraordinaire, Will Lee joins us to discuss Detroit hospitality and it's cocktail scene. We talk about Grey Ghost and how Will's hospitality focus informs the training at Grey Ghost and how that will carry over to Second Best, opening in 2018. And Will's abs - we talk about abs for the first time in Heard! history. You can learn more about Will and Grey Ghost at http://greyghostdetroit.com. As always, we're thrilled with your support. Remember to subscribe and review and follow @heardpodcast on Instagram.

We dive deep into our beer cellars as we welcome Robert Allen, "Spirits of Detroit," columinst from the Detroit Free Press to drink some beer and discuss beer and spirits around metro Detroit. How does four year old Bells Hopslam taste? What about 15 year old North Coast Brewing Old Stock Ale? Listen to find out! As always we appreiciate your feedback and support. Please head over to http://heardpodcast.com for more info and follow @heardpodcast on Instagram for photos.

We're finally talking about cider. Nicole Ward from Forgotten Ciders in Wheeler, Michigan, joins us to answer some pressing questions regarding apples and cider. Eastman's Orchard grows hundreds of varieites of apples and many of them are included in their ciders. Of course, we sample some Forgotten Ciders and discuss the lovely tart intricacies of each variety. You can learn more about Forgotten Ciders at https://www.facebook.com/EastmansForgottenCiders/. We are honored that you're listening to Heard! and we appreciate every download and subscription. You can learn more about Heard! at http://heardpodcast.com and by following @heardpodcast on Instagram.

Given its staus as one of the most consumed beverages in the world and ubiquitousness in households, coffee is often taken for granted. We spend an hour poring over coffee with Brad Kopek, owner of White Pine Coffee, a Michigan Micro-Roastery. Specialty coffee, like White Pine Coffee, is just a small subset of the coffee world, but just like craft beer a few years ago, it is gaining popularity. You can find more about White Pine Coffee at http://www.whitepinecoffee.com/. Thanks for listening and subscribing! For more on Heard!, visit http://heardpodcast.com. Until next time, dine well, friends.