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Behind the Mitten

By: John Gonzalez
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  • "Behind the Mitten" is Michigan's premiere travel radio show and Podcast and has more than 500 episodes. 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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  • Makers Trail Festival 2024: Everything you need to know (St. Joe Today Podcast)

    Makers Trail Festival 2024: Everything you need to know (St. Joe Today Podcast)
    May 2 2024
    SEASON 6, BONUS EPISODE

    Makers Trail Festival, June 8, 2024, Weko Beach in Bridgman

    On this special Behind the Mitten Show with Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez podcast, Gonzo and Amy spend some time with friends at St. Joe Today at the Pure Michigan Governor's Conferece in April in Kalamazoo.

    They were able to get all the details about the Makers Trail Festival, June 8 on Weko Beach in Bridgman, which is an event that "will be popping corks, tapping kegs and pouring your favorite spirits ’til sunset," according to Daniele Crevier, events and operations manager at St. Joe Today.

    The party from 1-7 p.m. on Lake Michigan features the area's premier wine, beer, cider and spirit makers all in one place, as well as live music.

    Learn more at: makerstrailfestival.org

    Tickets are $10/person until 11:59 p.m. on May 31; $20/person June 1-7 and at the Gate (June 8); Children 12 & Under are FREE

    Paul Knapp
    At the end of the interview (at 9:57 marrk), Daniele introduces Gonzo and Amy to Paul Knapp, the new executive director at St. Joe Today, who is just getting his toes wet in new the job. You'll love listening to his excitement for his new role. Gonzo and Amy guess what line of work he did before taking over as executive director. Gonzo said he worked with horses, and Amy said he was in logistics. He called it a "career pivot." Tune in to find out.

    We hope you enjoy this Bonus Podcast.

    Where are we going to be next? We don't know. But tune in to find out.

    Follow John and Amy:
    Website: amyandgonzo.com
    Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten
    TwitterX at @BehindTheMitten
    Instagram at @BehindTheMitten
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    15 mins
  • S6,E17: Treetops 'Grill on the Hill' and summer golf 2024

    S6,E17: Treetops 'Grill on the Hill' and summer golf 2024
    May 1 2024
    SEASON 6, EPISODE 17

    On this weekend’s Behind the Mitten Show with Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez --

    This week we travel to Gaylord and visit with our good friends at Treetops, Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort. They are hosting their annual Grill on the Hill barbecue event this Saturday, May 4, and we got all the details. Plus, lots about golf, equipment, new food menus, and more on this episode of Behind the Mitten.

    We start off with an all-resort update from Treetops general manager Barry Owens, who is a regular on BTM. The Treetops team has been working hard all winter to be ready for the busy summer golf season.

    While winter was a bit of a bust, the lack of snow means that courses will be opening earlier than ever, and that is a great thing for Treetops. Tim Maddie, Director of Recreation Maintenance, and Mark Hogan, Recreation Manager at Treetops join us to talk all about golf. Course conditions are looking good across all five championship courses, including the famous par-3 Threetops course.

    New food and beverage director Jessie King is joining Treetops this season, after spending a few years working on Mackinac Island. She brings a new energy to the resort, and is working on menu and restaurant changes that you'll see throughout the season. Tune in to hear what its like to manage the food scene at a large property like Treetops.

    Grill on the Hill is one of the resort's signature events, and it's been reimagined for 2024 in partnership with Ebels General Store. We have Mr. Owens back on, along with our buddy Stephanie Adkins who works with Ebels. (Inside tip: You might remember her from when she was a reporter on TV 9&10 News).

    This mouth-watering event will feature a fierce BBQ competition, and tasting event, plus awards and prizes. Individual teams will showcase their grilling expertise in a lively competition, while guests get to indulge in delicious BBQ, interact with expert grillers, and enjoy live music, drinks, and entertainment suitable for all ages. You'll also be able to hang out with Amy if you go, as she is one of the judges for this smoke show.

    Where are we going to be next week? We don't know. But tune in to find out.

    Follow John and Amy:
    Website: amyandgonzo.com
    Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten
    TwitterX at @BehindTheMitten
    Instagram at @BehindTheMitten
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    45 mins
  • Biere de Mac's Beer of the Year is back on tap! (April 23, 2024)

    Biere de Mac's Beer of the Year is back on tap! (April 23, 2024)
    Apr 23 2024
    SEASON 6, BONUS EPISODE

    On this weekend’s Behind the Mitten Show with Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez -- Gonzo was able to catch up with Danny Ranville of Biere de Mac Brew Works in Mackinaw City. The last time he stopped in (March), the award-winning Fleur de Mac - a Belgian farmhouse ale that was introduced in 2020 as a collaboration with Mackinac State Historic Park - was being brewed.

    Unfortunately, a Mackinaw City power outage stopped production of the beer, and their was a lot of anxciety over they would have to dump the beer and start over or whether they would be able to finish the process and put it on tap.

    Danny tells the story about they were able to finish the beer, which turned out just as good as the day Amy and Gonzo selected Fleur de Mas as Beer of the Year.

    In fact, Gonzo just tasted it this past weekend (April 22, 2024), and he reports that it is spot on. In fact, Danny was brewing another batch so the beer can be on tap this summer.

    Fleur de Mac comes in at 9% ABV and uses a special Belgian yeast, which yields an explosion of aromas on the nose and an extremely long dry finish. It's flawless. Taste it for yourself.

    Learn more about Biere de Mac Brew Works and Fleur de Mac, Beer of the Year!

    Follow John and Amy:
    Website: amyandgonzo.com
    Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/behindthemitten
    TwitterX at @BehindTheMitten
    Instagram at @BehindTheMitten
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    12 mins
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