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Behind the Mitten

Behind the Mitten

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 "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.Copyright John Gonzalez Sciences sociales
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    • Amy Sherman talks about Memorial Day Weekend cook outs, plus Mackinac Island fudge (WILS-AM, May 22, 2025)

      Amy Sherman talks about Memorial Day Weekend cook outs, plus Mackinac Island fudge (WILS-AM, May 22, 2025)
      May 23 2025
      Each week, Amy and Gonzo appear on "Behind the Mitten" affiliate WILS-AM in Lansing as part of Mike Austin's "The Morning Wake Up."

      This week Amy talks about Memorial Day Weekend cooking (what is she making, or not?), as well as the art of making fudge on Mackinac Island.

      LISTEN NOW!

      Learn more about "The Morning Wake-Up" on WILS-AM (1320) at https://1320wils.com/podcasts/the-wils-morning-wake-up

      BTM airs at 8 a.m. Saturdays on WILS.

      "Behind the Mitten" is Michigan's premiere radio show and podcast. Overall it airs on 22 radio stations across 15 markets. Learn more at https://www.amyandgonzo.com/
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      14 min
    • Episode 700: Mackinac Island Main Street bustling with fudge, little luxuries and an awesome Irish pub (May 17-18, 2025)

      Episode 700: Mackinac Island Main Street bustling with fudge, little luxuries and an awesome Irish pub (May 17-18, 2025)
      May 19 2025
      Episode 700 - Original Murdick's Fudge on Mackinac Island

      Behind the Mitten is Michigan's premiere travel radio show and podcast. Celebrating 10 years, co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman travel the great state of Michigan, taking you to tasty restaurants, must-visit breweries/wineries/distilleries, get away travel destinations and more. They share the stories that make Michigan awesome.

      On this episode they travel to Mackinac Island for a taste of fudge and Main Street businesses.
      • Segment 1: Meet their good friend Susan Wilcox Olson, who brings along Original Murdick's Fudge master fudgemaker Carnell Samuels, who for the second season is working side-by-side his 14-year-old son Zarrien Samuels.
      • Segment 2: Want to know how Island business owner Andrew Doud recruited a former college buddy to leave California to help him open Patrick Doud's Irish Pub? We talk to Dave Pantano, co-owner of the pub about how he fell in love with Mackinac Island.
      • Segment 3: One of the Island's coolest boutique shops is Little Luxuiries where you will find many Michigan-made products, as well as what Amy Sherman calls, awesome "tchotchkes." We talk to GM Ashley Nixon about what you can find at Little Luxuries.
      • Segment 4: Our friend Susan returns with Erin McMullen, a manager at Original Murdick’s Fudge, where we talk about the gift packages you can purchase year around, as well as new flavors. We even have time for "Beer of the Week," which is Patrick Doud’s Irish Ale.
      Learn more about Original Murdick's Fudge at https://www.originalmurdicksfudge.com/
      Learn more about Patrick Doud's Irish Pub at https://www.patrickdoudspub.com/
      Learn more about Little Luxuries at https://littleluxuriesofmackinac.com/
      Listen to Behind the Mitten on these 22 radio station across 15 markets in Michigan. https://www.amyandgonzo.com/general-5
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      45 min
    • Episode 699: Summer golf, dining options, Ladies Golf School and more at Treetops Resort (May 10-11, 2025)

      Episode 699: Summer golf, dining options, Ladies Golf School and more at Treetops Resort (May 10-11, 2025)
      May 12 2025
      Episode 699: Summer golf, dining options, a special school for women and more at Treetops Resort (May 10-11, 2025)

      Behind the Mitten is Michigan’s premiere travel radio show and podcast, celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025. Co-hosted by Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez, the show has released nearly 700 episodes and been recognized by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters as best weekend speciality show. It airs on 22 radio stations over 15 markets in Michigan. More information on amyandgonzo.com.

      This weekend they spotlight Treetops Resort in Gaylord, which was recently named Resort of the Year at the Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism. General Manager Barry Owens speaks on leadership, the emphasis on overall guest experience and introduces two key members of his team who make Treetops Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort.

      Learn more at treetops.com.

      Segment 1: GM Barry Owens talks about the start of a busy golf season and creating lasting memories. He also emphasizes some of the priorities that make Treetops successful - attention to detail, which “is crucial in guest services,” as well as learning from mistakes.

      Segment 2: Treetops Director of Recreation Doug Hoeh stops by the podcast to talk about how driven his team is to maintain all 81 holes on five golf courses, as well as some of the new initiatives like Ladies Golf School that coincides with National Women’s Golf Day (June 1). Ladies Golf School is a multi-day experience (June 1-July 9) designed for all levels. Learn more at https://www.treetops.com/summer/golfing/golf-academy/ladies-golf-academy/.

      Segment 3: We celebrate Michigan's vibrant culinary scene with Brian Smith, the new Food and Beverage Director at Treetops Resort. We discuss the new menu offerings, including award-winning dishes and local partnerships, as well as the upcoming launch of a signature beer, Legendary Tees. Yes, it’s our Beer of the Week! Brian adds that the new menu focuses on quick, hearty options for guests, such as bourbon pork belly and tater kegs, which are liked a loaded baked potato in a tater tot. The conversation also highlights the importance of local ingredients and catering to diverse dietary preferences, all while enjoying the beautiful backdrop of Gaylord, Michigan.

      Segment 4: Barry Owens returns to the show to talk about Treetops’ major award as Resort of the Year by the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association during the Michigan Governor’s Conference on Tourism on Wednesday, April 16 in Novi, Michigan. The annual MRLA Stars of the Industry Awards recognizes outstanding members of all roles within Michigan's hospitality industry who have demonstrated professionalism and creativity while going above and beyond their role to contribute to the positive image of the industry. Owens said he was humbled by the recognition, but added “it was great validation for what we've been doing” and showed the “importance of having passionate staff" when you're in the hospitality industry.

      Learn more about Treetops at https://www.treetops.com/.
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      45 min

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