Behind the Mitten
"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.
Episodes
We know how curious people are about what life is like on the island during the off-season. We know because we are also super interested in winter on Mackinac, we think it's the most incredible time to visit if you are able. Andrew Doud was born and raised on the island, and is now raising hi...
In fact, you can pre-order your holiday gifts and send an unforgettable taste of Mackinac Island to friends, family and clients - NOW! Choose from crunchy caramel corn, old-fashioned salt water taffy or buttery brittle — including the seasonal favorite, Holiday Brittle, which is loa...
We visit with our good friend Charlie Olson from Grand Bay Promotions, who shares a few of his favorite Michigan-made gifts to give this season, including our favorite, Original Murdick's Fudge. Fun flavored oils and vinegars from Fustini's ship like a dream and can make anyone a chef. One very unique i...
Amy shares BTM's adventures on the Paul Miller Show on WPHM in Port Huron, which airs Behind the Mitten" at noon on Saturdays and 8 a.m. Sundays.
Listen to Behind the Mitten this weekend on 22 radio affiliates across the state at amyandgonzo.com.
Bury Me in Sugar! Amy Sherman talks about sweet Pure Michigan gifts for the holidays (WILS, Nov. 20)
Amy shares appears every Thursday at 7:40 a.m. on the WILS Morning Wake Up Show in Lansing with host Mike Austin, who create...
And SON OF A NUTCRACKER there are SO MANY things to do!!
We recorded this show at family friendly War Water Brewery/Distillery in St. Clair on the River. They are known for their over-the-top holiday decorations, and were just installing their incredible Christmas display...
Amy shares BTM's adventures on the Paul Miller Show on WPHM in Port Huron.
Listen to Behind the Mitten this weekend on 22 radio a...
ROADTRIP!
On Episode 725, co-hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman stop in St. Clair, Imlay City and Davison as they navigate I-69 from Port Huron to Flint. This show was recorded Nov. 3, 2025. It aired across the state of Michigan the weekend of Nov. 8-9.
The stops:
- Ted's Coney Island in St. Clair where Gonzo and Amy have saganaki - OPE!
- Steveo's Bar & Grill in Imlay ...
- They have breakfast at a Ted's Coney Island in St. Clair for saganaki - OPE!
- A cheeseburger in an surprise stop at Steveo's Bar & Grill in Imlay City.
- Wings at MoJoe's Wings in Davison, a place we have not visited for 7 years.
- And seafood at Whitey's, ...
Amy shares BTM's adventures on the WILS Morning Wake Up Show in Lansing with host Mike Austin, w...
On this episode:
- Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy begin the morning at MI Coffee, a roadsize drive-thru in the Interlochen Plaza. They surprised the husband-and-wife owners with an on-th...
On this episode:
- Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy talk to Joe Herscher of Mackinac Island Carriage Tours. Joe talks about the transition of fall to winter when of their 400 horses leave Island to a spacious farm in Pickford where they are pampered with plenty to eat and ...
On this episode:
- Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy talk about some favorite haunted house attractions in Michigan, including Erebus in Pontiac.
- Segment 2: We take a trip to Glenside Pub in Muskegon for some incredible pizza.
- Segment 3: We spend time with CMU's Stan Shingles...
On this episode:
- Michael Hensley of Michigan's Thumbcoast tells listeners about several spooky Port Huron events, including the Murder & Mayhem Trolley Tours, classic films and more through Port Huron Museums.
- Gonzo and Amy check in with one of Michigan's best...
On this episode:
- They talk about the Tigers, Lions and fall time fun in Michigan.
- They take you to St. Joseph in Southwest Michigan, which is getting ready for the upcoming Downtown Spooktacular (Oct. 18) Halloween event for all ages.
- They introdu...
On this episode:
- They talk about fall time being the best time visit Michigan.
- They take you to Snowbelt Brewery in Gaylord, which is celebrating its 9th anniversary.
- Stop at Gun Lake Casino Resort and Hotel in Wayland where everyone is excited about The Oasis, an ...
Who better to kick off this show than with the founder of Michigan Cares for Tourism h...
BTM is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast, celebrating 10 years on the air, co-hosted by Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez.
This segment was recorded July 31, 2025.
Description:
In this special episode of Behind the Mitten, we take you on a unique journey along the St. Clair River. Join us as Captain George Haynes from the Lakes Pilots Association provides an insightful play-by-play commentary on navi...
Amy Sherman is co-host of Behind the Mitten, which this weekend will feature Gun Lake Casino, Snowbelt Brewery in Gaylord and the popular progressive dinners at Treetops Resort.
Behind the Mitten is Michigan's prem...
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