“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 the Michigan beer community, in honor of the Michigan Brewers Guild Winter Beer Fest, which is happening in Grand Rapids on Feb. 26. Get ticket information at https://www.mibeer.com/.

Segment 1-David "Rings" Ringler, owner of Cedar Springs Brewing Company and the soon to open Kusterer Brauhaus in Grand Rapids joins us to talk about the Michigan Brewers Guild Winter Beer Fest, the state of the beer industry, and his own two breweries. Learn more at https://csbrew.com/.

Segment 2-Two of the owners of Harmony Brewing and Harmony Hall in Grand Rapids join us, the brother/sister team of Barry and Heather Van Dyke. Together with their other brother Larry.....just kidding! Their brother Jackson, they've build up quite the business over the last 10 years. What is it like to own and operate a brewery with your siblings? Tune in to find out. Learn more at https://harmonybeer.com/.

Segment 3-Craft beer expert and educator Ben Darcie shares his top tips for enjoying Winter Beer Fest. Brian Haik also joins us to talk about his business GR Beer Tours, which can bring you to the very best breweries for behind-the-scenes experiences in Beer City. In fact, you can join Amy and John on one of his tours the night before beer fest for a very special insider tour. Book a tour at https://www.grbeertours.com/.

Segment 4-Two Guys Brewing in Wyoming has undergone some major pivots and changes over the last few years during the pandemic, and they've come out stronger than ever. Owners Amy and Thomas Payne share their story, as well as their delicious picks for Taste of the Week from their New Orleans inspired menu. Learn more at https://twoguys-brewing.com/.

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

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