Behind the Mitten - Episode 709Michigan Craft Beer Month 2025Celebrating 10 years of exploring the Great Lakes State, it's Behind the Mitten, hosted by Gonzo and Amy Sherman. Your ultimate insiders for all things Michigan. Food, festivals, breweries, and beyond. Whether you're a lifelong Michigander or just visiting, this is your guide to the heart of the Mitten State. Learn more at amyandgonzo.com.In this episode of "Behind the Mitten," hosts John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman celebrate Michigan Craft Beer Month - every July - by exploring the evolution of the craft beer scene in Michigan. They discuss the importance of community in the brewing industry, share stories from various breweries, and highlight new ventures in the craft beer landscape. The conversation emphasizes the significance of local breweries as community gathering places and the ongoing growth of the craft beer culture in Michigan.Segment 1: Gonzo and Amy stop at Highway Brewing Co. in West Branch.Segment 2: Nate Calery, head of operations at Territorial Brewing in Springfield, talks about his journey to become the head brewer, his life-long dream.Segment 3: At Handmap Brewing in Battle Creek, Gonzo and Amy meet co-owners Jen Brown, who is a CPA, and Chris McCleary, the head brewer.Segment 4: The newest member of the Michigan Brewers Guild is Saunders Point Brewing in Gladstone, in the Upper Peninsula. We meet the owner and head brewer, Jake Mills.Chapters00:00 Celebrating Michigan Craft Beer Month09:04 Exploring Local Breweries and Community Impact18:57 The Journey of Craft Beer Brewing in Michigan27:57 New Beginnings: Saunders Point Brewing36:55 Closing Thoughts on Michigan Craft BeerBehind the Mitten is Michigan's premier radio show and podcast. It can be heard on 22 radio stations across 15 Michigan markets. Tune in on the weekends or wherever you get your podcasts.

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