Tom shares the mind-blowing aviation experience that the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo -- voted the best place to take someone visiting Michigan -- has to offer. He then heads to Royal Oak to Zumba, a restaurant that prides itself on its authentic and fresh Mexican food that’s also a steal. Next, Tom makes his way to one of Detroit’s hidden treasures, the Inn on Ferry Street in Midtown, a collection of bed and breakfasts nestled near the epicenter of Detroit’s art, music, and culture.
Explore the thriving city of Grand Rapids, including the Big Old Building - an old grocery warehouse turned into the city’s main entertainment center. Then on to the city of Cadillac, which prides itself on being a great place to live and a great place to play - including the large and whimsical Toy Town. And Herman’s European Café & Hotel lets visitors unwind after a day of fishing, hiking, and boating. Then to Port Huron: its large boardwalk, lakefront homes, and plenty of boating activities make it the Maritime capital of the Great Lakes. The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bramble allows groups of 20 people to experience what it would be like to live and sleep on a Coast Guard Cutter.
In Detroit’s historic entertainment district, visit Cliff Bells - a restored jazz club from the 1930s offering great food, classic cocktails, and amazing musicians to transport you back to when jazz was king and elegance was everything. Lansing has a brand new city market and Old Town, filled with young business and old - like the ~75 year old Peanut Shop boasting every kind of nut imaginable. Elderly Instruments houses one of the largest collections of stringed instruments in the world. This internationally renowned music store specializes in new, used, vintage, and rare instruments. Battle Creek, home of the Kellogg company, displays history in its 100 year old buildings while also combining beautiful river walks and city living. The Binder Park Zoo is rated one of the best zoos in America, and their Zuri National Park offers a chance to travel to Africa right from Michigan!
Marquette, near the southern shores of Lake Superior, is a hilly college town bustling with a hum of friendly energy and filled with character and charm. A walk along the waterfront reveals beautiful homes that were once old factories—providing great photo opportunities as well as showing the city’s transformation. Experience authentic Cajun/Creole food at “Laginappe – A Cajun Creole Eatery”. Andy Gregg, a former cyclist turned artist, displays his one-of-a-kind chairs, stools, and tables made entirely from old bicycle parts. Lakenenland is a free drive-through art exhibit of industrial scrap yard art. “Hot Plate” is a paint-your-own-pottery store. More than the cement capital of Michigan, Alpena offers a haunted saloon, Alpena Sinkholes, and Dinosaur Gardens.
Traverse City is filled with wonderful restaurants, and the Grand Traverse Distillery produces the six best vodkas in the world. Traverse City is also home to the iconic National Cherry Festival. Now in its 84th year, it attracts million of visitors and has helped Traverse City earn its title as the cherry capital of the world. In the tip of Michigan’s thumb is Port Austin, with its happy and relaxed atmosphere, sandy beaches, picturesque piers, beautiful bed and breakfasts, and a wonderful downtown filled with shops all within walking distance. Stay at ‘The Little Yellow Cottages,’ whose location in the heart of town leaves visitors with only a short walk to the parks, pier, and shops. Dave Thuemmel is a dairy farmer turned woodturner.
Established in 1668, Sault Ste. Marie is the oldest city in the Midwest as well as the home of the Soo Locks. See the giant freighters passing through from the beautiful, tree-lined streets downtown. Head downtown to Karl’s Cuisine, where every meal is made from scratch by Chef Karl and his wife Paula. Restaurants like theirs earned Sault Ste. Marie the title ‘Best Food Town in the Midwest’ this year. For 30 years, downtown gallery owner and artist Greg Steele has been showcasing his creative handiwork. What others discard—radio dials, gears, pieces of copper, old cameras—he turns into unconventional art. Cheboygan used to be one of the greatest logging towns of the Midwest. Visit the Gildner Gallery, Cheboygan Opera House, and Hack-Ma-Tack Inn.
The best kept secret in the upper peninsula is beautiful Munising. Visit the incredible Pictured Rocks National Lake Shore, hike to scenic waterfalls that are right in town, and watch Tom sample the best (and only) whitefish sausage he's ever had. Also discover where you can get a gourmet meal to go, on your own pontoon boat out and around the Pictured Rocks. Next, travel to Ann Arbor, home of the University of Michigan. It's a place where people are passionate about learning, independent thought, and good food. Tom discovers why a meal at the restaurant Afternoon Delight is totally worth the wait, and where Bo Schembechler always went to make sure he looked good for game-day. Then see how Zingerman's Deli has created a food culture verging on a way of life, and learn about a wonderful place you can take the kids where they can touch everything.
This episode has everything from culture and kites, to food and a fantastic boat trip. First, travel up to Tawas City and East Tawas for a tale of two cities that when combined, make one great place to live, work, and play. Tom takes a fascinating boat trip to Charity Island. We finish our adventure in Monroe, a beautiful city with great history and wonderful people. You’ll visit a boutique hotel that will blow your mind; get a dose of the rich history of the area; and hear from two local artists that are putting a creative eye on Monroe. Tom also discovers two gourmet restaurants that are worth the drive to Monroe, no matter how far away you live. Back on the mainland, see the only full-service resort on Lake Huron in Michigan. After all that, Tom still finds time to fly a kite, and sample some of the best beef jerky on planet earth.
You've heard the expression "art imitates life"? Well, in this episode you'll see how "art" changed the lives of a lot of people in Boyne City. You'll also meet a custom boat builder who ships (pun intended) his boats all around the world, and see a view of Lake Charlevoix that's totally worth the climb. Then travel to Rochester where Tom helps light up the town (literally) with the Rochester Bright Lights Festival. Tom then visits the only certified organic restaurant in Michigan, finds a bit of Poland in Michigan and then gets gnarly and tries not to break anything at the South Street Skate Park.
Tom goes back to the Motor City to find out how the Sphinx Organization is literally changing the faces of symphony orchestras around the world … We’ll also discover the best French crepes outside of Paris, and see African beads over a thousand years old. Then we head north to Petoskey to stay at the historic Perry Hotel ... We'll also stop by American Spoon to see how it all started, and taste nature's best preserves. We'll dine like kings at Chandler's, experience some of Michigan's most inspired artists at the Crooked Tree Art Center ... and "almost" have a drink with the great, late Ernest Hemingway at the City Park Grill.
Tom takes viewers on a trip to Disneyland … but this one’s in Hamtramck, and it’s one of the most colorful and eclectic collections of Americana you’ll ever see. Tom also gets hip at a retro resale shop called Detroit Threads and eats at a Mexican/Asian fusion restaurant. Then Tom will show you how to become German in Frankenmuth, and take viewers to an international festival where they literally turn snow into a show.
Tom heads for Houghton Lake and one of Michigan’s oldest and largest winter festivals: Tip Up Town. While there, you’ll discover that there’s a lot more going on than just ice fishing. Next you’ll head back up to Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula to visit a fascinating snowmobile museum; find out where they make the legendary Stormy Kromer hat; and experience the U.P. 200 … a grueling 200-mile dogsled race that runs right through the streets of downtown Marquette.
We head back to Lansing for inspirational stories from three motivated Michigan entrepreneurs. Tom helps us discover how Sweetie-licious pies are becoming a national sensation; how a great plan is making Cravings Gourmet Popcorn a huge hit; and how Biggby Bob has turned his love for a good cup o' joe into a thriving Michigan business. Then, we hit Wyandotte for some great local art; the world’s best sliders; a real muskrat dinner … and we’ll see how Wyandotte is using geothermal energy to take its residents into a green future.
We travel to Dearborn, where Tom discovers a city rich in culture. Viewers will discover where to get great music, find food made with love, and visit a place where the comic books turn your brain green. Next, we head back to Ann Arbor for more food, fun and conversation. First stop, historic Kerrytown Market, where Tom samples fantastic seafood, and meets a genuine “spice girl” … Tom also explores one of Ann Arbor’s cultural treasures ... The Michigan Theater.
Tom and the crew try to take back Michigan’s own Harbor Country. It seems that people from everywhere but here come to this little known part of Michigan for great restaurants, historic inns, homemade ice cream … and believe it or not … to surf. Then, we head for Kalamazoo to watch a couple of Michigan entrepreneurs reach for their dreams. We’ll also learn how coffee is roasted with a local barista, and discover a classic place to spend the night, right downtown.
We head back to Detroit for that classic combination we all know as wine, cheese and fire. Tom shows viewers a hip new place to discover good wine, and how you can learn to make your own cheese right at home. Viewers will also see how playing with fire can be a fascinating experience. … Then, we head north to Traverse City for an historic stay; a tall ship trip, and believe it or not … some of the best southern, soul food you’ll ever eat.
We start things off in the port city of Muskegon, at a restaurant that’s taken the term “homemade” to a whole new level. We’ll also board a real World War II submarine, and watch Tom muddle through his very first charter fishing trip … Then, we’re off to see how a very old building is helping put a brand new face on Flint. We’ll also show you how old meets new at a great place to eat, and experience a culture cluster … like no other.
We travel to Charlevoix for a burger bistro foodies frequent. We’ll also see homes you’d swear hobbits inhabit, and meet a local superhero they affectionately call Mr. Petunia. Then, it’s back to the motor city to tour Detroit in a completely unique way … on a Segway. We’ll also prove that shopping for groceries in Detroit can be an enlightening experience, and we’ll go to the movies … in style ... at The Detroit Film Theater.
We begin our adventure in the beautiful beach town of Ludington. Tom and the crew dine “twice” in a blue moon; find a local watering hole that’s all Michigan, and discover a thriving art community. Next, we head to Roger City and stop by a place where we’re pretty sure Pee Wee bought his bike. We’ll also meet some incredible “meat” people, and spend time with a creative couple who are really making a difference.
We start things off in Ypsilanti at a restaurant that took us so far back in time, lunch was only 40 cents. We also discover some very cool places to live right downtown, and show you a classic tavern that the famous frequent. Next, we head to beautiful Leland to see how some very creative people are turning old clothes into new fashions. We’ll also head for the high seas to visit an island of shipwrecks and giant trees. Not to worry … once back on land, we visit one of Michigan’s most romantic Inns.
We head to Detroit’s own Eastern Market for one of the most authentic urban adventures in the entire United States … we’ll discover why Eastern Market is a unique urban village where people can shop, live, work or even start a business. Then, we head west to find out why Saugatuck & Douglas are two towns that function as one incredible placed to experience Michigan. We’ll spend the night on a rare “Boat & Breakfast” … take a behind the scenes tour of the food culture there … and finally kick back and relax “Jamaican style”, right here in Michigan.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we head to Grand Rapids to experience an incredible, world class art competition … we’ll also explore the city on some homegrown bicycles, and meet the man who invented a better hotdog. Then, we head for the home of Central Michigan University to meet the person who reenergized downtown Mount Pleasant … we’ll also experience some sweet “flour power” … eat at a Brass Café … and find out why a promising young chef is making his future right here in Michigan.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we find out that not only is Lexington a great vacation destination … it’s also great wine country … We’ll also visit a music festival named after a part of Michigan’s mitten, and meet the man who put a new face on the entire town. Then, we head north to beautiful Bay City to see some of the best Michigan history, and future development you’ll see anywhere in the state. We’ll also see some awesome classic cars, tons of antiques, a great place to eat … and a theater that you’d swear was left here by the ancient Mayans.
Lansing continues to move Michigan forward, but not just through the efforts of our state government. There’s also a lot of stuff happening on the ground there to help revitalize our economy. Everywhere you look, Lansing is alive with new business, cool spaces, great places and young faces bringing energy to downtown. Next, we headed up to Ishpeming in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula. A lot of people don’t go to the U.P. because they say it’s too far. To that I simply say, nothing is too far, if you’re having fun in the car, and if you’ve seen our show, you know that UTR is just another way to spell FUN.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we're back in Lansing to find out why our own state capital is still one of the coolest places to visit in all of Michigan. We'll also stop at a fork in the road for some food dudes who are making what we like to call "real meals", and hit a home run with Lansing's own Lugnuts. Then, we head east to beautiful Marine City for a little bar, and a big bed & breakfast. We'll also satisfy your sweet tooth, show you why fish is for dinner, and prove once and for all that sea snoopers don't bite. It's all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this episode of Under the Radar, we travel all the way to Japan…in Saginaw that is! We’ll also meet a man who makes bread that some people just can’t live without…eat at a place the locals love and talk to an artist who’s helping move Saginaw forward. Then we head to Clare, where we’ll find out why cops really are attracted to doughnuts. We’ll also see tons of hotel history and thanks to some TV magic…eat at the whitehouse - -NOT! Get ready to explore the cool people place and things that Michigan a great place to be in Episode 302 - - Featuring Claire and Saginaw. We call it "I lost a Quarter at the White House".
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we spend the entire show in one of Michigan’s greatest cities … Grand Rapids. We’ll show you some of the coolest gardens you’ll see anywhere … and take you to a salon that’s having a blast with the past when it comes to hairstyles. Then we’ll introduce you to an innovative couple that went way beyond the “farm to fork” philosophy when they bought the knives and spoons to match. We’ll also show you a great place to stay … and a cool new eatery where wine meets food, meets you. It’s all Grand Rapid
On this episode of Under the Radar Michigan we head to Glen Arbor for both kinds of art, the kind you appreciate and the kind that serves you great food and drinks. We'll also climb to the top of a pyramid and visit the one and only cherry republic. Then we head north to St. Ignace for a psychedelic greasy spoon and climb to the top of Castle Rock. We'll also show you why smoking fish is very "Manley" and make a quick stop at the Mystery spot. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be!
On this special edition of Under The Radar Michigan, we dedicate the entire program to a great Michigan neighborhood that defines itself through food, culture and community … Southwest Detroit. We’ll show you how a simple $5 bowl of soup can help bring about positive change … how a neighborhood coffee shop is helping to connect and grow an entire community … and, how people who live here define who they are. We’ll also discover a community art project that will change the way you look at your garage … a fabulous front yard that was 40 years in the making, and a single restaurant that brings you the best of two continents.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we head to sandy Silver Lake for a dune ride that’s so much fun … you won’t even notice all the sand in your shoes. We’ll also do some wild off-roading, and have more family fun than a barrel of tourists. We’ll even meet the mad scientist of sausage making, and have a cow at a real dairy farm. Then we’re off to Midland for a real Santa school … a restaurant that’s so good, ghosts go there … and an in depth look at a city well worth living in. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we start things off in two of Michigan’s most magical towns … Marshall and Collon. But, before we pull a rabbit out of our UTR hat, (you know us … were always hungry) we settle into Schuler’s Restaurant in Marshall for classic Michigan meal. Then we head down the street to The American Museum of Magic for more magic than you can waive a wand at. Next we celebrate the 75th anniversary of Colon being the official magic capital of the world. And ... if that’s not enough … we head for one of Michigan’s best beach communities Grand Haven. We’ll visit a shop that will take you back to the old country … a place where long boards will give you “smoking mad love” … and stay at a Harbor House. All right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re all in … and all around Southeast Michigan. Not only will we sample bite-size burgers from 5 of Southeast Michigan’s classic, iconic, little white slider diners … we’ll also take you to a tremendous trampoline park in Troy, a marvelous mechanical museum in Farmington Hills, and a place where choppers rule the road in Clinton Township. All proof positive that Southeast Michigan is a great place to live, work, eat, play and explore.
When our viewers ask for something … we like to deliver … especially when it’s food !!! So, sit back, relax and enjoy our first ever UTR Restaurant Special. In this special edition of UTR, we travel all over Michigan and take you to some of our favorite eateries from seasons 1 & 2. We hit Marquette, Muskegon, Wyandotte, Ferndale, Detroit and Ann Arbor for some of the best food you’ll find on planet earth. We may eat a lot on our show … but after you see this episode … you’ll totally know why. Hang onto your napkin, because it’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re in charming Chelsea for a café that really cares about the planet. We’ll also meet the actual hair of the dog … eat at a Common Grille that’s not so common … and find out where all those little blue boxes come from. Then, we head north to Harbor Springs for incredible cookies my mom “didn’t” make … a pizza place named “Turkey’s” … an incredible tunnel of trees … and a place that came right out of a fairytale (but, this fairytale serves great Polish food and draft beer … bonus) It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we hop the ferry and brave the waves for a classic Mackinac Island winter. We’ll meet the mayor … visit America’s oldest family owned grocery store … find out where all the horses go … and see how the islanders celebrate the holidays. Then we head south to Jackson for some great railroad history … authentic west Texas barbeque … and the incredibly fascinating historic Jackson Prison Tour. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
Hold onto your fork folks … we’re back with another UTR Michigan Restaurant Special, where we take you back to some of our favorite places from seasons one and two. We even gave it a catchy name … we’re calling it (pause) UTR Michigan Restaurant Special 2 … We’ll hit 7 more excellent Michigan eateries in Flint, Harbor Country, Royal Oak, Mt. Pleasant, Ann Arbor and DeWitt … Michigan has great food … and we’re finding it … So, just sit back, relax, and get ready - to get hungry. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this very special edition of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re back in The Motor City for a popup beer garden that’s bringing new life and laughter to a classic Detroit neighborhood. We’ll also show you how some healthy sibling rivalry is creating incredible, and very heavy medal art. Then, we’re off to see how young musicians are putting their groove in a box for all the world to see. And, if that’s not enough, we take you to a popup restaurant that could (and does) popup almost anywhere … and to a stable that serves awesome gourmet food … on a bun. Trust me … you’ll love it!!! It’s all right here in Detroit ... and it’s all on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re in Traverse City for trail riding on bikes with tires as fat as my head … don’t ask. We also found a chef who has so mush passion for his craft, his staff, and his customers … that we went right to his house. We even take you to a place that makes sandwiches so good … you’ll write to them when they’re gone. Then, we head to marvelous Mt. Clemens for a place that has all the weird stuff you don’t even know you wanted yet. We’ll also take you to a bar that’s so small … you’ll feel like a big shot … and to a restaurant that takes the very best of Michigan, and brings it right to you table. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we head north for our “Escanaba In The Sunlight” adventure … But, you know us … after about an hour in the car, we get hungry and discover a place near Saginaw that’s so rustic and real … it’s right up our alley. After finally crossing the mighty Mackinac, we make our way west to Escanaba for an experience you won’t soon forget. We discover three young ladies who are lighting up The Lofts of Ludington; a candy factory known around the world; and a Swedish emporium of food and fun. And if that’s not enough … we show you an Escanaba landmark that’s coming back strong; a Stone House where the food literally rocks; and what breakfast is like with the original Rosy. It’s all right here in Michigan’s incredible UP ... and right here on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we hit 5 great spots in Southeast Michigan. We’ll show you a brand new old place in Pontiac, were young professionals can live, shop and play … and take you to Oak Park to meet and eat with the one and only Ernie. And, if that’s not enough, we’ll tap some sugar maples in Novi … take you to the Wurst Bar in Ypsilanti … and tell you some things you might not know about The Detroit Zoo. All proof positive that Southeast Michigan is one of the greatest places to be on Planet Earth.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we head for Kalamazoo to stay at a house you’ll wish was ‘your’ home. We’ll also visit a special building for some very special people, learn a food dance that’s easy to swallow … and go to the old dog and learn some new tricks from a real mixologist. Then, we head east to Milford for a Market that’s so nice, you’ll wanna move next door. And, if that’s not enough … you’ll also meet someone who’ll help you make your home, your own … and find out where all the locals go to eat, drink and connect. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re back in one of Michigan’s greatest cities … Grand Rapids. We’ll show you a food basket that’s feeding tousands of hungry kids … taste the most fun thing you can make with apples … and show you a hip, new place to stay, that’s also got some great history. Then, we’ll meet a woman who dreamed up your breakfast … a man who’s helping dreams come true for the whole community … and even take you to a portable party powered by people. It’s all about Grand Rapids ... and it’s all on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we hit the west side of Michigan’s marvelous mitten for another wild UTR adventure. We’ll show you how winners can be lugers in Muskegon … and how to ring the Bells for beer in Kalamazoo. Then we hobnob with Herman Miller in Holland … show you a world-class car museum in Hickory Corners … and teach kids with fire and ice in Benton Harbor. It’s all about the west side of Michigan’s mitten ... and it’s all on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we spend the entire show in the heart of Michigan’s lower peninsula … The Great Lakes Bay Region. After talking to an expert on the area, we head to Saginaw for a wild ride through Michigan’s everglades with the one and only Johnny Panther Quest. Then, we drive to Kawkawlin for a place where you can eat Thanksgiving dinner any time you want. And if that’s not enough … we’ll also introduce you to a sweet new baker in Bay City … and show you how Frankenmuth goes to the dogs every Memorial Day Weekend. It’s all The Great Lakes Bay Region ... and it’s all right here on UTR.
On this very special edition of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re back in The Motor City for a popup restaurant that takes your taste buds all the way to Indonesia. We’ll also show you how Detroit is actually getting greener … and how The Redford Theater continues to make movie magic. Then, we discover an American bistro with a European flair and a soul food foundation … and an urban orchard that’s growing, of all things, the exotic Paw Paw fruit. It’s all right here in Detroit ... and it’s all on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re in beautiful Northville for a little bit of Italy … a lot of farm animals … and to meet a dentist who’s helping put a better smile on a whole community. Then, we head downriver in southeast Michigan for a TV Diner that serves great dinners … and, for both kinds of wildlife … the kind you believe in … and a kind you just won’t believe. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we wonder across the top of Michigan’s mitten for a UTR style adventure. We’ll show you some kick back cabins on Lake Huron … the largest waterfall in the Lower Peninsula … and an Italian restaurant the locals love. Then we’ll walk through the trees and fly like a bird near Mackinaw, and even have dinner at the Dam Site Inn. And if that’s not enough … we’ll show you a town along the tunnel of trees that’s got a Good Hart … and a state park that will blow your natural mind. It’s all about the top of Michigan’s mitten ... and it’s all on UTR.
On this, our fiftieth episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we explore Michigan’s incredible Leelanau Peninsula. On the way up, we make a stop in beautiful Beulah for a drive around Crystal Lake, and a slice of Michigan tradition and history at The Cherry Hut. From there we make our way north to Empire for a classic Michigan beach, and some Grocer’s Daughter Chocolates. Then we pile in the car and travel into the peninsula’s interior to visit a winery that’s rustic, raw and real. We’ll also meet a chef who brought French country cuisine to Leelanau … and head to Suttons Bay for chow that foodies are definitely finding at Martha’s Leelanau Table. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, it’s our first ever ‘Family Fun Special.’ We get tons of emails all the time asking ... “Tom (that’s me) where’s someplace fun I can take my kids? Well, if you have a family, want a family, are planning a family, used to have a family, or are currently renting a family … this is the UTR episode for you. We’ve put together some of our favorite family friendly destinations from our first three seasons for you to enjoy. So, tell the kids to stop texting and pay attention … because it’s the first even UTR Family-ganza !!!!
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we spend the entire show back in the Motor City … Why … because there’s so much cool stuff happening there right now, it’s blowing my mind. We’ll show you a flash mob that takes fine dining to a whole different place … why Shinola now means quality products made in Detroit … and, how the Legend of Lightshow Bob is lighting up the entire city. And, if that’s not enough … we’ll eat some Dangerously Delicious Pies with the one and only Rock & Roll Pie Guy himself … Donny ‘Doop’ Duprie. It’s all in Detroit ... and it’s all on UTR.
On this episode of Under the Radar, we’re back in the Michigan’s incredible upper peninsula for a natural spring that’s so cool … it’s almost unnatural. We’ll also see the night sky like you’ve never seen it before, and take a leap of faith right into the refreshingly freezing waters of Lake Superior. And, if that’s not enough … we’ll also do some extreme mountain biking in Copper Harbor, and show you the stairway to heavenly jams and jellies. It’s all right here in Michigan’s UP ... and right here on Under the Radar.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we take the ferry over to Harsens Island to find out what island life is like … Michigan style. We’ll see ships go by so close you can almost touch them … learn the incredible history of the island … and go back to school for a great meal. Then, we head west to Grand Rapids for a dwelling place urbanites will love. We’ll also meet one of the new generation of craftsmen … and visit a downtown market that will change the way you eat, buy, and even think about food. It’s all right here in Michigan ... and right here on UTR.
On this special episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we go back through our first three seasons to bring you some of our very favorite food finds. That’s right, we found’em … we ate’em … and now we’re sharin’em with you. We travel to Muskegon, Tawas, Petoskey, Ann Arbor, Saugatuck, Monroe, Leeland and even Ishpeming to find things that hit the spot. So if you’re a foody … a wanna be foody … or like me, you just like to eat a lot … get ready for what’ll soon become ‘your’ new favorite food finds. It’s great food all over Michigan ... and it’s all right here on UTR.
On this episode of Under The Radar Michigan, we’re back in Ann Arbor for a casual Cuban eatery, a museum of incredible natural history, and a place where you can learn to fight just like they do in the movies. Then, we leap up to Lansing for the very best of Michigan wines, a shop that’s chock-full of nuts, and a brand new general store in Old Town. It’s all right here in Michigan, and right here on UTR.
On this special episode, we take you back to Detroit for a school that’s creating the next generation of artists and designers. We’ll also meet an urban visionary who’s so cool, it’s even in his name. And we’ll find out why Belgians bowl with feathers, visit a place where they choose their words very carefully, and go to the southwest side of Eastern Market for some awesome Italian pizza.
We're back in Grand Rapids for a Frank Lloyd Wright house you Meyer May want to go visit. You’ll see what we mean. We also sample some excellent organic brews and see how two young guys are putting green spaces in high places. Then we head to Royal Oak for some of the most creative and delicious chocolate you'll ever admire … and then eat. We’ll also scream for some Ray’s Ice Cream, and much more!
On this episode of Under The Radar, we're back in Southeast Michigan for some cheesecake that saved a family in Oak Park, a field of dreams come true for some special kids in Southfield, a laundry in Fenton that totally cleans up when it comes to great food, and some incredible dogs in Rochester who help the blind to see.
We show you some of our favorite Michigan activities from our first three seasons. We'll show you how to ride over the snow on fat tires in Traverse City, fly through the air on skis in Ishpeming, throw a stone on ice in Ferndale and even surf the third coast in Harbor Country. And, if that's not enough, we have even more in store!
We head to Holland for some incredible candle carving, meet an amazing woman who cast her fate to the wind, and eat some delicious pastries with the original Dutch Brothers. Then, we head to St. Joseph to explore a beautiful port city that has something for everyone. We'll also eat incredible pizza in an old train station and discover some unusual art that has a ton of personality.
We stop for some food in Imlay City that was so good, we saw double. Then we head to Oscoda to visit Michigan’s most tropical resort, and up to Rogers City to get organic with some real food and some real nice people. We also hit Alpena to discover Michigan marine treasures in a glass bottom boat, and finally we visit the Bay City Tall Ships Celebration for some swashbuckling fun.
We show you some major Detroit spirit with a minor league soccer team; a Corktown eatery that will become your new reason to be downtown; and thousands of cyclists who are rediscovering the city; a cool new business is returning to the printed past to take Detroit into the future; and a slice of pizza that's become a literal slice of urban life for people who love Detroit's Eastern Market.
We’re in Plymouth with a new “green” way to tour downtown, a new sport on the golf course you’ll get a kick out of, and a family that loves Plymouth so much, they opened ‘three’ restaurants there. Then we head for Port Huron to watch boats float with Freighter Frank. We’ll also discover a city that’s moving into a bright future without forgetting its brilliant past.
We gravitate back to Grand Rapids for a family that’s juicing their way to a new and healthier life. We also eat one of the best tacos ever made by a man and visit a zoo that’s so cool, you’ll wish you were an animal. Then, we head to one of the most beautiful beach towns south of Heaven - South Haven. Then we’ll introduce you a couple who fell in love over their love of food.
Our first ever Christmas special!! On this episode of UTR it’s our first ever Holiday Extravaganza where we show you some of our favorite Holiday happenings around Michigan. First we take you to a parade that’s so bright, you can see it from space. Then we show ya where Santa learns how to do his jolly thing. We’ll also take a train to the North Pole and go way back in time for a classic holiday night. We even wrap it all up with more big bright lights. So, get ready for some holiday mirth and merriment on Under the Radar Michigan. Ho Ho Hope you like it!
If you’re on a diet … run from your TV now … because it’s time for another patented UTR Best of Restaurant Specials. This time we dip deep into season three to bring you some of our favorite food finds. We‘ll have some heart and soul on a roll in Saginaw; the grooviest breakfast ever in St. Ignace and a seriously good sandwich in Oak Park. Then we jump to Jackson for a true taste of Texas Barbecue; Kawkawlin for a complete turkey dinner with all the trimmings and finally Brutus for a place with a crazy name that serves fantastic fried chicken. So grab your appetite and get ready to enjoy some incredible eats that can’t be beat on Under the Radar Michigan. It’s mmm mmm good to live in Michigan!
We head north to show you why our state’s upper half is a place you just have to visit. The first part of our odyssey takes us all the way to the top of the mighty Mackinac Bridge. Then we eat with an army of Antlers and fall in love with Tahquamenon. We'll even visit a ranch you’ll ‘bear’ly believe, and prepare pasties like pros. Episode 506.
We start off in awesome Alpena with some outstanding art that's up in a loft. We also meet a talented young couple who are bringing fresh food to Alpena, and even go to a surreal place where you can find a real lot of fossils. Then we to great Grand Rapids for a trip back in time, a finer diner, and a Michigan made guitar that will rock your socks off.
Just north of Kalkaska, we found some crazy, cool and colorful concrete creations, and in Cadillac we had a meal that not only filled our stomachs...it warmed our hearts. Then, we used a farm and a fork to meet a blue cow in Big Rapids, snacked like superheroes with Herman's Boy in Rockwell, and ended with a classic cocktail at Nick Fink's Tavern in Comstock Park.
We'll take you to a thrilling event where people actually run "outside" when they hear thunder. We'll also visit a place where strange creatures from planet earth about all around you. And if that's not enough, we'll even introduce you to a homegrown publisher who's helping Michigan writers gain popularity, and show you a super chef who's greatest creations will be the chefs of tomorrow.
Think a single cab ride can change the way you see and feel about the city of Detroit? On this action-packed edition of UTR, we jump into a cab with Oneita Jackson and rediscover this great city. Oneita is an award-winning journalist and editor who quit her job, bought a cab, hit the gas, and turned into one of Detroit's most outspoken ambassadors.
We head to historic Holly for a tiny railroad that’s bigger than life, a store with mounds of Michigan made matter, and a place with so much atmosphere and great food, you just might want to be a ghost there someday. Then we head north to Traverse City for a food truck foodie phenomenon, a walk in the woods with a talking tree, and a classic slice of Michigan life.
It's our first ever and official "Outdoorpalooza" show! Grab your tent because we start our adventure at the Pinckney Recreation Area with some camping, hiking, and s'mores. Then we hit Au Sable in Oscoda for canoeing, and explore the tops of the trees in Traverse City. Plus, we see some classic cabins in Walhalla, and catch a Wild Rose Brown Trout on Pere Marquette.
Well, we did it before … and it was such a big hit … we’re doing it again. (it’s called logic) That’s right … it’s time for our second ever UTR Michigan Festival Special. Hang onto your corndog, cotton candy and elephant ears because we’re gonna have some serious festival fun. We start off in Holland for a festival with more color and characters than you can shake a wooden shoe at. Then we’ll show you how a little instrument can have such a huge following, and how asparagus captures the hearts, minds and stomachs of an entire town. And, if that’s not enough … we’ll even help you get your inner Elvis on and shake everything your mom gave you and more. Discover more fantastically fun festivals on Under the Radar Michigan.
Michigan's incredible UP is like "our own out west". From pristine forests and waterfalls to fabulous art and fantastic food finds, everything you need for a true Michigan adventure is all over the UP. Even if you're a city-slicker, the energy, culture, history, and architecture here will keep you happily hopping from town to town.
Two more great Michigan beach towns. First to beautiful Pentwater where we stay at a B&B with extra walls that's also extra nice, learn a new skill with new friends, and enjoy a great place to eat and relax that will satisfy all your senses. Next we go up the coast to majestic Manistee for a flight that will get you high on this great town, an old iron works putting a new spin on eating healthy, and a historic hotel with a "happy place" in its basement. We'll even show you the beaches.
In this Restaurant Special, we take you to some of our favorite eateries from episodes gone by: One great family in Flint who combined two great concepts; a place in Cross Village with great legs; a farm you can carry your fork to in Hemlock; a Traverse City chef who does home cooking -- in a home; and the Rio Grande in Grand Rapids for the best taco south of any border!
Detroit is lighting up with so many awesome things to see, do, and eat. Louisiana Creole Gumbo; Sit on It Detroit!; Detroit Vegan Soul (DVS); John’s Carpet House
In Flint, a new place downtown is reconnecting urbanites with real food. Then we find a better burger that's so good, the name of the place says it all. Then to a park where you and your favorite off-road ride can get down and dirty in the mud. In the island city of Eaton Rapids, a team of Airstreams take over the entire town. A cool young couple are teaching the old hotdog some delicious new tricks, and an English Inn has both fine dining and a party pub downstairs.
We make our way down the middle of Michigan's magnificent mitten. Our adventure starts at a diner in Grayling with a captivating collection of bottle caps. Then in Mt. Pleasant we get a lesson in America's original human history. St. John has a cider mill you can see from space; Lansing has a real Michigan princess; and Dimondale has a bona fide Beatles collection that will melt your mind.
In Romeo, you might forget what century you're in. There are amazing classic and Victorian homes; an Asian-influenced eatery that will knock your sakes off; a barn tour revealing what creative people are doing with Michigan's most iconic structures; and a street where Halloween is so incredible every year, you might just want to be a ghost.
Float through Lake Orion, where the lake and the town make up one great place to be. Eat, drink, and play like an Italian aristocrat. Attend a fantastic festival full of dragons. Then on to Gaylord, full of golfers. There's a place that continues to make classic family vacation memories; a cool, funky restaurant where you can buy cool, funky stuff; and an incredible elk herd.
First we'll give you a dime for every talented young musician in the city. Then we'll show you a rose of a restaurant that will feed your mind, body, and soul. Then we'll combine two great sports for one crazy good time.
We're cruising Woodward Avenue, starting off at the Detroit Historical Museum; then to Palmer Park for a hidden gem and some classic Italian dining; fabulous Ferndale for a Michigan Made Market; Birmingham for a place that will make you a gourmet in minutes; and Bloomfield Hills to meet the "real" Batman!
We head back to Michigan's beautiful Sunrise Side. First to the friendly Fireside Inn at Grand Lake; then to Michigan's very own Iron Man; then play some links-style golf at The Gailes and hit Lake Huron for a heapin' helping of Walleye.
In Lansing we visit where the police learn to drive to survive, and a gathering place loved by locals that's awesome for finding fauna. Then on to Grand Rapids for a treasure chest of reusables, the pied piper of foodies, and a cool couple who built a better bagel.
We peruse Pontiac for two people who made a menagerie of all things edible. We also spend a moment with the mayor, then take you to a new place where you can press your pedal to the metal. Then we head to Howell for some local radio, a speakeasy that's easy to love, and a friendly family festival that floats.
We fly to beautiful Beaver Island and boat back. In the middle, see where the locals live it up, a treasure of toys, a drone that likes to dunk, and even some incredible island history.
This time we cross the Mackinac Bridge and turn right. First it's Drummond Island to watch me shoot a gun (better take cover). Then in Hessel we explore an awesome archipelago, eat at a cool culinary school, and show you a show that shows little wooden boats from way back when. It's the UP done 'right'.
In this tale of two cities, you'll see curly locks and robots, frozen faces and eating places.
We're back in the Motor City for more dynamic Detroit doings. First, a sister who makes a great neighborhood pie you'll wanna try. Then we'll quiz your mind at Detroit Mercy, show you Shakespeare in a park, and run a little red rabble-rouser outta town.
We're back in Battle Creek for some usable bikes you can borrow, Umami Ramen, and the Southern Exposure Herb Farm. Then we bounce over to Bay City for a visit to Retro Attics, St. Laurent Brothers Candy, and the Bay City Wine Walk.
In Grand Rapids some people are taking a big step forward by bringing craftsmanship back. Then, some folks who are using the bicycle to help make social change. Finally, we'll introduce you to a guy who lost his job and found his calling -- AND drink beer -- in a place where they now let in the living!
In this Restaurant Special, first we fill your heart and your stomach and show you a super sausage king. Then we hit the UP for pasties, and Marshall for some mouthwatering meat. We even plate up some great pizza for ya.
We come back to Kalamazoo for some guitar heritage, a nest that'll have ya crowing about their great food, and some good old time hockey. Then we shoot to Cheboygan for buoyant berries, a brick break oven, and a pole you can really trust.
We're calling it the Michigan Iconic Snack Pack -- four fantastic foods you can be proud of because they're made right here. These classic Michigan munchables have stood the test of time because time and time again, we pick them as our favorites.
We explore many of Michigan's great parks. First downriver for some wonderful wildlife, then up the sunrise side for a walk on the moon. Then we show you a Lake in the Clouds in the UP, an ancient island on Lake Michigan, a Detroit gem, and some sandy dunes in the southwest.
If you drive south, then east in Michigan, you come to a part of the state that has a very distinctive name. It's called "Southeast Michigan" and it holds the state's highest helping of humans -- and that's why there's always something happening here.
We celebrate our 100th episode by showing you who we are, how we make the show, and what the heck is goin' on.
In northwest lower Michigan, everywhere you turn there's beautiful natural surroundings, great towns to explore, awesome people doing incredible things, and -- of course -- a cavalcade of culinary delights.
On this episode, we drive to Dearborn for sweet Middle Eastern treats, a city hall that's all about the art, and a tasty burger that'll have you back for more! Then we'll blow your mind with some hot glass, and take a factory tour that you just can't a “Ford” to miss!
We head to Frankfort to find some mammals you’d love to meet, show you a cloud with an amber lining, and a company that sends Michigan fruit far and wide. Then we drive to Dexter for terrific trails, some intercontinental confections, and a barbecue that brings back the old west.
On this road ready rendition of UTR we bring you our first ever RV Adventure. First we head north to Sea Shell City (be careful how you say it). Then we hit the UP for some smoky fish, big burgers, a lost city and a righteous restaurant. Heck, we even wander through Wisconsin and take a big boat back. Get ready to find out why RVing is a great way to see Michigan.
On this episode or UTR we show you why Grosse Pointe is such a popular place to put your person. We’ll make several “Pointes” on the K-Line Trolley and show you a real robot garage. Then we dine on continental cuisine at Garrido's, find Edsel and Eleanor Ford’s bountiful abode and even show you a dog that loves jazz at the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Grosse Pointe a great place to be.
On this episode of UTR it’s another Road Trip, and this time we’re getting our kicks on our own Route 66. We’ll float over a long lake on the Ironton Ferry, show you where fish come from at the Jordan River National Fish Hatchery, and stop for some smoky selections at Denslow's Smokehouse. Then we count Six Lakes in a kayak, meet ice cream makin mammals at Mooville Creamery and even see some groovy gators at the Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan's Route 66 a great place to ride.
On this episode of Under The Radar we’re back in Grand Rapids for the malt makin men at Pilot Malt House. Then we hit The Old Goat, a restaurant that’s giving the Alger Heights neighborhood some great meals and an even better sense of place. Next it's two cousins who’ve made Cheese Kurls a crunchy career. Heck, we even get cultured right downtown at the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make the city of Grand Rapids a great place to be.
On this urban episode of UTR we’re back in the Motor City for a gargantuan Guardian, an awesome Corktown eatery, and a city storyteller extraordinaire. We’ll even show you an academy that’s giving culinary kids a promising future and take you to a place where clay is helping to shape lives. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Detroit City a great place to be.
On our very first winter wonderland special, we hit the UP for a dog day afternoon you won’t forget, and a snowmobile race you won’t believe. Then we head back south for some sardine style skiing and a Sno Drift rally you really gotta see
It’s our first cavalcade of cool critters! We’re going to take you back to some of our most favorite episodes with awesome animals! We’ll visit a creature conservancy, a cool zoo, a dog bowl, an elk park, a bear ranch and we’ll even show you a place where you can find your new best friend. Get ready to explore the cool creatures that make Michigan a great place to be!
On this episode of UTR we take a whole year to explore the four seasons of our great state. And we do it with the help of Pure Michigan’s Main Man Dave Lorenz. Whether it’s winter, spring, summer or fall we’ll show you why both peninsulas have everything you need to have 365 days of fun a year - right here. So, get ready to explore the four awesome seasons that make Michigan a great place to play.
If you love life on the links, grab your balls, your bag and your best clubs because we’re about to play some golf “Michigan style.” That’s right, it’s UTRs first ever golf-ganza where we show you why our great state is the best place to golf in the galaxy. So get ready to explore some of the cool courses that make Michigan a great place to putt.
We're taking another look at the meatiest part of the palm, southeast Michigan! We'll show you a romp in the trees, cuisine you'll crave, some fine folks who make books for the blind, and even how to play cricket!
Cheese in Pinconning, Modern Craft Wines, Riverboat up AuSable in Oscoda, Huron House bed and breakfast
On this episode of UTR we’re back with more reasons why Traverse City is one of Michigan’s go to towns. We’ll show you where pirates putt, a rare bird of a brewpub and a Chateau you’ll wanna share. Then it’s out for a movie (outside that is) and a person who helps animals heal. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make TC a great place to be.
On this episode of UTR we’re back in the Ann Arbor Area with more cool stuff for you to consider. We’ll show you a hot museum, taste some Korean cuisine and build furniture for a fresh start. We’ll also meet a family that baked a new life and an artist who works right under your feet. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be.
Hold onto your sleigh bells and boughs of holly because here comes another UTR Christmas special. We’ll cut down our own tree, see one that actually sings and find out where Rudolph and all the other reindeer romp. Heck, we’ll even take you to a Christmas superstore you can probably see from space. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to pick out your presents
On this episode of UTR we’re back in Detroit cuz there’s lots more MoTown to be found. We’ll go indoors to see Michigan’s great outdoors, fishing with some chips and show you a classic new ‘old’ place to stay. Then it’s kids getting saved by the bell and living it up in your lederhosen. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Detroit a great place to be.
This week on UTR we share some of our favorite museum memories. We’ll see a bounty of beautiful beads, a presidential place and some TV Magic. Then we find some natural history, see how Ford was founded and even stahl for some classic cars.
On this awesome episode of UTR we’re back in the UP with more cool stuff for you to see and do. We’ll chow at the Steinhaus in Marquette. Embark on the Eben Ice Caves and show you a snowmobiler’s paradise. We’ll even snowshoe the trails at Tahquamenon. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan’s UP a great winter place to be.
Hold onto your hearts, because its time for our first ever UTR Do-gooder Special, where we revisit some of our favorite philanthropists. We’ll visit the Miracle League in Southfield, Seedlings Braile Books in Livonia, and the Kid's Food Basket in Grand Rapids. We’ll even show you why Fido truly is man’s best friend when we visit The Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester. Get ready to meet some of the fine folks who make Michigan a great place to be a good deed doer!
On this episode of UTR it’s our first ever “Off Season Spectacular” where we show you why sitting around and waiting for summer - is silly. We’ll take you to a gargantuan garden, a musical museum and a place populated by penguins. Heck ... we’ll even show you how to properly prepare a pretzel. So, get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan’s off-season a great time to travel.
On this episode of UTR we’re back in Grand Rapids with more compelling content for you to consider. We’ll show you a creamy Koeze concoction, a totally 70s situation room and some enormous art. Heck, we’ll even take you for a righteously quiet ride. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Grand Rapids a great place to be.
We head down the road to area code 734 where we will check out Camp Bacon, the Manchester Chicken Broil, a cool Celtic festival, and a church turned into a bountiful brewery!
On this action packed episode of UTR we head over to awesome Owosso for a fascinating frogman, a classic castle and a heapin helpin of Cajun cuisine. Then we find our way to Flint for some exceptional art, an historic home and some soggy bottom burgers and beers. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make these two great Michigan cities ‘the’ place to be.
On this special edition of UTR we’ve got a 4 pack of cool communities who quite frankly “got it goin on.” We hit Cheboygan, Grayling, Allegan and Adrian for a close encounter with a cool Queen, a fishin story that’s actually true, some happenin headbands and an historic spot for a spot of tea. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make these 4 towns a great place to hang around.
On this episode of UTR we journey to the center of the UP to find some taste tempting traditional toast, yummy Yooper brew, Native American culture and a great new golf course. Heck, we’ll even take you for a satisfying sail. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make the Upper Peninsula’s middle earth so magnificent.
On this episode of UTR it's a State Park Spectacular where we show you a cool chair that makes fun possible for all, an outdoorprenuer who serves smokey selections and some talented folks who turn parks into art. We'll even take you to a tasty trail to table dinner. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan State Parks the best places to play.
On this episode of UTR we hit Michigan's dynamic downriver for an educational eco-sail, some delectable donuts, the Pierogi Princess and a kayak through industry. We'll even leave Michigan just to come right back in and eat. Don't tell anyone. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make downriver a great destination.
On this episode of UTR we get another warm willkommen from the fine folks of Frankenmuth. We’ll chow on some cheese, get lost in a maze, bag a Bavarian burger and have fun down on the farm. We’ll even toast a new happy place where you can turn German in style. Get ready to explore the cool Menschen, Orte und Dinge that make Frankenmuth a great place to be.
On this episode of UTR we heat things up and celebrate summer in Michigan UTR style. We’ll golf at The Gailes in Oscoda, eat Silver Beach Pizza in St. Joseph, go camping in Pinckney and head to the U.P. to see some classic vessels at the Les Cheneaux Islands Antique Wooden Boat Show in Hessel. Heck, we’ll even eat some Cheeseburgers in Caseville. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to summer.
On this special COVID Quarantined episode of UTR, Tom looks back on some of our favorite sporting segments. We'll "Go Nuts" with the Lansing Lugnuts, shoot skeet at the Drummond Island Resort, hit the river with the Ann Arbor Rowing Club and meet Tom's cousin Tom Berry as he reports live from a K-Wings game in Kalamazoo. Last stop, Farmington for Cricket 101. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and Sports that make Michigan a great place to play.
On this episode of UTR we stretch out and feel free up in the UP. We’ll try some tasty treats, fly on a bike and monkey around with some jam. Then we’ll care for bears, dig up some history and even walk on water (frozen that is). Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan’s Upper Peninsula a great place to roam with some room.
On this episode of UTR we get an update from 5 fantastic UTR Alumni. We’ll catch up with some cops in Clare, Leon & Lulu and a righteous Romine brother. Then we see what’s morphed at Mai Tiki and tip our caps to Stormy Kromer. Get ready to find out what’s new with some of the awesome people and places that make Michigan a great place to be.
On this episode of UTR it’s “What’cha been up to part II.” We’ll go back for some Ypsilanti ice cream, eat awesome at Detroit’s IMA, and have a heapin helpin of natural history at the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History. Then we zoom all the way back to season one for a flotilla of kayak fun in the thumb and a sweetie-licious lady in DeWitt who’s pies are out of this world. Get ready to see what’s new with some of the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be.
On this episode of UTR we head up to the UPs frosty center for some wild winter fun. We'll let the good times roll, go frozen fishing, let gravity be our guide and then warm up with some awesome edibles. We'll even show you some snowshoes you can use. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan's Upper Peninsula a great place to play.
On this awesome episode of UTR we start off in Scottville for a woody wolf’s den, mounds of mushrooms and a band that really likes to clown around. Then we hit Lansing for a cool zoo for you, an urban paddle and four great places to please your palate. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make these two Michigan cities the best place to be.
On this eatable episode of UTR, it's our first ever Detroit Restaurant Ketchup show, and no, it's not about that red stuff you put on your hamburger. It's about the fact that new and awesome eateries are opening up so fast in the Motor City, we can't keep up. So get ready to speed date some dinners and find out why Detroit is where you should be pleasing your palate.
Host Tom Daldin and producer Jim Edelman revisit past holiday specials with new and updated interviews with folks in Michigan spreading yuletide greetings from the Under the Radar crew.
On this episode of UTR, we head inside to explore Michigan's great indoors. We'll visit a zoo that's full of things that zoom, go inside to play ball, and see the Wright Museum. Then it's a cool car collection that's also music to your ears, and a place that literally rocks.
On this episode of UTR, we celebrate our love for pizza and in Michigan we've got about every different kind you can crave!
We're back in Saginaw for a super sculptor, oh, so good burgers and barbecue, and a museum that looks like a castle! Then we talked town over a local brew and even checked out a place where you get a side of history with your supper! Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Saginaw such a sensational city!
On this electrifying episode of UTR, we hop in a Chevy Bolt and bolt around the state! You'll see why electric is in, a sports store with more, and a coffee counter that cares in Kalamazoo. Then it's Marshall on the Move, a Boyne City bakery, and some Sheboygan mead minders. Get ready to explore Michigan's cool people, places and things in an awesome EV!
On this episode of UTR, we're back with more reasons why you should discover Michigan's sunrise side. We'll share an inn with feathered friends in Rogers City, and chow at a Red Brick Tap and Barrel in Alpena. Then we have some cute coffee and cuisine, and a fascinating fly over in Oscoda. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make our own east coast the boast.
We're taking a pure Michigan road trip! We'll fish for some fun in Muskegon, brew some beans with The Beatles in Bay City, do some high caliber carting in Okemos, and eat at Detroit's Yum Village!
On this episode of UTR we’re back in the UP’s Keweenaw Peninsula with more fascinating places to peruse. We’ll stay at a hotel you can bank on, have a dinner full of hops and history and visit a B&B that’ll blow your mind. Then we explore Calumet in copper country and dine at one of Michigan’s top restaurants, literally. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make this episode Keweenawesome!
On this joyful episode of UTR we get you ready to rock the holidays. We’ll find out where turkeys come from (gobble, gobble) and meet the people who prepare our prestigious parade. Then we’ll roast chestnuts on an open fire and even show you how candy canes come to be. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan holidays so happy!
On this episode of UTR, it’s another one of our patented road trip adventures. Only this time we wind our way west on US Route 12. We’ll start with some dueling dogs, find out what unicorns eat and meet a mural master. Then we ride a classic railroad, shoot an arrow straight and true, and see who’s crafting potent potables for you. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make US 12 worth wandering.
On this two city installment of UTR, we start off in Grand Rapids with some Caribbean cuisine, a co-op with a conscience, and a mural with a message. Then we travel to Traverse City for a grocery store with more, a resort that rocks, and a bagel that'll make your bubbie proud. Get ready to explore two cool towns that make Michigan the best place to be. Episode 1206
On this episode of UTR, we collaborated with Cupid and came up with five great things that you could do on a date. We'll explore your aura, go to a Candy Bar, and cook up a tasty romance. Then we'll buy sweets for your sweetie, and make some Motown music. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Michigan a great place to fall in love.
We hit the Great Lakes Bay Region for an outdoor store with more in Linwood. Then we walk above the woods and have a Loon day afternoon in Midland. Then we have some top notch nosh in Bay City and shake a hero's hand in Frankenmuth. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make the Great Lakes Bay Region right up your alley.
On this edition of UTR, our destination is Downriver for a trail of good time, a big bear lodge, and a theatre we think is swell. Then we get spicy with some salsa, and even have our own garden party!
On this episode of UTR we search Saginaw County for a classic place to stay, some authentic Mexican munchables, and a museum and theater that will amaze you. Then we chow down on some genuine smokehouse barbecue, and show you a zoo you need to do. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make this part of Michigan a great place to eat, learn, stay, and play.
On this installment of "UTR," it's our second supercharged episode where we zap around the state in an awesome EV, only this time we try a smooth Ypsi brew, an electric roll, and containers full of cuisine in Detroit. Then we hit Holland for a state park plugin, and Muskegon for a delicious dinner on the deck. Get ready to explore Michigan's cool people, places, and things in an excellent electric
On this awesome island episode of UTR, we drive, float, fly and hopefully say hi to a moose. Then we conquer the Keweenaw looking for phenomenal food, a terrific tour, and the elusive Yooper stone. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and ancient islands that make Michigan a great place to explore.
On this awesome episode of "UTR", we head north to find some of Michigan's finest wines. And guess what? We're taking 50 of our new best friends with us. We'll take a bus to Bonobo, try some Brys, and then bop down to Black Star Farms. Heck, we'll even party at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and cases that make Michigan wine country so cool.
On this episode of UTR, we're back in southeast Michigan with more for you to see and do. We'll find historic wood that sounds good, a market on a mission, and a place that has all the stuff you didn't even know you needed. Then we'll munch on a mouthful of Moroccan and peruse the Penn Theater. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Michigan a great place to be.
On this frosty episode of UTR, we visit six of our favorite UP winter wonders. We'll turn me into a Yooper, do some frozen fishing and roam into an awesome inn. Then we'll fly through the arctic air, let the dogs way out and walk high above the forest floor. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a great winter place to be.
Stops along the Sunset Side of the Lower Peninsula during the winter. On this wild and wet episode of UTR, it's all about our wonderful water. We'll take a glass bottom boat ride, jump off black rocks and kayak through industry. Then we hit Fishtown, an ancient island and the Pere Marquette with the one and only Fish Whisperer.
On this episode of "UTR," it's a weekend adventure up Michigan's Sunrise Side. We'll get into a pickle, taste the flavors of Mexico, and get lost in a fantasy world. Heck, we'll even have dinner with Michigan's most majestic mammal. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make our eastern shore a place you'll wanna see more.
On this episode of UTR, we're back in the Ann Arbor area with tons more for you to see, eat and do. We'll hip hop into some high fashion, meet a mother and daughter Thai team and stop in a morning and night owl. Then we hit a theater that demands an encore and a gem of a speakeasy. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make the Ann Arbor area an awesome place to explore.
Our destination is Downriver for a delightful dairy, Kate's cool kitchen, and a plethora of parks. Heck, we'll even have some heartfelt, homemade Hungarian, and get down and lounge ""UTR""-style. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Southern Wayne County a great place to live, work, stay, and play. Exploring a large chunk of SE Michigan known as Downriver.
We head for the mountains, Mount Pleasant that is. We'll celebrate Michigan's most Special Olympics. Kick back in a bird bar that's been bringing 'em in for 90 years and catch a community full of art. Heck, we'll even capture some Korean cuisine and culture. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Mount Pleasant worth the ascent.
On this awesome episode of UTR, we’re back in the Great Lakes Bay Region for a formidable floating fortress, a wonderful walk in the woods, and some fantastic food fit for you. Then we visit a super cool kids zoo and take a trip beyond the stars. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region the right place to be.
On this episode of UTR, we go to Oscoda on the sunrise side for some fantastic red fork food (I’ll explain later) a trip to the moon and back, and a healthy hike to Lumberman’s Monument. Heck, we'll even meet the one and only donut king.
We'll tell tales of amazing trails, have some Blue Water Festival fun, and tip a few with some renaissance men. Then it's a famous boat race that's known all over the place.
We'll hike the wondrous winter woods, kayak the summer Soo Locks, and feast on fantastic fish at a lock view restaurant, literally. We'll even take you to the amazing Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum.
We're back with a whole alphabet full of reasons why you need to make it to Muskegon. We'll show you some historic homes. Am I seeing double? A marvelous munchkin sized market and a speakeasy you'll want to shout about. We even go to a place that offers an awesome array of outdoor sports. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Muskegon so magnificent!
We're back in beautiful Battle Creek for a cool café with a conscience, a farm market with marketly more, and a place where you can land a great meal, literally. Heck, we'll even show you a place where kids laugh and learn, all at the same time. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Battle Creek so solid.
On this cinematic edition of UTR, it's "Steve the RV II - The Movie," where we wander into Woodland Shores, cook campfire cuisine, look, Jim has made fire, and find a hidden book nook. We'll even soar into an Eagle's Hideaway and conquer some Klavon's pizza. So pop your popcorn and settle into your seat!
On this awesome episode of UTR, we're back in Jackson for an underground railroad. Some hot food and cold brew you'll wanna do, and a collection of captivating concrete campuses. We'll even meet a super cool couple who will quell your ice cream cravings, not to mention their bonafide burger. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Jackson just right.
On this eatable edition of "UTR," we go back to some of our favorite palate-pleasing places. We hit Kate's cool Kitchen, Miss Kim's Korean, and boast about Prost! Then we take a hike all the way up to Harbor Haus and even bite into a beefy burger at Big O's. Get ready to rediscover why Michigan is the greatest place in the world to eat, drink, and be merry.
Welcome to a special edition of "UTR" called You Wanted to See It. That's right. For the next 30 minutes, we'll feature awesome stuff you asked us to show you. We'll tap into Native America, sample sensational sausage, and find more Ford. Heck, you even picked a very popular pizzeria. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things you wanted to see.
You’re invited to join viewers from around the world on a virtual trip to Mackinac Island, voted one of the “Top 10 Islands in the U.S.” by Trip Advisor. Step back in time and enjoy bike riding, breathtaking coastal views, carriage tours and more in real time with an interactive tour guide. Pure Michigan has partnered with Georama to livestream audio and video from the island, including two-way interactivity where viewers can ask questions and respond to the tour guide operating the camera. Tom Daldin, host of PBS show Under the Radar Michigan, will be your tour guide as you virtually explore the island in real-time. Tom will answer your questions, take suggestions on what to see and do, and react to viewers in real time.
You’re invited to join viewers from around the world on a virtual trip to the Detroit Zoo, the first zoo in the United States to use open natural exhibits and home to North America’s largest polar bear exhibit. Featuring 125 acres of naturalistic exhibits with 1,300 mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates of 250 different species, the Detroit Zoo is a must-see attraction in Michigan. Now’s your chance to enjoy a free, real-time tour with an interactive travel guide as you visit giraffes, monkeys, polar bears, zebras and more! Pure Michigan has partnered with Georama to livestream audio and video from the zoo, including two-way interactivity where viewers can ask questions and respond to the tour guide operating the camera. Tom Daldin, host of PBS show Under the Radar Michigan, will be your tour guide as you virtually explore the zoo in real-time. Tom will answer your questions, take suggestions on what to see and do, and react to viewers in real time. Interested in seeing how it works?
