Chanel left a 6 figure job at Verizon to start her own empire and now Chanel is the CEO of a number of companies that cover music + entertainment management, consulting, and a line of snack foods. Her story is inspiring and we hope you enjoy her story. See more: https://mcdmlivebhm.com/
Feb 01, 2021•23 min•Ep. 157
John Gonzalez catches up with Chef John Beilfuss of Lula's Louisiana Cookhouse in Owosso, winner of Michigan's Best Fried Chicken. John and his wife Morgan decided not to reopen in 2020 after the March shutdown. They are waiting for the restaurant industry to reopen at 100% before opening doors again. They want diners to have the full experience. In the meantime, John launched "Scratch Cook with John" on YouTube channel.
Jan 29, 2021•13 min•Ep. 155
We announce the first search of 2021...what will it be?
Jan 21, 2021•4 min•Ep. 154
On this episode, Eric interviews John Seville, local Branch Manager at Benchmark Mortgage, on what he’s seeing the housing market. John discusses how the interest rates are historically low while appreciation rates are high, both of which drive the market. Learn the terms of home buying and how you can start saving up for your dream home in this educational podcast! Benchmark Mortgage is an Eastbrook Preferred Lender, specializing in VA and first-responder loans. Learn more about preferred lende...
Jan 20, 2021•17 min•Ep. 173
John and Amy name the 2020 Beer of the Year and surprise the winners "live."
Jan 12, 2021•15 min•Ep. 153
John Gonzalez talks to Claire Lepine, the marketing manager of MAWBY Sparkling Wines in Suttons Bay, Michigan about the difference between Champagne and Sparkling Wine, as well the different methods of fermenting the wines to give them their tiny bubbles. Oh, and the topic of “Sex” comes up, too. Learn more about MAWBY at https://mawby.wine/
Dec 30, 2020•16 min•Ep. 152
In this episode, Dave Lorenz talks with John Gonzalez and Chef Jenna from Amore in West Michigan about the state of Restaurants in Michigan.
Dec 17, 2020•25 min•Ep. 150
It is the holiday season so Gonzo decided it was a great time to talk tamales.
Dec 17, 2020•30 min•Ep. 151
Welcome to the Holiday-themed "At Home with Eastbrook." In today's episode, Eric Hultgren visits with the Villegas family as they share their Christmas decor inspiration, how they remain present during this different season, and tips for engaging the whole family in traditions. Don't miss this Christmas fireside chat with the Villegas!" For more pictures of the Villegas home, check out their Holiday Home Tour: https://bit.ly/371nYEV
Dec 16, 2020•11 min•Ep. 148
In this episode, Eric Hultgren chats with Jordan Brown from the Hurley Foundation about Feeding the Frontlines and what we can do to help during COVID.
Dec 16, 2020•12 min•Ep. 147
In this episode, Eric Hultgren sits down with Gina Thorsen from Stormy Kromer and Michele Wildman from the MEDC to talk about supporting local businesses this holiday season.
Dec 10, 2020•19 min•Ep. 149
Saddleback Barbecue in Lansing is doing some incredible work for the community by feeding families this Thanksgiving holiday. Check out today's Love Letters Initiative of Michigan's Best restaurants.
Nov 30, 2020•21 min•Ep. 142
Eric Hultgren sits down with Vice President of Communications, Meegan Holland from the MRA to talk holiday shopping and the "panic shopping" trend.
Nov 24, 2020•11 min•Ep. 144
In this episode, Amy Sherman talks to the factory manager for Michigan Sugar in Bay City Kelly Scheffler.
Nov 23, 2020•22 min•Ep. 161
In this episode, Amy Sherman talks to Head of AG Relations and Communications Director, Elizabeth Taylor about tours, the business of sugar, and their own ice cream shop.
Nov 22, 2020•13 min•Ep. 145
With the new restrictions, we turned to you to share with Michigan restaurants how much they mean to you. For the first episode, we are celebrating The Win Tavern 33
Nov 20, 2020•4 min•Ep. 141
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Eastbrook Homes shines a spotlight on a non-profit they're thankful for, A.Y.A Youth Collective. In this podcast hosted by Eric Hultgren, you'll hear from Lauren VanKeulen, CEO of A.Y.A Youth Collective, about their mission to provide resources for youths in crisis. Lauren discusses their heart and mission, the people they serve, the challenges they've overcome this year, and how those challenges made them grow and innovate. Learn more about A.Y.A Youth Collective ...
Nov 19, 2020•20 min•Ep. 143
This episode is brought to you by Stanley Steemer of Detroit and Woman's Life Insurance Society. In this episode, Eric Hultgren talks with Amy Sherman about how Feeding the Frontlines came about and what we are doing this third time around.
Nov 17, 2020•9 min•Ep. 160
In this episode Amy Sherman chats with Kevin Messing about his role as a field consultant.
Nov 17, 2020•11 min•Ep. 140
In this episode, Eric Hultgren sits down with Kevin Walsh to talk about their "Give Local" initiative heading into the holiday season.
Nov 17, 2020•5 min•Ep. 146
In this episode, Amy Sherman chats with the president of Michigan Sugar's board of directors, Adam Herford.
Nov 09, 2020•9 min•Ep. 162
In this episode, Amy Sherman talks to the 2020 Michigan Sugar Queen Shaelynn Lavrack about life as the queen.
Nov 03, 2020•9 min•Ep. 139
In this episode, Amy Sherman talks with Corey Guza about the science of creating amazing sugar.
Oct 25, 2020•12 min•Ep. 137
Vice president of operations from Michigan Sugar explains to Amy Sherman how sugar is created.
Oct 20, 2020•14 min•Ep. 138
Brad Mooney of Eastbrook Homes and Joel Ruiter of Home Repair Services sit down with Eric Hultgren to discuss the impactful work HRS does in the community. Learn about Home Repair Service's mission of strengthening vulnerable Kent County homeowners to build strong communities, as well as Eastbrook Home's tie to the non-profit. HRS offers classes, resources, financial aid, ramp building, and more to the Kent County community. One program they offer is ramp building, which Brad Mooney of Eastbrook...
Oct 20, 2020•21 min•Ep. 136
In this episode Amy Sherman talks with executive director of HR for Michigan Sugar, Ellen Smith about working at Michigan Sugar.
Oct 15, 2020•8 min•Ep. 132
Amy Sherman sits down with the executive vice president of Michigan Sugar, Jim Ruhlman to talk about the agriculture side of making sugar.
Oct 09, 2020•9 min•Ep. 133
Brad Mooney and Josh McGraw join the podcast to talk about rising lumber costs and how that can impact building a home.
Oct 05, 2020•10 min•Ep. 134
Kevin Walsh from Schaafsma joins the podcast to talk about how to get the upstairs and downstairs of your house to agree on a temperature.
Oct 01, 2020•7 min•Ep. 130
In this episode Amy Sherman sits down with Pedro Figueroa VP of Sales and Marketing at Michigan Sugar to talk about the brand relaunch.
Sep 28, 2020•14 min•Ep. 127