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Elevating the Trade: How Two Michigan Cosmetologists Are Reinventing Cosmetology School (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Life In Michigan Podcast , we sit down with Liz Hannold and Katie Eifler—the powerhouse team behind the Professional Academy of Cosmetology in historic downtown Marshall, Michigan. Liz and Katie share how they connected, what drove them to open a cosmetology academy in the 1867 Eagle Block building, and why they’re on a mission to bring high-level professionalism and real-world business skills back to the trade. They also give us a peek behind the scenes of their own show,
Crafting Community, Midwest IPAs, and "Day with Jay" Adventures with Brewer Jay Green! (opens the original)
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Get ready, Michigan craft beer fans! In this episode of the Life In Michigan podcast, we sat down with one of our favorite beer friends, Perrin Brewing’s resident “Beer Ninja,” Jay Green. From cleaning out mash tuns at Tri-City Brewing nearly 18 years ago to scaling up batches in Perrin Brewing Company’s Comstock Park facility, Jay gives us an insider look at Michigan’s craft scene. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: * The Story Behind the “Beer Ninja”: How a joke job title at Tri-City turned int
Live with Chuck Marshall (opens the original)
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Surviving and Thriving in Michigan’s Ever-Shifting Craft Beer Scene (opens the original)
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What does it take to survive and thrive over nearly two decades in the ever-shifting Michigan craft beer scene? In this episode, we sit down with Michigan brewer Adam Beratta from Kickstand Brewing Company to try to answer that question. From his early days learning the ropes under industry mentors at Redwood Steakhouse & Brewery and Great Baraboo Brewing Company , to award-winning tenures at 51 North Brewing and Axle Brewing Company , Adam brings an insider’s perspective to the craft beverage l
Liz Barney’s Magical Full Moon Potlucks (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Life In Michigan Podcast , we sit down with our friend Liz Barney. She is the visionary and community organizer behind Ann Arbor’s beloved Open Spoon gathering. But that is just the start. She is a filmmaker, photographer, writer, and so much more. From her hilarious recap of growing up in what she lovingly calls the “Amish Mafia” to her transition from special education teacher to backcountry adventure photographer, Liz’s journey is a masterclass in following your gut and
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