The Michigan Travel Show

Megan D’Latta described the Grand Rapids Downtown Market as a year-round culinary destination in the heart of downtown, near Ionia Avenue in the Heartside Business District. The market hall houses 21 merchants offering everything from French pastries and vegan dishes to tacos, fresh fish, Thai food, and locally made bread and ice cream. Its dining-market style lets visitors buy a drink at one stall, an appetizer at another, and a main course at a third. Dave Lorenz noted that this mix of indoor and outdoor vendors sets the market apart from many other markets in Michigan. The market also hosts public events, making it a community hub as well as a food destination. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Lorenz introduces the 41 North Film Festival, now in its 12th year, held on the Michigan Tech campus in Houghton. Erin Smith, the festival director, explains that Michigan Tech has no formal film program but offers strong work in sound design and the arts, so film fits naturally into campus life. Because the Keweenaw is remote, Erin Smith brings films from across the national festival circuit. The festival focuses mainly on feature documentaries, with narrative films, animation, and shorts also included. Erin Smith chooses films that spark discussion and push boundaries. The example given is Wild Inside, about an owl that escaped the Central Park Zoo. A panel of local experts follows each screening, turning the film into a broader conversation about wildlife and captivity. The festival is free, which makes it an easy way to try something new. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct. 18, 2026 ~ In this episode of The Michigan Travel Show, Dave Lorenz takes listeners to the art coast of Saugatuck, discusses craft beer and the Michigan Brewers Guild, hears all about upcoming winter activities in St. Joseph, and talks about theater and turkey dinners in Marshall! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 11, 2026 ~ Join Dave Lorenz on the Michigan Travel Show as he explores top destinations. This episode features interviews with Matt Helmes, Jessica Anderson, Brad Barnett, Jennifer Petrus Olinger, Jamie Furbush, and Laura Brown, highlighting favorite spots across the state from Holland and Charlevoix to the Keweenaw Peninsula, Detroit, Frankenmuth, and St. Ignace. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Michigan Travel Show: Live from Wiards Orchards in Ypsilanti! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dave Lorenz is joined by Michael Martin and Nick Lacoste to discover incredible historic aircraft at the Air Zoo, check out hundreds of vintage vehicles at the Gilmore Car Museum, tour the scenic Thumb Coast region, and experience stunning art and nature at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

September 13, 2026 ~ Dave Lorenz and guest host Jim Edelman from Under the Radar Michigan explore the hidden gems of the state. Candace Smith details the diverse tours offered in Grand Rapids, from mural walks to spine-tingling ghost hunts. The hosts then discuss the historical significance of the Gerald R. Ford Museum with Brooke Clement, highlighting exhibits like the recreated Oval Office and the “Waltzing with the Queen” display. Finally, Candace Smith and Brooke Clement share seasonal tips for visiting Crystal Mountain and the Keweenaw Peninsula, including fall color tours, mining history, and upcoming autumn festivals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 30, 2026 ~ Host Dave Lorenz shares how people can learn about architecture, history, and ghost tours in Grand Rapids with Tours Around Michigan. he also explores the Gerald R. Ford Museum, skiing at Crystal Mountain, fall color touring in Keweenaw Peninsula. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 23, 2026 ~ Host Dave Lorenz looks at how Michigan is the Midwest's best place to travel for wine enthusiasts due to the Pawpaw Wine and Harvest Fest. He also looks at the upcoming Mackinac Island Fall Fudge Fest, the Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, and what's going on in the Detroit area during the late summer and fall. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug. 2, 2026 ~ Dave Lorenz and his guests discuss various efforts to preserve the historical structures, lighthouses, and cultural heritage found across the Michigan landscape. The program highlights the work of groups like Sleeping Bear Forever, Lakeshore Keepers, and the Leelanau Historical Society to maintain regional landmarks for future generations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.