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Gonzo Live
by John Gonzalez
The Daily Gonzo is about life, as it happens, when it happens and when it's about to happen. Who knows what's next?
Episodes
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Michael Gormley: 'Men, stop being bored with the Gospel' (March 2, 2024)
In this podcast, Michael Gormley, founder of LayEvangelist.com and co-host of the Catching Foxes podcast talks about some of the things he will be addressing in his upcoming presentation in Grand Rapids. He wants men to come ready to learn and ready to engage in the Gospel. He also talks about…
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Warrior Wrestling, plus Gonzo's Things to Do this Weekend (March 24-26)
Welcome to Gonzo Live. My name is John “Gonzo” Gonzalez, a veteran journalist based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This Podcast has been around since 2012 when I worked in radio and on a news website. Today, I’m doing my own thing. I have all of the same passions - baseball, craft beer and traveling...
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International Women's Collaboration Brew Day 2022 (Traverse City)
On this podcast, journalist John Gonzalez interviews head brewer and co-owner Jamie Kidwell-Brix of Earthen Ales; head brewer and co-owner Tina Schuett of Rare Bird Brewpub; and head brewer Ellie Maddelein of Five Shore Brewing. They celebrate International Women's Collaboration Brew Day 2022…
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The Verve Pipe Podcast with Brian Vander Ark Listening Room 2019
John Gonzalez of MLive sits down with Brian Vander Ark of The Verve Pipe, which has three shows Thanksgiving weekend at The Listening Room in Grand Rapids. Each show has a specific theme. The concerts are Nov. 27, 29 and 30, 2019.
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Cheech & Chong Podcast 2018
John Gonzalez of MLive.com interviews Richard "Cheech" Marin of Cheech & Chong fame. He talks about Michigan being the 10th state in the U.S. to legalize the recreational use of Marijuana, and much more. Cheech & Chong perform at 8 p.m. Dec. 1, 2018 at the Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant.…
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Keller Williams Podcast on Tom Petty-inspred PettyGrass
John Gonzalez of MLive.com talks to musician Keller Williams about his new Tom Petty-inspired project, Keller Williams’ PettyGrass. The tour makes a stop at Bell’s Eccentric Cafe on September 20, 2018. The show will feature Keller, joined by The Hillbenders, performing select covers in a…
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Rick Muniz of San Juan Diego Academy Golf Fundraiser 2018
Rick Muniz, the principal of San Juan Diego Academy of Wyoming, joins John Gonzalez of MLive on Justin Barclay's "West Michigan Live." On the show Rick talks about the mission of the Academy (K-8th Grade), and he also shares info about the upcoming San Juan Diego Golf Scramble, Aug. 31 at…
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Bimini Brothers After Show Podcast 2018
John Gonzalez talks to friends of the Bimini Brothers at the Bow-Tie Tavern in Sparta. This Podcast was recorded May 2, 2018. The band performs its 35th Anniversary Farewell Show on May 5 at the DeltaPlex. More details at https://www.facebook.com/BiminiBrothers/
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Bimini Brothers Podcast 2018
John Gonzalez talks talk to Biff and Tad about their upcoming show May 5, 2018 at the DeltaPlex in Grand Rapids. It is the 35th anniversary show of the Bimini Brothers. More information at https://www.facebook.com/events/1510588392573485/
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MercyMe's 'I Can Only Imagine' a box office hit.
In this Podcast, John Gonzalez interviews guitarist Mike Scheuchzer of MercyMe. (It was recorded April 3, 2018.) They talk about the movie "I Can Only Imagine," as well as the current "MercyMe and Tenth Avenue North Live' Tour." The tour stops April 8, 2018, at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. On...
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MLive Podcast with Kathleen Madigan: Tom Brady, Oprah, Red Wine and Detroit Metro Airport
On this Podcast, John Gonzalez and Jessica Shepherd of MLive talk to comedian Kathleen Madigan about her upcoming Michigan stops as part of her "Boxed Wine & Bigfoot" tour. She performs at 20 Monroe Live in Grand Rapids on Jan 26, 2018; the City Opera House in Traverse City on Jan. 27; and Island...
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Michigan Weekend Recap Episode 1: Oprah Winfrey at Mitten Brewery, AFC/NFC Championship games, Oscar nominations (Jan. 22, 2018)
On Michigan Weekend Recap Episode 1 (recorded Jan. 22, 2018 at Mitten Brewing Company in Grand Rapids), host John Gonzalez of MLive.com welcomes co-workers John Serba and Jessica Shepherd. John is the resident curmudgeon/movie critic; Jessica is a reporter who follows what's happening in our…
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Ginger Zee's memoir 'Natural Disaster' is raw, open and honest
In this Podcast, John Gonzalez of MLive.com talks to Rockford, Michigan native Ginger Zee about "Natural Disaster: I Cover Them. I Am One." ($26.99, Kingswell/Disney Book Group), released today (Dec. 5, 2017). In the book she talks about failed relationships, her struggles with depression and how...
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Doug Stanton on the USS Indianapolis, 'In Harm's Way,' other projects
On Aug. 21, 2017, John Gonzalez of MLive interviews Michigan author Doug Stanton about the USS Indianapolis and his book "In Harm's Way." The wreckage of the US Navy warship was discovered Aug. 18, 2017. It had been missing for 72 years. John also talks to Doug about "Horse Soldiers," another…
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Interview with Chad Butler of Switchfoot 2017
John Gonzalez of MLive interviews Chad Butler, drummer of the Switchfoot. The band is on 'The Looking for Summer Tour' with Lifehouse. The tour makes a stop July 31, 2017 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park as part of the Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts series. More info on the series at...
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Phil Collen of Def Leppard 2017
John Gonzalez of MLive talks to Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen about the 2017 North American tour. Def Leppard performs April 17, 2017 with Poison and Tesla at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Learn more about the show at https://vanandelarena.com/schedule/def-leppard-featuring-poison-tesla...
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GR's Mollie Rehner brings her sketch comedy show Rehner & Nixon to Laughfest 2017
In this special Podcast, John Gonzalez of MLive interviews Grand Rapids comedian Mollie Rehner, who performs in the sketch comedy duo Rehner & Nixon. Based in Chicago, the duo is one of comedy's hottest sketch shows that really focuses on life from a young woman's perspective. They have traveled...
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Keller Williams back on the road 2017
John Gonzalez of MLive talks to multi-instrumental/Acoustic Dance artist Keller Williams about his upcoming tour dates, as well as a March 17, 2017 show at The Intersection in Grand Rapids. (He also performs March 16 at The Blind Pig in Ann Arbor.) They also talk about The Accidentals, the…
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'Rent' 20th Anniversary Tour with Danny Harris Kornfeld
Are you excited to see the "Rent" 20th Anniversary Tour? It will be in Michigan for 16 performances in three cities -- Grand Rapids, East Lansing and Detroit (March 14-26, 2017). In the cast is West Bloomfield, Michigan native Danny Harris Kornfeld, who plays one of the leads, Mark Cohen, who is...
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Scotty McCreery Podcast in Kalamazoo Jan. 28, 2016
John Gonzalez of MLive interviewed country singer and "American Idol" winner Scotty McCreery on his tour bus before his concert on Jan. 28, 2016 at the Kalamazoo State Theatre. More on Scotty McCreery at http://www.scottymccreery.com/
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Gonzo on WZZM July 18
John Gonzalez of MLive and the Behind the Mitten radio show appears every Saturday on WZZM-TV13 in Grand Rapids. Here he talks about some events going on in Michigan (July 18-19), and he also previews Behind the Mitten. More on his radio show, which he co-hosts with Amy Sherman, at...
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Mario Batali on Omelette & Friends
Chef, author, Northern Michigan enthusiast Mario Batali (ABC's "The Chew") was on WKLT's "Omelette and Friends" radio show on July 7, 2015, in Traverse City. He talked about why he loves for all of Northern Michigan. "Michigan is a completely cool place," he said on the show. Mario was recently…
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Joshua Davis Top 6 of The Voice 2015
The Voice 2015: Joshua Davis of Traverse City is a Top 6 contestant on NBC TV's "The Voice." He performs again on May 4, 2015. He is on Team Adam Levine. In this interview he talks to John Gonzalez of MLive about his theater background, as well as his decision to stick to songs he feels best...
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The Voice 2015: Joshua Davis in Top 10
The Voice 2015: Joshua Davis is a Traverse City resident and former Lansing resident who just made it to the Top 10 of NBC TV's "The Voice." He performs again on April 20, 2015. He is on Team Adam Levine. This week he is mentored by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics. In this interview he talks to…
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The Voice Joshua Davis Top 12 Interview
The Voice 2015: Joshua Davis is a Traverse City resident and former Lansing resident who just made it to the Top 12 of NBC TV's "The Voice." He performs again on April 13, 2015.
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The Voice 2015: Joshua Davis interview
John Gonzalez of MLive in Michigan talks to Joshua Davis of "The Voice" 2015. The Michigan native appeared on the Season 8 premiere (Feb. 23, 2015). He sang Dylan's "I Shall Be Released," which caused Adam Levin and Blake Shelton to turn their chairs as potential mentors. Joshua chose Team Blake....
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The Voice 2015: Interview Joshua Davis
John Gonzalez of MLive in Michigan talks to Joshua Davis of "The Voice" 2015. The Michigan native appeared on the Season 8 premiere (Feb. 23, 2015). He sang Dylan's "I Shall Be Released," which caused Adam Levin and Blake Shelton to turn their chairs as potential mentors. Joshua chose Team Blake....
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Michigan Poems by Doug Houseworth
Realtor Doug Houseworth of Alanson in Northern Michigan wrote a blog recently for Pure Michigan about his 12 poems dedicated to four seasons in Michigan. It took him four decades to write a series of 12 poems to match 12 photos, one for each month. Doug talked to MLive's John Gonzalez about the...
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Frank Caliendo on Huge Show
Comedian Frank Caliendo appeared Sept. 25, 2014, on The Huge Show. He talked about his many impersonations, and even did a few voices for Bill "Huge" Simonson. Listen to his impression of Morgan Freeman, who is talking about Derek Jeter's final game. Caliendo performs Oct. 10, 2014, at the Forest...
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Sam Porter-Microbrew & Music Fest 2014
John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are leading a bus trip to the Microwbrew & Music Festival, Aug. 22 and 23, from Grand Rapids to Traverse City. Cost is $100 per person, which includes VIP ticket to the festival and round trip accommodations on a deluxe Motor Coach. John and Amy talked to event...
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Ben Darcie Beer Tasting Classes 2014
John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman talked to Michigan craft beer educator Ben Darcie, who is once again leading his popular Grand Rapids Beer Tasting Classes. The 9-week class schedule begins Aug. 4, 2014 at Harmony Brewing in Grand Rapids. Classes are held once a week. There is no cost to register;...
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Gonzo Show-Amy Sherman and Beer Talk
John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman talked to Michigan craft beer educator Ben Darcie, who is once again leading his popular Grand Rapids Beer Tasting Classes. The 9-week class schedule begins Aug. 4, 2014 at Harmony Brewing in Grand Rapids. Classes are held once a week. There is no cost to register;...
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Original Murdick's Fudge-Mackinac Island
Bobby Benser, who owns several businesses on Mackinac Island, is celebrating the 127th anniversary of Original Murdick's Fudge on Mackinac Island. The first 127 customers will receive a free slice of fudge on July 27, 2014. Murdick's also is offering free shipping on orders through July 31. John...
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TC Microbrew & Music Festival 2014
John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman are leading a bus trip to the Microwbrew & Music Festival, Aug. 22 and 23, from Grand Rapids to Traverse City. Cost is $100 per person, which includes VIP ticket to the festival and round trip accommodations on a deluxe Motor Coach. John and Amy talked to event...
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Gonzo Show: Amy Sherman-Beer Tour
Amy Sherman of the "Great American Brew Trail" joined John Gonzalez on his "Going Gonzo Show" podcast. The show was recorded July 22, 2014. The two of them are co-hosting a motor coach bus trip to the Traverse City Microbrew & Music Festival on Aug. 22-23, 2014. The roundtrip tour departs from...
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Gonzo on Ron Jolly Show (WTCM)
John Gonzalez appeared on "The Ron Jolly Show" to talk about MLive and his job of traveling the state looking for Michigan's Best. John is in town for the 88th National Cherry Festival. He was on the air July 4, 2014. More on the Ron Jolly Show at http://wtcmradio.com/programs/ More on the…
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Gonzo Show: Author Doug Stanton, July 4
John Gonzalez spoke with New York Times Best selling author Doug Stanton, a native of Traverse City who is the founder of the National Writers Series. Appearing during the National Cherry Festival will be author Diana Gabaldon, who is know for her wildly popular Outlander series. The speaking...
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Gonzo Show: June 5, 2014-On the Road
John Gonzalez recorded this podcast on June 5, 2014, while driving SB on I-75 near Grayling, Michigan. His producer Judi put it online. National Doughnut Day 2014 is Friday, June 6.
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Gonzo and Judi: March 28, 2014
John Gonzalez catches up with his producer, Judi. They have not talked a lot since he has been on the road searching for Michigan's Best Doughnut for MLive. This podcast was recorded March 28, 2014.
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Gonzo Show: Steven Curtis Chapman 2014
John Gonzalez interviewed Steven Curtis Chapman, who is on his "The Glorious Unfolding" tour with The Afters and Josh Wilson. He performs March 13, 2014 in Grand Rapids and March 14 in Flint.
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Gonzo Show-Emily Richett 2-25-14
John Gonzalez of MLive and his producer Judi catch up with Emily Richett of Richett Media. She was a regular guest co-host on the show every Tuesday. She has some exciting news to share! More on the Going Gonzo Show at https://www.facebook.com/GoingGonzoShow More on Emily at http://richettmedia.com/
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Gonzo Show Feb. 20, 2014
John Gonzalez of MLive talks to Paul Starr of I'm a Beer Hound and Stephanie Moon of the Lansing Lugnuts about the April 5, 2014 "Beerfest at the Ballpark" at Cooley Law School Stadium. John Gonzalez is host of the "Going Gonzo Show." https://www.facebook.com/GoingGonzoShow
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Gonzo Show-Michigan Winter Beer Festival
Scott Graham of the Michigan Brewers Guild was a guest on the "Going Gonzo Show" on Feb. 18, 2014 and talked about this weekend's Michigan Winter Beer Festival in Comstock Park. More on the festival at...
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Gonzo Show: Amy Sherman Terra GR 2014
John Gonzalez of MLive.com talks to Amy Sherman of "Amy on the Trail" about the debut of the Terra Tavern Burger on Feb. 20, 2014. They are co-hosting the event at 5 p.m. as part of "Cool Brews. Hot Eats" 2014 and GR Beer Week. More details on GR Beer Week at...
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Gonzo Show Paul Beachnau Feb. 10, 2014
John Gonzalez of MLive talked to Paul Beachnau, the executive director of the Gaylord Tourism Bureau. They participated in the Frosty 5k as part of AlpenFrost, Feb. 8, 2014. John talked to Paul about tourism in Gaylord, as well as all the winter activities you can do. Gaylord leads the lower...
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Gonzo Show Feb. 5: Groundhog Marathon GR
MLive's John Gonzalez catches up with his producer, Judi, about her experience at the Groundhog Day Marathon in Grand Rapids. He also talks "American Idol" 2014, which begins Hollywood Week today.
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The Bachelor's Lauren Solomon-2014
John Gonzalez of MLive interviewed Lauren Solomon of Clinton Township, who appeared on this year's Season 18 of "The Bachelor." She was eliminated on Week 4 after being turned down for a kiss by bachelor Juan Pablo Galavis. She is a composer and former broadcasting/journalism student at Grand...
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HopCat 6th Anniversary Oil Rigger
John Gonzalez of MLive and Amy Sherman of the Great American Brew Trail got a chance to meet up with Garry Boyd of HopCat to preview the 6th Anniversary Party and the limited edition release of Oil Rigger Russian Imperial Stout. The release party begins at noon Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014. A crack…
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Gonzo Show: Paul Starr I'm a Beer Hound
On today's "Going Gonzo Show," John Gonzalez of MLive talks to Paul Starr of I'm a Beer Hound. They run down some upcoming beer events, including the Art & Craft BeerFest (Jan. 31, Feb. 1) in Lansing, and Beer and Bacon (Jan. 27 & 28) in Mason and Jackson. John also talks about the 6th…
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Peter and the Starcatcher Jan. 22
John Gonzalez of MLive talked to Megan Stern (Molly) and Luke Smith (Smee) of "Peter and the Starcatcher" on Jan. 22, 2014. The production is in Michigan for shows Jan. 22-26 at the Wharton Center in East Lansing. More on the show at...
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