Season 12
12 episodes · 2021
1Holiday Helper Special
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!
2S.E. Michigan Adventure
On this episode of UTR, we’re back in the most populated part of our great state. We’ll board an actual mail boat, sing for savory sauce, and taste some tradition that’s oven-baked. Then we storm Michigan’s classic castle of comedy and hit a creative nook for kid’s books. Get ready to explore the cool people, places, and things that make Southeast Michigan my kind of place.
4US12 - Road Trip
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.
6Grand Rapids/Traverse City
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.
7Date Night
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.
8Great Lakes Bay Region/Frankenmuth
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.
9Destination Downriver
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!
10Saginaw County
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.
11Small Business Michigan
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 plug-in, and Muskegon for a delicious dinner on the deck. Get ready to explore Michigan's cool people, places, and things in an excellent electric.
12Isle Royale
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.