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The Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Getting Lost on Purpose: Events Across MichiganTravel writer and backroads expert Ron Rademacher joins The Steve Gruber Show to share his favorite upcoming events around Michigan. From quirky festivals to hidden gems in small towns, Ron highlights why the best adventures are often found off the beaten path.
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The Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Getting Lost on Purpose: Events Across MichiganTravel writer and backroads expert Ron Rademacher joins The Steve Gruber Show to share his favorite upcoming events around Michigan. From quirky festivals to hidden gems in small towns, Ron highlights why the best adventures are often found off the beaten path. Visit MichiganBackRoads.com to find your next destination2025-08-0607 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan's Road Trips Of The WeekSteve Gruber welcomes Michigan’s favorite backroad explorer, Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, speaker, and master storyteller, for another lively segment of “Around Michigan.” From hidden gems to small-town charm, Ron shares the latest destinations and unforgettable adventures across the Great Lakes State… all from the guy who proudly holds the record for getting lost on Michigan’s backroads.
2025-07-3107 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan's Road Trips Of The WeekSteve Gruber welcomes Michigan’s favorite backroad explorer, Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, speaker, and master storyteller, for another lively segment of “Around Michigan.” From hidden gems to small-town charm, Ron shares the latest destinations and unforgettable adventures across the Great Lakes State… all from the guy who proudly holds the record for getting lost on Michigan’s backroads.2025-07-3107 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Back Roads & Hidden Gems: Ron Rademacher's Guide to Michigan’s Best-Kept SecretsSteve Gruber shares the mic with Ron Rademacher — travel writer, author, storyteller, and the undisputed king of getting lost on Michigan’s back roads. From quirky festivals to hidden small-town gems, they take listeners on a scenic tour of all the unique happenings around the state. It’s a fun, off-the-beaten-path conversation full of charm, local flavor, and pure Michigan adventure.2025-07-2307 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | The Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateScot Bertram is joined by Ron Rademacher—travel writer, author, speaker, storyteller, and self-proclaimed expert in getting lost on Michigan’s back roads—for a lively conversation about hidden gems, off-the-beaten-path adventures, and the unique charm of small-town Michigan. Rademacher shares stories from his travels and offers tips for discovering the state in a whole new way. MichiganBackRoads.com2025-07-0907 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | The Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. www.MichiganBackRoads.com Around Michigan2025-07-0207 min
Michigan Back RoadsThe Shack Retreat GetawayIntroduction to The Shack Christian Retreat and Conference Center in White Cloud, Michigan. A description of the tranquil wooded grounds, lake and amenities along with nearby attractions.Support the show2025-06-2702 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Visit www.MichiganBackRoads.com Around Michigan.2025-06-2607 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-06-1807 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Back Roads Update Continued...Ron Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy,Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-06-1802 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. MichiganBackRoads.com Around Michigan.2025-06-1108 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | The Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy,Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-06-0407 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Continued...Ron Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-06-0402 minMichigan Back RoadsGrosse Ile Day TripA day trip to the "down river" hidden treasure of Grosse Ile.Support the show2025-05-3106 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy,Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-05-2807 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Continued...Ron Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy,Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-05-2802 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy,Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-05-2107 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | The Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-05-1407 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | The Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-05-0707 minThe Steve Gruber ShowRon Rademacher | The Michigan Back Roads Weekly UpdateRon Rademacher is a Travel Writer, Author, Speaker, Story Teller, and a Guy, Who Holds The Record For Getting Lost On The Back Roads Of Michigan. Around Michigan.2025-04-3007 minMichigan Back RoadsDexter MichiganA day trip to Dexter, Michigan.Support the show2025-03-0106 min
Michigan Back RoadsBelgian Dance Organ AmaryllisThe Belgian Dance Organ, Amaryllis is the crown jewel of the Music Museum in Williamsburg, Michigan.Support the show2025-01-3103 minMichigan Back RoadsTyrone Sunken GardenA day trip to the enigmatic Tyrone Sunken Garden near Fenton, Michigan.Support the show2024-12-2906 minMichigan Back RoadsHistoric IdlewildA brief description of the first free black community in Michigan.Support the show2024-11-2902 minMichigan Back RoadsPuddingstone Rock ShopA brief tour of the Puddingstone Rock Shop on Drummond Island, Michigan.Support the show2024-09-2906 minMichigan Back RoadsBaynes Apple ValleyA day trip to Baynes Apple Valley in Freeland, Michigan.Support the show2024-08-2904 minMichigan Back RoadsNahma GetawayA Michigan Back Roads getaway to a town you've probably never heard of.Support the show2024-07-3113 minMichigan Back RoadsGetaway to Naubinway the Top of the LakeA guide to the attractions near Naubinway, Michigan that includes beaches, lighthouses, nature areas, historic destinations and more in the upper peninsula of Michigan.Support the show2024-06-2809 minMichigan Back RoadsNaubinway Top of the Lake PreviewPreview of a day trip to Naubinway, Michigan2024-05-0700 minMichigan Back RoadsLewiston GetawayA getaway to Lewiston Michigan for outdoor fun, burgers and a little curling.Support the show2024-04-2908 minMichigan Back RoadsNahma Getaway PreviewPreview of a getaway to Nahma in the upper peninsula of Michigan.2024-03-3000 min
Stories of the SupernaturalMysterious Michigan | Interview with Ron Rademacher | PodcastWhich may explain the possibility that mariners made their way to North America thousands of years ago, to mine that copper for the ancient world. It's supposed that these seafarers were Egyptian, Phoenician, Chinese, or even Vikings.Host - M.P. PellicerSUPPORT VIA DONATIONBuy Me A Coffee - https://bit.ly/3SZFf6cMiami Ghost Chronicles: http://bit.ly/MiaGhostChronNightshade Diary: https://bit.ly/3WuER2zStories of the Supernatural: https://bit.ly/3td5sDXMY BOOKS:Amazon: https://amzn...2024-03-051h 27Michigan Back RoadsNewaygo Day TripA day trip to Newaygo Michigan featuring nature areas, trails, festivals, shops and history.Support the show2024-02-2914 minMichigan Back RoadsLewiston Getaway PreviewPreview of a getaway vacation to Lewiston, Michigan2024-02-0800 minMichigan Back RoadsNewaygo Day Trip PreviewPreview of upcoming day trip to Newaygo, Michigan2024-02-0600 minMichigan Back RoadsSouth Haven Day TripA day trip to South Haven, Michigan with descriptions of the beaches, trails, festivals, shops and a bit of history. Support the show2024-01-3116 minMichigan Back RoadsSouth Haven Day Trip - PreviewIntroduction of coming podcast for a Day Trip to South Haven, Michigan.2024-01-1101 minMichigan Back RoadsGay Bar - Helga ChroniclesAnother misadventure with Helga in Gay Michigan.Support the show2023-11-2505 min
Michigan Back RoadsHermit of Beaton CaveThe Hermit of Beaton Cave was a real person, this is about a bit of his life.Support the show2023-10-2706 min
United Public Radio's showChurch Of Mabus Ron Rademacher - Michigan Mysteries - MacIntosh StoneChurch of Mabus: Ron Rademacher - Michigan Mysteries - MacIntosh Stone2023-08-121h 51Michigan Back RoadsHistoric Baldwin DowntownDay trip to downtown Baldwin Michigan.Support the show2023-07-2909 minMichigan Back RoadsInterlochenA day trip to Interlochen, Michigan.Support the show2023-06-0903 minMichigan Back Roads5 Easy Walking Trails with HelgaDay trips to five easy walking trails, each with some unique features. A couple of these trails include misadventures with Helga.Support the show2023-03-3028 min
Michigan Back RoadsPinnacle FallsRoad trip to Pinnacle Falls with Bob the Turtle.Support the show2023-02-2305 min
Stories of the SupernaturalMysterious Michigan | Interview with Ron Rademacher | PodcastRon is a working author with 6 books about travel on Michigan's backroads. He discusses the mystery of the MacIntosh Stone, which may explain the possibility that mariners made their way to North America thousands of years ago, to mine that copper for the ancient world. It's supposed that these seafarers were Egyptian, Phoenician, Chinese, or even Vikings. Host - M.P. PellicerSUPPORT VIA DONATIONBuy Me A Coffee - https://bit.ly/3SZFf6cMiami Ghost Chronicles: http://bit.ly/MiaGhostChronNightshade Diary: https://bit.ly/3WuER2z2023-02-141h 27Michigan Back RoadsTwo Story OuthouseShort story about the last two story outhouse in Michigan, it's history, design, and location.Support the show2023-01-1903 min
Michigan Back RoadsCardiff GiantA petrified giant was discovered in the 1860s. The story was a sensation and part of it leads to Southeast Michigan.Support the show2022-11-0305 min
Typical Skeptic PodcastCopper Mystery, The Macintosh Stone, Alternative Ancient History - Ron Rademacher of michiganbackroads.comRon Rademacher is a researcher of mysteries that prove that our ancient civilizations
were much more in touch with each other. Before the founding of the "new world" by columbus
people were coming to North America (possibly Phoenicians and Vikings) and were trading.
Ron is the main researcher and editor of michiganbackroads.com and he provides excellent evidence
for some interesting things that could have happened in our past
For more typical skeptic podcast interviews go to:
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...2022-09-2859 minMichigan Back RoadsSturgeon Point - Helga ChroniclesA visit to the Sturgeon Point Lighthouse and the Jonah and the Whale controversy with Helga.Support the show2022-05-0803 minMichigan Back RoadsLignum VitaeBack story of the remarkable rare wood that make the production of electricity in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan possible.Support the show2022-04-2903 min
Lacy & BrandonBest of Fri 4/8/22Pink Floyd drops new a new single to support Ukraine, Ron Rademacher takes us down Michigan's back roads & Rep. Jim Haadsma talks about the latest issues in state government2022-04-0852 minMichigan Back RoadsShrine of the PinesThe Shrine of the Pines is a rustic furniture museum in Baldwin, Michigan. It houses the largest collection of white pine rustic furniture in the world.Support the show2022-03-2202 minMichigan Back RoadsKaleva Bottle HouseThe legendary house made of 60,000 bottles in Kaleva, Michigan Support the show2022-02-1402 minMichigan Back RoadsEben Ice CavesA day trip to the Eben Ice Caves in the upper peninsula of Michigan.Support the show2022-01-1603 minMichigan Back RoadsTomb of the CowA day trip to the grave of Colantha Walker the Wonder Cow.Support the show2021-10-2702 minMichigan Back RoadsLost Mansion TrailDescription of a trail near South Haven Michigan where a mansion was lost to a Lake Michigan storm.Support the show2021-10-0303 minMichigan Back RoadsBeaver IslandA bit of history and a few attractions on Beaver Island.Support the show2021-07-3003 minMichigan Back RoadsGravity Mystery - OddityA place near Frankfort, Michigan where gravity seems to have gone haywire.Support the show2021-07-0602 minMichigan Back RoadsMonarch Butterfly MigrationThousands of Monarch Butterflies migrate from the upper peninsula of Michigan to the mountains of Mexico every year.Support the show2021-06-1503 minMichigan Back RoadsGreat Corset Crisis - Helga ChroniclesHow the Great Corset Crisis saved an old growth forest.Support the show2021-04-2708 minMichigan Back RoadsOddity at Thunder BayA description of the unexplained discs uncovered near Alpena, Michigan.Support the show2021-04-0803 minMichigan Back RoadsBear CaveA description of Bear Cave in Buchanan Michigan.Support the show2021-03-1803 minMichigan Back RoadsPestilence HouseLocation and history of the last Pestilence House in Michigan.Support the show2021-02-2304 min
SWMedia Presents: Ron Schaefer's PodcastCollectables, episode 5, Rademacher's HillA kindly old man keeps the neighbors happy, but has a somber secret.2021-02-1912 minMichigan Back RoadsPhantom Town of White RockForgotten history of White Rock MichiganSupport the show2021-01-2003 minMichigan Back RoadsWreck of the Schooner EllinwoodShipwreck of the Schooner Ellinwood and the strange aftermath.Support the show2021-01-1303 min
The Other Side of MidnightMeet The Macintosh Stone…. Why Should We Care?Show Page: https://www.theothersideofmidnight.com/20200216_rademacher/ Ok, here’s part of the puzzle of the “Macintosh Stone” …. One day in the mid-80’s, a mineral collector in northern Michigan named Charlie Macintosh was working a cliff about 50 feet above Lake Superior; as usual, he put the good stones he dug out of the dirt in a bag and, once back home, began giving them a much-needed cleaning, before he began polishing …. Then, he stopped. One of the smaller stones … about the width of two dimes — like a million others Charlie had picked up all the years before — was different– It was covered in tiny...2020-12-2856 minMichigan Back RoadsThe Two TowersHistory and story about the two towers in the Irish Hills of MichiganSupport the show2020-12-0803 minMichigan Back RoadsMichigan's Boot Hill Cemetery - Manistique GetawayThe story of the town of Seney, Boot Hill Cemetery and some of the characters buried there.Support the show2020-11-2403 minMichigan Back RoadsManistique Boardwalk GetawayA day trip with two lighthouses, a sunset stroll on the boardwalk and an amazing burger in between.Support the show2020-11-1005 minMichigan Back RoadsSault Mystery 4The final installment where the conspiracy is revealed.Support the show2020-10-2904 minMichigan Back RoadsSault Mystery 3More explorations and evidence about the conspiracy and the apparent environmental disaster affecting the Great Lakes.Support the show2020-10-1403 minMichigan Back RoadsLaughing Whitefish FallsA day trip to laughing whitefish waterfall in the upper peninsula of Michigan with a couple of side trips.Support the show2020-08-2704 min
3 Beards PodcastEP 37 Ron Rademacher Michigan mysteries: Macintosh Stone and hieroglyphics, paranormal researchSupport the show2020-08-271h 10Michigan Back RoadsKitch iti kipi and FayetteA day trip from Manistique to Kitch iti Kipi and Fayette.Support the show2020-08-1904 minMichigan Back RoadsHaywire Grade TrailA day trip to the Haywire Grade Trail at Manistique, MichiganSupport the show2020-07-2303 minMichigan Back RoadsSault Mystery 2Bob the Turtle journeys to Voyageur Island and learns more about the environmental crisis on the Great LakesSupport the show2020-06-2305 minMichigan Back RoadsLewis Farm and Petting ZooAn introduction to Jeffrey the Camel and the Lewis Farm and Petting Zoo for outdoor family fun.Support the show2020-06-1103 minMichigan Back RoadsNelson Canyon Gorge and Bob the TurtleOur adventure to the Nelson Canyon Waterfall by Phil Stagg along with Bob the TurtleSupport the show2020-05-2608 min
Michigan Back RoadsSault Mystery 1First episode where Bob the Turtle discovers the environmental disaster unfolding on the Great Lakes. The disaster is covered in a new Jack Handler Mystery by Michael Carrier.Support the show2020-05-1205 minMichigan Back RoadsYooper MathematicsA story from the lumber era in the upper peninsula of Michigan.Support the show2020-04-2804 min
Michigan Back RoadsAnderson & Girls FarmA day trip to the Anderson and Girls Farm in Stanton, Michigan. Enjoy the fresh fruits, vegetables, pies and fritters. Visit the goats, kangaroos and camels.Support the show2020-04-1504 minMichigan Back RoadsLady Godiva in MichiganStory of the odd event that took place at the Mendon Country Inn.Support the show2020-03-2505 minMichigan Back RoadsHunting the Wild ChagaSearching for chaga mushrooms around frozen waterfalls.Support the show2020-03-1006 min
Michigan Back RoadsTumbles of TlapakDiscovery of the odd marker describing the Tumbles of Tlapak and Kcymaerxthaere at Big Bay MichiganSupport the show2020-02-2505 minMichigan Back RoadsOpera CarA story about the rare opera car at the White Pine Village in Ludington Michigan.Support the show2020-02-1803 min
OSOM First Hour2020/02/16 – Ron Rademacher – Meet the Macintosh Stone…. Why Should We Care?Show Page Fast links to Items: Richard – Ron Fast links to Bios: Ron Ok, here’s part of the puzzle of the “Macintosh Stone” …. One day in the mid-80’s, a mineral collector in northern Michigan named Charlie Macintosh was working a cliff about 50 feet above Lake Superior; as usual, he put the good stones he dug out of the dirt in a bag and, once back home, began giving them a much-needed cleaning, before he began polishing …. Then, he stopped. One of the smaller stones … about the width of two dimes — like a million others Charlie had picked up all the years before...2020-02-1556 minMichigan Back RoadsMother In Law BedOddities can be found all over Michigan, especially in small town museums. This one is in Allegan.Support the show2020-01-2804 minMichigan Back RoadsLavender Labyrinth - Helga ChroniclesA day trip to the Lavender Labyrinth and a Michigan Fish Boil. The labyrinth is located at the Cherry Point Farm in Shelby, MichiganSupport the show2020-01-1303 min
Night Dreams Talk Radio With Gary AndersonGUEST Ron Rademacher 10/2/2019Ron Rademacher is a author with 6 books about travel on the back roads of MichiganBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/night-dreams-talk-radio-with-gary-anderson--2788432/support.2019-10-032h 32Night Dreams Talk Radio With Gary AndersonGUEST Ron Rademacher 10/2/2019Ron Rademacher is a author with 6 books about travel on the back roads of MichiganBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/night-dreams-talk-radio-with-gary-anderson--2788432/support.2019-10-032h 32
Behind the Paranormal w/ Paul & Ben EnoShow #810: September 15, 2019 - 'The MacIntosh Stone' with Ron RademacherPaul & Ben welcome Michigan-based author and researcher Ron Rademacher to discuss the mysterious origins, meaning and bizarre implications of the MacIntosh Stone, and other Michigan mysteries. See the video of this show at http://www.onworldwide.com/index.php/video-archive2019-09-1655 min
Night-Light RadioHistories Mysteries with Katherine Chiljan and Ron Rademacher still unsolvedTwo leading hidden history researchers join us tonight. Ron Rademacher and Katherine Chiljan are our esteemed guests. Ron will be discussing the enigmatic MacIntosh Stone. This small stone was found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is covered with mysterious pictographs. Do they represent a previously unknown Native writing system, or are they symbols from ancient transatlantic voyagers? Katherine is our second hour guest and will be discussing, on Shakespeare's birthday, evidence that we have been attributing the world's most revered canon to the wrong person. Some of this misleading information is found in the suspicious "First Folio." We will touch on...2019-04-241h 58Histories Mysteries with Katherine Chiljan and Ron Rademacher still unsolvedTwo leading hidden history researchers join us tonight. Ron Rademacher and Katherine Chiljan are our esteemed guests. Ron will be discussing the enigmatic MacIntosh Stone. This small stone was found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is covered with mysterious pictographs. Do they represent a previously unknown Native writing system, or are they symbols from ancient transatlantic voyagers? Katherine is our second hour guest and will be discussing, on Shakespeare's birthday, evidence that we have been attributing the world's most revered canon to the wrong person. Some of this misleading information is found in the suspicious "First Folio." We will touch on...2019-04-241h 58