Superman ice cream feels like a force of nature in Michigan. Food and Wine Magazine recently named it the most Michigan-y ice cream flavor. But is it from here?

GUESTS ON THIS EPISODE:
Lilly Kraai, Hudsonville Ice Cream
Mark Harvey, Archives of Michigan 

 

 

Superman ice cream feels like a force of nature in Michigan. Food and Wine Magazine recently named it <a href="https://www.foodandwine.com/50-states-ice-cream-flavors-11974346">the most Michigan-y ice cream flavor</a>. But is it from here?
GUESTS ON THIS EPISODE:
<ul>
<li>Lilly Kraai, Hudsonville Ice Cream</li>
<li>Mark Harvey, Archives of Michigan&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Ever wondered why we call ourselves &ldquo;Michiganders&rdquo;? Or why we say &ldquo;pop&rdquo; instead of &ldquo;soda&rdquo;? Or, seriously, how many people need to be rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes every year? That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re bringing you a new podcast - On Hand - to answer all your questions about what makes our state so special.
To share a story or submit your questions, head to <a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand">michiganpublic.org/onhand</a>
If you like what you hear on the pod, consider <a href="https://michiganpublic.org/podfund">supporting our work</a>: michiganpublic.org/podfund

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Is Superman ice cream from Michigan?

From Superman in southeast Michigan to a Jersey Mud sundae in the Upper Peninsula, Michiganders know how to enjoy a scoop.

GUESTS ON THIS EPISODE:
Mary Jean Raab, Washtenaw Dairy
Nate and Nova Wilson
Dale Iverson

Want to submit a story or a question to On Hand? Do it here!

From Superman in southeast Michigan to a Jersey Mud sundae in the Upper Peninsula, Michiganders know how to enjoy a scoop.
GUESTS ON THIS EPISODE:
<ul>
<li>Mary Jean Raab, Washtenaw Dairy</li>
<li>Nate and Nova Wilson</li>
<li>Dale Iverson</li>
</ul>
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Your Stories: The most Michigan-y ice cream

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Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org

We're looking for:

1) Pasty stories! Is there a recipe that you grew up making, and still love to share? Or maybe you successfully completed the Keweenaw pasty trail, and lived to tell the tale?

2) Keweenaw Peninsula stories! Maybe you have an annual camping spot up there that has the absolute best views. Or maybe you’ve weathered the winter up there, and have a story of survival to share?

Submit your stories and questions to On Hand!
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand/2025-08-14/submit-your-questions">Online Submission Form</a></li>
<li>Call us: 734-764-7840</li>
<li>Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org</li>
</ul>
We're looking for:
1) Pasty stories! Is there a recipe that you grew up making, and still love to share? Or maybe you successfully completed the Keweenaw pasty trail, and lived to tell the tale?
2) Keweenaw Peninsula stories! Maybe you have an annual camping spot up there that has the absolute best views. Or maybe you&rsquo;ve weathered the winter up there, and have a story of survival to share?

We need your stories for an upcoming episode!

A couple from Muskegon, who started dating in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, shared the story behind the special rocks that became a symbol of their love. 

GUESTS: 

Maggie and Ben Reinhard

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Online Submission Form
Call us: 734-764-7840
Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org

A couple from Muskegon, who started dating in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, shared the story behind the special rocks that became a symbol of their love.&nbsp;
GUESTS:&nbsp;
Maggie and Ben Reinhard
Want to submit a question to On Hand? Do it here:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.michiganpublic.org/podcast/on-hand/2025-08-14/submit-your-questions">Online Submission Form</a></li>
<li>Call us: 734-764-7840</li>
<li>Email us: onhand@michiganpublic.org</li>
</ul>

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