SEASON 9
Discover the cool people places and things that make Michigan a great place to be with the Emmy award-winning PBS television series. Come along with host Tom Daldin as he explores so many great things about Michigan you will need roller skates to keep up with him! It’s all about real Michigan people and the real Michigan success stories! There’s a ton of positive energy and information packed and every program!
SEASON 9, EPISODE 8
A Brand New Season
Off Season Spectacular
On this episode of UTR it’s our first ever “Off Season Spectacular” where we show you why sitting around and waiting for summer – is silly. We’ll take you to a gargantuan garden, a musical museum and a place populated by penguins. Heck … we’ll even show you how to properly prepare a pretzel. So, get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan’s off-season a great time to travel….and we’re joined by Pure Michigan’s Master of the Mitten – Dave Lorenz
SEASON 9, EPISODE 7
Do-Gooders
All Over The Place
Hold onto your hearts, cause it’s time for our first ever UTR Do-gooder Special, where we revisit some of our favorite philanthropists. We’ll show you a league that’s a miracle, people that make reading a reality and a basket full of food for hungry kids. We’ll even show you why Fido truly is man’s best friend. Get ready to meet some of the fine folks who make Michigan a great place to be a good deed doer.
SEASON 9, EPISODE 6
Mr. Toad's Wild Ride
Upper Peninsula
On this awesome episode of UTR we’re back in the UP with more cool stuff for you to see and do. We’ll chow at a Steinhaus you’ll wish was your house. Embark on the Eben Ice Caves and show you a snowmobiler’s paradise. We’ll even snowshoe the trails at Tahquamenon. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan’s UP a great winter place to be.
SEASON 9, EPISODE 5
Day at the Museums
Museum Best Of
On this special edition of UTR we share some of our favorite museum memories! First we’ll visit Dabl’s African Bead Museum in Detroit for a bounty of beautiful beads, then on to Grand Rapids for the Gerald Ford Presidential Museum and Library followed by some TV Magic at Marshall’s American Museum of Magic, a trip through the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and a visit with some classic cars at Stahl’s Auto Museum in Chesterfield.
SEASON 9, EPISODE 4
Detroit, Again?
Detroit
On this episode of UTR we’re back in Detroit cuz there’ lots more MoTown to be found. We’ll go indoors to see Michigan’s great outdoors, fishin with some chips and show you a classic new ‘old’ place to stay. Then it’s kids gettin saved by the bell and livin it up in your lederhosen. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Detroit a great place to be.
SEASON 9, EPISODE 3
The Weather Outside
Is Frightful
Christmas Extravaganza 2
Hold onto your sleigh bells and boughs of holly cuz here comes another UTR Christmas special. We’ll cut down our own tree, see one that sings and find out where Rudolph romps. Then we meet a real holiday nut and take you to a Christmas super store. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to pick out your presents.
Are the Holidays something you hold in high regard? Well I ho, ho, hope so, because here comes another one of our UTR Christmas specials. I even remembered the eggnog … (tom smells it) What’s in this stuff anyway?
That’s right … Get ready for some mirth and merriment as we show you more great ways to celebrate Christmas in Michigan. Just ask Kris Cringle … when it comes to this time of year … UTR knows how to spread good cheer.
So, if you’ve been a good boy or girl, grab a gob a good will and get ready – cuz we’re bout to get Xmas up in here.
SEASON 9, EPISODE 2
Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti
Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti
On this episode of UTR we’re back in the Ann Arbor Area with more cool stuff for you to consider. We’ll show you a hot museum, taste some Korean cuisine and build furniture for a fresh start. We’ll also meet a family that baked a new life and an artist who works right under your feet. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be.
SEASON 9, EPISODE 1
TCB with some
TLC in TC
Traverse City
On this episode of UTR we’re back with more reasons why Traverse City is one of Michigan’s go to towns. We’ll show you where pirates putt, a rare bird of a brewpub and a Chateau you’ll wanna share. Then it’s out for a movie (outside that is) and a person who helps animals heal. Get ready to explore the cool people, places and things that make TC a great place to be.