Episode Details

March 7, 2026 ~ Host Ed Clemente spotlights two voices shaping Michigan’s growing craft beverage economy— Kasey Wierzba, executive winemaker and general manager at Shady Lane Cellars, and Spencer Nevins, president of the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association. Together, they paint a vivid picture of a state where agricultural heritage, entrepreneurial drive, and regulatory innovation intersect. Wierzba shares how northern Michigan’s unique climate, lake‑effect growing conditions, and collaborative wine community have elevated the region into a nationally recognized cool‑climate producer. Nevins adds a statewide perspective, explaining how Michigan’s three‑tier distribution system, thriving network of craft producers, and strong public‑safety commitments power a diverse and dynamic marketplace. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.