MI PEOPLE
MI PEOPLE is a laid-back podcast about the people doing cool things in Michigan—from business owners and Artists to local characters you just need to meet. Hosted by Mike Lamentola of Michigan Media House, it’s part conversation, part inspiration, and never boring. No forced hustle talk. No awkward small talk. Just real chats with real people doing real things around here.
Episodes
15 episodes
#015 | Discussing Grass Lake Times with Chris Kent – Grass Lake, MI
Chris Kent is a photographer and content creator passionate about capturing local sports and community stories. He's collaborating with Mike Lamentola to launch "Grass Lake Times," a platform dedicated to celebrating the athletes, events, and m...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 15
•
57:58
#014 | Travis Terns, Restaurant Manager and Thinker – Ann Arbor, MI
Travis Terns joins the MI PEOPLE Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation that blends philosophy, personal experience, and grounded Midwest perspective. Based in Ypsilanti and managing a restaurant in Ann Arbor, this episode moves beyond surface...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 2
•
2:27:31
#013 | Tony Lamentola, Cousin – Belleville, MI
Tony Lamentola joins Mike for the first episode of 2026, marking exactly one year since his last appearance on the MI People Podcast.Origin Story / BackstoryTony and Mike share a long history of podcasting together, a bond rooted in...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 1
•
2:20:34
#012 | Aaron Cole, App Developer & Entrepreneur – Grass Lake, MI
Aaron Cole is an entrepreneur and app developer from Grass Lake, Michigan. He recently launched "Together," a hyper-local gig economy app that connects neighbors with neighbors for tasks and services.Aaron's journey began during a two-mo...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 12
•
21:40
#011 | Chuck and Brenda Marshall with Life in Michigan
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 11 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️ This week, Mike sits down with Chuck and Brenda Marshall—retired U of M pros turned creators of Life in Michigan, a blog-turned-local institution highlighting Michigan’s be...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 11
•
1:56:14
#010 | Andy Beningo Michigan Comedian
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 10 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️ This week, Mike catches up with Michigan comedian Andy Beningo, a seasoned stand-up with over 3,500 performances under his belt—including cruise ships, theaters, and appear...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 10
•
1:12:10
#009 | Stelios Stylianou founder of the Down River News Network
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 9 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️ This week, Mike catches up with Stelios Stylianou, founder of the Down River News Network. Stelios shares how his passion for filmmaking, music, and community storytelling led him to...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 9
•
1:59:37
#008 | Eze Enriquez Owner of Eze Creative - Saline, MI
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 8 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️In this episode, Mike sits down with Eze Enriquez—creative entrepreneur, visual storyteller, and founder of Eze Creative. Eze shares his journey from early creative endeavors to establ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 8
•
2:51:39
.png)
#007 | Brent Wyant Realtor Grass Lake, MI
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 7 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️In this episode, Mike sits down with Blake Wyant, a Grass Lake local, real estate dynamo, and former restaurant industry veteran. Blake shares his fascinating journey—from flipping burg...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 7
•
1:31:12
#006 | Marla Moore Owner of The Ann Arbor Music Academy in Ann Arbor, MI
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 6 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️This episode is extra special because Mike sits down with Marla Moore, the owner of Ann Arbor Music Academy—and also his amazingly talented wife. Marla share...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 6
•
1:32:30
#005 | Weston Barnes Founder of MR. MOCKS Hammocks in Chelsea, MI
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 5 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️In this episode, Mike sits down with Weston Barnes, owner of Mr. MOCKS, a Michigan-based company making high-quality hammocks, bug nets, and outdoor gear. Weston shares th...
•
1:09:16
#004 | Chad Houghton Owner of UGQ Outdoor in Jackson, MI
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 4 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️This week, Mike sits down with Chad Houghton, owner of UGQ Outdoor, a Jackson, Michigan-based company crafting some of the best outdoor gear on the market. From backpacker...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 4
•
1:28:43
#003 | Steve Caro Owner of Great Lakes Yurt Co in Grass Lake Michigan
In this episode, Mike sits down with Steve Caro, the owner of Great Lakes Yurt Co., a Grass Lake-based business crafting and shipping handcrafted yurts across the country. Steve shares how a simple carpentry project turned into a ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 3
•
1:20:17
#002 | Clint Laster Owner of Flawless Auto Finish in Livonia Michigan
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 2 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️This week, Mike catches up with Clint Laster, owner of Flawless Auto Finish in Livonia, Michigan. From his early days in the auto body industry to becoming a business owner and fitn...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 2
•
1:21:13
#001 | Tony Lamentola, Cousin - Taylor, MI
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1 of the MI PEOPLE Podcast! 🎙️We’re kicking things off with a bang as Mike sits down with his cousin and creative soulmate, Tony Lamentola from Taylor, Michigan. From playing in bands to creating comic books and...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 1
•
1:29:21