the four: Recent Episodes
the four
Hosted by Lauren Turner, Jamie Mankiewicz and Xavier Hershovitz, the four podcast brings you and your family coverage of stories that are important to you, including local features, hot topics and community events happening in and around northern Michigan.
It has been four months since a tornado touched down in Gaylord killing two people, injuring forty others and devastating countless homes and businesses.
In much of the time since, the Gaylord community has worked together to both rebuild and heal.
Dave Boughner and his family lived in Nottingham Forest Mobile Home Park. It was one of the hardest hit areas in the path of the tornado. He was home with his teenage son when that tornado moved in.
The bestselling book “Tuesdays with Morrie” is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a statewide state play tour.
The book, written by Michigan journalist and author Mitch Albom, follows the story of his weekly meetings with his former professor Morrie Schwartz as he was dying from ALS.
The play kicks off its statewide tour with performances at the City Opera House in Traverse City that run from August 10, 2022 to August 14, 2022.
Xavier Hershovitz sits down with Albom for this episode of the Four Podcast.
According to the National Center for Drug Abuse statistics, 9.5 million adults have both a substance abuse disorder and a mental illness. For those battling an addiction it can sometimes seem impossible to overcome. And for their families it is a tough battle to help a loved one through.
After 15 times in recovery, a Traverse City man started a podcast to help him cope with his new way of life.
On the latest Four Podcast, Jamie Mankiewicz and Xavier Hershovitz are giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the four's mental health special.
March is Women's History Month and on ‘the four’ we have shined a light on so many different women in northern Michigan making a difference.
Boyne City’s Lydia Krauss is already blazing a trail and she's not even out of high school yet.
In March 2022, she became Boyne City's first state champion wrestler.
Xavier Hershovitz sits down with Lydia, her parents and her coach.
March is National Reading Month, and on the latest Four Podcast Jamie Mankiewicz and Xavier Hershovitz are discussing all things reading.
Xavier Hershovitz sits down with Michael Schur, legendary TV writer, producer, co-creator of "Parks and Recreation" and creator of "The Good Place."
The two discuss Schur's recent book, "How to be Perfect."
It happens to all of us. We go into the New Year with big ideas and the best of intentions, but life gets in the way and we fall off track.
It is OK!
Out of those who make a New Year's Resolution (or intention as Shanthi & Xavier call them), about 8% keep them going all year and a whopping 80% have failed by the time February starts. Just because you fell off-- doesn't mean you can't start up again!
On this episode of the Four Podcast, Xavier Hershovitz sits down with entrepreneur turned actor Rob Gough.
Gough discusses winning his battle against cancer as a teenager, starring in a new movie alongside Bruce Willis, his record-setting $5.2 million purchase of a 1952 Mickey Mantle baseball card and going after your passions.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Lauren Turner, Jamie Mankiewicz and Xavier Hershovitz are sharing their New Year's Intentions.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Jamie Mankiewicz, Lauren Turner and Xavier Hershovitz are discussing holiday traditions.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, we get to know the four's new co-anchor Lauren Turner.
On the latest Four Podcast it's a farewell to co-anchor Melissa Smith.
Melissa shares where she's headed next. Melissa's last day on The Four is August 27.
On the latest Four Podcast, Melissa Smith, Jamie Mankiewicz and Xavier Hershovitz are sharing their favorite memories of past National Cherry Festivals.
On the latest Four Podcast, 9&10’s Xavier Hershovitz shares the story of one northern Michigan man whose life was saved twice thanks to health care heroes.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Melissa Smith, Jamie Thompson and Xavier Hershovitz are discussing Men's Health Month and the importance of annual health screenings for men.
Chef Hermann aired the last episode of his cooking show here on 9&10 News on Wednesday, June 2. But before he finished that last dish, he sat down with 9&10’s Xavier Hershovitz for the Four Podcast to look back, laugh and share his gratitude for Northern Michigan.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Jamie Mankiewicz, Xavier Hershovitz and Sarah Himes explore toxic positivity.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Melissa Smith, Jamie Thompson and Xavier Hershovitz are taking all things Earth Day and recycling.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Melissa Smith, Jamie Thompson and Xavier Hershovitz are talking about National Self-Check Month.
National Self-Check Month educates you on healthy habits for both your physical and mental health
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Melissa Smith, Jamie Thompson and Xavier Hershovitz discuss the 2021 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Michigan.
A virtual event for 2021, Melissa and Xavier will be taking part in the Polar Plunge for the first time.
With Christmas just days away, Jamie Thompson, Melissa Smith and Xavier Hershovitz discuss their family holiday traditions.
On the latest episode of the Four Podcast, Jamie Thompson and Melissa Smith welcome Xavier Hershovitz to the Four family as we get to know more about the Four's new reporter.
With the holiday season fast approaching, family is the subject of the latest episode of the Four Podcast.
The Four Podcast is back as Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson are sharing your stories of how you're staying busy and positive during the coronavirus pandemic.
On the latest episode of the Four Podcast, Michelle Dunaway is joined by author Denise Brennan-Nelson to discuss the 9&10 News Reading Recess program.
On the latest four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson are joined by Amber Herlein of OASIS Family Resource Center in Cadillac.
The four discuss the upcoming Second Chance Prom at the Wex in Cadillac on Saturday, March 7 from 7-11 p.m.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Melissa Smith are joined by Tara Rybicki and Erin Goldman of Love Body in Traverse City.
You can find out more about Love Body at www.lovebodywisdom.com.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson are joined by registered dietician Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson are discussing healthy New Year's resolutions with Munson Healthcare employee wellness coordinator Brittany Miller.
On the latest four podcast, Tim Gillen and Ruthy Kirwan of Terrapin Networks of Traverse City join Michelle Dunaway, Mellisa Smith and Jamie Thompson to discuss network safety and their podcast, Team Nerd Tech Show.
To learn more about Terrapin Networks and to listen their podcast, visit www.terrapin.tech/team-nerd-tech-show.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway is joined by Russ and Leslie Knopp from Comfort Keepers of Traverse City.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson discuss Giving Tuesday and their favorite charitable causes.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Melissa Smith, Jamie Thompson and Marissa Van Alst discuss holiday stress.
Michelle Dunaway also sits down with Grace Derocha, registered dietitian with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Jamie Thompson and Melissa Smith discuss women's self defense.
Melissa sits down with Lisa Sheldon, a self defense and Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor at Seung-ni Academy in Traverse City.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway is joined by Kim Rantala, development officer for Ronald McDonald House of Western Michigan.
On the latest four podcast, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson discuss the importance of getting your children outside and involved with nature.
Melissa also meets with Taryn Carew, education director and camp director for the Grand Traverse Conservation District.
On the latest four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson are joined by Kevin Essebaggers, Tom O'Hare and Joe Buczek to discuss the 9&10 News Homecoming week and the Sports Overtime Homecoming show.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway sits down with interior designer Shane Inman of The Inman Company to discuss how to find your style.
On the latest Four Podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson sit down with Dr. Michelle Morse from Life Skills Psychological Services of Cadillac to discuss therapy options.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson are joined by Greg Bosscher from Five Star Real Estate in Cadillac.
The four discuss the current state of the housing market in northern Michigan and tips for sellers and buyers.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson sit down with registered dietitian Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to discuss eating healthy.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson are joined by Norte executive director and founder Ty Schmidt to discuss Norte's exciting new ventures in northern Michigan.
On the latest four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson introduce us to Brighid Driscoll of the GTPulse.
On the latest four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson discuss Michelle's recent visit to Detroit.
Michelle spent time at Greenfield Village, Eastern Market, Topgolf and the Fowling Warehouse.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Jamie Thompson and Melissa Smith are joined by Dr. Beth Rzepka-Alto from Mackinaw Trail Pediatrics in Cadillac to discuss childhood obesity.
Michelle, Jamie and Melissa also discuss the upcoming third annual Family Field Day at the 9&10 News headquarters on Friday, Aug. 9 from 4-6 p.m.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson sit down with registered dietitian Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to discuss dieting.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson sit down with registered dietitian Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to discuss the health benefits of music and dancing.
On the latest four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson are joined by the four's associate producer Marissa Van Alst.
The three discuss careers and how Marissa, a recent Ferris State graduate, joined the Heritage Broadcasting family.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Jamie Thompson and Melissa Smith are joined by Evelyn Szpliet, Manager of Apprenticeships and Business Resource Networks for Northwest Michigan Works!
The four discuss how the Apprenticeship and Business Resource Network team ensures the success of employers and workers through the development of unique training, retention and workforce development programs.
For more information on the Apprenticeships and Business Resource Networks program, visit https://www.networksnorthwest.org/talent/apprenticeships-and-business-resource-networks-brns.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Melissa Smith and Jamie Thompson discuss why it's important to make your health a priority.
We also hear from Linda Durant, a licensed massage therapist and owner of The Holistic Spa in Gaylord.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway, Jamie Thompson and Melissa Smith are joined by Michele Bosscher, owner of Serendipity, a women's clothing store with locations in Cadillac and Big Rapids.
The four discuss fashion and Bosscher's role as an entrepreneur in northern Michigan.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson welcome the four's new co-anchor Melissa Smith.
Formally an anchor/reporter with 7&4 and a Traverse City resident, Melissa is excited and ready for her new adventure that will start this week.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson sit down with Pat Goggin, executive director of the United Way of Wexford - Missaukee Counties.
The three discuss the importance of volunteering and how you can get involved in your community.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson sit down with registered dietitian Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to discuss what you need to know about hormones.
Michelle and Jamie also talk about the importance of taking a vacation and take a look at the Barley, BBQ and Beats event happening Friday at the Wexford Civic Center in Cadillac.
On the latest episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson sit down with Registered Dietitian Grace Derocha from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to discuss what you need to know about fasting.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson discuss the importance of having a hobby.
Michelle and Jamie are also joined by fellow Heritage Broadcasting family members Chesney Davis and Allison Peters to discuss the four's new book club.
On this episode of the four podcast, hosts Michelle Dunaway and Jamie Thompson are joined by the four's technical director Michael Benson. The trio discuss Michael's career and the four as well as Easter traditions. Jamie and Michelle also let you know what's happening in and around northern Michigan.
On this episode of the four podcast, Michelle Dunaway introduces us to the nonprofit organization Be the Match, which for the past 30 years has managed the largest and most diverse marrow registry in the world. Michelle sits down with Mackenzie Ganzak from the Versit Blood Center to discuss what steps you can take to be placed on the registry and possibly save a life.
Michelle is also joined by Jamie Thompson to look at what's happening around northern Michigan and discuss the four's new book club.
On the debut episode of the four podcast, host Michelle Dunaway and executive producer Jamie Thompson discuss the history of 'the four' and what listeners can look forward to on future episodes of the podcast.