What's with the Pineapple?

A podcast about what’s happening in Michigan’s hospitality industry delivered directly through your speakers brought to you by the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association.

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Ep. 57 - We're Going to Netflix

Posted May 8, 202600:56:28

Salad stuffed into a baguette is apparently the hottest thing in food right now, Mackinac Island's ferry system is under attack, and a proposed $4 billion...

Ep. 56 - Living Like Gypsy (Distillery)

Posted April 22, 202600:47:50

Today's episode opens somewhere more somber than usual. Justin and Emily take a moment to honor John McNamara — friend, colleague, and the record-holder...

Ep. 55 - Take a Bite Out of Nationals

Posted March 23, 202600:51:14

What's with the Pineapple is making history this episode — first ever remote segment (Justin's phoning it in from Traverse City, literally) and Emily's...

Ep. 54 - Taking Hospitality to New Heights

Posted February 27, 202601:02:26

Pete Beukema literally flies planes and wants Michigan's hospitality industry to reach similar altitudes. The new MRLA Chairman talks Brady Bunch-style...

Ep. 53 - Give the Gift of Travel

Posted December 23, 202500:42:53

It's a Christmas miracle – another episode before year's end, thanks to producer Joe getting married and leaving Emily to discover he makes them sound...