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Tales of Northern Michigan's Past is a bi-weekly podcast that explores the rich history with host Christopher Struble, President of the Hemingway Society and history enthusiast. These stories are all about the Northern Michigan region, starting with the Petoskey area and branching off into other areas. Music: Moments by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Follow on Facebook for updates on the podcast! https://www.facebook.com/Tales-of-Northern-Michigans-Past-100283372263569

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Important Update About Tales of Northern Michigan's Past

2025/10/21

Here is an update about the future of Tales of Northern Michigan's Past, from Austin Stokel, Chris Struble's Producer.

S5 E9: Mark and Sue Bevins and the Thunder Bay Inn Part 3

2025/10/01

Chris is back and joined by Mark and Sue Bevins in the final part of their conversation about the Thunder Bay Inn, and the classic film Anatomy of a Murder, which took place in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

S5 E8: Mark and Sue Bevins and The Thunder Bay Inn Part 2

2025/09/12

This is Part 2 of Chris's conversation with mark and Sue Bevins, and The Thunder bay Inn.

S5 E7: Mark and Sue Bevins and the Thunder Bay Inn

2025/08/29

In Chris's latest adventures, he is joined by the owners of the Thunder Bay Inn near Marquette, and its history and tied to the Auto Industry and Henry Ford, and the famous 1959 classic film Anatomy of a Murder. This is part 1 of their conversation.

S5 E6: Jim Gillespie and Blissfest Part 3

2025/08/01

Here is the 3rd and final part of Chris's conversation with Jim Gillespie and Blissfest. Chris is also joined by Producer Austin for a rare appearance!

S5 E4: Jim Gillespie and Blissfest Part. 2

2025/07/18

Chris returns with part 2 of their conversation with Jim Gillespie and Blissfest, the famous July weekend music festival in Northern Michigan.

S5 E3: Jim Gillespie and Blissfest

2025/07/04

Chris was able to catch up with his good friend and founder of the famous Northern Michigan Music Festival Blissfest! Here is part 1 of their conversation.

S5 E2: Tyler DuBord and the House of Ludington Part 2

2025/06/09

This is part 2 of Chris Struble's conversation with Tyler DuBord, manager of the House of Ludington in Escanaba.

S5 E1: Tyler DuBord and The House of Ludington

2025/05/23

Season 5 is officially here! Chris kicks off the season with a visit to the House of Ludington in Escanaba, and with it he has a wonderful conversation with Tyler DuBord, the manager at The House of Ludington. This is part 1 of their conversation.

S4 E7: Kenny Olson Pt. 2

2025/01/10

Chris returns with Part 2 of his conversation with Kenny Olson, guitarist for Kid Rock of Ten Years and lifelong friend to Chris.

S4 E6: Kenny Olson Pt. 1

2025/01/10

Happy New Year! Chris is joined by his long time friend Kenny Olson, guitarist for a famous band called Kid Rock. This is part 1 of their conversation together!

S4 E5: The Community of Idlewild, Part 2

2024/10/29

This is Part 2 of Chris Struble's conversation with John Cohassey on Idlewild, the Affluent African American Summer Enclave.

S4 E4: The Community of Idlewild: An Affluent African American Summer Enclave

2024/09/04

Welcome back to Tales of Northern Michigan's Past! In this Episode Chris sits down with his long time friend and historian John Cohassey, who delves into the community of Idlewild, an African American Summer Resort for Affluent African Americans, that hosted musicians from the early jazz era all the way through to Motown. This will be Part 1 of their conversation.

S4 E3: Lakeside Chat with Valerie Hemingway Part 3

2024/06/21

Chris continues his conversation with Valerie Hemingway in the final part of their lakeside chat. They discuss her time with Ernest Hemingway as his secretary, confidant, and eventual daughter in law.

S4 E2: Lakeside Chat with Valerie Hemingway Part 2

2024/06/11

Chris continues his lakeside chat with Valerie Hemingway, former secretary, confidant, and daughter-in-law to the famed Ernest Hemingway, as they dive into more about his time in Cuba and his book, A Moveable Feast.

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★★★★★

Joan Gold 2025/10/22

Heartbroken about Chris’ passing

I’m so sad to learn of Christopher’s passing. My sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends. Chris was a wonderful person.

★★★★★

MCP49454 2025/07/20

Great Topics

Great topics that cover a variety of eras.

★★★★☆

WayneHills 2025/10/05

Good but…

Good. But, as is always true case, as soon as someone says “I’m not political correct”, something dumb is called. They didn’t disappear.

★★★★★

gdbbxy!!/&37 2022/10/16

Interesting

Favorite podcast, wish there was longer epidsodes.

★★★★★

North Mich 2022/07/21

Show

Thank you for your show.

★★★★★

ted233 2021/07/09

Amazing story telling and production quality.

This podcast is a hidden gem. I discovered it when I was the visiting the area, and even though my time in Michigan has ended, I’ll continue to listen...

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