Greetings From the Garden State is a show about the people who give New Jersey its identity.
Each week, host Mike Ham sits down with the musicians, chefs, founders, artists, athletes, community leaders, and local legends who make this state what it is. These aren’t surface-level interviews — they’re real conversations that get to the heart of who someone is and why their story matters.
From iconic spots you’ve known your whole life to hidden corners you’ve never heard of, the show explores the culture, creativity, history, and grit that define New Jersey. Every episode offers a fresh perspective on the voices shaping their towns, their industries, and the stories that deserve a bigger stage.
Whether you’ve lived here forever, recently arrived, or just love a good story rooted in a real place, Greetings From the Garden State gives you an honest, human look at the people who make New Jersey feel like home.
A podcast about creative entrepreneurs, leaders, and residents who shape the essence of New Jersey.
Mike Ham
As the creator and host of Greetings From the Garden State, Mike has spent the last several years traveling across New Jersey, giving listeners a front-row seat to the people, places, and stories that make this state one-of-a-kind.
What sets Mike apart is his style: authentic, curious, and rooted in real connection. Whether he’s sitting with a hometown icon, a small-business owner, an athlete, or a local legend, Mike brings out the human side of every story. His interviews feel less like media and more like pulling up a chair in the middle of the community.
Mike’s work has been featured in NJ Monthly, Jersey’s Best Magazine, and across New Jersey media outlets. He’s also appeared on programs like The NJ Morning Show and Your New Jersey, further cementing his role as a trusted voice for the state.
Beyond the mic, Mike is the founder of Radio Garden State, a 24/7 internet radio station dedicated to New Jersey creators, musicians, and storytellers — expanding his mission of amplifying local voices.
Through Greetings From the Garden State, Mike continues to highlight the depth, diversity, and personality of New Jersey while inviting listeners to rediscover the place they call home.
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