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Matt Dursum

(He/Him)
Michigan
As seen in: Condé Nast Traveler, SPIN, Viator, InsideHook, Traverse, Northern Michigan's Magazine, Epic Gardening Blog, Northern Express Michigan
Covers:  Travel, food, surf, gardening, foraging, horticulture, business, environment, cooking, wine, beer, spirits, Japanese culture, Japan tourism, South American tourism, agriculture, music
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Matt Dursum’s Biography

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Welcome! I'm a writer based in northern Michigan. I've been published in dozens of magazines and blogs, such as Conde Nast Traveler, SPIN, and Viator.

I also write b2b and b2c content for companies in various industries. I am an expert at SEO and interviewing.

Matt Dursum’s Journalist Portfolio

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From Dictatorships To Stadiums, The Origins Of Argentina’s Rock Nacional

From Dictatorships To Stadiums, The Origins Of Argentina’s Rock Nacional

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The Magic of Carnival Porteño

The Magic of Carnival Porteño

A year of preparation comes to a head each February, when neighborhood song and dance troupes take to the str…

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How to Start a Victory Garden in 9 Easy Steps

How to Start a Victory Garden in 9 Easy Steps

Victory gardens helped take the pressure off the food supply chain during war times. They also made everyday …

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A Beginner’s Guide to Buenos Aires’ Parrillas (and Which Ones To Visit)

A Beginner’s Guide to Buenos Aires’ Parrillas (and Which Ones To Visit)

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How Argentina is Taking on the World of Craft Gin

How Argentina is Taking on the World of Craft Gin

From Patagonia to the Andes Mountains, a look at the gin makers and botanicals that make Argentine gin special

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What a Farm Can Be: A Family's Vision for Ethical Farming

What a Farm Can Be: A Family's Vision for Ethical Farming

In Northern Michigan's countryside, Up North Heritage Farm embodies sustainable farming, connecting consumers…

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Not In Any Sense

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By Stephen Tuttle, Sara Bagley, Matt Dursum
| Northern Express Michigan Verified
By Stephen Tuttle | July 25, 2026 “This is a Christian nation. This is a Christian state.” That’s what Texas State Representative Brent Money posted on his social media platform back at the end of May. Rep. Money is a little weak on his history. This debate as to whether or not we are a Christian nation should have ended a very long time ago.
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Old-Fashioned Blueberries

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By Sara Bagley, Matt Dursum, Rachel Pasche
| Northern Express Michigan Verified
July 25, 2026 It’s a festival double header in the Cadillac area this weekend! First up, journey back in time at the Marion Old Fashion Days, as the town honors its heritage with parades, a cross-country 5K and 2M race, tons of local food and retail vendors, plus live music and family-friendly activities. The celebration runs July 31-Aug. 2; see all the details by searching “Marion Old Fashion Days” on Facebook.
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Brady’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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By Sara Bagley, Matt Dursum, Rachel Pasche
| Northern Express Michigan Verified
TASTEMAKER July 25, 2026 Look, we love a good, old-fashioned hamburger, and we appreciate the fact that the vast majority of restaurants in town have a burger option on the menu. But we’re also big believers that it should be just as easy to find a fried chicken sandwich—ideally one with as many customization options as are typically available with a burger. Fortunately, Brady’s Bar in Traverse City is in agreement with this notion.
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Everyone can have a shot at capturing images and telling stories. Now, more than ever, journalists have to pursue the truth.

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To tell stories that matter. To tell the truth and connect people to events, places, and each other. To pursue honesty at all costs.

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