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Episode 155: Kurant Cider (or Punch of the Ginger) Nov 30, 2018

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We venture out of our comfort zone in this first ever episode devoted entirely to cider. Joined by Co-Owner and Head Cidermaker, Joe Getz, we set up shop at Kurant Cider in Philadelphia. It was an amazing learning experience for all of us as we talked about the cider making process, history, and of course the story and goings-on of Kurant. Dan reported on some news, including companies getting on on these “high times”. In Happy Fun Time, Wayne hosted an all cider edition of Libation or Fabrication. Steph kept the educational theme going with an edition of Know Your…Cider. Plus, we sampled an array of Kurant’s offerings – including a very special tasting in this episode’s edition of Last Call (available only to patrons.)

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Episode 154: PA Dutch Brewers Festival Nov 16, 2018

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First off, STEPH IS BACK! Our crew is complete once again as we hit up the First Annual Pennsylvania Dutch Brewers Fest at the Reading Liederkranz German Club in our hometown. This unique beer fest featured home brews from three area homebrew clubs: Bruclear Homebrew Club, Berks Homebrew Club and Lancaster Brewers – alongside commercial beers from area breweries. There was live music and awesome German food as locals sampled the craft of the regions finest home brewers and professionals alike. We chatted with members of the various clubs, as well as some of the commercial breweries on hand, and more. The weather was just right, not too cold but still felt like autumn was in the air, for this awesome event that we hope to return to in the future.

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Episode 153: Evil Genius Beer (or Numbers of the Alphabet) Nov 02, 2018

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You knew it was only a matter of time before we came back to Evil Genius to get our podcast on. The impetus for our visit to the fine establishment in the Fishtown neighborhood of Philly this time was to discuss the brewery’s commitment to sustainability and use of 100% wind power through Inspire. Once we got that covered, and without Steph to keep us in line, we pretty much just had an awesome hang with Evil Genius owner and longtime friend of Beer Busters, Trevor Hayward. Joining us for a bit in the middle was brewery General Manager Garrett Williams. We drank a bit too much and bounced from random topic to goofy reference to dirty joke. Good times. Also in this episode, a phone interview with Brendan Sindell, CEO of House Beer in Venice Beach, CA. House Beer has “One Beer, Done Right,” a premium crafted lager. In Happy Fun Time, Wayne proctored a quiz on the environmental impact of beer – a relatively no-nonsense topic that still managed to turn into a cavalcade of shenanigans. Though Steph had to unfortunately sit out this episode (she’ll be back next time – we promise), the four of us dunces tried to stumble our way through a Know Your Beers segment all about hop lingo. Plus, beer. Obvs.

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Episode 152: Suburban Brewing (or From the Waist Down) Oct 19, 2018

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Suburban Brewing is a young brewery – open only about eight months – in the small town of Honey Brook, PA. We sat down with co-founders Eric Yost, a long-time chef and restauranteur, and Corey Ross, brewmaster and home brew shop proprietor, to chat about the paths that led them to opening a brewery, the ups and downs of brewing on a small scale, the local community, and more. Also in this episode, a phone interview with Anchor Brewmaster Scott Ungermann, in which we discussed their new Frog Breaker IPA, their annual Christmas Ale, and the long history of the brewery. Unfortunately, Steph was unable to join us for this episode , but we persevered! No news segment or Know Your Beers this time around, but in Happy Fun Time, Wayne hosted a round of Band or Beer. All while sipping on some fine Suburban brews.

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Episode 151: The Millworks (or Not a Fan of Secrets) Oct 05, 2018

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We again made the trek to our state’s capital to hit up the Millworks, part restaurant, part art gallery/studio, and – most importantly – part brewery, in Midtown Harrisburg. Brewer Jeff Musselman joined us to discuss exciting upcoming plans and events (including expansion to a second location), the story behind the brewery and amazing beers, and more. In the news, Dan reported on a new beer from IHOP, er, IHOB, Bud Light rewarding a long-awaited sports victory in Cleveland, and a recent change in New Jersey law that severely restricts the operation of small breweries (learn more and sign a petition here). Wayne presented a rousing bout of Weird in My Beer in Happy Fun Time, and Steph gushed about German Pils in Know Your Beers. Don’t forget to check out our Patreon to get access to Last Call, a bonus patrons-only segment; in this edition we cracked open a very special bottle Jeff found in a dark corner of the brewery.

Episode 150: Mad Chef Craft Brewing (or Pantalones Parte Dos) Sep 22, 2018

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Fore our mini-milestone 150th episode we returned to Mad Chef Craft Brewing in East Petersburg, PA and brought along an entourage of our patrons. Returning to the podcast were co-owners Francisco Ramirez and Greg Kendig, and making their debut were brewer Sean Raney and manager Tom Shuler. Over samples of every single beer on tap (that’s 15, if you’re keeping score), we chatted about Mad Chef’s recent accolades, expansion plans, and much more. Dan reported on Dogfish Head’s new sour series, a $5 craft beer at a football stadium (!), and the last Blockbuster store releasing its own beer. Wayne hosted another edition of Brewery or Forgery (with entries provided by our patron, James Lamberg). And, in Know Your Beers, Steph discussed brewing with chocolate.

Episode 149: Ship Bottom Brewery & Yuengling (or No Tilde) Sep 07, 2018

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Our podcast took a trip down the shore for Labor Day weekend to stop in at Ship Bottom Brewery in Beach Haven, NJ. Robert Zarko, returning to the podcast after appearing at the AC Beer and Music Fest this year, sat down with Head Brewer Jake Stablein to chat about the trials and triumphs of this (almost) beach front operation. Plus, an interview with one of the next generation of Yuenglings at America’s oldest brewery, Jen Yuengling. We discussed Yuengling’s newest year-round beer in 17 years, Golden Pilsner, as well as many other exciting facets of an upcoming new chapter for a brand we and our families grew up with. This episode’s edition of Happy Fun Time gets back to basics with a round of Libation or Fabrication hosted by Wayne. Our brains also got a bit more wrinkly as Steph outlined the subtle differences between the Marzen and Oktoberfest styles (while we sampled Yuengling’s seasonal Oktoberfest). All of this and more over two full “wipeouts” of Ship Bottom brews.

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Episode 148: Workhorse Brewing (or 70,000 Square Feet) Aug 24, 2018

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This episode we paid a visit to the still-under-construction Workhorse Brewing in King of Prussia to chat with founder and owner Dan Hershberg. Dan is a man with big ideas and an ambitious plan for this rather enormous new brewery. The project is set to include a variety of amenities and events, a solid distribution plan, an eye toward future expansion, and is already pumping out quality beer – thanks to the hard work of award-winning brewer, Nate Olewine, formerly of Devil’s Backbone. We’ve rarely, if ever, been this excited about – and impressed with – an up and coming brewery. After hearing what Workhorse has in store, you’ll be just as stoked for its imminent opening. In the news, Dan reported on happenings in Constellation Brands, the official number of breweries in the US, and a punny cease and desist from everyone's favorite West Coast burger chain. Wayne hosted a round of Brewery or Forgery in Happy Fun Time, and Steph talked about wort aeration in Know Your Beers. All while we sampled Workhorse’s offerings (mostly from the fermenters), and some wine?! That’s a first.

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Episode 147: Urban Village Brewing (or Cinnamon Sticks) Aug 12, 2018

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Our traveling podcast of wonders finds itself at another Philly brewery this episode, Urban Village Brewing at Schmidt’s Plaza in Northern Liberties. Joining us are Owner and Head Brewer Dave Goldman and Assistant Brewer Christian Ruggeri. We talked about the brewery’s inception and build, canning, events, the food, inklings of future expansion, cinnamon stick advocacy, and much more. In the news, Dan reported on cannibis infused “beers” and some other stuff too. In Happy Fun Time Games, Wayne challenged the assembly to guess bizarre beer ingredients in another installment of There’s Weird in My Beer. For this episode’s Know Your Beers segment, Steph gave us the scoop on the Gose style. All powered by a veritable buffet of Urban Village brews.

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Episode 146: Root Down Brewing (or It's For the Children) Jul 27, 2018

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We kick it root down on this episode at Root Down Brewing in the burgeoning beer mecca of Phoenixville, PA, with co-owner and brewer Mike Hamara. In the awesome and impressively sized tap room, we discuss the brewery’s aesthetic, recent expansion of distribution into Philadelphia, various events hosted in the space, and much more. In the news, Dan reported on Constellation Brands’ acquisition of Four Corners Brewing, and beer delivery by text coming to Citizens Bank Park. We took a look at some cantankerous reviews of generally celebrated beers in a round of “Look What You Made Me Brew” for Happy Fun Time. And Steph talked about an up and coming new beer style – Brut IPA – in Know Your Beers. All of this socializing was more than adequately lubricated by several flights of Root Down’s impressive offerings.

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