Best Brandon E. Gaylor Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 47: Boil, Baby, Boil! 33:26

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3+ y ago33:26

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We talk about a unique consequence from the February '22 winter storm in Austin, and that leads us into a unique departure from our usual topic! Oh, the scandal! Watch a short film from our recent Chicago trip here: https://youtu.be/2K3wnYiyCUY--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 46: Boozy Heat, Hazy Hoppage 28:39

3+ y ago28:39

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The New Year is slowly unraveling, but craft beer industry stories are coming in hot and heavy! We talk about the latest news developments. Plus, you'll never believe what Chicago brewery we found on Austin grocery shelves!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 45: Baa Baa and Bad Tweets 36:30

3+ y ago36:30

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When it comes to craft beer, call us Huey Lewis, because we have the news! We cover some notable happenings in the scene before catching up on a lot of the beers consumed in the past couple of months. Happy New Year!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 44: Good News, Good Brews 23:50

3+ y ago23:50

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This time we talk about a beer you can find pretty much everywhere(and it is a hazy), and there is actually some interesting industry news to discuss. Dive into it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 43: Dog Days and Mind Haze 30:44

4y ago30:44

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The craft beer world feels a little stagnant as far as news goes! This must be the Dog Days of summer! Remember that Two Brothers beer? Regardless, we still have plenty to talk about, including two brewery visits!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 42: Bars and Gardens...Gardens and Bars! 25:54

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There's actually a brief bit of news to discuss this week before we wax about a local bar specializing in Belgian beers. Then, find out what the acronym ABGB stands for!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 41: Live on Location! 31:50

4y ago31:50

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The podcast is truly moving up in the world. Listen as we discuss a totally unrelated beer and then reveal the brewery we are actually at.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 40: Hoppy Anniversary 38:58

4y ago38:58

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It would be an expectation to celebrate at 50 episodes, but who knows when we will get there? Instead, let's celebrate with a whole bunch of beer talk, and even a brief discussion on the new documentary film "Brewmance"!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 39: A Tale of Two Patios 27:35

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For this episode, we jump right into recent beer adventures and save the news talk for the end. Should we switch it up more often?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 38: Is This Thing Still On? 24:41

4+ y ago24:41

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Been gone awhile, but the show now rolls on! This one is a bit abbreviated, but the recipe remains the same.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 37: Dank You So Much 50:01

5y ago50:01

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As always, we've got the news bits that are juicier than a hyped IPA! And it's all about the hops in this week's tasting discussion. We earn the episode title and sample some coincidental citrus India Pale Ales. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 36: The Malties Falcon 35:19

5y ago35:19

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Some big news drops at the start of the record, saving an otherwise uneventful news week. We then sample a couple of beers with decidedly more malty profiles; an appropriate distinction considering the cooling fall nights. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 35: Taming the Tastebuds 30:52

5y ago30:52

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What hop best defines you as a person? We discuss hop identification and trying to train those pesky tastebuds. Also, has our run of successes in the tasting notes segment come to a halt? Pour yourself a cold one and smash the play button! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 34: Consistency You Shouldn't Count On 39:06

5y ago39:06

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This week coffee meets beer, but not in the way one would expect. A slow news week means more room for talking about recent tastings, and fortunately there have been plenty of those. Have we found another IPA to add to the regular rotation? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 33: Reminiscing and Retro Themes 27:02

5y ago27:02

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We try not to mention the pandemic as we reflect on happier beer seasons. After the latest in hot brewery gossip, we discuss a beer by a brewery making recent headlines(and this episode is no exception)! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 32: It's A Two-Fer 39:48

5y ago39:48

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There's some optimistic new beer news to share this week before we focus on one of Texas' more established breweries in our staple sippin' segment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 31: Hobbies on Hiatus 34:29

5y ago34:29

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In this episode we are talking about how Surly really stepped in it as well as other news tidbits. Did we finally get around to sampling an Octoberfest beer this week? Tune in to find out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 30: Too Hot For Beer? 41:56

5y ago41:56

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We mix it up this episode by talking about a new beer release right away! We then get into some mostly optimistic beer news while sipping on a craft beer staple. Do we prattle on way too long? We'll never say... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 29: Coming Clean 29:55

5y ago29:55

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There's a controversy at the top of the show! We also sip on an unexpected selection after covering some coronavirus-skewed craft beer headlines. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 28: Essential Oils Indeed! 42:09

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We ramble about canning for way too long in this episode. We then cover some brewery developments before taking a dank ride with a Tupps Brewing ale. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 27: Bitter and Extra Special 50:57

5y ago50:57

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We touch on new developments from Allagash Brewing and discuss some industry news. We then pour out a couple cans from two Texas craft breweries. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 26: Community Service 28:14

5y ago28:14

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We discuss our first tastes of some regional Texas beers and highlight some notable news stories in the craft beer world. Also check out The Mutated Strain, an experimental narrative podcast out now on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Anchor.fm --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Bonus: The Mutated Strain 9:50

5y ago9:50

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Here is a preview/shameless plug of the new experimental narrative podcast The Mutated Strain. Find it on Spotify and Anchor.fm. Other p-cast platforms coming soon! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 25: Feelings 34:22

5y ago34:22

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The title says it all. For this episode, we deviate from the usual focus to discuss the current state of things in the era of the coronavirus pandemic. Feel free to jump to the next if you're thirsty for beer talk! Support the podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 24: Beer Therapy 36:07

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We catch up on some overdue homework, talk the beer economy and explore two recent selections from the local beer shop. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 23: New Beer 'Research' 33:15

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We get controversial(gasp) in the first segment of the episode. We then venture out on a sampling of the newer(or, new to us) beers that have hit the market recently. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 22: Crazy Catch-Up 29:56

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After a long hiatus, we're back to talk beer! We share belated thoughts on the Ballast Point sale and sample an IPA from Indiana. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 21: Boulders and the Rocky Craft Beer Road 21:42

6y ago21:42

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We discuss Boulder Beer flipping the biz script. We also chronicle some job search struggles and examine the state of the craft beer union.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 20: From China To Michigan 18:07

6y ago18:07

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Today's topics prove that craft beer is officially taking over the world. We discuss how the recently imposed tariffs might affect the industry, and cover some interesting developments coming out of the Michigan beer scene.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support…

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Episode 19: Dogfish Head Does the Unthinkable 26:49

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We try to bring some objectivity to the crazy, unexpected recent merger news coming from the Delaware brewery.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 18: Gateway Beers and Buckling Down 25:19

6+ y ago25:19

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In this episode we talk about the concept of 'gateway beers.' There's also a slapdash history lesson about National Beer Day, and we got our hands on a can of Buckledown's latest IIPA.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 17: It's All Gotta Be O-ffi-cial 31:50

6+ y ago31:50

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We braved the elements to taste Rice IPAs and make the overdue journey to Old Irving Brewing Company in Chicago. We then discuss Bells Brewery's new take on the hazy IPA.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 16: What Are Zion Curtains? 26:30

6+ y ago26:30

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After a trip to Sundance, we explore a too-brief introduction to the Utah craft beer scene and discuss the state's strict liquor laws.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 15: You Down With TTB? 16:50

6+ y ago16:50

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In this very special educational episode, we explore the 'partial' government shutdown's effects on the beer world.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 14: Craft Beer Abundance 8:37

6+ y ago8:37

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In a shorter-than-usual episode, we make way for a malty, hoppy, delicious 2019 by commenting on some of the Brewers Association 2018 stats. What was your first beer of the new year?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 13: Seven Beers and a Movie 30:08

6+ y ago30:08

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In this episode we celebrate a recent New Beer Thursday and a case of serious serendipity. Then, fresh off a screening, we review the new documentary "Brewmaster."--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 12: Agenda TBD 36:01

6+ y ago36:01

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In this holiday-casual episode, we rehash the recent round of Black Friday imbibing. We also briefly discuss the incomparable Loral hop and a 'drinkthrough' of a local watering hole taplist.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 11: Cooper & Hooper, or How I Learned to Love the Milwaukee Beer Scene 35:38

6+ y ago35:38

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Things get historical as we discuss coopering and past beer trends. Plus, we recap a recent trip to the Brew City itself, Milwaukee.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 10: Heroes and Bulldogs 31:41

7y ago31:41

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In this episode we sip on a delicious double dry-hopper from Revolution Brewing, and reflect on a recent first visit to Chicago-area chain Bulldog Ale House.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 9: AB-InBev Didn't Win the War; YOU Lost 22:07

7y ago22:07

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This episode is part rant, part commentary on the state of the craft beer industry. So much speculation and blame happening, it's almost as bad as the stock market!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 8: Half Acre Beer Co.'s Far & Away 47:28

7y ago47:28

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In this episode we dive into a full recap of the first-ever Half Acre Invitational, Far & Away. The event took place in Chicago, IL on October 13, 2018.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 7: Woodstock Ale Fest and Infinite Galaxies 41:38

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In this episode we expound on our visit to the 5th annual Woodstock Ale Fest. We also acknowledge a local beer gem and give the Galaxy hop its due.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 6: A Craft Beer Primer 39:52

7y ago39:52

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In this episode, the podcast caters to newbies with the Let's Sip Craft Beer Primer. Then, it's time for a first sip of Melvin Brewing, new to the Chicago market.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 5: Beer Festivals and Tropical Ghosts 40:46

7y ago40:46

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It's beer festival season, so let's discuss the GABF medals(for Illinois and Chicago) and Beerhoptacular. We then feature a big, hazy IPA from Forbidden Root.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 4: Hemp Beer and Why #DrinkLocal Matters 20:02

7y ago20:02

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On this episode, we discuss the new 'hemp beer' from Sweetwater, beer seasons, and the importance of the uptick in local beer interest.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 3: Hazy Tastes and Unsolicited Opinions 22:09

7y ago22:09

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In this episode, we discuss beer coding, and using beer reviews to make purchasing decisions. We also talk new hazy releases from a couple of West Coast breweries.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 2: Conventions, Misconceptions, and Beer Trends 27:15

7y ago27:15

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We discuss the differences between brewpubs and taprooms, one of the biggest current beer trends and a few breweries who are always worthy of a pint purchase.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support

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Episode 1: Paper Umbrella and Canning Concerns 22:57

7y ago22:57

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On Episode One of Let's Sip, we review Goose Island's new Tropical IPA Paper Umbrella. We also discuss Boston Beer Co.'s canning headaches and showcase some recent solid beer releases.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/LetsSipPodcast/support