Best Cyrus Mason Podcasts (2026)

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Poison Whiskey in the Ozarks: The Mountain Home Mystery 7:20

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6M ago7:20

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Tonight, we head into the hills of northern Arkansas, to the quiet town of Mountain Home—where, in the summer of 1899, something strange and deadly poured from a jug of shine.This is the story of a backwoods poisoning, a tangle of rumors, and the mystery that still hangs over the hollers of Baxter County.…

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The Great Moonshine Conspiracy Trial of 1935 8:04

6M ago8:04

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Today’s story takes us to Franklin County, Virginia. A quiet, wooded stretch of the Blue Ridge Mountains. But in 1935, it became the unlikely stage for one of the biggest liquor trials in U.S. history. They called it The Great Moonshine Conspiracy Trial—and when it was over, the government had arrested dozens of people, including sheriffs, lawyers,…

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Execution of Clyde Arwood– Whiskey, Murder, and Federal Justice 8:04

6M ago8:04

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In this gripping episode of Moonshine Lore & Legend, we uncover the chilling true story of Clyde Arwood—a Tennessee moonshiner whose fatal confrontation with a federal agent led to one of the most controversial executions in American moonshine history. It’s a tale of backwoods whiskey, deep mistrust of authority, and a killing that raised questions…

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Uncle Pete’s Monogram Whiskey: The Moonshiner of Priest Lake 5:47

6M ago5:47

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Uncle Pete’s Monogram Whiskey: The Moonshiner of Priest Lake In this premiere episode of Moonshine Lore & Legend, we head deep into the backwoods of northern Idaho for the curious tale of Uncle Pete—a quiet man with a hidden still, a loaded shotgun, and a taste for monogrammed jars.

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Simple Rum Wash-Raspberry Mead-ABV Society 1:34:41

1y ago1:34:41

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Cyrus and Zack make a simple Rum wash and a raspberry Mead. Watch the podcast every Thursday night on the Still'n The Clear YouTube channel. Join our Moonshine For Beginners group if you're looking for a great place to hang out and chat with other moonshiners.

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What equipment do I need to make moonshine 14:33

3y ago14:33

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In this episode, I discuss the equipment and tools you will need to get started in home distilling. FREE Guide "How to choose the still that's right for you" "DIY on-the-grain Fermenter"

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Understanding yeast for better ferments 9:15

3+ y ago9:15

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In this episode, I go over the 3 variables that are important to watch in order to maintain a health environment for your yeast. I also announce the creation of a unique online learning platform for home distillers called Moonshiners Academy. If you're interested in helping us choose the direction of the academy and would like to give your input on…

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Interview with Wayne Ferriera 18:21

3+ y ago18:21

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Today I'm talking with my buddy Wayne Ferriera. Wayne is an admin in the 'Moonshine For Beginners' group on MeWe and is also owner of our sister group 'Moonshine: Intermediate to Advanced'. Wayne is champion of the moonshiner community. He is always willing to share his knowledge and experience with others wanting to learn. Buy a raffle ticket to w…

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Top 4 tips if you want to become a moonshiner 9:06

3+ y ago9:06

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I've helped a lot of folks become moonshiners and I've noticed a few simple things that will really help you get that first batch of shine made. TRIPLE SCALE HYDROMETER Top Vevor Still https://amzn.to/3O8uw7T Come join our Moonshine For Beginners Space on Volley Come be a part of our Moonshine For Beginners group at MeWe.com "The Beginners Guide to…

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The MYTH About Methanol 9:13

3+ y ago9:13

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Can you go blind from moonshine? Will the methanol in moonshine kill you? Can you remove methanol from moonshine? Let's talk about the truth. Inthis episode, I am going to leave out the superstitions around methanol.

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How PPG helps you build recipes 12:44

4y ago12:44

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In this episode, I go over PPG or Points per Pound per Gallon, what is it, why it's useful, and how to use it. Check out the Typical PPG Chart Check out our brand new Volley space Moonshine For Beginner's Join our Moonshine For Beginners group on MeWe

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Women Of Moonshine History 8:09

4y ago8:09

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For Women's history month, I thought we would do an episode about the women outlaws of moonshines history. Women bootleggers were a much more common thing than most people realize and I found many legends around the female moonshiner. SIt back and listen. I think you'll find it interesting. Sign up for The Mash Still'n The Clear YouTube Channel…

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The Easy All-Grain Beginner Mash Recipe 26:54

4y ago26:54

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The Easy Beginners All-Grain Mash recipe is a base-level recipe designed to help the beginner take the step from sugar mash to All grain Mash. There are so many things to learn in home distilling that it’s best to take small steps. This is my attempt to help new moonshiners take a small step. Let me know what you think. Check out our awesome commun…

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The Bootlegger Origins of NASCAR 9:24

4+ y ago9:24

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Another brief history in the realm of moonshine. This week I talk about the origins of NASCAR and how they tie directly to moonshine and specifically bootleggers. Check out our https://stilln-the-clear.captivate.fm/youtube (YouTube Channel) How to https://stillntheclear.com/support/ (support the Podcast) The totally AWESOME https://stillntheclear.c…

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Understanding Diastatic Power and Degree Linter 12:09

4+ y ago12:09

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Understanding diastatic power is an important step to understanding the all grain mash and creating your own all grain mash recipes. In this episode, I go over what diastatic power is, how it's measured and How this knowledge benefits us as home distillers. Remember to check out the links below for other great stuff. How to https://stillntheclear.c…

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A Simple Intermediate Corn Mash Recipe 11:15

4+ y ago11:15

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In this episode, I walk you through the super simple intermediate-level corn mash recipe that uses powdered amylase to convert starches in the corn into fermentable sugars. This is the natural next step in the home-distillation journey from sugar wash recipes to true mash recipes. Alpha-Amylase https://amzn.to/3yPSEE5 (https://amzn.to/3yPSEE5) Gluc…

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Why Do We Mash Grains 6:26

4+ y ago6:26

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This episode begins a series of episodes dedicated to the mashing process and the conversion of starches into sugar. How to https://stillntheclear.com/support/ (support the Podcast) The totally AWESOME https://stillntheclear.com/product/stilln-the-clear-vintage-cotton-twill-cap/ (STill'n The Clear vintage cap) Leave us a review at https://www.podch…

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The Proofing Parrot 9:36

4+ y ago9:36

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In this video, I talk about the proofing parrot. What does a proofing parrot do? What are the pros and cons of using a proofing parrot? When to use a proofing parrot? How to make a proofing parrot? Where to buy a proofing parrot? Watch my YouTube tutorial on https://youtu.be/n8PZhiXEgTU (how to make a copper-proofing parrot.) Watch the https://www.…

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How To Make Invert Sugar 10:27

4+ y ago10:27

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Let's talk about invert sugar or inverted sugar. What is it? Why does it help fermentation? And, How to make it? How to https://stillntheclear.com/support/ (support the Podcast) The totally AWESOME https://stillntheclear.com/product/stilln-the-clear-vintage-cotton-twill-cap/ (STill'n The Clear vintage cap) Leave us a review at https://www.podchaser…

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The American Whiskey Rebellion 13:10

4+ y ago13:10

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Today I change things up a bit and talk a little moonshine history. The Whiskey Rebellion of 1793 is one of the great American moonshine stories from a time in our past when people stood up for what they believed in. How to https://stillntheclear.com/support/ (support the Podcast) Leave us a review at https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/stilln-the-c…

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Making Cuts and Blending Moonshine 15:15

4+ y ago15:15

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Learning to make cuts and blending the final product when making your own moonshine can seem tricky to the beginner, but in this episode of Still'n The Clear, I lay it all out with a simple straightforward method to take out all the mystery. How to https://stillntheclear.com/support/ (support the Podcast) Leave us a review at https://www.podchaser.…

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Specific gravity for home distilling 9:33

4+ y ago9:33

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This Episode is a beginner's primer for how and why we use specific gravity in home distillation. The saccharometer is one of the best tools for the home distiller and it may seem complicated at first glance, but it is easy to use and extremely helpful for troubleshooting problems and making sure things are going smoothly during the fermentation pr…

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Ph adjustment 12:48

4+ y ago12:48

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The next step after learning all the critical parts of making your own moonshine at home is to start improving your process. One very simple and effective thing to do is adjust the ph level of your mash to make it most favorable for the yeast. In this episode, I tell you the simplest method I've learned to do this. I also make a recommendation for …

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Making a Keg Still w/Tom Kat 30:57

4+ y ago30:57

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This week Tom Kat joins us to discuss his keg to still conversion build. How he did it, what he learned, and what he might have done differently. Making a still from a keg is a great option. Keg stills are like the tanks of the still world. They're durable and dependable. We also wrote a step-by-step blog post with pictures. https://stillntheclear.…

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Interview w/Jayson Barker From Mile Hi Distilling 53:26

4+ y ago53:26

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Jayson and I talk a little about the Mile Hi Distilling origin story, what he does at Mile Hi, and we highlight the still that I believe is one of there best products for the beginning moonshiner. Check it out here: https://milehidistilling.com/product/8-gallon-with-copper-2-inch-diameter-dual-purpose-pro/ (8 Gallon w/ copper 2" diameter duel purpo…

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Moonshine Fermentation w/ Brandon Rose 28:22

5y ago28:22

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This is a great interview with Brandon Rose, an experienced home-distiller. I searched out the most commonly asked questions about fermentation on Google and Brandon gives us his experience on each. Brandon is one of the very helpful experienced members of our MeWe group Moonshine For Beginners. So, come join us and say hi. Subscribe to https://sti…

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Basics: How To Run A Pot Still 17:55

5y ago17:55

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Subscribe to https://stillntheclear.com/newsletter/ (The Mash), a FREE bi-weekly newsletter with all kinds of awesome moonshine related stuff. Join our MeWe group https://mewe.com/join/moonshineforbeginners (Moonshine For Beginners) https://stillntheclear.com/2021/03/28/making-cuts-for-beginners/ (Cut Chart for Beginners) You made a sugar mash for …

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Super Simple Beginner Mash Recipe 10:03

5y ago10:03

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Walking you through the mashing process for the https://offgridmaker.com/moonshine-resources/how-to-make-the-smoothest-mash-recipe-for-moonshine/ (Super Simple Beginner recipe from Offgridmaker.com) Here we walk through a 10-gal batch size but in the article at offgridmaker.com, there's a chart that gives you the measurements for batch sizes from 5…

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Basic equipment needed for home distillation 13:56

5y ago13:56

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Let's go over the basic equipment needed to start your journey in home distilling. There are all kinds of cool gadgets, gear, and toys that you'll want as you get going, but you really only need a couple of items to start making your own moonshine at home. This week's Shiner Speak: Hydrometer https://amzn.to/2NUqNB3 (Fermenters) on Amazon. https://…

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Show concept & Distilling Basics 13:18

5y ago13:18

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In episode one, I talk about what I plan for the podcast to be. I also talk about what exactly moonshine is and a little bit about some moonshine mythology. Also included is the very basics of moonshine. This week's Shiner Speak: What's the difference between mash and wash. Subscribe to https://stillntheclear.com/newsletter/ (The Mash), a FREE bi-w…

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Trailer: Still'n The Clear 1:11

5y ago1:11

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And so, I begin the journey of sharing my passion for home-distilling. Join me as I talk about all things DIY Distillation. Every week I'll publish a new episode about some part of home distilling. Making your own moonshine is fun and satisfying. So, subscribe to this podcast and look forward to tutorial episodes, interviews, recipes, and product r…