Best Microbrews Podcasts (2025)

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The Importance of the Beer Culture Center 49:50

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The Beer Culture Center was founded by Liz Garabay, a long-time museum professional. When she sketched it out in 2013 she wanted it to be a place that would look at history and society through the lens of drinking. The idea came to life and has now presented hundreds exhibits and events around the country. It’s important and necessary work, one eve…

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Broken Controllers, No Man’s Sky Comeback & The Silk Song Struggle – New Dad Gaming Ep. 371 48:15

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Welcome to New Dad Gaming, the show where Trevor and Jeff prove that becoming a dad doesn’t mean game over. 🎮👨‍👧‍👦 This week, the dads dive into: Broken controllers & kid chaos – how one “dad-only” controller didn’t survive. No Man’s Sky resurgence – the dads revisit the galaxy, ship-building, and VR. Hard root beer & craft beer picks – Prairie Fai…

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Making the Long Drive for Fresh Hops: Offset Bier Focuses on Community and Flavor 41:22

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In Park City, Utah, Offset Bier is doing big things. In a state with laws that can make it tough to be a brewer, Conor Brown, the brewery founder, is doing what he can to bring fresh flavorful beer to the people all while creating a welcoming community space. He’s currently working to build out the brewery footprint, bringing in new equipment and a…

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Kids Back in School, Dads Back in Space: No Man’s Sky “Voyagers,” Kingdom Come 2 Hype & a Fortnite Confession | New Dad Gaming - Ep. 370 34:40

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Kids back in school, dads back in space. This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff swap school drop-off war stories, crack seasonal beers, dive into No Man’s Sky “Voyagers” (ship interiors! group missions! biomes!), pine for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and—dad confession—Trevor actually buys a Fortnite skin. If you’re a gaming parent balancing…

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Game Shows While Depressed 1:00:42

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Grief sneaks in when we least expect it. TV can become an issue in a relationship. And maybe game shows are only for people who’ve figured out how to fake joy. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s best accompanied by this week’s brew: Lion Tail Brewing Co.’s Mother Pucker All links found hereBy Pew Pew Audio

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Reassessing a Career in Brewing 39:31

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We’re at a curious point in American brewing. Some talented brewers are choosing to walk away from a career they have loved. It’s not a bad thing, just part of the evolution. This week Derek Gallanosa shares his journey. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Calling all hop heads! Dogfish Head…

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P is for Punk: A is for "....And Out Come the Wolves" 21:19

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Welcome to a new experimental podcast from Drew: P is for Punk. Each episode dives into the world of punk one album at a time, one letter at a time. For this pilot, we kick things off with the 1995 classic, …And Out Come the Wolves by Rancid. Drew explores the history behind the record, how it was received, and shares his own take on why it still m…

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Barrel pH1 Arrives at Off Color Brewing 46:07

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We’re talking about barrels, branding, and business with John Laffler of Off Color Brewing. This is insight from the Chicago brewer that you’re not going to want to miss. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Calling all hop heads! Dogfish Head’s 60 Minute IPA is a fantastically hoppy India Pa…

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Parenting as Shepherds, Not Engineers | Gaming Dads, Metal Detecting, & Elite Dangerous Adventures - Ep. 369 40:57

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Being a dad isn’t about engineering your kids’ every move—it’s about shepherding them through life’s adventures. In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into Dr. Russell Barkley’s powerful advice on parenting: guiding your kids like a shepherd instead of trying to engineer who they’ll become. The dads also share: 🎮 How their kids tr…

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Brewing Beer, Splitting Consoles, Roblox Controversy & Donkey Kong Bonanza – New Dad Gaming Ep. 368 46:20

27d ago46:20

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This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff cover the highs and lows of fatherhood and gaming life. From fan mail about homebrewing beer, to kids pitching in for a PS5, to the latest controversy with Roblox knockoffs, it’s another hilarious and heartfelt episode for gaming dads everywhere. Topics this week include: 🍺 Homebrewing adventures — is it…

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Meet Stew 32:48

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Rob and Drew finally decide it’s time to build a listener base—one person at a time. Drew vents about the overused phrase “love that for him,” while Rob mostly just stirs the pot. This week’s brew: Toppling Goliath’s Cyber Sue. Fair warning: the dogs in the background had some strong opinions too.

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What Brewing Historical Beers Tells Us About Modern Brewing 41:26

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For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Calling all hop heads! Dogfish Head’s 60 Minute IPA is a fantastically hoppy India Pale Ale that’s beautifully balanced thanks to their unique continual hopping method. Delivering a pungent hop flavor that isn’t crushingly bitter, 60 Minute is continually …

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Drinking Beer for a Good Cause 41:12

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Drinking Beer can do good for the world. Rick Lyke of Pints for Prostates is here to talk about his organization and the evolution of the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Calling all hop heads! Dogfish Head’s 60 Minute IPA is a fantastically hoppy India Pale Ale …

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Dehydrated in Burbank 46:36

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Rob and Drew return from their sunburnt, dehydrated adventure in Burbank. From the laughs at The Comedy Store to the magic of the WB tour, they unpack the trip and try to figure out why Drew never smiles when he’s actually having fun.

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Looking Forward to Fresh Hop Season 51:38

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San Diego has long been a den of craft beer ingenuity. On this episode I’m talking with Daniel Cady of TapRoom Brewery about his approach to hops in beer when it comes to staying interested as a brewer and keeping customers happy. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Calling all hop heads! Do…

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Party Dad IPAs, Grow-a-Garden Addiction & Roblox Rage - New Dad Gaming Ep. 367 33:30

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Dogs, digital gardens, and dopamine loops—oh my! In this jam-packed episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into: 🐶 Puppy problems and the very real debate: Do we get a dog or keep our freedom? 🍺 Dad beers of the week, including Party Dad IPA and an Irish red ale from Smithwick’s. 🌱 The Roblox takeover: Why Grow a Garden has kids (and poten…

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LA Drew 52:05

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This week, the dudes dive into Minnesota’s infamous Surly Laws after a recent trip across the border. Drew confronts his fear of skyrocketing Uber prices, and the guys hatch a plan for the rise of LA Drew. . This episode’s brew? A classy combo of 1792 Small Batch bourbon and some good ol’ mineral water—hydration and intoxication in perfect harmony.…

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MICROBREW: Black Friday - The Edmonton Tornado of 1987 41:39

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It's hard to believe that today, July 31 2025, marks 38 years since the devastating Edmonton tornado on July 31, 1987—often remembered as “Black Friday.” That day, a powerful F4 tornado tore through the city’s southeast, leaving a trail of destruction and heartbreak. It claimed 27 lives and injured hundreds more, becoming one of Canada’s deadliest …

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The Evolution of an India Pale Ale 1:04:21

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Beer recipes are always evolving. Recently, a group got together to faithfully rebrew a west coast IPA that happened to be the original version of Swami, the famed Pizza Port Brewing Beer. On this episode you’ll hear how it happened and how palates have evolved. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft B…

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Beernuts Productions: Mr. X 36:15

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Filmmaker gough from Beernuts Productions returns to the porch to chat about his latest short film, Mr. X. He and Drew dive into the art of sequels, what makes movies worth watching, and—because why not?—the wild world of NHL hockey. Download gough’s new film [Mr. X] here.By Pew Pew Audio

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Microbrews, One Piece Cards, and a Not-So-Lost Gaming Challenge – New Dad Gaming Ep. 366 32:27

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Summer vibes, card battles, and dad dilemmas collide! In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff pour a couple of beverages (from microbreweries and grocery store seltzers), reflect on their infamous “No New Games” challenge, and dive deep into the growing obsession with trading card games — specifically the One Piece TCG that's taking teen…

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Episode 70: The Astroworld Tragedy 1:24:18

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On November 5, 2021, Travis Scott's Astroworld Festival, named after Houston's beloved defunct theme park, turned into a nightmare. This episode explores the event's tragic unraveling, from the park's nostalgic past to Scott's "rage" concert culture, known for its chaotic energy and a history of crowd-related incidents. We detail the fateful day: e…

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Striving for Perfection in Beer 48:44

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This week it’s a wide-ranging conversation on the persuit of perfection when it comes to beer. Ryan McCay of Living Waters in Tennessee is here to share his journey and you’ll leave feeling inspired. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Sponsors Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Calling all hop heads! Dogfish Head’s 60 Minute IPA is a…

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D&D and Dads and Drones | New Dad Gaming Ep. 365 36:04

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To dungeons, to dragons, one family does tread, While another dad decides to the sky he will head. This week both dads drop back into VR, And Death Stranding was beaten, via hoof bike and car. #GamingDad #ParentingAndGaming #DeathStranding #Quest3 #FatherhoodPodcast #NewDadGaming #DadPoems #CraftBeer #GamingBacklog #PlayStation #MetaQuest #DadLife…

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Geoff Palmer 42:08

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From the East Coast to the heart of the Midwest, punk rock veteran Geoff Palmer sits down with Drew to talk songwriting, the Midwest punk scene, and why music still matters. They dive into the creative process, musical roots, and more. Geoff sips on Lakefront Brewery’s “Junk,” while Drew attempts to choke down the classic Pabst Blue Ribbon, America…

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The Life and Death of TRVE Brewing 48:29

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This week, we say goodbye to Trve Brewing, one of the great beer success stories of the early 2010s that captured headlines and fans thanks to it’s musical bent and welcoming approach. It closed both its original Denver location and its newer Asheville, NC location last week. Founder Nick Nunns joins the show to share the history, reasoning, and hi…

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Gaming Dad Corners, Switch Lite Joy & Death Stranding Returns | New Dad Gaming Ep. 364 46:11

2M ago46:11

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This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor shares his new dad gaming cubby setup, complete with a Switch Lite gifted by his nephews and an ingenious use of the Quest 3 as a giant PS4 screen. Jeff returns to Death Stranding to prep for its sequel, and the dads compare small cozy games vs. massive open-world grinds. Also discussed: A beautiful dad poem abou…

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Jurassic Worst 1:03:06

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Drew gives a spoiler filled review on Jurassic World Rebirth, the guys align a time limit to "or so", and a wrong address brings on a scary car ride. This week's drinks are Old Fitzgerald's 7 year BIB and 11 year.

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Episode 69: The Brothers Home 1:04:39

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In this gripping episode, we peel back the curtain on one of South Korea’s most controversial and haunting institutions: the Brothers Home orphanage. Once considered a haven for orphans and runaways in the 1970s and '80s, the truth that later emerged tells a chilling story of abuse, exploitation, and systemic cover-up. Through survivor testimonies,…

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Recipe Development: Creativity and Inspiration 1:01:47

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A discussion about what can drive good recipe development and new ideas for creativity in beer making. We will go over the "how" and "why" of making new beers as well as translating those ideas to sustainable and effective brewing practices. Guests include Devin Bush of Wildbloom Beer, Tony Cordova of Scale House Brewing, and Megan Parisi of Samuel…

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How Craft Beer, and IPAs in Particular, are Changing the Hop Industry 54:30

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Farm owner Diane Gooding, Liz Bauer of Garston Hops and Alex Nowell, Mellotone Beer Project brewer and CLS Farms consultant, discuss how the partnership between brewers and growers has evolved in the past 20 years. Learn about the role terroir and farm practices play in hop aroma and flavor, and how the industry is adjusting to a slowdown in hop sa…

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In with the Bull 1:04:50

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Drew shares a DJing moment that made his blood boil, the guys mourn the loss of a beloved Milwaukee Buck, and somehow still manage to craft a calming mantra to keep it all together. They also dive into the eternal debate: are books better than their movie adaptations. Drew sips on a 2019 Bourbon County Brand Mon Cheri Stout from Goose Island…

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Episode 68: David Viens - A Recipe For Murder 30:26

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How far would you go to hide a secret? David Viens had a recipe... When Dawn Viens vanished in 2009, her disappearance baffled authorities—until a shocking confession from her husband, celebrity chef David Viens, unveiled a truth more horrifying than fiction. In this episode, we peel back the layers of this tragic case, exploring the chilling detai…

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What Does it Mean to be Local (Part 2) 53:05

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What does it mean to be local, and what are the small things businesses do to have a true sense of self in that space? This is a continuation of last week's episode - recorded at Wheatland Spring Farm and Brewery in Virginia - where the panel goes deeper into the themes they tee'd up during the storytelling session. Guests include: John Branding of…

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MICROBREW: The Abduction of Betty & Barney Hill 37:33

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In this episode, we unravel one of the most iconic and controversial UFO encounters in American history: the 1961 abduction of Betty and Barney Hill. Driving through the mountains of New Hampshire, the couple claimed they were taken aboard an extraterrestrial spacecraft in what would become the first widely publicized alien abduction case. We dive …

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Blindness and Bee Stings 52:34

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Drew is upset about the ending of book. The dudes then review notable deaths of characters and state if it was justified. They also start to plan their visits to California and Wisconsin. This week's brews are Eagle Rare 10 year and Almanac's The Future is FluidBy Pew Pew Audio

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Diving into the Meaning of "Local" (part 1) 53:22

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What does it mean to be local, and what are the small things businesses do to have a true sense of self in that space? A few weeks back Wheatland Spring Farm and Brewery in Virginia celebrated seven years of operation with a chill little festival that brought local artisans to its sprawling farmland. To kick off the day owners Bonnie and John Brand…

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DLC Bribes, Switch Repairs & Magic Cards | New Dad Gaming Ep. 363 31:22

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What happens when exams meet DLC drops? This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff discuss using video games as parenting bribes—and whether it’s genius or dangerous. Jeff negotiates with his teen over a Hunter: Call of the Wild DLC, while Trevor deals with non-activated V-Bucks chaos after a birthday gone slightly wrong. We also revisit Jeff’s m…

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Hat on a Hat 1:01:37

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Rob and Drew talk different universes, versions of themselves, and being infiltrated by two battling religious groups. Drew drinks E.H. Taylor Single Barrel Bourbon, Rob drinks Rogue Ales Blackberry Honey Kolsch. Be a member of the Porch Pint Society here.By Pew Pew Audio

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MICROBREW: Blood in the Hills: The Cypress Hills Massacre of 1873 30:04

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AUNTIE B IS BACK! In this episode, we uncover a nearly forgotten but pivotal moment in Canadian history—the Cypress Hills Massacre. On June 1, 1873, a group of American wolf hunters and whisky traders crossed into what is now Saskatchewan, seeking revenge for stolen horses. Their arrival at an Assiniboine camp ended in a deadly confrontation that l…

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Episode 67: From Backstreet to Bankruptcy: The Rise and Fall of Lou Pearlman 56:04

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Lou Pearlman was the mastermind behind some of the biggest boy bands of the late '90s and early 2000s, including *NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys. But behind the glitz and chart-topping hits was a web of deception. This episode dives into Pearlman’s meteoric rise in the music industry, the financial scandal that unraveled his empire, and the lasting …

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Jon Lewis of The Dopamines 40:20

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Jon Lewis plays guitar and sings for the Cininnati punk band The Dopamines. He joins Drew is a talk about the writing and recording process, music they are currently listening to, and the evolution of the band. Check out their latest record, 80/20, and entire discography whereever you get music. You won't be disappointed.…

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As Asheville Rebuilds, Highland Brewing Continues to Evolve 42:25

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This week it’s a look under the hood of Highland Brewing in Asheville. The venerable institution has been going strong for more than 30 years and has grown and adapted over two generations of ownership. From the Craft Brewers Conference in Indianapolis, this episode was recorded before the death of Highland Brewing founder Oscar Wong. Guests are: N…

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The Session | Karl Strauss 1:41:56

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The legendary Karl Strauss Brewing Company joins us in the Brewing Network studio on this episode of The Session! Listen in as founder & CEO Chris Cramer and Brewmaster Paul Segura talk about the humble beginnings of San Diego's first micro brewery and how they've stood the test of time to remain one of the best craft breweries around. Learn more a…

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Switch 2 Temptation & Console Tragedies | New Dad Gaming Ep. 362 30:35

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A surprise Switch 2 drop, a blue screen of death, and Father’s Day gift loopholes - this episode has it all. Trevor barely escapes the clutches of buying a brand-new Switch 2… but just barely. Meanwhile, Jeff’s aging Switch kicks the bucket in spectacular fashion, sparking a desperate race against time to recover lost Pokémon and Zelda saves. With …

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MICROBREW: The Way - Lela and Raymond Howard 46:19

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In June 1997, the quiet community of Salado, Texas, was gripped by a perplexing mystery: the disappearance of Lela and Raymond Howard. This elderly couple, known for their independence, embarked on what should have been a routine, short drive to a local festival. Instead, they vanished without a trace, only to be found deceased 13 days later, hundr…

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Episode 66: The Unsolved Murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik 1:00:07

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In this chilling episode, we revisit the mysterious and tragic case of Sister Cathy Cesnik, a beloved Baltimore nun whose life was cut short under disturbing circumstances in 1969. Despite decades of speculation, official investigations, and shocking allegations, her murder remains unsolved. We examine the haunting details surrounding her disappear…

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The Key to Crafting World Class Barrel-aged Beer 1:04:45

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Three of the country's best barrel-aging brewers get together for a candid conversation about what goes into the craft. It's art, science, and a commitment to quality. Listen in as Quinn Reeder of Boulevard Brewing, Marty Scott of Revolution Brewing, and Andrew Hood of Sun King Brewery share their deep knowledge. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer che…

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Night Rain Temptations & Switch 2 FOMO | New Dad Gaming Ep. 361 29:50

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This week, Trevor and Jeff face their greatest challenge yet: resisting the urge to break their no-new-games vow. With the Elden Ring Nightreign expansion stealing the spotlight and rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 release buzzing, the temptation is real. Meanwhile, one dad's teen dives headfirst into Dungeons & Dragons, sparking memories and hopes of…