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Beer In Front

Dave Zalatoriswww.spreaker.com
I'm Dave, a regular Chicago Beer Guy with a podcast about some old school beers and new classics. Sometimes the Beer In Front of you is the best one yet!

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Episodes

Father’s Day Episode

This Father’s Day, I talked about the beer my Father drank and I have submissions from some friends about beer their Dads and Moms drank! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Jun 17, 20221 hr 31 minSeason 4Ep. 114

Cider Cruise Recap & Busch Beer

Fun show this week. I talk about the terrific time I had on the Chicago Cider Week Cruise and some of the great cider. I’ll also go old school with the Beer In Front with Busch Beer and if you need a wedding performed, I’m your Reverend! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Jun 10, 202215 minSeason 4Ep. 113

Leinenkugel & 47th Ward Alderman Matt Martin

This week I sat down with Alderman Matt Martin of the 47th Ward in Chicago to discuss our great area! I enjoyed the Leinenkugel Original Classic as the Beer In Front and reviewed the new Dr. Pepper Berry flavor. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

May 24, 202238 minSeason 4Ep. 112

Northman Cider/Chicago Cider Week

This week is about Cider! I talked to Ambrosia Borowski over at The Northman about their new cider that's available everywhere, their great location on Chicago's Riverwalk and Chicago Cider Week! I had a great cider from Right Bee Cider as well and I'm calling out the Ass Clowns who made a serial killer mix pack of beer! Chicago Cider Week Northman Chicago Right Bee Cider Download and use Newsly for free from www.newsly.me and use promo code B1NFR0NT to receive a 1-month free premium subscriptio...

May 18, 202239 minSeason 4Ep. 111

WISH YOU WERE BEER/COASTAL FERMENTORY

This week I chatted with Tiffany & Daniel at the awesome Wish You Were Beer Show and we had Monk Rock from Coastal Fermentory. What a terrific beer! For Illinois Craft Beer Week, I had Anti Hero from Revolution as the Beer In Front, and I also know how to pronounce Illinois! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

May 12, 202247 minSeason 4Ep. 110

Illinois Craft Beer Week

This week I talked to Ray Stout the Executive Director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild all about Illinois Craft Beer Week! We talked about Beer Under Glass to everything else happening May 13-20. I also had as the Beer In Front 1899 Blonde ale from Pollyanna. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

May 04, 202221 minSeason 4Ep. 109

Episode 108

Quick show this week updating my health and discussing some future episodes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Apr 27, 20228 minSeason 4Ep. 108

Weekly Beer Show/Firestone Walker

What a fun show this week! Talked to Danny & Nate over at the wonderful Weekly Beer Show and we had a Hopnosis from Firestone Walker. I touched on some beers from 2nd Shift and Virginia Beer as well. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Apr 19, 202245 minSeason 4Ep. 107

Beer Alternatives

This week I’m going to try 4 different canned malt/beer alternatives. A Radler, a Seltzer, a Tea, and a Bevy. Plus, the person that stole tap handles from The Green Lady, I have a word for you! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Apr 07, 202223 minSeason 4Ep. 106

Polish Beer Zywiec/Tyskie

This week I talked to Derrek who hosts the I F*cking Love This Record Podcast from Poland and we discussed some Polish beers. I'll give updates on my health issues and at the end try out a Nitro Pepsi! I F*cking Love This Record Promo from Dark Matter Network Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Mar 30, 202238 minSeason 4Ep. 105

Burning Bush Brewery

Great show this week! Talked to Brent Raska the owner of Burning Bush Brewery. We discussed opening right before the pandemic and here we are now celebrating their 2nd Anniversary! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Mar 23, 202228 minSeason 4Ep. 104

Omega Yeast

Awesome show this week! Talked with Lance over at Omega Yeast and we discussed the importance of yeast in Craft and Home Brewing. I also enjoyed a beer from a brewery that uses Omega Yeast and had Old Irving’s Aglow. I also have news on a benefit for Twisted Hippo hosted by Eris and the Chicago Brewseum African Influence on American Craft Brewing! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Mar 16, 202227 minSeason 4Ep. 103

Deschutes Black Butte Porter

This week I’m going to discuss a great style of beer Porters! I’ll have Deschutes Black Butte as the Beer In Front as well as some local ones. At the very end, I’ll have the new Coke Starlight! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Mar 09, 202218 minSeason 4Ep. 102

IPAs & Societe Brewing

On the show this week, I’ll discuss IPA’s. I had one from Societe Brewing as the Beer In Front, I also had some solid Chicago ones and a Samuel Smith’s from England. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Mar 02, 202220 minSeason 4Ep. 101

Episode 100

100th Episode/2 Year Anniversary of the Podcast! I’m going back to the beginning having Vienna Lagers this week! Beers from Samuel Adams, Dovetail, and Goldfinger. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Feb 23, 202224 minSeason 4Ep. 100

Chicago Neighborhoods

Great show this week! I talked with Artist Steve Shanabruch from Chicago Neighborhoods about his great series. There is also a contest to win a print and a discount code for any purchases! Beers this week from Old Irving, Tarantula Hill, and Burnt City plus the return of Jagoffs! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Feb 17, 202234 minSeason 4Ep. 99

Lil Sumpin’ Sumpin’

This week I’ll revisit the Lil Sumpin’ Sumpin’ from Lagunitas. I had some very good ones this week from Moor’s, Humble Forager, Solemn Oath, and 2nd Shift as well. Plus someone is so good, they made me scrap the Jagoff segment this week so don’t fast forward! I’m still fuzzy from the Malort I had with the Weekly Beer Show, check out that appearance! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Feb 10, 202217 minSeason 4Ep. 98

Corona Extra & Familiar

This week I tried 2 different Corona beers, the Extra and the Familiar as the Beer In Front. I also had rock solid offerings from New Belgium, Casa Humilde, and Funkytown! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Feb 03, 202219 minSeason 4Ep. 97

Bell’s Hopslam 2022

This week I’ll have the terrific Bell’s Hopslam 2022 as the Beer In Front. I’ll also talk about beers from Off Color, Haymarket, and Dovetail! Aaron Rodgers is Otto from A Fish Called Wanda as well! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Jan 28, 202222 minSeason 4Ep. 96

Dale’s Pale Ale

This week I’ll feature the classic Dale’s Pale Ale as the Beer In Front. Plus there are women arrested for glitter and some guy lost 1.5 inches due to Covid? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Jan 20, 202219 minSeason 4Ep. 95

Beer For Lounging

Solid show this week where I have the wonderful Beer For Lounging from Off Color as the Beer In Front, I also had the Sugar Creek Pilsner from Dovetail and that was fantastic as well! There were plenty of Jagoffs this week and I’m fired up! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Jan 13, 202228 minSeason 4Ep. 94

Stax Records

On this special edition, I’ll talk Stax Records and its history with Emmy and Grammy Award winner Robert Gordon author of the terrific book Respect Yourself: Stax Records and the Soul Explosion. I’ll talk about the label and also include a chat with my friend Grant Agbefe about his feelings on Otis Redding. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Jan 08, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 4Ep. 93

Austin Beerworks Sputnik Stout

Still feeling the effects of Covid but had a fantastic beer from Austin Beerworks. Had some other beers from Austin and will discuss a few that helped me get better! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Jan 05, 202222 minSeason 4Ep. 92

The Covid Episode

This week, I’ll discuss my fun with Covid! Voice isn’t the best this week, but still a fun episode! Shoutouts to E14, Strive Seek Find, The Beer Review Show, Beer’d Al Podcast and David Carey! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Dec 27, 202114 minSeason 4Ep. 91

Nova Brewing Okinawa Smoke

Quick show this week, I'll have a wonderful beer called Okinawa Smoke from Nova Brewing in California. Plus, a surprise towards the end! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Dec 15, 202112 minSeason 4Ep. 90

Old Rasputin

This I‘ll feature the classic Old Rasputin as the Beer In Front plus there are a plethora of Jagoffs this week! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Dec 09, 202127 minSeason 4Ep. 89

2021 Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale

Good show this week where I have the always fabulous Celebration Ale from Sierra Nevada! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .

Dec 01, 202119 minSeason 4Ep. 88

Alaskan Smoked Porter

Good show this week where I‘ll have the 2021 Smoked Porter from the Alaskan Brewing Company as the Beer In Front. I also talk about good beers from Revolution, Brooklyn, and Wellspent. I have some details on a beer from Dovetail that will use malt that hasn‘t been used in beer since WWII. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Nov 19, 202123 minSeason 4Ep. 87

The St Louis Episode

This week I sat down with Brian over at Three One Pour to discuss the St Louis beer world. We had a Rhu Bee brewed by Earthbound in collaboration with the Pink Boots Society. I also enjoyed a black IPA from Wellspent and had the fantastic Technical Ecstasy from 2nd Shift! Three One Pour Earthbound Beer Wellspent Brewing 2nd Shift Brewing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....

Nov 10, 202140 minSeason 4Ep. 86

Alarmist Brewing Angel Of Fire

Good show this week where I'll have a wonderful roasted lager from Alarmist Brewing in collaboration with the Chicago Brewseum. I'll also have some St Louis beers from Wellspent and Perennial Artisan Ales thanks to Brian at Three One Pour. Plus I'll call out a former Chicago athlete who's known for his allergies to gratuities as a Jagoff of the week! Alarmist Brewing Chicago Brewseum Wellspent Brewing Company Perennial Artisan Ales Three One Pour Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...

Nov 04, 202118 minSeason 4Ep. 85
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