Solo show this week and I'm having 2 Beers In Front! The first is an old school classic, Vanilla Porter from Breckinridge. The 2nd is a Chicago one from Pipeworks called Alla Salute. This is an Italian Pilsner in collab with JP Graziano in Chicago. Put Them In The Cart! Promo: The Muck Podcast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Aug 21, 2023•18 min•Season 5Ep. 174
Good show this week. I talked to Joe Churo and James Bigler over at Go Brewing, the 1st Non-Alcoholic Craft Brewery in the state of Illinois. I also tried a few of their beers and can vouch for them, they were really good! Plus, you get to hear an cloned AI version of my voice in the intro and outro. They removed my Chicago accent and call it Jaygoff! All this and more! Go Brewing! Good Beer Hunting Article OddPods Media Promos: From The Middle BFYTW Become a supporter of this podcast: https://w...
Aug 15, 2023•36 min•Season 5Ep. 173
Old Irving Brewing and Omega Yeast have teamed up to make a GABF Gold Medal Winner in the Hazy IPA category NOT hazy? I talked with Matthew Moldenhauer over at Old Irving about this and their new Helles that is one of my favorite new beers out this Summer! Old Irving Brewing Omega Yeast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Aug 04, 2023•30 min•Season 5Ep. 172
This week I chatted with Abigail and Barry over at Pops on Hops. We talked Florida beer, music, and their great show! I also had a fantastic beer from Roaring Table locally in Illinois. Pops On Hops Roaring Table OddPods Media Promo: Super Media Bros Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Jul 31, 2023•37 min•Season 5Ep. 171
Illinois Craft Beer Is Better… Outdoors! Put on your hiking boots, go outside and enjoy a State Park and Beer. I’m talking this week with Stephanie and Emma over at Fresh Air Friendship who have collaborated with the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild with a fun partnership spotlighting the State Parks of Illinois along with some fantastic local breweries along the way! I’ll talk about news of the week and have a wonderful Golden Ale from Metropolitan and Seipp’s with the Chicago Brewseum! Illinois Cr...
Jul 24, 2023•28 min•Season 5Ep. 170
Changing things up this week and talking Mead. I stopped over at Second City Meadery and spoke to Peter Schultz there. I really enjoyed the 3 I had from them and will by all means be stopping over there again! Second City Meadery Promo: Married With Television OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Jul 18, 2023•28 min•Season 5Ep. 169
After a month or so of interview shows, I wanted to put out a quick "fun" sized episode. I'll have the latest in beer news and a couple really good beers to talk about! Promo: OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support .
Jul 13, 2023•14 min•Season 5Ep. 168
On this episode, I talked with Ryan Pak over at Soundtrack Your Life. We talked Movies, Music & Beer! Soundtrack Your Life is a must listen for me each week and Ryan is a fellow Certified Beer Server as well! Soundtrack Your Life Promo: EverTrending Story OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Jul 10, 2023•26 min•Season 5Ep. 167
This week I sat down with Clay Gentry over at Hello Monty/Dynamo in Chattanooga. I'm telling you, these beers were fantastic! I also had a local Chicago beer from Maplewood that was great as well. Hello Monty Maplewood Brewery Promo: Grab'Em In The Brisket OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Jul 04, 2023•41 min•Season 5Ep. 166
Do you want to learn more about different beer styles? Want to learn techniques that will make the beer you serve smell and taste better? This episode is for YOU! I talked with Chris Pisney over at the Cicerone Program and we discussed the program and how that will help all of us be more educated when it comes to beer. You don't have to be in the beer industry to find everyday use in the Cicerone Program! Cicerone Program Promo: Infectious Groove Music OddPods Media Become a supporter of this po...
Jun 27, 2023•33 min•Season 5Ep. 165
If you're in the Delaware or Myrtle Beach area, Crooked Hammock Brewery is a place you must hit up! I had some killer beers from them and talked with Larry Horwitz who is the Director Of Brewing Operations. Their Hammock Light Lager is their newest offering and it's one to have on any day! Crooked Hammock Brewery The Muck Podcast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Jun 20, 2023•57 min•Season 5Ep. 164
I'm honored to have Michael Williams over at Great Lakes Brewing Company on today to talk about my favorite National Craft Brewery. I've had their classic beers on the show before and today we'll have two of their new offerings. Was informative to talk with a Classic Craft Brewery about their heritage and their plans for the future. Great Lakes Brewing Company Promo: From The Middle OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ...
Jun 14, 2023•36 min•Season 5Ep. 163
What a fun show this week! Talked with Seamus Gallager over at Montucky Cold Snacks about their beer that is everywhere now! Fun company that doesn't take themselves too seriously and gives 8% back to local charities! Montucky Cold Snacks Promo: BFYTW OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Jun 08, 2023•27 min•Season 5Ep. 160
Back from vacation and my Birthday with a great show this week! I talked to Jay Sanderson from Walnut River Brewing about Irish Red Ales, the state of Kansas, and even a Brothel! Walnut River Brewing Promos: Super Media Bros Beer'd Al Podcast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
May 31, 2023•34 min•Season 5Ep. 159
This week I’m going back to school! Beer School that is at the Old Town Pour House. They are having a series of Brew U Beer School courses featuring some great local and national breweries. I talked with Doug Wise the Director of Beverage at Bottleneck Management. We’ll talk about the Beer School along with the Pour House and other Bottleneck locations. I’ll also have Bruski from Noon Whistle. Bruski is the Gold Medal Winner of the American Style Amber Lager at the 2023 World Beer Cup! Old Town ...
May 16, 2023•29 min•Season 5Ep. 160
Good show this week where I'll have Dortmunder Gold from Great Lakes Brewing out of Cleveland and Maplewood's Son Of Juice from Chicago. That along with the usual segments and I might start another podcast? Great Lakes Brewing Maplewood Brewery Promo: Grab 'Em In The Brisket OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
May 10, 2023•19 min•Season 5Ep. 159
This week even though it's a little chilly in Chicago I'm having 3 Summer Beers! That and I say goodbye to a dear friend. Beers from Sierra Nevada, Bell's, and Revolution. Support The Show On Patreon Promo: Infectious Groove Music OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
May 02, 2023•19 min•Season 5Ep. 158
This week I'm going to have Sapporo and Kirin as the BIF along with Rainbow Sherbet from Prairie Artisan Ales. Promo: 500 Section Lounge OddPods Media Pods R Us Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Apr 26, 2023•17 min•Season 15Ep. 157
This week I'm trying something new. The podcast is here and the video version is up over on YouTube. I'm having the classic Cerveza Victoria and the new Hop Butcher Pickle Spear as the Beer In Front this week. Both beers are really good in their own way! The Muck Podcast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Apr 18, 2023•18 min•Season 5Ep. 156
Quick show this week, I'll have a Bud Light to piss off Robert Ritchie and have the usual beer topics of the week. Promo by From The Middle OddPods Media Mike Ness Don't Think Twice Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Apr 12, 2023•15 min•Season 5Ep. 155
This week I talked with Trevor over at SouthO Brewing in Oceanside, California. That's a spot to visit if you are in the area! We discussed the brewery and their Gluten Reduced line of beers. I also tried the 3 new Dead Guy styles from Rogue and talked about them. SouthO Brewing Company Rogue Dead Guy Promo from B1G Talk OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Apr 06, 2023•42 min•Season 5Ep. 154
This week I chatted with Kay & Jay over at the Fuck My Work Life Podcast and we had Jay's favorite Coors Light! That and all the usual subjects you've come to know and love! Beer In Front Fuck My Work Life Shoutout to BFYTW Odd Pods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Mar 29, 2023•33 min•Season 5Ep. 153
This episode is all about Pizza! From the origins in Italy to New York and across the country. Not only will I speak about Chicago pizza, I was privileged to speak to guests to talk about pizza in their region. Grab a slice and enjoy! Guests and their links: Brian Margiotta - St Louis Daddy Porter - Madison and Beer Pairings John Carruthers - Crust Fund Pizza PJ from Crafty Devils - Phoenix Pizza from Lou Malnati’s & Vito and Nick’s RC Cola Pizza Port Brewing Odd Pods Media Become a supporte...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 152
This episode is all about Pizza! From the origins in Italy to New York and across the country. Not only will I speak about Chicago pizza, I was privileged to speak to guests to talk about pizza in their region. Grab a slice and enjoy! Guests and their links: Brian Colburn - New York Jess Infante - Boston and Beer Pairings Jay C. Williams - New Haven Floyd Freeman - Pennsylvania Russ Robinson - Detroit Promo from Beer’d Al Podcast Intro by BFYTW Odd Pods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: ...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Season 4Ep. 151
On this Episode 150, I'll be having beers sent from friends across the country as well as am Illinois collaboration that I love. I'll sit down and talk with Ray Stout the Executive Director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild to discuss a few new laws on the books that will help both brewers in the state and consumers of craft beer all over the country. Illinois Craft Brewers Guild Promo from Super Media Bros Odd Pods Media Intro by Pops on Hops Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp...
Mar 15, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 170
This week I had one of the best Barrel Aged Stouts I've had in Tahitian Noir from Prairie Artisan Ales! I also tried the "Remastered" Boston Lager and have the usual news and talk that you've come to expect over the last 149 episodes! Prairie Artisan Ales Intro by Infectious Groove Music Grab 'Em In The Brisket EverTrending Story OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Mar 09, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 149
On this special anniversary show, I went to a brewery to have a beer I had on Episode 1, Dovetail in Chicago. I had their Vienna Lager and a Rauchbier! Dovetail Brewery Intro by Beer'd Al Podcast Promo 500 Section Lounge OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Feb 22, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 148
What a fun show! Talked with Phil over at Wish You Were Beer and we knocked off some Smirnoff Ice so you don't have to! We talked about travel, vacation houses and a lot more! I needed a local craft after that so I had one from Twisted Hippo in Chicago. Thanks to EverTrending Story for the intro! Wish You Were Beer Phil Phriday Twisted Hippo OddPods Media Ever Trending Story Infectious Groove Music Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/suppor...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 147
This week I'm featuring Jai Alai from Cigar City and I'm not digging the new Fat Tire! That plus all the usual stuff each week! Shoutout to The Muck Podcast OddPods Media Richard Butler Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Feb 08, 2023•20 min•Season 5Ep. 144
This week I had for the 1st time in ages a Modelo Especial and you know what, I loved it! One of my favorite Macro beers out there! That plus plenty of beer news and a story reminding everyone Don't Be A Jagoff! From The Middle OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support ....
Feb 01, 2023•20 min•Season 5Ep. 145