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You Aren't From Here - Denver

Andrew Swetnam & Andrew Sommerpodcasters.spotify.com
A weekly podcast released every Tuesday hosted by Denver transplants. Follow Andrew Swetnam and Andrew Sommer as they discover and learn new things in Denver.
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Episodes

Episode 22: Park Burger, birdcall, Perdida Kitchen, Homegrown Tap & Dough, and Park & Co.

3/16/21: So many restaurants, so little time! This week we interviewed the owner/chef, Philippe Failyau, of Park Burger, birdcall, Perdida Kitchen, Homegrown Tap & Dough, and Park & Co! For our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - St. Patrick's Day (2) where we went - The Wild (3) our beer of the week – Bootstrap Brewing Company's Chillax Pineapple Gold (4) what we tried - N/A - the interview

Mar 16, 202143 minEp. 22

Episode 21: McGregor Square

3/9/21: Do you know what is being constructed by the Rockies Stadium? Any idea why it is being built? Who will live in one of the buildings? Tune in to learn the details and fun facts on McGregor Square! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - DIA Bridge Security (2) what we tried - Park Burger (3) where we went - N/A (4) our beer of the week – Bootstrap Brewing Company's Chillax Pineapple Gold We finish the episode with an in-depth discussion on McGregor Square!...

Mar 09, 202142 minEp. 21

Episode 20: Eisenhower Tunnel

3/2/21: What is the official name for the Eisenhower Tunnel? Why was it built? How long are both tunnels? Tune in to learn the answers to all of these questions and more! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Denver Sidewalk Snow Removal Fines (2) our beer of the week – Bootstrap Brewing Company's Wreak Havoc Imperial Red (3) what we tried - Lou's Italian Specialties (4) where we went - Blue Sparrow Coffee We finish the episode discussing the Eisenhower Tunnel!...

Mar 02, 202144 minEp. 20

Episode 19: El Five, Linger, Root Down, Ophelia's, and Vital Root

2/23/21: A must-listen interview with Justin Cucci, the owner/head chef at El Five, Linger, Root Down, Ophelia's, and Vital Root! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Denver Fee (2) where we went - N/A - the interview (3) what we tried - N/A - the interview (4) our beer of the week – N/A - new brewery beginning next week Then we finishing the episode learning from Justin Cucci on why Denver, the story behind each restaurant, his favorite entree currently, and m...

Feb 23, 202157 minEp. 19

Episode 18: Leroy's Bagel

2/16/21: Hear from Leroy's Bagels owner, Sarah Green, on why and when she purchased one of Denver's favorite local bagel shops and how she turned it into what it is today! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Back Country Skiing (2) where we went - No Limits Archery (3) what we tried - N/A - the interview (4) our beer of the week – Colorado Native's Pilsner We finish the episode with an interview with Sarah Green. We learn her reasoning behind purchasing Leroy'...

Feb 18, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 18

Episode 17: Little Man Ice Cream

2/8/21: Hear from Little Man Ice Cream's founder and owner, Paul Tamburello, on how and why he started one of Denver's favorite local ice cream shops! His reasoning is different from what you might think... This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Covid-19 Denver Regulations (2) where we went - ViewHouse Ballpark (3) what we tried - N/A - the interview (4) our beer of the week – Colorado Native's West Slope IPA We finish the episode with an interview with Paul Tamb...

Feb 09, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 17

Episode 16: Illegal Pete's

2/2/21: Hear from Illegal Pete's founder and owner, Pete Turner, on how he started one of Denver's favorite burrito restaurants! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Georgetown Lake Racing (2) where we went - Epic Brewing Company's Taproom (3) what we tried - N/A - the interview (4) our beer of the week – Colorado Native's Amber Lager We finish the episode with an interview with Pete Turner. We learn what inspired Pete to start Illegal Pete's, the story behind ...

Feb 02, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 16

Episode 15: Denver Union Station

1/26/21: What was the objective behind the Denver Union Station renovation? Why was it renovated? When was it renovated? Tune in to learn the answers to all of these questions and more! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Red Rocks is Opening...hopefully (2) what we tried - Illegal Pete's (3) our beer of the week – Colorado Native's Cerveza Nativa (4) where we went - N/A We finish the episode discussing Union Station and the renovation project that was complet...

Jan 26, 202144 minEp. 15

Episode 14: South Park

1/19/21: Where is South Park? How is South Park related to Denver? What are the characters based on? - Find out on this week's episode! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Dinosaur Lots (2) where we went - The Source Hotel (3) what we tried - SAFTA (4) our beer of the week – N/A We finish the episode discussing South Park and the actual truths about how it is related to Colorado and the hypothetical location!

Jan 19, 202132 minEp. 14

Episode 13: Upslope Brewing Company

1/2/21: Hear from Upslope Brewing Company's co-founder and president, Matt Cutter, on how he and his partners started one of the most popular craft breweries in Colorado! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Eastbound I-70 Express Lane (2) what we tried - Denver Poke Company (3) where we went - Stoney's Bar & Grill (4) our beer of the week – N/A - the interview We finish the episode with an interview with Matt Cutter. We learn what inspired Matt to start Up...

Jan 12, 202159 minEp. 13

Episode 12: Meow Wolf

1/5/21: Hear from Senior Creative Director of Meow Wolf, Chadney Everett, on everything Meow Wolf! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - COVID 19 Regulations (2) what we tried - Cheba Hut Toasted Subs (3) our beer of the week – Upslope Brewing Company's 2020 Experimental IPA (4) where we went - N/A - the interview We finish the episode with an interview with Chadney Everett. We learn the concept behind Meow Wolf, how George R.R. Martin is involved, when the Denv...

Jan 05, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 12

Episode 11: New Year's Eve

12/29/20: Happy Almost New Year! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Red Colorado License Plate (2) where we went - Ace Eat Serve (3) what we tried - Little Man Ice Cream (4) our beer of the week – Upslope Brewing Company's Citra Pale Ale We finish the episode with a few ideas for the New Year's Eve Holiday in a covid-friendly environment. Happy Almost New Year from You Aren't From Here!

Dec 29, 202037 minEp. 11

Episode 10: Happy Holidays

12/22/20: Happy Holidays! Listen in for everything Holiday related. This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Cut Your Own Christmas Tree? (2) what we tried - Cooper Lounge (3) where we went - Terminal Bar (4) our beer of the week – Upslope Brewing Company's India Pale Ale We finish the episode with a couple of ideas for the holidays for either this year or for early preparation next year. Happy Holidays from You Aren't From Here!...

Dec 22, 202031 minEp. 10

Episode 9: Improper City

12/15/20: Hear from Improper City's co-founder and co-owner, Hank Grant, on how he and his partner started one of the most popular bars in Denver!! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Runaway Truck Lanes (2) what we tried - Blue Pan Pizza Denver (3) our beer of the week – Upslope Brewing Company's Rocky Mountain Kolsch (4) where we went - N/A - the interview We finish the episode with an interview with Hank Grant. We learn how Hank went from a finance major to...

Dec 15, 20201 hrEp. 9

Episode 8: City Park Golf Course

12/8/20: All the details on City Park Golf Course with our interview with head golf pro Susie Helmerich! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - New Denver Pitbull Law (2) what we tried - Edgewater Public Market (3) our beer of the week – Upslope Brewing Company's Spruce Tip IPA (4) where we went - N/A - the interview We finish the episode with an interview with Susie Helmerich. We learn how Susie fell in love with golf, the renovation of the City Park Golf Course...

Dec 08, 202058 minEp. 8

Episode 7: In-N-Out Burger Fever

12/1/20: Denver has caught a fever...the In-N-Out Fever!! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Meow Wolf Denver (2) where we went - Cit Park Golf Course Sunset (3) our beer of the week – UpSlope Brewing Company - Craft Lager (4) what we tried - In-N-Out We finish the episode discussing everything In-N-Out: how In-N-Out grew to what it is today, the Denver Fever, the not so secret menu, our favorite items on the menu, and much much more....

Dec 01, 202042 minEp. 7

Episode 6: Denver Beer Co

11/24/20: This episode is dedicated to the memory of Jason Buehler. The GoFundMeAccount for Jason and his family is below: https://www.gofundme.com/f/jason-buehler In this episode, we interview the Co-Founder of Denver Beer Co - Charlie Berger! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - below freezing windshield washer fluid (2) what we tried - Uncle Ramen (3) where we went - Wash Park (4) our beer of the week – N/A We finish the episode with an interview with Charli...

Nov 24, 202053 minEp. 6

Episode 5: Denver Broncos Cheerleaders

11/17/20: We swallow our pride as Kansas City Chiefs fans and interview two Denver Broncos Cheerleaders - Annie Liston and Erica Langwell! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Denver's 3.2% beer in grocery stores (2) what we tried - Taqueria La Familia (3) where we went - Union Station (4) our beer of the week – Denver Beer Co’s Peanut Butter Graham Cracker Porter We finish the episode with an interview with Annie Liston and Erica Langwell. We learn how NFL Che...

Nov 17, 202056 minEp. 5

Episode 4: Denver International Airport

11/10/20: All Things Denver International Airport through an exciting interview with Stacey Stegman - Denver International Airport's Senior Vice President of Communications, Marketing, and Customer Service This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) our beer of the week – Denver Beer Co’s Graham Cracker Porter (2) what we tried – Snarf’s (3) where we went – Oops… (4) what we learned – Denver Airport Conspiracy We finish the episode with an interview with Stacey Stegman. We learn about ...

Nov 10, 20201 hr 14 minEp. 3

Episode 3: Number Thirty Eight

11/3/20: Episode 3! Our first interview! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned – Colorado Salt (2) what we tried – Denver Central Market (3) where we went – Number Thirty Eight (4) our beer of the week - Denver Beer Co's Princess Yum Yum We finish the episode with our first interview with Spencer Fronk, one of the owners of the new and upcoming bar Number Thirty Eight. We learn about what inspired Spencer to open a bar in Rino Denver, the meaning behind the name, ...

Nov 03, 202054 minEp. 3

Episode 2: Vote! Vote! Vote!

10/27/20: Welcome back to Episode 2! We said we wouldn't talk about politics...but we did! This episode begins with our standard 4 segments: (1) what we learned - Traction Law (2) where we went - REI Flagship Store - Matt's rating: 5.3 - Andrew's rating 6.5 (3) what we tried - My Brother's Bar - Matt's rating: 9.1 - Andrew's rating: 9.2 (4) our beer of the week - Denver Beer Co's Juicy Freak Juicy IPA - Matt's rating - 7.6 - Andrew's rating: 7.4 We finish the episode focused on the Colorado Sena...

Oct 27, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 2

Episode 1: Epic vs Ikon

10/20/20: Welcome to the very first episode of You Aren't From Here, hosted by Andrew Swetnam and Matt Spangler. This podcast will follow our journey as we discover and try new things in Denver, CO. This episode features an introduction to the co-hosts followed by the 4 segments of the show: 1) what we learned 2) where we went 3) what we tried, and 4) our beer of the week. We finish the episode with a deep dive into both the Epic and Ikon ski passes discussing what they have to offer, why we cho...

Oct 20, 202048 minEp. 1
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