Ballots & Brews

Interview with Mayor Padilla plus our final Take Action moment of the session. Cheers!

Plus Salut Cocktail Lounge

Learn about the upcoming Tap That Topeka beer event in Downtown Topeka plus we speak with Hannah Naeger All that and more on this week's episode of Ballots + Brews with your host Angel Romero

Summer beer releases, beer trends and beer events - all while we chat with our friend Wes from Strathman Distribuuting. Then a look inside Kansas Reflector with journalist Tim Carpenter. That and more on this week's Ballots + Brews with host Angel Romero.

Interview with Willcott Brewing (Jackson County's Oldest and Largest (and only ;)) brewery, as well as a sit down with Topeka Interim City Manager Bill Cochran.

Interview with Jacque Lightcap, League of Women Voters

Interview with Seth from The Pennant and then Sherman Smith from Kansas Reflector

Interview with Spencer Duncan and Adam from The White Linen

We speak wioth Representative Annie Kuether about her many years of service, local bills and equity across the board. But first, we talk beer, food and remodel of Celtic Fox with Katie. Plus what's been happening in local and state government. Grab a pint, it's been one wild week. All that and more with host Angel Romero on this week's Ballots + Brews, presented by seveneightfive magazine and KSEF digital radio. GET SOCIAL https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) https://785live.com/show-support/ (Support this Podcast)

Play along as we quiz Kerrice Mapes- Publisher/Editor of 785 Magazine on beer trivia! Then listen for our Beer Flight as we recap all the craziness of the last week in state and local government! Our special guest this week is "recovering legislator" John Wilson, President of Kansas Action for Children. We talk all things early ed, and how the legislature can give all kids a successful start! PLUS we talk about our NEW time! That's right- we're moving! Catch our shows now on 785live.com MONDAYS at 8 pm, with a re-airing Tuesday morning at 8 am, starting Monday Feb 28th! Don't forget to follow us on social media, and leave a review if you like what you hear!

It's a hot mess in the KS Legislature, let's be real. To help is all go down better, we talk beer and new releases with Wes from Strathman Sales / @TopekaBeer and then our interview with Senator Kristen O'Shea.

Try the 3lb burger at Speck's Tavern Interview with Representative Jesse Borjon Plus all the local and state politically happenings, recapped. That and more on this week's Ballots + Brews with host Angel Romero https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK)

Here's the tap menu for the show! We're excited to start off talking with our friend Ryan from https://www.facebook.com/brewbanktopeka/?__cft__[0]=AZVq-mR1tok_lgCdWDTgrL3yDqXUlt1qg5jkaC-Gns9_aKBaG3JnNMyhXZ1PqwzBoKeYRU60XFFi3I3Sh4yPDd-JVrBUcSvKjQzfi00lwx_i9lugFMD33uLRHHmiDsLda4jXrzsEUPG8VAECn3xAKDJr&__tn__=kK-R (Brew Bank)! Then we've got LOTS of ground to cover both locally and at the statehouse- from big dollars getting spent on city infrastructure to the absolute hot mess that was this week's redistricting nonsense. And of course we get to talk with https://www.facebook.com/kelly.a.rippel?__cft__[0]=AZVq-mR1tok_lgCdWDTgrL3yDqXUlt1qg5jkaC-Gns9_aKBaG3JnNMyhXZ1PqwzBoKeYRU60XFFi3I3Sh4yPDd-JVrBUcSvKjQzfi00lwx_i9lugFMD33uLRHHmiDsLda4jXrzsEUPG8VAECn3xAKDJr&__tn__=-]K-R (Kelly Austin Rippel) from Kansans for Hemp about the push for medical cannabis and more in Kansas! TWITTER FACEBOOK Support this podcast

We talked with Ryan's Pub, a local watering hole in Brookwood Shopping Center keeping tradition alive. Then a chat with Rep Fred Patton That and more on this week's Ballots + Brews with host Angel Romero FOLLOW US TWITTER FACEBOOK Support this podcast

Interview with Brenda Dietrich and Kerrice Mapes from seveneightfive magazine shares her 2022 beergoals. CHEERS! Support this podcast

Interview with Morgan Lynn from Vern's Retail Liquor and an update on the status of COVID-19 in our community, and how we can stay safe during the holidays, with Derik Flerlage from the Shawnee County Health Department. Support this podcast

Upcoming events at Happy Basset and Barrel House plus interview with city councilman Brett Kell BALLOTS & BREWS https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Holiday events by seveneightfive magazine and interview with Spencer Duncan, city councilman district 8 FOLLOW BALLOTS + BREWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Write-in ballot "how-to" from Sarah Sanders and how and when to crush Kansas grapes and enjoy amazing wine - it's all happening at Crooked Post Winery. Here what's coming up from co-owner Lori Henderson. It's all tonight on Ballots & Brews with host Angel Romero. Cheers! https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Interview with newly elected mayor of Topeka Mike Padilla Support this podcast

Interview with Wes Thulin from Strathman Sales plus a one-on-one interview with candidates Regina Platt, Ariane Davis and Neil Dobler. All here on Ballots & Brews. https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Interview with candidates for District 5 plus we check in with Johnny's Tavern https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Meet the Candidates running for District 1 and District 9 plus we chat with Arial Coffman from Fedeli's Steak and Pasta located at The Weather Room in Cyrus Hotel. All that and more on this week's Ballots and Brews with your host Angel Romero. LET'S GET SOCIAL https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Part Two - Questions from the audience Support this podcast

Hear from 11 candidates in the upcoming election BONUS - play the drinking game while you listen https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) *This is a two-part podcast Support this podcast

Learn more about Norsemen Brewery's "Spookeasy" Halloween-themed pop-up bar! Plus a recap from this week's Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forum! FOLLOW THE SHOWhttps://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Interview with the Pennant (audio issues - sorry - you can skip to timestamp 12:30 min if needed) but summary of what is happening there plus interview with mayoral candidate Leo Cangiani FOLLOW US ON https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Season Two of Ballots + Brews, and just in time to talk about local elections. Join host Angel Romero every Thursday at 8p as he talks all things beer and politics. This week Angel visits with Happy Basset Brewing plus has an in-depth conversation with Topeka mayoral candidate Mike Padilla. https://twitter.com/ballotsbrews (TWITTER) https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK) Support this podcast

Season 1 Finale we interview Mayor Michele De La Isla (and also figure out that we are related by two cousins removed). Hear how Topeka's Mayor got her start, her experience as Mayor and hopes for the future. It's all right here on Ballots + Brews, KSEF Digital Radio, 785Live.com Support this podcast

Our special interview with Shawnee County Health Officer Dr. Erin Locke covering all kinds of ground from vaccines to masks to a "return to normalcy", and her hometown of WaKeeney, KS! Support this podcast

Interview with Tony Emerson and reprise of interview with Joanna from Burger Stand Support this podcast

Lots of school board talk and how to take action. Black Lives Matter Visit with Nic from "the oldest tavern" in Topeka and staple of Oakland Community. Preview of their annual Derby Party on May 1. #GetRailed Support this podcast

Christina Valdivia-Alcalá gets real with her role on city council and what it takes to be a good leader plus we get the first draw on the 2021 Tap That Topeka, the largest beer fest in the Midwest. You won't want to miss it, and be sure to grab a pretzel necklace (life changing). SHOW NOTES: Link to purchase Tap That Topeka Tickets: https://tickets.topekapartnership.com/e/tap-that-topeka/tickets (https://tickets.topekapartnership.com/e/tap-that-topeka/tickets) Shawnee County Health Department Vaccine Info: http://www.snco.us/hd/COVID19_Vaccination.asp (http://www.snco.us/hd/COVID19_Vaccination.asp) Kansas Vaccine Info: https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/ (https://www.kansasvaccine.gov/) Support this podcast

We've got an EXTRA SPECIAL edition of Ballots & Brews coming to you for tonight's new episode!  We sit down and crack open a beer with Derik Flerlage, Infectious Disease Division Manager with the Shawnee County Health Department to talk all things COVID-19!  Why do I still need a mask after I get vaccinated? What percent do we need to reach for "herd immunity" in our county? What can we expect in the months ahead? And more!  There is also a robust discussion about the awesomeness of Rossville, and a couple other side-notes. HOST: Angel Romero https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (FACEBOOK PAGE) https://785live.com/ (LISTEN LIVE) every Thursday at 8p and Friday at 8a on KSEF digital radio Topeka Support this podcast

Featuring interviews with Wes Thulin, Strathman Sales @TopekaBeer and City Councilman Neil Dobler. Plus, grab that beer as we take you through the past week of local, state and national politics. It's a doozie (again), so get your drinking game face on. Cheers! Ballots & Brews airs Thursday at 8pm on KSEF digital radio Topeka. Learn more at 785Live.com  Host: Angel Romero Support this podcast

Get a beer, or five...because this week has been a doozie.   We start with a great interview with Joanna Baker from Burger Stand and talk about the opening at their new location in Brookwood Shopping Center. Next is our round up (and thoughts on why you should still be wearing a mask). City Manager Brent Trout visit the show and shares with us what exactly a city manager does, what his team has been up to and then has a bit of fun as we school him on some local trivia. Finally, as always, is your Take Action moment. Nestled in today's Podcast (before Take Action moment) is a 60-second spot created for seveneightfive magazine / KSEF digital radio by local artist Seuss Mace.  Sit back, crack a cold one or pour yourself a pint of local goodness and get ready for another jam-packed episode of Ballots & Brews with your host Angel Romero. CHEERS! Support this podcast

It was another busy week in local politics. Join Ballots & Brews host Angel Romero for a recap, a look at The Pennant's new pop-up bar plus interview with Shawnee County Commissioner Aaron Mays and the who, when, where, how of COVID vaccine shots in Shawnee County.  It's all on this week's episode of Ballots + Brews, KSEF digital radio Topeka.  Learn more at 785Live.com  Follow Ballots & Brews on Facebook to stay-up-to-date CHEERS! Support this podcast

An interview with City Councilman Mike Lesser and Adam from Norseman Brewing Co.  A throw-back to Top City Thursdays, where and what the City Plan looks like and what happened this week in local politics.  All with your host Angel Romero Cheers! Ballots & Brews airs Thursdays at 8p and Fridays at 8a on KSEF digital radio Topeka. Learn more and listen live at 785Live.com  KSEF-DB is part of the seveneightfive magazine family Support this podcast

featuring Happy Basset Barrel House and interview with Lalo Munoz ORG. AIR DATE: 02.25.21 on KSEF-DB Listen live, learn more about the show, past episodes, etc all at https://785live.com/ (785Live.com ) https://785live.com/ (seveneightfive.com) #BallotsBrews Follow us on https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (Facebook) for updates and links we mention in our shows BALLOTS & BREWS Thursdays at 8pm + Fridays at 8am Support this podcast

Ballots & Brews takes a siesta from beer and talks cocktails with Chef Adam VanDonge, owner and chef of https://www.thewhitelinen.com/ (The White Linen. ) Next, we discuss JEDO (drink if this acronym is new to you) and the similes of college and the KS legislative session. Finally, (and most exciting)https://insurance.kansas.gov/about-us/ ( Kansas Insurance Commissioner) Vicki Schmidt joins us for a convo all insurance style. ORG. AIR DATE: 02.25.21 on KSEF-DB Listen live, learn more about the show, past episodes, etc all at https://785live.com/ (785Live.com ) https://785live.com/ (seveneightfive.com) #BallotsBrews Follow us on https://www.facebook.com/BallotsBrewsTopeka (Facebook) for updates and links we mention in our shows BALLOTS & BREWS Thursdays at 8pm + Fridays at 8am https://785live.com/shows/ballots-brews/ (Host: Angel Romero) Support this podcast

Interview with Topeka Deputy Major Mike Padilla, who visits Ballots & Brews on his birthday. Round Up discussion on sports gambling in Topeka plus exciting news about The BurgerStand moving from College Hill to Brookwood Shopping Center and Happy Basset's 785 Pale Ale.  Ballots & Brews airs every Thursday at 8p on KSEF-DB. Listen and learn more at 785Live.com  Host: Angel Romero Support this podcast

Interview with Katie from Celtic Fox located in downtown Topeka plus interview with councilwoman Karen Hiller who debuts a new city-wide project which includes Mosiac conversations with area organizations, leaders and neighborhoods. Plus a look at her favorites in District 1.  Host: Angel Romero Ballots & Brews airs on KSEF-DB every Thursday at 8pm. Listen live at 785Live.com  brought to you by seveneightfive magazine Support this podcast

Episode 3 featuring Brew Bank and Chief of Police Support this podcast

Interview with Norseman Brewing, Hannah Neager Topeka City Council plus weekly round-up and take action steps. Hear it live Thursday nights at 8p and Friday morning at 8a on 785Live.com CHEERS! Support this podcast

Political and pint aficionado, Angel Romero, checks in with Happy Basset Brewing (Topeka, KAN) and interviews Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab plus obscure Kansas law trivia. The interviews end with a political music piece: My Shot by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anthony Ramos, Daveed Diggs, Okieriete Onaodowan, Leslie Odom, Jr., Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton Support this podcast