Dedicated to the Craft

What would we do if we had a second chance to LIVE? How far would you go to protect the ones you care for?What sounds like a movie trailer is a preamble to a true hero's journey. Lance Corporal Kyle Carpenter had his life turned upside down on November 21, 2010, when he valiantly jumped on a live grenade to shield the blast from one of his brothers in arms. He defied the odds of survival (like, all the odds) and embarked on a recovery journey that would put his life on a whole new trajectory. In 2014, he received the nation's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his selfless actions. His unrelenting optimism and contagious energy have made him an example of what we can accomplish when we put a positive spin on everything that happens to us, good or bad.Life is how you craft it. Stay motivated. Call your mom.

Sean Haggerty has made it a life mission to protect. He has put everything on the line serving our country and is committed to doing the same for San Diego's iconic craft beer industry. Protector is San Diego's first certified organic brewery (no easy feat) and on this episode, Sean explains why taking the extra steps and the extra risk are non-negotiables. We don't just chat beer either; Sean and Jeff have an insightful conversation about entrepreneurship and mental resiliency. Tune in to find out why Protector is the next tasting room on your hit list.

Truly soaked with ambition, Eppig is a cold crashing powerhouse who's coming in hot. In a very short amount of time since our last chat, they have opened a new tasting room, secured distribution & have added to their amazing team of beer slingers. With a forever fermenting portfolio and a slew of festivals coming down the pipe, Our Favorite lagerbrau joins us on Dedicated To The Craft to give us all the details on everything his team is knocking out. Did we mention he brought gifts? Cold. Tasty. Gifts.

“Fostering the relationship between homebrewer and pro brewer.” That's what Homebrew Summer is all about, according to Brandon Hernandez from San Diego Beer News. It's an opportunity to bring both together and play off each other's strengths. Mo Nuspl from Deft Brewing and award-winning homebrewer Jared Rowley join us to chat about the 2nd annual HBS: what it is, why it's cool, and what it's done to forge a better relationship in our brewing community. For an industry founded on collaboration, this is next level.Be sure to check out all the participants, and see how you can be a part of next year's roster.

From bone dry to decadent sweet, mead can do it all. This week, we sit down with Billy Beltz and Magie Brennan from Lost Cause Meadery to chat about this delicious brew. Their medal winning meads are as craft as it gets. Though a lot of knowledge has been lost over time, the industry is experimenting and figuring it out together. Grab a glass of your favorite beverage and tune in to learn about this honey-based goodness.

Guys need hair ties too. This eureka moment led a couple of lusciously locked entrepreneurs to a successful pitch on Shark Tank, breaking a Guinness world record, launching a product line, and helping men all over the world embrace their inner Thor. The Longhairs company was born to fill a void in the marketplace and now founders El Rubio and El Moreno are on a crusade to bring “hair whips and high fives” to every man on the planet. They swung by Home Brew Mart to share their incredible story over a couple of beers and the best thing is: you don't need long hair to enjoy. Let it ride!

We are Legion!A declaration that Executive General Manager David Haigh and Team Manager Andre “Bo” Bosier of the San Diego Legion know will become a household mantra. As our hometown, star-studded rugby team continues to grow, so do the fans. On this episode, we touch on David's history as a player turned manager, Andre's military experience in team building, and how these experiences have helped forge unity and accountability throughout the organization. Along with Andre's history, we chat about the importance of supporting our military brothers and sisters and the 5/15 Military Appreciation home game, where they'll be honored for their contributions to our country. Rugby is an evolving sport here in San Diego. Who doesn't want to want to watch a fast paced, high-octane battle that always ends with mutual respect and a few rounds at the pub? We sure do!A very special thank you to our armed forces for continuing to fight for our freedom to do what we believe in.

Megan Olivi is in the storytelling business, and she is marvelously suited for her job. What does it take to become one of the most notable broadcasters for one of the biggest sports in the world? A dynamic personality helps but Megan believes it all boils down to having a genuine interest in people. Week after week she is able to take millions of viewers into the lives and mindset of world class athletes, peeling back the layers and helping them tell their amazing stories. In this episode, Megan shares some of HER stories and lets us in on what makes her so passionate about her craft. Her energy and positivity make for good listening.Cheers!

Juan Marante has a style rooted in coastal city culture. His art is so authentically his own that if you see his work on a shirt, poster, beer can or mural, you can instantly tell it's a El Gran Tocayo illustration. Inspired by surfboards, sunshine and suds, he has built an amazing career creating colorful and detailed doodles for some of the most recognized brands in the world. Comic strips and a love for hops have inspired a multitude of beautifully colored labels for some of your favorite breweries and we are stoked share his story and his passion.

Familia, Cerveza, Música y Fiesta. These are the core values behind Chula Vista's own 3 Punk Ales. A true testament to the neighborhood philosophy of "doing good in the hood", they have pushed against the odds and used their brewery as a seed from which local charity and foundations have sprouted. A place where people can go to enjoy great beer and company, 3PA is fostering an environment where all walks of life can feel at home. El Shamps, Levi Lewis and glasses join us to talk through their story, their mission and some of the ventures they are embarking on. Listen. Laugh. Salud!

Ale Sharpton: world-renowned beer authority, award-winning journalist, show host, social media extraordinaire, lobbyist, and pun master. To say he's is doing big things for the beer industry is the understatement of the decade. Ale has had his hands in the craft beer world for years and has helped shape the landscape of this industry. He left his home base of Atlanta and headed to the west coast to sit down with your host, Jeff Lozano, at Home Brew Mart. Sip along as they talk about everything this legend has accomplished and what he's up to next.

Starting out in a garage deep in Vista, CA, and growing into one of the coolest award-winning breweries on the SD Craft Beer scene. It is an absolute pleasure to be talking to the founders of Black Plague Brewing on this week's episode of #dedicatedtothecraftpodcastWhen pro skateboarder, Jordan Hoffart, and artist/tech wizard, Jarred Doss, met they had no idea that something epic just happened. It was their dedication to delicious beer and creating something great that drove them forward and resulted in Black Plague. If you're a misfit, renegade, underdog, or rebel, you are probably going to vibe with these guys. Tune in to hear their story and be sure to crack a can while listening along.Cheers!

If there is something happening in the SD beer community, you can bet that Brandon Hernández is going to be covering it. Founder and mastermind behind San Diego Beer News, he has his finger to the pulse on this ever-changing industry. Sip on your favorite local brew as they talk about the news that shook the craft beer world last week: Kings and Convicts officially coming to California with two new tasting rooms and a production facility in SD. Oh yeah, they're spilling the details!This is an episode filled with insider knowledge that you won't want to miss. So tune in as they deep dive into the San Diego Beer Awards, reflect on this past year, and look to the future. We're raising a glass to everything you are doing for the community Brandon, cheers!

New year, new #dedicatedtothecraftpodcast episode. For most of us, we are focused on fresh starts in 2022 but Troy and Claire Johnson decided to take that to another level. With the purchase of San Diego Magazine in late 2021 and the addition of a new baby, the couple is taking this year by storm. We sat down with Troy and his longtime associate/friend, David Martin, to have them give us the inside scoop on the changes, challenges, and absolute pleasures of working in SD media.Tune in now and get some tips on where to eat, drink, and hang from the local experts themselves! Need more? Follow along with @sandiegomag for all your San Diego knowledge. Cheers!

There has always been an undeniable parallel between the craft beer and the craft coffee worlds. Here on #dedicatedtothecraft you know we are all about highlighting local legends who simply put, are exceptionally good at what they do. Enter, Caffe Calabria. A local SD hotspot and one of our longest collaborators who we work with each year to bring you your favorite coffee and vanilla Imperial Porter, Victory At Sea. Today we are sitting down and getting a coffee buzz with owner, Arnie Holt, and roaster, Jacob Guerrero-Marquez. We are talking Victory At Sea Days, how to pour the perfect cup of coffee, dirty chai lattes, Chai Victory At Sea, and so much more.Tune in now and be sure to catch all the variations on this OG Porter this weekend at VAS Days!

If you have a soft spot for ugly Christmas sweaters, borderline inappropriate jokes, collaborative beer, and an overall great time, then this episode is made for you. When it comes to having fun at work, nobody does it better than the Tipsy Elves team! You probably know them for their tongue-in-cheek designs or maybe from their start on Sharktank, but when we met them we just knew that our worlds HAD to collide. Two San Diego-based brands that like to make cool things and drink great brews? Yeah, there is no way we pass it up.On this week's episode of #dedicatedtothecraft, we sit down with Jaclyn Keady and Nick McPherson and dive into this unconventional company and our festive collaboration. From company culture to the BP x Tipsy Elves sweater we made we are covering it all. Throw on your onesie, grab your beer, and tune in!

Above all Brandon Montgomery is a storyteller. Interested in community and dedicated to inclusivity he has tapped into a niche that has long been overlooked. A craft beer connoisseur, a travel fiend, and genuinely just a super cool dude to sit down and have a beer with. He has cultivated a space online where Black and POC people can comfortably step into the world of craft beer.The man behind Black Beer Travelers and Diversify Your Palate created a map of Black and POC-owned breweries and wineries which has become a huge resource to the craft community. On this episode of #dedicatedtothecraft we sit down with Brandon as he walks us through his inspirations, experiences, and more. Tune in now!

Babe Kombucha is the magic that happens when friends and family come together over a shared passion. In this case, delicious and locally made kombucha. On this week's episode we sat down with the co-founders and head brewer to get the full story on the booch that's taking over the town. Carol and Vinnie are siblings who grew up in southern Brazil, but it was the embrace of the healthy, coastal San Diego lifestyle that inspired them to dive into the world of kombucha. Pair that with Travis Davenport's years of dedication and expertise in the booch brewing world and you have a recipe for success (not to mention an absolute dream team). Grab a beer or kombucha and settle in for this inspiring story about a team who is showing up every single day and dedicating themselves to their craft!

Have you ever had a mimosa flight at ‘Crushed' in Pacific Beach and wondered who the mastermind was? We found the man behind the creation! This week we sat down with Jay Jones, Head of Sales for Westbrew! Jay is a legend in the beer industry because of his extensive experience working with several major craft breweries and his incredible beer knowledge and ability to bring people together. Jay takes us down memory lane as he tells us how his love for craft beer started at a young age. With two decades under his belt, Jay has a unique and veteran perspective to working in the industry. Listen in as Jay talks about the importance of creativity, beer variations, and consumer inclusivity in a successful brewery.

Sunglasses are synonymous with San Diego. We had to get the inside scoop on a local sunglass company that has been producing sunnies for over 15 years! This week we sit down with the founder and CEO of Knockaround Sunglasses, Adam Moyer. Adam talks about the inception of Knockaround when he was just 23 years old in grad school for art. He explains how he wanted Knockaround sunglasses to be both fun and durable, yet also provide consumers high-quality sunglasses that won't break the bank. Adam also shares his passion for giving back to the San Diego community by donating products to local firefighters and asking local elementary students to design a pair of sunglasses. Listen in and enjoy this story of dedication to locally crafted sunglasses.

The Man, the Myth...the Lager Legend. This week we had the chance to chat with Puesto Head Brewer, Doug Hasker! Doug has been in the beer industry for 31 years! Doug's interest in brewing was fostered by his dad and eventually turned into a career brewing for Gordon Biersch. Doug shares some of the knowledge he's gained over the years and tells us about how he became known as a master of the lager style. Now brewing for Puesto, Doug and his brewing assistant, Jacob Bosh, brew complex and delicate beers. Doug and Josh won a 2021 Great American Beer Fest Silver medal for dark lager, “Negra”! Even after 30 years, Doug says he's making some of the “best beers of his career.” Grab an award winning Puesto “Negra” and enjoy the episode.

When music is your life, there's no bigger dream than turning it into your career and giving back to your community in the process. This week, we sit down with Xavier The X-Man. Xavier has a deep connection with music from childhood and tells us about his love for curating music for his listeners. He talks about the impact his Mexican and Filipino cultures have had on him and what life was like growing up in an immigrant family. Xavier turns his passion for low-riders into an opportunity to give back to those who need it most. He was recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2016 and is celebrated with the officially proclaimed “Xavier The X-Man Day” every year on September 16th. Follow along with Xavier and his upcoming events @XavierTheXMan.

Imagine that your artistic vision was so inspiring that it warranted a Hot Wheels replica! Well, that's exactly what happened to a local San Diego businessman. This week we had the chance to sit down with Co-founder of SD Wrap, Ramin Niroomand. Ramin's team of experts and passionate enthusiasts help create dream cars by wrapping their customers' luxury vehicles. Ramin talks about how passion and persistence keep him artistically motivated to break barriers and try new things. Ramin discusses his experience as a former musician in a band that traveled throughout the world for shows. Did we forget to mention that Ramin co-owns a watch company called “Nocturnal Watches” too? There's nothing this brilliantly artistic man won't do. Grab your favorite beer and enjoy the episode!

At Ballast Point, our roots stem from the love of homebrewing. This year we had the opportunity to sponsor the annual San Diego Homebrew Brew Summer! Twelve local breweries shared a beer recipe that homebrewers could make at home and homebrewers sent out recipes for breweries to replicate. To get some insight into the Homebrew Summer series we sat down with the founder of San Diego Beer News, Brandon Hernandez; Five Suits Brewing owner, Nick Corona; and Quaff member, Jared Rowley. Brandon describes the thought process behind creating this inclusive experience. Nick talks about his love for collaboration with others in the beer industry and his experience recreating one of the Homebrew Summer homebrewer's recipes. Jared, one of the homebrewers whose recipe was recreated, explains the excitement of being nominated and the wonderful experience he had working with local professional brewers and homebrewers. Grab a pint of your finest homebrew and enjoy the episode!

Last but certainly not least, we sit down with the crew behind BeerX, our friends over at 91X. Not only are they one of the most iconic alternative rock stations, but they have put on some rocking events over the years. Listen in as we sip on some 91XPA (specially brewed with the crew), chat about the radio station's craft for coordinating events, and their love our hometown, San Diego. The music, the food and the beer were all amazing at BeerX. Let's raise a glass and cheers to 91X for a fun event!

In our next installment of the BeerX podcast series, we chat with some awesome local breweries. We sit down with Latchkey, Eppig, Westbrew and Karl Strauss to talk about our favorite subject: BEER. We talk through all the delicious brews highlighted at the festival; Lagers, Kettle Sours, West Coast IPA's, just to name a few! We're all so pumped to be sharing these beers with the community once again! Listen in as we cheers to good beers! Catch the whole three-part series on our website. Episode 1/3, BeerX: The Bands is available for listening now.

Join us for our first ever beer fest podcast series, live from BeerX! Between the good vibes, great music, tasty food and delicious beer, we couldn't have asked for a better day. In our first installment, we had the pleasure of sitting down with a few awesome artists – Tribal Theory, J Boog, and Arise Roots. Listen in as we chat about how these bands dedicate themselves to their craft, talk about their favorite beers, and tell us about some projects they have brewing. Stay tuned for our next two BeerX recap podcasts coming out this week!

A podcast, a social club, a foundation, and so much more. Emo Brown Organization is doing it all! Today we sit down with Emo Brown and 3 Punks Ales Co-founder, Steve Garcia and Emo Brown Advocate, Justin Clint. The guys share their passion for giving back to the people of South Bay, planting the seeds of opportunity, and investing in their community. Learn all about their scholarships, tailored toward helping under privileged youth, and how they hope those scholarships make a positive impact. Emo Brown scholarship applications are open now through July 31st! For more information, check out @emo_brown on Instagram. We'll see you at the Emo Brown Golf Tournament on August 13th, 2021!

While they hail from Hawaii, Pepper has found their home in San Diego. This week we sit down with singer and guitarist of Pepper, Kaleo Wassman, and Danielle from the 91x morning show to talk all things music. Kaleo and Danielle talk about the upcoming BeerX festival that Pepper is headlining. Kaleo shares his positive outlook on life and how that positivity has helped him learn, grow, and pivot into some killer opportunities during the pandemic. What's this about a coincidental paperclip connection? Listen in on this episode of Dedicated to the Craft to find out! Make sure to follow along with Pepper @pepperlive, Danielle @91xsandiego, and follow @beerxsandiego for festival updates.

This week is our first in person podcast! We head to the skate park to do some kick flips & chat with a legendary San Diego professional skater, Willy Santos. Willy tells us the awesome story of how he was personally invited to join Tony Hawk's skate group, launching his skating career! Willy also shares his love for skating, his passion for coaching and enjoyment of being an ambassador for his Philippine culture. Grab your board, beer or both and enjoy this episode. Don't forget to check out all the cool merch at WillysWorkshop.com and follow him @willysantos

Who's in for a better-for-you adult beverage? This week we chat with Local Roots Hard Kombucha's co-founder Joe Carmichael and sales representative, Joe Fuentes. Health issues are what originally drew Carmichael to non-alcoholic kombucha. He decided he wanted to make the switch from vectors to scobys to follow his passion and make this healthy beverage fun. The crew started with recipes revolving around interesting cocktail flavors, including Cali Mule and Strawberry Mojito, to give people an idea of what to expect in their beverage. Joe and Joe discuss their company ethos – bringing people together, giving back to their community, and putting their booch where their mouth is. Be on the lookout for a Local Roots special release coming soon! Follow @localrootskomnucha on social platforms to keep up on the latest happenings.

An Arbor, a Greenhouse, an Oasis, and killer beer? Does it get any better than that? This week we sit down with Burgeon Beer Company's co-founder, Anthony Tallman and their sales representative, Cesar Torres. We go back in time and talk about Anthony's experience in craft beer and how he and two friends from high school came to start this ever-growing beer company. Anthony tells us about his passion for brewing and how his creativity continues to inspire him to try new recipes. We learn about everything Burgeon, from their gorgeous locations to their beautiful packaging and the wings so good they've been deemed the “stupid wings”. Burgeon has frequent can releases! Keep up with their latest beers by following them at @burgeonbeer on social platforms.

When a friendly dare leads to opening a craft brewery, you're sure to get some exciting beer. This week, Darrel Brown, aka Lance Savagewood, of Savagewood Brewery joins us to share his story. Darrel tells us about how his homebrew success gave him the confidence to open a brewery of his own. We chat crazy beer ideas, learn about the undercover assignment that led to the Savagewood name, and chat about how regulars became the savage family at this neighborhood spot. Follow along at @SavagewoodBrewing to stay up to date with Darrel and his crazy brews.

Yer· ba ma· té, a beverage with a rich history, has landed in San Diego with a hard twist. Josh, Alex, and Ryder, our friends over at Kove, join us this week to tell us more about this new-to-market liquid. Kove's hard yerba mate is naturally fermented and low in ABV. It's a delicious substitute for coffee, sans the caffeine crash. The guys tell us about the winding roads that led them to this alternative beverage, how they embrace the art of living, and their dedication to their community and sustainability. Tune in for info about their taproom grand opening over at the acre of awesome on June 18th and follow along on social at @kove.yerbamate.

It’s time for a lesson on our favorite beverage with Chris Leguizamon aka The Beer Educator! Chris is an advanced Cicerone and certified BJCP Beer Judge. From homebrewing to judging in beer competitions, he’s done it all. This week, we deconstruct some of our flagship beers, talk beer history, beer styles, brewing, glassware, and more! Aspiring Cicerones listen up as Chris shares his advice on the process! Want to learn more? Chris will be hosting a virtual book club that is meant to lift and empower the beer community! Follow Chris on Instagram to learn more about the virtual book club and stay connected @chris.thebeereducator .

Gin with a side of sustainability? Count us in! ReBru Spirits was born out of the idea of doing more by wasting less. This week we sit down and chat “re-crafted spirits” with ReBru’s head distiller, Neil Lotz, assistant distiller, Wili Fleming and Creative Director, Christine Cole. Neil, Wili, and Christine tell us about how ReBru turns out-of-code beer into delicious spirits. This crew has a passion for sustainability and making a difference that's apparent in every aspect of their business, from the seals on their bottles to their resident rooster. They even have a zero-waste cocktail program! Want to learn more about this eco-friendly distillery? Follow along on social @ReBruSpirits.

Kick back, grab a Sculpin, and join us for a trip down memory lane at “Hombrew Heaven.” This week, we sit down with Home Brew Mart OGs Jason Carlson, Matt Davis and George Cataulin. Jason serenades us with his sweet tunes and tells us about his virtual homebrew classes. George takes us back in time to the creation of Sculpin IPA, a beer he once thought would be a one-off, and explains the passion behind his beer “Oh My Stars”. Matt lets us in on his homebrew story from novice to pro and personal advice he gives to aspiring brewers. You won’t want to miss this episode all about “the happiest store on the planet.” Take it from us, these guys rock.

Kombucha and seltzers and beers, oh my! That’s right, we’re talking two brands under one roof. This week we chat with Andy Sist, Kyle Pool and Cody Morris; the masterminds behind New Motion and Embolden Brewing. New Motion was born of Andy and Kyle’s passion to create “better for you” products. Embolden came into the mix when Cody, a brewer in the San Diego craft scene for years, boldly left the stability of his previous position for the creative freedom of a startup. These guys make it their mission to create a one stop shop where everyone can find a beverage they love. From “seltzers with benefits” aka hard tea, to hazy west coast IPAs, the innovation is aplenty. What’s this talk about a pastry seltzer collab? Listen in to learn more! Grab a Hard Sparkling Tea or A Brave the Haze DIPA and enjoy the show. Follow along on social @drinknewmotion and @emboldenbrewing.

It looks like there’s a 5th suit in the deck! This week we sit down with the jack of all spades, founder of 5 Suits Brewing, Nick Corona. From the beer that got him started to his gold medal winning homebrew to opening a tasting room, Nick takes us through his journey in craft. A heart of gold, he shares the awesome beer program he created to give back to our local health care workers. This family-owned business exudes positivity and strives for unforgettable consumer experiences. It’s certainly not a gamble in our books. 5 suits beer is a sure thing! Follow along with 5 Suits @fivesuitsbrewing on social channels.

“Hoppy Beer, Hoppy Life”, a slogan many beer lovers live by and the inspiration behind San Diego’s first beer gear company. In this week’s episode of Dedicated to The Craft, we sit down with the creator of the Hoppy Beer Hoppy Life company, Fede Savinon! Fede takes a walk down memory lane, through his homebrewing days and many craft brewery visits, as he tells us about how HBHL was created. He pages through his sketch book to give our video viewers an exclusive look at his hand drawn designs. This professional drinker gives us his ‘layover style’ recommendation on which three local breweries are San Diego must-sees. Grab your favorite brew and listen in to find out which breweries make up his current favorites list. For the latest and greatest beer gear, follow @hoppybeerhoppylife on social channels.

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s the Ballast Point Sky Lab! What is that you ask? This week we sit down with quality analyst, Matt Gallegher and sensory analyst, Adam Minjares to find out! Matt and Adam give us a behind-the-scenes look into the world of packaging quality, beer analytics, and sensory analysis. Matt goes in depth about some of the quality checks that ensure great beer: carbonation, fill level, and more. Adam, the sensory guru, discusses assessing the flavor profile in beer and provides listeners with tips for having the best sensory beer experience. These two are truly dedicated to the craft and committed to ensuring top-notch quality in the Ballast Point beers you enjoy! Crack open a Passing Haze IPA and learn to “deconstruct a beer” with us!

Pushing the limits of craft brewing, one sake at a time. Gluten, sulfite & tannin-free, it’s a drink like you’ve never had before! Join us this week as we chat with Setting Sun Sake Brewing’s President and Head of Brewing Operations, Josh Hembree. Josh talks about how his drive to create an “aha moment” led him to the challenge that is brewing great sake. We discuss how Josh’s experiences as a 10-year beer-industry veteran shaped his approach to sake and he shares the inspiration behind the fun canned-sake flavors. Josh is dedicated to educating San Diego on these delicious brews and we are here for it. Have an Arizona Bae Session Style Sake and learn about the wonderful world of sake. For information on Setting Sun events and releases, follow @SettingSunSake on social channels.

Beer for all occasions and any time of the day? Count us in! This week we sit down with Athletic Brewing Co-Founders Bill Shufelt and John Walker to chat about bringing non-alcoholic beer to the craft brew capital of the country, San Diego. Bill and John talk about their love for beer and drive to create brews that go hand-in-hand with a healthy, active lifestyle. They discuss how the deficit of non-alcoholic brews within the beer industry sparked an entrepreneurial challenge to fill that void. Listen in to hear how these delicious brews continue to spread positivity and make strides within the non-alcoholic genre. Enjoy this awesome story while you drink your Trailblazer Hoppy Lager. Follow along with @AthleticBrewing on social channels to hear more about their story!

You don't win championships with orange juice. Introducing Legion Lager, the Official Craft Beer of the SD Legion! Join COO/the "King," Chris Bradley, Legion Co-Owner, Ryan Patterson, and Legion Player, Joe Pieterson on this week's Dedicated To The Craft episode. The guys talk about Rugby's growing popularity in the US, the upcoming SD Legion season, and the passion and philosophy that brought our local organizations together. Legion Lager limited release 16oz cans will be available in BP Tap Rooms this Thursday (while supplies last) and on draft all season long!

In honor of International Women's Collaboration Brew Day, we sit down with four amazing ladies from the Pink Boots Society on this week’s #DedicatedtotheCraft episode! Founder, Teri Fahrendorf, Former President, Laura Ulrich, and San Diego Chapter Co-Leaders Lexi Martin and Amy Spackman share a few stories and a few beers with us. Listen in to hear how they pay it forward, provide a continuous learning and support system, network, and empower women across multiple beverage industries. Want to support the Pink Boots Society? Text PINKBOOTS to 78896 to donate $5 to the society! You can follow these ladies on social as well: @pinkbootssociety , @lexi.russell.martin and @thecraftyogi

Our super talented R&D team sit down to discuss the latest innovation: The Brothers Gus. From a funny idea over a few beers to 2 new package releases, listen in as Aaron and the Chris’s officially introduce us to Big Gus (IPA) and Wee Gus (Hoppy Lager). Be sure to head to one of our tasting rooms to try these two new beers out!

Coffee, vanilla, and beer: a priceless combination. We've been celebrating our collaboration with San Diego's own Caffe Calabria at Victory at Sea Day for years. The annual celebration includes rare riffs on the brew, pirate costumes, specialty merch and more. 2020 shipwrecked our initial plans, but we’re back. To toast next week's celebration (now a weeklong instead of just one day!), we sit down with the owner of Caffe Calabria, Arne Holt, to reminisce on how it all began. Listen in to hear about the origin of this brew, the story of Arne’s cafe hosting San Diego Guild meetings that developed San Diego Beer Week - unbeknownst to him, and the original Victory at Sea Day event. #DedicatedToTheCraft #VictoryAtSeaDay

This year's #CACraftBeerWeek is all about supporting local communities and making an impact. To celebrate, we sit down with Doug Constantiner, CEO of #societybrewing and Lee Doxtader, Co-Founder of #sandiegobrewing company. These two discuss their humble beginnings within the craft beer industry and how they continue to spark ingenuity and creativity with their brews year after year. If you live in San Diego or throughout California, be sure to support your local breweries this week (and every week!). Sit back, relax, and crack open a “Harlot” or “San Diego IPA”.

Born in San Diego, Ballast Point Brewing Co. seeks to engage in opportunities that positively impact the lives of those in need in our hometown. It is with much excitement that we are partnering with UC San Diego Extension to award the Brewing for Diversity scholarship to one participant annually! To get more details on this initiative, we sit down with the people behind the scholarship, our Community Engagement Manager Misha Collins, UC San Diego Extension's Brewing Certificate Program Manager Kyle Wiskerchen and Second Chance Beer Company CEO/San Diego Brewers Guild incoming President Virginia Morrison. Misha, Kyle and Virginia talk about their passion for the craft beer industry, the need for diversity and their roles in making this scholarship come to life. Crack open a “Winter Wonder” and learn how this scholarship aims to increase diversity in the brewing community and foster the next generation of brewers. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, please visit ballastpoint.com/brewingfordiversity

Do you love a little spice in your beer? Valentine’s day is just around the corner and we’ve found just the beer for this occasion. This week we sit down with General Manager, Thomas Kiely and Director of Brewing, Shawn Steele from Thorn Brewery Company. These two share insights on the delicious chocolate beer called “Spicy Maya”, a dry Irish stout collab with Chuao Chocolatier. Another beer Thorn Brewery delight being shared with us is a Michelada, made with a little spice and everything nice. Have a beer and listen along as Tom and Shawn discuss their passion for creativity and making beer the community loves. For updates on Thorn Brewery’s latest and greatest beers follow them on Twitter and Instagram @thornbeer

In our 25th year, we can't help but look back at our early days. Travel back in time with us to relive the beginnings of Ballast Point at Home Brew Mart, through the lens of some of its earliest employees, Colby Chandler, Daren Rudy, and Larry Monasakanisn. Dubbed the "Woodstock" of brewing by Larry, Home Brew Mart holds a special place not only in our hearts, but the brewing industry in general. Listen in for some OG stories, early day brews, and the evolution of Home Brew Mart after the launch of Ballast Point 25 years ago.