Prose and Bros

Prose and Bros last episode before the long hiatus, in addition to testing the RSS feed is a reminder of who the Bros are and what they do.

This Halloween, four ghoulish brews that go bump in the night return to give the Bros a wicked fright. Or at least a wicked buzz. In Halloween fashion, it's time for our first sequel as we once again sample "Sharing Sizes" by Free Will Brewing. We'll discuss each of four beers that certainly aren't related to Twix, Almond Joy, Peanut Butter Cups, and Thin Mints. We'll talk about the changes in each brew as well as what's up with Free Will these days. Alongside the brews we'll be talking about the history of candy and its relationship to trick or treating. Come have a spooky brew and share some good times, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

A Pretzel, a Pig, and a Baby Baboon take a fantastic ride on a flying balloon and while they pass by a bright Hanover moon they look down and they see...Snyder's of Hanover! This may sound like gibberish, but your Bros are on a fantastical journey this week with Captain Lawrence Brewing Company and their collaboration with Snyder's of Hanover which created Snyder Bier. This marzen style beer certainly tastes like pretzels and we'll talk all about the history of Snyder's of Hanover while we sample this delicious brew. While talking pretzel's we'll also be talking about children's author Kenn Nesbitt who is certainly not as crazy as Shel Silverstein when it comes to the wild world of children's poetry. We'll talk his busy schedule and how he's delivering poetry to children during the pandemic. So grab a beer and join us for another great episode!Cheers!

What's that I see? Some island filled with strange peoples of different sizes and beliefs? Why, I daresay Captain Gulliver it's...it's! Yes! Staten Island. This week we're sampling Little Baby IPA (The tiniest IPA) straight from Staten Island NYC. Flagship Brewing's IPA gets paired with plenty of Steve Urkel references and discussions of Pizza Rat. Paired with this brew, whether Skip understands him or not, is Jonathan Swift and his most famous of works Gulliver's Travels. We read a brief excerpt explaining how Gulliver winds up as the tiniest of babies in Brobdingnag. While discussing Swift we'll also be talking his tumultuous love life, religion, and everyone's favorite topic, U2. So grab a brew, get ready for some travels, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

Roll initiative! The Bros are bringing you a special pairing this week straight from their journeys to the land of Indianapolis for the 54th running of Gencon! Quick, what name is synonymous with Role Playing games? If you said E. Gary Gygax, then you paid attention to the title of this episode! Yes, we found a poem by none other than E. Gary Gygax and while it doesn't nearly do the brilliance of this gaming mind justice, it shows that in the end rules were way more beneficial to Gygax's career than poetry ever could have been. Paired with the history of Gygax we're looking at Sun King Brewing's "Genevieve," which is the official beer of Gencon. Sit back and find a brew to pair with this episode, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

Listeners of Prose and Bros, this week we rise against the biggest threat to both women and men of this world. That's right, we're taking down "The Pastryarchy." Duclaw's sweet treat brew divides our hosts as the Bros discuss why Root Beer Floats are either disgusting or amazing, since this version of the Pastryarchy is taking on a decidedly uniquely American form. Paired with this brew we're discussing a classic poem in "A Woman's Labour," by Mary Collier. One of the first poetic oppositions to mansplaining, this poem rolls of the tongue and lifts our rebellious spirits. So join us as we rise up to fight the power, and as always, enjoy!Cheers!

What is best in life?  To crush your enemies. See them driven before you. And to drink the fermentations of their hops. Yes, listeners, this week we're talking about Conan the Barbarian, or more specifically the father of Conan, Sword and Sorcery, and a master of the Pulp Genre the one and only Robert E Howard. We talk Texas and the oil life, but all that talking causes a mighty thirst. That's where RAR comes in. In addition to sounding like a dinosaur's roar, this brewery brings us "Pulp!" Not wood pulp, citrus pulp, and we talk Batman and Beer for a bit while rating this brew and author. Grab the pulp of your choice, flex your strong man might, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

The Devil went up to Bethlehem, he was looking for the Bros this week, he brought cans of beer, a surly sneer, and was listening for prose critiques, your two hosts met the Slanderer and offered up a cheers, 'cause when rating brews you pay your dues if you want any sort of career.That's right listeners, this week we'll be talking about the Prince of Darkness, the Father of All Lies, the Author of all Sin, Dante. Er...that is, the Devil! We're rating Surly Brewing's "Give the Devil His Due" and discussing all manner of wicked fiends such as Count Chocula, Alice Cooper, and Prohibition laws. Paired with this beer is an excerpt from Dante's The Inferno, where we get one of the first descriptions of Satan in verse form. Of course we'll discuss some of the other people Dante meets in hell, including of course Harry Potter, but don't let me spoil all the surprises. Tune in, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

The Bros are lost in space this week, tasting Tired Hands brewing's "Alien Church." We discuss the negative sides of success for Tired Hands, and everything they're working to improve upon in the future. While discussing their controversy we also discuss MIB, science fiction cults, and everything sci fi. As usual, we've paired this beer with a Dill favorite poet, and this week that poet is Galway Kinnell. This American Poet who created his own persona in his poetry is an interesting American who contributed to various social causes during the tumultuous 60's, all while writing poetry that has stood the test of time. Join us for another great episode, grab a brew, and enjoy.Cheers!

Do you know Where the Sidewalk Ends? Have you ever Fallen Up?  We could go on with the puns, but it's no surprise to our astute listeners who read the titles of the episode that this week's poet is none other than Shel Silverstein. It's "Peanut Butter Sandwiches" time, as we dive into the history of one of the world's greatest children's poets (and one of Playboy's most prolific cartoonists.) While discussing what makes an adult author compose for children, and why a father would name is child Sue, we'll be sampling a delicious Peanut Butter Chocolate Dunkel with the apt name of "Dunkelshaun." "Dunkelshaun," from Great Barn Brewing, is a Peanut Butter Chocolate beer like none other, and we'll go into what makes this brewery unique as well. So grab a Peanut Butter sandwich, a bottle of "Dunkelshaun," and enjoy.Cheers!

The Bros are going berry picking this week, sampling both blueberries and blackberries despite Skip's complaining. As the second of Dill's Michigan beer adventures, Cheboygan Brewing's "Blueberry Cream Ale" is being sampled. We'll learn what Cheboygan means (not "the good land,") and what goes into this fun to say city's history. Paired with this brew is one of the most important poets of the 20th century, Seamus Heaney. In addition to debating how to pronounce his name, we discuss life on the farm, Miley Cyrus, and Too Hot to Handle. It's another great episode, so sit back and enjoy.Cheers!

You read that right, this week's poet is none other than famed superstar Pamela Anderson, who wrote a poem for Hugh Hefner at his passing. The Bros will respectively look at Anderson's poem as well as her prolific history including her writing. Paired with Anderson's tribute to Hugh Hefner is Frankenmuth Brewing's "The Hef." Your hosts will explore the history of Michigan's oldest craft brewery and why Frankie the Dachshund is so important to this prolific establishment. Join us on the first of two Michigan beer themed episodes from Dill's recent travels, and as always, enjoy. Cheers!

"All Shall Perish" is the theme of this week's episode, and as morbid a thought as that is your hosts find a way to bring the humor this week as we explore Adroit Theory's brew. While the Bros discuss the origins of this Virginia Based Brew, they'll discuss how the brewery ties into Nine Inch Nails and what exactly esoteric means. Paired with this week's beer is the poem "But You Didn't," which we're crediting to Merrill Glass but which the Bros discover isn't as easy a creditation as one might expect. We'll go into a little bit of what import originality has on poetry and what happens when art goes beyond itself. Esoteric indeed this week, as we hope you'll join us and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

Yes, shockingly this week, the Bros will be sampling beer! Or more specifically "Beer" by poet George Arnold. This contemporary of Whitman lends his passion to the podcast as we discuss one of the most important bars to ever serve American Poetry. While worrying about "Perfection" and other anxiety inducing board games, the Bros will also sample Oskar Blues "Dale's Pale Ale." From who Dale is, to what brewery holds the record for longest running brewery to exclusively brew in cans, we'll look at the history of this rapidly expanding American classic. Join us for another great episode, and as always, enjoy!Cheers!

It's time for the Bros to explore the Other Half, of brewing that is, with Other Half Brewing's "All Things Citra." This recommendation from the local beer store allows our hosts to explore the history of the hero Broccoli Boy, all the boroughs of New York City, and of course, Pastry Town. Paired with this brew is one of India's most important Poet's, Valmiki. Discussing a little bit about the Ramayana, the Bros also get into a discussion on the many meanings of the word Citra in Sanskrit, including the poetry style Citrakavya. It's an episode exploring all things citra, and we hope you enjoy!Cheers!

It's the Bros 100th episode! Except...not really. The Bros have completed 100 ratings, however, so we're past 50 episodes as we continue into our second year of recording Prose and Bros. In celebration, we're looking into the creations of our two intrepid hosts and discussing the creative process. Lindco's first Lager is on discussion, as Skip goes over some of the elements of brewing and what he'd do differently. Meanwhile, Dill reads his large work The Dreams and discusses a bit of why Inception is one of the enemies of the podcast. It's a chill sode this week, but as always, enjoy.Cheers!

Viva Las Vegas this week listeners, as the Bros drink a brew brought from Skip's recent trip to Las Vegas. Banger Brewing out of Vegas turns out to be a unique destination for the City of Lights, as craft beer just isn't all that popular a vice for Sin City. Skip found a way, however, and brings "Stormtrooper Paradox" to Prose and Bros with no Star Wars puns. Paired with this stout is Richard Lovelace and his poem "A Paradox." Not surprisingly, in discussing this Cavalier's history we get into a little bit of Wild Wild West, as well as English History and other shenanigans. Roll up to the podcast and be sure to enjoy.Cheers!

The Bros travel west to Lancaster county this week, where Dill is reminded that the correct pronunciation is like kester not caster. But in addition to his pronunciation being corrected, he'll learn all about the history of brewing in Lancaster county, and how it's lead to Lancaster Brewing Company and their delicious "Strawberry Wheat Ale." While discussing the rise of craft breweries we'll also be reading a local poet William S. Trout, former school teacher and professor of the area. We'll discuss his poem "Du Temps Perdu" which has nothing to do with Big 10 schools, and why this poet with over 750 poems to his name has been relatively unheard of. Join us for another brew and poem and enjoy.Cheers!

It's listener request time this week, as the Bros take a recommendation to review Allagash White. This Maine brew, perfect for a summer day or any other, takes us through the history of it's head brewer who does the work of ten men! Or at least one Rob Tod. Paired with this delicious Wit is Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, one of the most important poets in American history. Reading his sonnet "The Galaxy," we discuss MIB (not surprisingly), as well as American Presidents and the danger of 1800's fashion. Join us on another journey through beer and poetry, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

He's back! Pound, that is, and we'll look at his later poetry when we rate the 1st of Ezra's famed Cantos. While we dissect the poetry we'll also go over his history, including the famed radio broadcasts, his lengthy connections in the literary world, and who lives longest in the triad of Ezra's love life. Paired with this crazed poet is Three Head Brewing's "Big Head Stout." While we discuss Red Wood's and Jungle Gym's we'll look into Three Head's history and why a pounder is called a pounder. Join us for our first true two parter, and as always, enjoy.Cheers!

The Bros go modern this week when they sample Modist (not modest) Brewing and their beer "Rhinestone Eyes." Chosen by Skip, this beer doesn't disappoint, and we'll discuss its relationship to Sin City, along with Skip's habit of Gatling Gun humor. Paired with this delightful IPA is Ezra Pound and his famed poem "In a Station of the Metro." We've discussed Imagism in the past, and it's time to discuss the controversial founder of the movement that Amy Lowell took over during her poetry time. We'll highlight the talent but also the controversial elements of one of poetry's most most influential poet's (at least as far as his connections go.) So join us as we dive into the first part of Ezra Pound's life as well as proclaim a new enemy, and friend of the podcast. Enjoy!Cheers!

This week is a special episode as the Bros add another bro with guest host Tarq! He brings brews from the Land of the Great Lakes, Michigan, with M-43 by Old Nation Brewing. This Highway themed beer tickles our fancies and brings about some major disagreements as far as ratings, while also inspiring some new podcast enemies. Paired with this brew is a poem by a true pioneer for women, Margaret Curry Rorke. In addition to an esteemed law career and many firsts for Michigan Women, Margaret Rorke also brought a world of poetry to the world that her children share to this day at https://poemsforallseasons.com/ which we recommend you check out. While we discuss her poetry we get into discussions of what makes a Michigander, Metallica, and all the other diversions you expect from these crazy Bros. Enjoy the episode!Cheers!

Summer is upon us and with its sweltering arrival the Bros have decided to do an oldie but a good (enoughie), Corona. Meaning crown, and having nothing to do with light, we'll discuss why Corona has its signature clear long neck bottles while convincing Taylor/Skip that this beer does not belong in bad beer month. While we get our beach on we'll be pairing Corona with Amado Nervo's "Esperanza" or "Hope." One of Mexico's most important literary figures and a great ambassador to boot, we'll discuss the tragedy of his love life and how it almost ran him into the priesthood! All while inserting our usual blend of sarcasm and pop culture references. Who's the new enemy of the podcast this week? Listen to find out!Cheers!

The Bros continue exploring beers not from America this week, as they venture into the Middle East with Almaza Pilsener. While enjoying this uniquely located brew, the Bros will learn how to properly pronounce Beirut as well as a little bit of currency conversion. On the poetry side, we'll explore Rumi who our listeners can either thank or blame for some of Coldplay's best work. In addition to Rumi's "The Tavern" and his modern celebrity status, we'll explore what one can do when fleeing Genghis Khan's armies, a new TV show idea the bros are patenting, and why sometimes a mysterious disappearance is something to worry about. Enjoy the poem, enjoy the brew, and listen along with us as we explore Rumi and Almaza. Cheers!

This week the Bros breeze past any stereotypical Hawaiian sayings to sample Kona Brewing Company's "Big Wave" Golden Ale. Besides discussing the secret under every Kona bottle cap, the Bros discover what Pupus is, what makes Kona beer unique, and who "Spoon" is. Paired with this delicious brew is Queen Lili'uokalani's "Aloha 'Oe" which is better known on continental states as "Farewell to Thee." In addition to the most condensed Hawaiian history possible, we'll discuss why there's so few Hawaiian poets to choose from, what Lili'uokalani has to do with eye irritation, and Scooby Doo. Join us for a brew and a listen, and enjoy.Cheers! 

You read that right, this week the Bros explore Lickinghole Creek Brewery and do their best not to laugh. Which they fail at, many times. But in all seriousness, this week's brew is "Heir Apparent Imperial Stout" and includes all the jokes you'd expect from a beer brewed in Lickinghole Creek area. Paired with this beer is a listener request for "The Red Wheelbarrow" by William Carlos Williams. One of the most divisive poems ever covered, we'll explore Williams' minimalist style as well as what makes him "the most underappreciated poet of his generation." So join us for some delicious beer and a fascinating poem!Cheers!

It's the semi-lost episode! This February recorded episode takes the Bros through time! How much has changed in so much time? Flying cars? Robots? More Back to the Future jokes? No matter what's changed, this episode brings a favorite Brewery of the podcast, Levante Brewing, and their beer "Contemporary Mosaic." We'll discuss what Levante means, while going back through the famed history of the Lowell family which begins far before our poet began her writing journey. When her journey begins though, it is a ride worth following as we'll discuss her famed feud with one of poetry history's biggest names, as well as what makes an imagist. Join us as we go back, back, back in time!Cheers!

This week the Bros are going to Guatemala! Or more specifically, a friend of the podcast brings back a piece of Guatemala for the Bros! We're drinking Gallo this week, the most popular beer from that Central American country, and one of only two Western Hemisphere beers to win one of the world's most prestigious prizes. Alongside this wonderful ale, we're reading Jose Marti, one of Cuba's most famous poets. While Cuba may be his homeland, we'll learn how Marti also became one of Guatemala's most famous poet, and the tragic story behind one of his greatest poems "The Girl of Guatemala." Join us as we continue to expand upon our podcast enemy list as well as Skip's idea for a buddy cop movie that's definitely not the plot of Space Jam. Grab a Gallo (or Famosa) and tune in!Cheers!

On this episode, Dill forgets to upload the podcast for Sunday night...but unlike the topic of this week's episode, he's luckily not dead. Nor is Iron Horse Brewing's "Quilter's: Irish Death" ale, in fact it's the opposite of dead it's thriving! This Washington state brew is paired with William Cullen Bryant (who is certainly not confused with William Bryan Jennings) and a poem straight out of Tay...Skip's childhood. With his most famous of poem's "Thanatopsis," the Bros give a little contemplation of life and death...though they more contemplate bad jokes, making further enemies of the podcast, and whether a BARK would be amazing or needs a better name. Better late than never, join us for another fantastic episode of beer and poetry!Cheers!

This week we get spontaneous! If you can count a planned pairing of Bell's and Walt Whitman as spontaneous. Bell's limited release of Walt Whitman inspired beers concludes with their VII: Spontaneous Me beer, an American Wild Ale. Just as wild is this week's poet, the one and only Walt Whitman, yawping his poetry ways through Taylor who reads the longest(?) poem in Prose and Bros history. We'll discuss Derek Jeter, Michigan's largest independent brewery, and whether it would be awesome to have the name George Washington. Join us for a truly inspired pairing!Cheers!

Taylor's poetry challenge continues, though this week he breaks the mold to go with...a speech. Yes, this week the Bros will dissect William Jennings Bryant's Cross of Gold speech. And if you're aware how long that speech is, don't worry, we're not doing the whole thing. Along with switching up the poetry game, Dill's brought a classic brew, Coor's Extra Gold, which means we're finally covering the Coor's Brewery! We'll discuss the mining background of Coor's, as well as who in the movies favors this classic brewery. Tune in to learn more about the sticker giveaway and learn some things about the gold standard!Cheers!

This one's a little different, as the Bros are exploring not beer history, but beer and  baseball history. Swapping roles for the April challenge, Taylor chooses the poem this week and "The Catch" by Joseph Green to the table, though there's much more than just baseball that brings this poem to you listeners. Taylor regales us with his twitter conversation and then phone call with Steve Wulf, who is a wonderful sports writer no matter what Michael Jordan says. Paired with this poem and story is Slugger by Sly Fox Brewing, but we're not delving into their history. Instead, Dill is going to give you all the history of beer and baseball. So join us on the first episode of the April challenge, and see how America's past time evolved alongside alcohol to give us the experience we all know and love today. Cheers!

As all things must begin so must they end, and the Bros end bad beer month with what may be the worst beer of all time. Forcing themselves to sit through Brouwerij Martens' Mariachi 10 lager, we'll learn how this  disavowed beer technically came to be, though it's hard to prove since Brouwerij Martens' does not officially acknowledge the brew. Paired with this truly awful beer is a truly awful poem "The Titanic" by "The Beast 666" Aleister Crowley. We'll explore Crowley as a poet, not a magician, including his famed feud with Prose and Bros alumnus William Butler Yeats, his misadventures in the east, and much more to deconstruct the mystique of one of history's most mysterious men. Enjoy the episode, even as we don't enjoy the beer and poetry.Cheers!

The Bros are sampling perhaps the worst beer of bad beer month, which is Icehouse by Plank Road. There's not much history to be explored with this brewery, so we instead take a look at the history of iced beers and the controversy of who has the first! Paired with this disgusting brew is Julia A. Moore's poem "Grand Rapids" which stuns the Bros with the sheer amount of repetition contained within. The life of Moore is enough to make up for this terrible poem, however, as we see another poet who just didn't realize their writing was bad until it was far too late. Join use as we deconstruct these two terrible products, what makes them bad, and all the side tracks we can do down along the way.Cheers!

This week the Bros continue their decent into badness, as they're sampling Boxer Lager. This beer, while bad, throws a few surprises at our hosts that they're not prepared for, but has a fascinating history that predates the civil war. Paired with this bad beer is arguably the worst poet of them all, William Topaz McGonagall, and his poem "The Burning of the People's Variety Theatre, Aberdeen." His poetry might be bad, but his history is also fascinating, so join us past the awful beer and poetry to learn about some truly fascinating subjects. Cheers!

It's finally here, bad beer month! The Bros start off with probably the best of the worst, as they review Old German beer, and discover everything they can find about this mediocre brew. Along with Old German, they'll learn about the Spasmodic poets when they discuss Philip James Bailey. This ill-titled movement begins with the man most famous for his poem "Festus" but the Bros review a much shorter poem for the rest of us "I loved her for that she was beautiful..."It's all bad but oh so good as bad beer month begins. Join us, and as always, cheers!

Today we're wrapping up our wonderful interview with Angie Cocuzza! There's no new beer and poetry, just our history and then a lot of random discussions about topics ranging from favorite performers and musicians, what our history with the theater is, how long it takes Taylor to throw a strike (or gutter ball) in bowling, and many other things. Join us as we wrap up our interview and shudder in anticipation for our upcoming bad beer month!

It's an exciting for Prose and Bros! Not just because there were no technical difficulties, but because we have our first bonafide guest star in actress and Tik Tok sensation Angie Cocuzza! There's plenty of discussion about our beer, Brooklyn Brewing's Sour, but Angie and Taylor both get a little sour when the subject of Ford Truck's and New Jersey gas regulations comes to the forefront. In addition, we'll hear Edwin Markham's "Sing a While Longer" where Dill nearly quits the podcast over hanging indents. It's an episode unlike any other, so grab a brew and enjoy!Cheers!

This week is a rerecording of the lost Bonn Brewing episode. The Bros will review "Reggae Sundae" by local brewery Bonn Place Brewing Company. There's a bit of a disagreement on flavor, but Dill's nose might just not be up to snuff. While reflecting on the beer they'll also read someone who should be more well known, Claude McKay. They'll talk a founder of the Harlem Renaissance alongside Communism, Neil Diamond, and of course, the snow.Cheers!

The Bros are back from technical difficulties, and they're bringing the beer with them! This week, Dill and Taylor review Burlington Beer Companies "Elaborate Metaphor" because it fits so perfectly. To go along with this brew, they dive into "The Flea" by John Donne. We'll see how Back to the Future can be brought up way too often, as well as one of the saddest statements on poverty imaginable. Join us for our glorious return!

This week the Bros go both big and small. They're taking on the behemoth which is Molson Canadian, the type of mega corporation that makes Cyberpunk fears seem real. While they review this brew, they'll also sample a bit of Emile Nelligan, a tragically underappreciated French Canadian poet. Perhaps it's his fate, as the Bros will discuss while reading "Winter Night." They'll also discuss Prince, the meaning behind Milwaukee, and do their best to not butcher the French language. Listen and enjoy!

This week, Prose and Bros rhymes with Rimbaud and "Yellow Snow" a joke they certainly have never made before, as we bring you a podcast three weeks in the making. The lost episode is rerecorded and still suffers from technical issues, but that won't stop them from bringing you the beer and poetry history you crave. We'll discuss one of the most prolific poets who never wrote a word after 19, and how being a teenager doesn't excuse you from being a jerk. Along the way, we'll also discuss how a couple of bored executives started Rogue brewing, and produced this disgustingly titled beer. Henry Rollins also features for reasons you'll have to listen to discover!

Everything goes wrong this week on Prose and Bros. The Bros get the limited release of Two Stone Pub (2SP)'s "Wawa Winter Reserve Coffee Stout." This combination wakes our hosts up enough to discuss not only 2SP's history, but also the history of that most beloved of convenience marts, Wawa. While drinking this coffee stout, they sample Rachel Field's poetry with "Something Told the Wild Geese." Along with breaking down this pleasant poem, they'll discuss Radcliffe College, how Rachel Field relates to Disney, and, in a change of pace, some interesting goose facts! Crack open a beer and join the Prose Bros (and forgive the audio quality as we continue to experiment with how best to record!)

It may be cold outside, but take out your bicycle and let's go for a ride! This week, the Bros go through the history of New Belgium brewing, and their beer Accumulation. As they sip this against expectation winter ale they'll look into the history of Thomas Hardy, no relation to Ed or Tom. With "In a Wood" the Bros uncover the origin of the phrase "cliff hanger" and ask the question, why are so many poet's deaths shrouded in controversy?

It's the end of the new year and the start of Prose and Bros season two! We end 2020 with a once a year release, Goose Island's Barrel Aged Stout. Ignoring the part of their history when Goose Island is bought by Anheuser-Busch, we'll learn how this macro-brew dominated tastes in the late 90's. Along for the journey is a world renowned Haiku poet, Issa, and his poem "New Year's Morning." Ring out 2020 with the Prose and Bros crew with one last cheers!

The Bros aren't doing any ratings this week as they prepare for the holidays, instead they're discussing Douglas James Troxell's Cheshire Moon, the 2nd novel from this Lehigh Valley Novelist. In addition to discussing "Doctor Ian Klein," his "Humor Suppression Syndrome," and "people who don't respect the 15-items-or-less lane at the grocery store," they'll also discuss their top five terrible movies. Oh, and they're drinking the fanciest of beers. So come listen in to why the night is better than the day, and the one conspiracy theory that Dill might actually believe in.

What's that causing havoc in the Prose and Bros studio? It's Troeg's "Mad Elf" everyone's favorite (maybe) high octane holiday brew! The bros discuss the history of this delicious treat including a little bit of controversy surrounding the mischievous ale. Paired with "Mad Elf" is John. K. Bangs "The Little Elf" but don't let the size of this poem fool you, it packs a punch! Join us as we once again delve into the history of this poet and learn a little bit about humor in the late 1800's which, yes, did exist.

In their third episode of Prose and Bros, the bros head to the mythical Elysian plains...of Seattle. They'll be sampling Elysian's "Space Dust" IPA and discuss how this craft brewery became a dominant presence in the beer world. Paired with that is poet Edith Sodergarn's "On Foot My Path Wound Through the Solar Systems." Sampling this exquisite poem, the Bros will discuss her history including how a poet neither born nor raised in Sweden can be considered one of the world's most eminent Swedish poets. Grab a "Space Dust" and enjoy the show!

It's time to get excited, Prose and Bros listeners, because we are in the holiday season and "Santa! I know him!" is the beer of the week! We'll discuss the unique naming conventions of Evil Genius brewing while sipping this Christmas favorite. While we explore the 7 spices we'll also explore the history of the Countess De Bremont, who has ties to the theater, the order of the Golden Dawn, and one of the sickest burns of all time. She also wrote "The Christmas Wreath" which is this week's poem. Tune in and enjoy! Cheers!

Prose and Bros is entering the winter months with a warm embrace. They'll be sampling 21st Amendment Brewing's "Fireside Chat" which will lead to too long conversations about presidents and the 21st amendment. But that won't stop them also discussing the unfortunately tragic history of Christina Rossetti, as well as her poem "Winter: My Secret." Grab a beer, nuzzle next to the fire, and enjoy this week's episode.

Stable 12 provides 4 beers for this podcast! We'll sample their "Wild West IPA", "Live to Fight Another IPA", "Super Mash Brothers", and "Sugar Coated Pony Kisses." Paired with each beer is a horse poem from a previously featured poet! Included in this episode is Mary Howitt's "The Horse and Sparrow", Banjo Patterson and "There's Another Blessed Horse Fell Down", the return of Li Qingzao and "Capture the Horse, (No. 3 of 13 Instructions on the Game)", and William Wordsworth's "The Horse." It's the first major crash of a Prose and Bro's podcast, so forgive some sound wonkiness but enjoy a spectacular flight and some spectacular poems!