Rebellion Brewing Podcast

Mark Heise joins us to discuss Rebellion's 2022 Fall beer lineup. We taste and talk about Home Grown IPA, Bunnyhug and Cat's Got the Cream. This is the final episode of the Rebellion Brewing Podcast, thanks for listening.

Sask. farmers grow world-class barley, and local brewers are turning those crops into gold-medal winning beer. Darrin Qualman joins us to discuss the National Farmers Union recent report on nitrogen, and why it's important to both farmers and beer lovers.

Is there anything more Saskatchewan than Vi-Co and Bunnyhugs? Wyatt Heiberg joins me today to talk about his company Flat Clothing, and their latest collaboration with us here at Rebellion Brewing, the brand new Bunnyhug Beer. When you get a pack, look for the QR code and scan the can to enter a promo code for 15% off your next bunnyhug!

Jolyn is a local Regina artist with an eye-catching graphical style. She sits down with us to drink sodas, talk about face painting with kids, and how she came up with the artwork for Atomic Glitter Bomb.

Coal miners, shootouts, dinosaurs and beer. Brewmaster Nick Patterson joins us to talk about Valley Brewing's role in telling the story of Drumheller, Alberta and making killer beers.

Frenemies is a collaboration brew between Rebellion and Torque. Matt Wolff joins us to talk about collab brews, fall and spring plans and tell the story of Torque.

Justin Shepherd sits down with us to talk beer, hops and all the hard work his family put into the 2022 crop.

Did you find the hidden references to Saskatchewan and Manitoba in the new Frenemies beer labels? Joel Hustak is the artist who designed the labels and he sits down with us to talk about his art, and drink and discuss Frenemies!

Ottawa's recent announcement about nitrogen use kicked off a firestorm of criticism online. Sask. agronomist Thom Weir joins us on the pod to talk about nitrogen use and the impact on beer.

What's going on with digital currency and crypto currency spaces? Dan Benesh joins us to drink a beer and talk about Bitcoin and Barterpay.

Trevor Grant is fanning the flames for the next wave of young, Saskatchewan filmmakers. We talk about the upcoming Regina International Film Festival and the LOOK program seeing young documentarians get their films off the ground.

Lindsay May talks about meeting Canadian music legends, wardrobe malfunctions and her post-radio life on this week's episode of the pod.

The Regina Folk Fest is back! We sit down with the Josh Haugerud to talk about his fave festival memories, the artists you love and new music to discover, all happening in Regina from August 5 to 7.

Orgies and octopuses, drugs, religion and gore, The Boys is a searing critique of the superhero genre, using shock, surprise and satire to warn us about creeping fascism and unchecked greed. Professor Scott Wilson joins us to unpack the show. Warning, spoilers ahead!

Morgan Allen talks about what it takes to succeed at barista competitions and making the perfect cup of coffee. We also dig into his new coffee roasting venture, Amends Coffee Co.

The Saskatchewan cooking show called Sizzle and Smoke is lighting up YouTube with videos dedicated to BBQ and beer. Hosts Kevin and Cory join us to take us behind the scenes, and tell some stories about the show.

Ryan and Theresa Moncrieff opened Rafter R Brewing in the middle of the pandemic, just as restrictions and uncertainty rocked the entire world. They came out swinging, earning rave reviews for their beer and a medal for their Rauchbier at the Canadian Brewing Awards. We talk beer, post-covid business plans and about the Sask. craft beer scene.

Bryan Neufeld is the artist behind this year's Hop Circuit glass. He talks about what inspired the art, shares insights into design work and more, on this week's episode of the pod.

Beer, food, music and more. Leasa Gibbons from the Warehouse District gives us the inside scoop on the upcoming Experience Regina Block Party, happening June 18 and 19.

The Hop Circuit is back and bigger than ever. Rebellion Brewing's Mark Heise talks about some of the new things to check out, and recommends some beers and good eats.

What does it take to write a great song about this province? Cori Knelson is a singer, songwriter, poet, educator and more. She sits down with us to talk about writing, music, and upcoming live performances.

The Inaugural Prairie Beer Awards are kicking off in May, with breweries from SK and Manitoba competing for gold. Dave Cole is the co-founder of the awards, and certified under the BJCP. He sits down with us to talk about the competition while we drink and discuss Rebellion Amber Ale. The PBA's are sponsored by Brunswick Steel.

Did you know Regina is home to some of the most accomplished competitors in the Big Buck Hunter videogame scene? Abby Rutko talks about the Las Vegas comp and shares a few tips.

Fina Nelson is a scientist and brewer plugged into the Sask. craft beer scene. We talk about her beer research with Eskiw Labs, the Pink Boots beer she brewed at 21st Street Brewing, and more.

What new beers are coming from Warehouse Brewing in 2022? Brewmaster Mederic Lanoix joins us to talk beer and share his thoughts about styles and flavours he enjoys.

Do you remember the best boss you've ever had? What made them a great leader? In an increasingly online workplace, leaders are adapting to new ways of thinking and doing. The UofR's Cristine Saxon shares a few tips you can use in your own work life.

Beer and agriculture go hand in hand. The impact of climate change has huge implications for the futures of brewers and farmers. UofR Prof. Emily Eaton joins us to unpack her energy research and share lessons learned.

Freddie Vandelinden's family has been running Dutch Cycle for decades, establishing themselves as legends in the local cycling scene. We talk about the appeal of cycling with skyrocketing gas prices, and the emergence of a European-style beer and cycling community.

How do businesses build leaders that innovate? What does it take to stay ahead of the pack? Chris McKee from the University of Regina's Centre for Continuing Education helps solve the innovation question.

What's hot in the BBQ world in 2022? Pitmaster Rob Reinhardt of Prairie Smoke and Spice talks competition, tips and tools, sharing his thoughts about who has the best 'cue in the world.

Local foodie Gilbert Proulx rolled up his sleeves to compete on Food Network Canada's Wall of Chefs. He talks about what influences and inspires his cooking, and a look behind the scenes of filming a cooking competition.

What untold benefits can cannabis offer athletes with concussions? Patrick Neary and his colleagues are teaming up with the NFL to find out with a new study. He explains the research and how it will help not just athletes, but everyone.

Rebellion is launching another Majestic Milkshake sparkle beer for a good cause. Chantelle Priel works for the Regina and Area Sexual Assault Centre, she talks about the services they provide to women in our community, and how rebels can help them make a big difference.

Rebellion's newest Sparkle Beer launches March 8 on International Women's Day. Brewmaster Vanessa Owen talks about sparkle beers, and how she's working to create a more inclusive space in the local beer scene with Beer Club.

Professor Chris Eskiw and his team are collaborating with local brewers to science the heck out of beer yeast. His work could change the face of craft beer forever and it's all happening right here in Saskatchewan.

It looks like 2022 is going to be a big year for fruit sour beers. We talk about Rebellion's new sour beer lineup, and talk about emerging trends in beer styles.

Whether it's been a kind word or sage advice, who's been a mentor to you? Amy Noureldin of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina talks about the difference youth mentorship makes, on this week's episode of the pod.

The new Frost winter festival features the artwork of Brandy Jones. She shares her story and the influences behind her work on this week's episode of the pod.

Rebellion's malt barley comes from Prairie Malt in Biggar Saskatchewan. David Klinger talks about the 2021 crop and enduring relationships with Sask's farmers.

Prairie Bee Meadery's Crystal Milburn joins us to talk about their award-winning mead and brand new line of seltzers, all made with Saskatchewan honey.

What will the hot beer styles of 2022 be? We're making bold predictions and sassing seltzers on the latest episode of the pod.

Ice cream and beer might not seem like an obvious pairing choice, but Rebellion teamed up with Cat's Creamery to create beer floats. Trisha Berlinic joins us on the pod to talk all about her locally made, small-batch ice cream that has people raving across Saskatchewan.

Did you taste the fastest selling beer in Rebellion history? Terry Van Mackelberg, aka Flo Mingo, joins us to talk about Sparkle Motion Majestic Milkshake IPA and Lulu's Lodge, on this week's episode of the pod.

Beer's a great holiday gift, but what about the kids? SarahLunaGG joins us on the pod to give some recommendations for videogames.

XhAle Brewing's Christina Owczarek doesn't mind the C-word. She's reclaiming its power in a brilliant and cheeky way with her beer, "See Ya Next Tuesday," punctuated with the mantra to "Just be fucking kind." We also dive into the politics of contract brewing, naloxone kit training, and spicy calendar shoots, on this week's episode of the Rebellion Brewing podcast.

Rebellion took home a gold medal with Hoppy Pollinator, a beer featuring Sask-made, Sun River Honey. Aaron Comerford joins us to talk about the most painful bee sting, chipotle honey, and more on this week's episode of the podcast.

Canadian Brewers are coming together to compete to be recognized as the best in Canada. Rick Dalmazzi, the Executive Director of the Canadian Craft Brewer's Association joins us to explain some behind the scenes work of the CCBA, and the newly created Canada Beer Cup.

Did you know there was a 30-year-long consumer boycott against Coors? Dr. Allyson Brantley's new book, "Brewing A Boycott" explains how it all happened. She joins us on the pod to talk about her research, and the impact the boycott had.

Brewers have two new competitions to enter this year. Rebellion Brewing's CEO, Mark Heise, joins us to share some behind the scenes insights into beer comps, and why they're going to be a big deal in Canada.

Kim McDougall goes on Saskatchewan craft beer adventures and discovers all the best beers in the province. She shares a list of some of her faves for you to try next!

When the weather turns cold, the beers of winter hit shelves. Kevin Brown joins us to talk about our favourite winter beers and recommends a couple to try this winter.