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The podcast where we drink while you drive. Each week, Mike (professional brewer) and Brendan (craft beer enthusiast) review a beer while discussing current events and latest trends. Cheers!

Mike Frizzelle & Brendan DeKemper


    • Dec 20, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 40 EPISODES

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    The Road Soda podcast is an absolute gem for beer enthusiasts and anyone looking for a lighthearted yet informative podcast. Hosted by Mike and Brendan, the show feels like you're hanging out and drinking beers with some buddies. The chemistry between the hosts is fantastic, and their easygoing banter makes each episode a joy to listen to. It's evident that they have a genuine passion for beer and are knowledgeable about the subject.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is how approachable it is. While Mike and Brendan are experts in their field, there is no snobbery or bro-ish attitude when it comes to discussing beer. They make the topic accessible to all listeners, regardless of their level of expertise. The beer reviews are thorough and descriptive, giving you a taste of what to expect if you decide to try out a particular brew.

    Another great aspect of The Road Soda podcast is the range of topics covered. While beer is at the forefront, Mike and Brendan also delve into current events, sports, music, books, pop culture, and more. This variety keeps each episode engaging and ensures that there's something for everyone. The "Overrated/Underrated" segment is particularly enjoyable, as it brings up surprising and thought-provoking subjects.

    If there were any downsides to this podcast, it would be that you can't physically taste the beers being discussed through audio alone. However, Mike and Brendan do an excellent job describing the flavors and characteristics of each brew so that listeners can get a sense of what they might be missing out on.

    In conclusion, The Road Soda podcast is a must-listen for beer enthusiasts or anyone who enjoys casual yet informative conversations. Mike and Brendan's chemistry shines through in every episode as they discuss various topics with humor and intelligence. The show strikes a perfect balance between being entertaining and educational without coming across as pretentious. Give this podcast a shot – you won't be disappointed!



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    Latest episodes from Road Soda

    Ep. 39 | Creator of DraughtPick Beer App, Mike Moore, and Lead App Designer, Heather Gass | Stoneface Brewing Co.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 52:10


    Guests - Mike Moore, DraughtPick creator & Heather Gass, Lead Designer of DraughtPick. We drink Full Clip NEIPA, 6.5% abv., from Stoneface Brewing Company. 2:10 - Mike gets a surprise Fluffernutter sandwich. 5:30 - Aroma and Appearance. 7:15 - Update on the development of the DraughtPick app.  16:35 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 18:11 - Ask A Question: DraughtPick beer app creator, Mike Moore, and Lead Designer, Heather Gass, answer questions from the Roadies. 43:25 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 45:57 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 38 | Executive Chef at Mooo... Boston's Premier Steakhouse, Peter Agostinelli | Definitive Brewing Co. & Brix City Brewing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 61:07


    Guest - Peter Agostinelli, Executive Chef at Mooo…. Boston's premier steakhouse at the XV Beacon Hotel. We drink Wordless Ideas, a collaborative IPA w/Blackberry, Watermelon, & Lactose, 7.5% abv, from Definitive Brewing Company & Brix City Brewing. 3:55 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:12 - Update on the resturant industry.  12:38 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 13:54 - Ask A Question: What is the proper way to order at a steakhouse? Questions From The Roadies: 33:32 - What is the biggest challenge growing or maintaining a business beyond the obvious? 36:31 - Does it make sense to open a food truck compared to a brick & mortar restaurant? 39:30 - How do you feel about the growing vegan and plant-based movement? 47:32 - Do you wear Crocs? 53:28 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 55:47 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 37 | New Belgium Brewing | Book - Twelve and a Half: Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 35:09


    We drink Voodoo Ranger, Juicy Haze IPA, 7.5% ABV., from New Belgium Brewing. 2:25 - Aroma and Appearance. 5:41 - Ask A Question: From the Roadies. 20:35 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:50 - Currents Events: Twelve and a Half: Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success. #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Gary Vaynerchuk. 30:40 - Overall Impression. 33:40 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 36 | Twins Barns Brewing Co. | Is Taylor Swift Ever Going To Get Married If She Keeps Singing About Past Relationships?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 35:45


    Guest - Jim Varela, brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.  We drink All The Fixins, Gose, 4.9% ABV., from Twin Barns Brewing Company. 2:40 - Aroma and Appearance. 5:45 - Ask A Question: Is Taylor Swift ever going to get married if she keeps singing about past relationships? 21:30 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:50 - Currents Events: The Staples Center in Los Angeles changes its name to the Crypto.com Arena. 29:30 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 31:45 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 35 | Throwback Brewery | Facebook Changes Its Name To Meta, So What's Meta?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 32:46


    We drink Oma's Tribute, schwarzbier, 4.9% abv., from Throwback Brewery. 3:25 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:35 - Overrated/Underrated: Ledger (Wallet) | Heath Ledger (Actor) | Flip Flops with Socks | Dog Daycare. 17:20 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 19:00 - Mark Zuckerberg's recent interview where he explains what Meta means. Reference: Beeple's physical sculpture art. 28:00 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 31:12 - Overall Impression.  Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 34 | Women and Weapons NFT Creators, Jake and Sara Baumann | Triumph - New England Lager - Able Ebenezer Brewing Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 58:51


    Guests: Jake and Sara Baumann, creators of   the NFT project Women and Weapons. We drink Triumph, New England Lager, 4.2% abv., from Able Ebenezer Brewing Company. 5:35 - Aroma and Appearance. 8:03 - What is it like working as husband and wife? 14:35 - What is the Malala Fund, and why is Women and Weapons donating 5% of all revenues to it? 22:22 - How Sara unknowingly bought one of Mike's VeeFriends NFTs. It's a small world! 25:30 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 27:12 - Brendan's connection and involvement with Women and Weapons Discord channel. 29:10 - Sara's history as an artist, and the transition of mediums from paint to digital. Click here to see her artwork. 37:37 - How Jake and Sara able to start an NFT project without the technical know-how. 45:40 - Future plans for Women and Weapons. 52:28 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 54:33 - Overall Impression.   Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com - Promo Code: roadsoda

    Ep. 33 | Merrimack Ales | Guest: Merrimack Ales Sales Rep, Adam Jump

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 46:05


    Guest: Adam Jump, sales rep for Merrimack Ales, in Lowell, MA.  We drink Chocolate Peanut Butter Stout, 6.2% abv., from Merrimack Ales in collaboration with Alpine Butcher. 4:44 - Aroma and Appearance. 7:00 - Would You Rather?? 17:30 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 18:34 - How to pronounce things in Massachusetts.  21:38 - Jump Town Podcast with Adam Jump.  36:32 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 39:26 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 32 | UFO Beer Co. | We Discuss Squid Game Conspiracy Theories, Jim's Dad-Bod Competition, and the Women and Weapons NFT Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 38:16


    Guest: Jim Varela, brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.  We drink Journey To Planet Pumpkin, Seasonally Spiced and Brewed with Real Pumpkin Puree, 5.9% abv., from UFO Beer Company. 4:15 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:55 - Ask A Brewer: Mike and Jim, professional brewers, answer questions about brewing from the Roadies. 14:48 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 18:35 - Squid Game Conspiracy Theories: Warning, may contain spoilers! 25:20 - NFT Time: A new NFT project that you definitely check out, Women and Weapons.  33:40 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 35:25 - Overall Impression. 36:50 - Jim's Dad-Bod competition. Make sure you vote for him! Or just look at him with his shirt off. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 31 | Dogfish Head | Top 5 Current TV Shows | Is The College Admissions Scandal Cheating Or Typical "Pay To Play?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 33:41


    We drink Punkin Ale, Brown Ale Brewed with Pumpkin and Spices, 7% abv., from Dogfish Head Brewing Company. 4:50 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:25 - New Segment - Top Five: Mike and Brendan list their favorite shows that are currently running.  22:02 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:30 - Current Events: Is the college admissions scandal cheating, or typical "pay to play?" 29:37 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 32:15 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 30 | Former Special Forces Commander, General Don Bolduc, and His Wife, Talk About Their Efforts to Combat Post Traumatic Stress for Veterans | Samuel Adams Jack-O Pumpkin Ale

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 69:05


    Guest: Retired Special Forces Commander, General Don Bolduc, and his wife, Sharon Bolduc. Don Bolduc (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent New Hampshire.  Don Bolduc served a total of 10 tours in Afghanistan. In 2006, he led the 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group, during Operation Medusa. From 2010 to 2011, he served as Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force commander. From 2012 to 2013, he commanded the Combined Joint Special Operations Component, where he started the "Village Stability Operations" program.  We drink Samuel Adams Jack-O Pumpkin Ale, 4.4% abv. 5:15 - Aroma and Appearance. 7:20 - Ask a question. 20:15 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 22:30 - Current Event: What can be done to combat post traumatic stress for veterans, and why you should stop referring to it as a disorder.  58:15 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 1:05:05 - Overall Impression. Don Bolduc can be contacted via DonBolduc.com. Get help from Veterans Crisis Line - Call 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) - Text to 838255. - Chat confidentially now. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com    

    Ep. 29 | Southern Tier Brewing Co. | Brewers Mike and Jim Answer Brewing Questions From Roadies | New Segment: NFT Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 46:39


    Guest: Jim Varela, brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company.  We drink Warlock, Imperial Pumpkin Stout, 8.6% abv., from Southern Tier Brewing Company. 3:00 - Aroma and Appearance. 5:18 - Mike and Jim, professional brewers, answer questions about brewing from the Roadies. 26:20 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 29:15 - New Segment: NFT Time. https://crazypanthersparty.com https://twitter.com/StonedGrowerclb https://thediamondhands.io https://www.purrnelopescountryclub.com 41:33 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 43:50 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 28 | Stone Brewing Company | Shoplifting and Amazon Reselling Is The New Face Of Organized Crime

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 39:15


    We drink Delicious IPA, 7.7% abv., from Stone Brewing Company. 7:20 - Aroma and Appearance. 8:35 - Overrated/Underrated: Selfies | Online Grocery Shopping | Gatorade | Pre-mixed Canned Cocktails. 21:22 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:30 - Current Events: Shoplifting and reselling items on Internet marketplaces, such as Amazon, is the new face of organized crime. 33:10 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 35:55 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com  

    Ep. 27 | Shipyard Brewing Company | SpaceX Launches, But Does Anyone Care About Space Travel Anymore?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 38:13


    Guest: Jim Varela, Brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company. We drink Pumpkinhead, 4.5% ABV., from Shipyard Brewing Company. 5:40 - Aroma and Appearance. 7:25 - Question: If you could buy anything you want at one store, one time, what store would you choose? Conditions: Physical Store – Nothing is restocked, from another store location, or purchased online. In your current living situation, you must keep the items for at least 5 years. At the end of the 5 years, you can chose to have it destroyed; it cannot be resold, gifted to anyone else, or passed down to family. Other people can use the items as long as they are with you in your presence. You can make money from it, as long as you are personally using. Cannot rent or lease equipment to a third-party. 21:37 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 24:22 - Current Events: SpaceX launches, but does anyone care about space travel anymore? 30:00 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 35:26 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com  

    Ep. 26 | Coos Brewing Company | Theranos, Elizabeth Holmes, and Where Is The Line Between "Fake It 'Til You Make It" and Fraud?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 34:35


    We drink Double Raspberry Puckerbrush, Fruit Tart Wheat Ale, 7% ABV., from Coos Brewing Company. 2:37 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:04 - Overrated/Underrated: Shower Beer | Zippers | Velcro | Gold | Classic Video Games. 12:02 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. Current Events: 14:37 - Britney Spears conservatorship update! 15:55 - Therano's Elizabeth Holmes is on trial. Where is the line between fraud and "fake it 'til you make it?" 27:54 - NFL Monday Night Bets via Draft Kings Sports Book. 30:56 - Overall Impression. 31:40 - Weekly Plugs: Litter Crew NH and Purrnelopes Country Club. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com  

    Ep. 25 | 603 Brewery | Carl Soderberg, Co-Founder of Able Ebenezer Brewing Co., Explains Why Blockchain Is The Biggest Thing To Happen In Our Lifetime

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2021 46:44


    Guest - Carl Soderberg: Co-Founder of Able Ebenezer Brewing Company. We drink the 9th Anniversary Collaboration, Double IPA, 9.0% abv., from 603 Brewery in collaboration with multiple breweries from New Hampshire. 2:26 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:52 - Overrated/Underrated: Bloody Mary | American Made Cars | Guns | Pumpkin Beer | Crypto Currency. 24:23 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 27:05 - Current Events: Carl explains why blockchain is the biggest thing to happen in our lifetime. 43:22 - Overall Impression. 45:20 - Weekly Plugs: Thank you to New England's Tap House Grill for letting Able Ebenezer roast pumpkins in your kitchen every year. | Watch the documentary Val on Amazon Prime.  Brought To You By BringTheBrings.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 24 | Burlington Beer Company | Big Banks Are Trying To Take Down Only Fans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 34:33


    We drink Watermelon Whale Cake, Watermelon Cream Ale, 5.4% abv., from Burlington Beer Company.  4:54 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:44 - Overrated/Underrated: Boneless Buffalo Wings | Bob Marley | Mimosas | Designer Brands. 21:20 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:03 - Current Events: Big banks are trying to take down Only Fans. 31:44 - Overall Impression. 33:17 - Weekly Plugs: Litter Crew Cleanup.   Brought To You By: BringTheBrings.com and FrizzLit.com.

    Ep. 23 | The Alchemist | Is It Weird That As A Society We Care About Showergate?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 39:44


    We drink Heady Topper, Double IPA, 8.0% abv., from The Alchemist. 3:47 - Aroma and Appearance. 5:50 - Last week's comments recap. 10:06 - Overrated/Underrated: Masschusetts Drivers | Warm Beer | Fondue | Southpark | Electric Bicycles | Museums. 23:50 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 27:18 - Is It Weird: that as a society we care about Showergate? 34:35 - Overall Impression. 36:12 - Weekly Plug. Brought To You Buy: BringTheBeers.com & FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 22 | Twin Barns Brewing | If It's Not Made w/Macaroni Pasta Can You Call It Mac N Cheese | Brendan Is Getting Married

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 35:23


    We drink Lake Cruiser, Double IPA, 7.8% abv., from Twin Barns Brewing. 5:36 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:32 - Overrated/Underrated: Christmas | As Seen On TV Products | The ShamWow! Towel | Politics | Blue Cheese. 21:55 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:14 - Is It Weird: Can you call it Mac N Cheese if it's not made with macaroni pasta? 26:43 - Currents Events: Brendan is getting married! 31:30 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 21 | Ozzlefinch Beers and Blending | NFT's Are Exploding and Why You Need To Be Paying Attention

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 34:06


    We drink Crazy Pants, Sour Ale, 6.5% abv., from Ozzlefinch Beers and Blending. 3:00 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:17 - Rant: Mike goes on a rant about Instagram stories. 7:32 - Overrated/Underrated: Fireworks | Ice Baths | Panera Bread | Jack and Jill Bachelor Bachelorette Parties. 18:50 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 22:18 - Current Events: NFT's Are Exploding and Why You Need To Be Paying Attention. 31:13 - Overall Impression. 33:18 - Weekly Plugs. Brought To You By: BringTheBrings.com and FrizzLit.com

    Ep. 20 | Great Notion | The Solution That Solves Both The Miami Condo Problem and Taxing The Rich | If The Gas Pump Says To See The Cashier, Do You Actually Go Inside?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2021 39:29


    We drink Oliphaunt, Triple IPA, 10.5% abv., from Great Notion Brewing. 3:54 - Aroma and Appearance. 5:35 - Overrated/Underrated: Animated TV Shows and Movies | Video Games | Bubble Baths | Public Swimming Pools | Music Festivals. 19:55 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 21:40 - Is It Weird?: To drive to another gas station, rather than see the cashier, when the credit card machine isn't working. 25:55 - Current Events: The solution that solves both the Miami condo problem and taxing the rich. 35:13 - Overall Impression. 37:45 - Weekly Plug:  - Jackass 4: Forever. - GaryVee's NFT Project, VeeFriends. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 19 | True North Ale Co. | Blue Origin's Rocket Should Be Called "The Mood Killer." | If You Listen To An Audiobook Can You Claim You Read It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 33:40


    We drink North Shore Session IPA, 4.7% abv., from True North Ale Company.  3:30 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:52 - Overrated/Underrated: Eating While Making Dinner | Jackson Pollock | Horror Movies | Body Piercings.  14:07 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 16:55 - Is It Weird?: Mike won't say he read a book if he listened to it as an audiobook. 22:05 - Current Events: Blue Origin's rocket should be called "The Mood Killer." 29:33 - Overall Impression. 30:40 - Weekly Plug: VeeFriends NFTs. - The GaryVee Audio Experience. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com  

    Ep. 18 |Fiddlehead Brewing | Do We Immortalize Bruce Lee Too Much?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 34:19


    We drink Fiddlehead IPA, 6.2% abv., from Fiddlehead Brewing Co. 2:07 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:57 - Overrated/Underrated: Morning Wood | 69'ing | Mustaches | Dancers and Strip Clubs | Country Music | Dimples. 21:30 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 22:40 - Do We Immortalize Bruce Lee Too Much? - Joe Rogan interview with Quentin Tarantino. - Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art. 33:14 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 17 | Trillium Brewing via Bissell Brothers | How The NCAA Rule Changes Relate to the "Free Britney" Movement | Olympian, Allyson Felix, Fights Back Against Nike's Maternity Policies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 40:17


    We drink Swishium, Double IPA, 8.5% abv. This is Bissell Brother Brewing's recipe of Swish, but brewed by Trillium Brewing.  4:15 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:25 - Overrated/Underrated: Hard Cider | TikTok | Freckles | Country Line Dancing. 18:22 - How The NCAA Rule Changes Relate to the "Free Britney" Movement. 29:12 - Olympian, Allyson Felix, Fights Back Against Nike's Maternity Policies, and Starts Her Own Brand, Saysh. - The Instagram Photo of Allyson Felix. 35:36 - Overall Impression.

    Ep. 16 | Trillium and Kettlehead Brewing Co. Collaboration | What Celebrity Left A $16,000 Tip? | Population In Decline and Nobody Wants to Work...What's Going On?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 40:26


    We drink Sidetrail, Double IPA, 8.3% abv., collaboration beer between Trillium Brewing and Kettlehead Brewing Company.  2:20 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:10 - TeKu, objectively the best beer drinking glass (your beer will taste different).  10:08 - Underrated / Overrated: Going Out Alone | Car Sticker Families | Weird Al | Doomsday Preppers. 22:00 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 24:48 - Population in decline and nobody wants to work...what's going on? - According to the CDC, suicide is the second leading cause of death in white males aged 44 years old and younger. 35:10 - What celebrity left a $16,000 tip at a New Hampshire restaurant?  38:15 - Overall Impression. Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 15 | Tree House Brewing Co. | Carl Nassib, the NFL's First Openly Gay Player | Blueland Cleaners help save the Environment and Your Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 37:57


    We drink Juli-ish, American Pale Ale, 5.2% abv., from Tree House Brewing Company. 3:57 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:00 - Overrated / Underrated: Little League World Series | Hot Dog Eating Contests | Apple AirPod Pros | New England IPAs. 15:40 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 18:50 - Carl Nassib, the NFL's first openly gay player. - The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people under 25. - Carl Nassib Jersey. 27:37 - Blueland Cleaners help save the environment and your marriage. - Public Goods Tree Free Paper. 34:08 - Overall Impression. Brought To You Buy: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 14 | Shukri Wrights, Host Of The Nationally Syndicated Sports-Talk Program "The Shukri Wrights Podcast." | Alexandr, Czech Style-Pilsner from Schilling Beer Co.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 64:03


    This week we are joined by Shukri Wrights, host of the nationally syndicated sports-talk radio program "The Shukri Wrights Podcast."  We drink Alexandr, Czech-Style Pilsner, 5% abv., from Schilling Beer Co. 5:55 - Aroma and Appearance. 7:55 - Overrated/Underrated: Sushi | New York City | Barstool Sports | 8th Grade Graduation. 37:48 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 39:33 - We talk to Shukri about his recent rise in becoming a recognizable face, and voice, in sports-talk radio. 1:00:21 - Overall Impression. The Shukri Wrights Podcast:  I Heart Radio Apple Podcasts Spotify Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShukriWrights?s=20 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/shu1998champs/featured  

    Ep. 13 | Whetstone Station Brewery | Pension Funds Are Outbidding Your Housing Offer | Why Food Delivery Service Is Failed Experiment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 31:07


    We drink I'm Down, Brown Ale, 5.6% abv., from Whetstone Station Brewery. 1:29 - Aroma and Appearance. 3:22 - Overrated/Underrated: Podcasting | Energy Drinks | Emails | Fluffernutter | U.S. Housing Market. 11:50 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 13:56 - Pension Funds Are Outbidding Your Housing Offer. 19:57 - Why Food Delivery Service Is Failed Experiment. 23:34 - Mike's Gary Vaynerchuk NFT Update! OpenSea.io 27:35 - Overall Impression. 29:10 - Upcoming Events.

    Ep. 12 | Austin Street Brewing | The U.S. Market is Ridiculous, and Why You Should Just Move To Thailand and Retire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 38:01


    We drink Bombtrack, Double IPA, 8.5% abv., from Austin Street Brewing. 3:48 - Aroma and Appearance. 5:08 - Overrated/Underrated: Will Ferrell | American Ninja Warrior | Wedding Planning | AMC Stock | Traveling. 23:24 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 24:40 - The U.S. Market is Ridiculous, and Why You Should Just Move To Thailand and Retire. 35:06 - Overall Impression.

    Ep. 11 | Sexism In The Brewing Industry | Finch and Thistle | Amazon Buys MGM and the James Bond Franchise

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 35:57


    Message on Sexism in the Brewing Industry. Brought to light by Brewer at Notch Brewing, Brienne Allan | Instagram: RatMagnet. Resources: - Brewers Association Code Of Conduct. - National Women's Law Center. We drink Finch and Thistle, Pale Ale, 6.5% abv., from Belleflower Brewing. 5:37 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:24 - Overrated / Underrated: Shia Labeouf | Motorcycles | Comcast | Sports Center | Making Presents. 17:09 - Mike and Brendan Share Their Best Mic-Drop Moments. 21:09 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 23:13: Amazon Buys MGM and the James Bond Franchise. - Planet Money Podcast Reference. 31:40 - Overall Impression.   Brought To You Buy: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 10 | Lone Pine Brewery | Developers of Draught Pick Beer App, Mike and Rob Moore

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 39:56


    We drink Brightside, American IPA, 7.1% abv., from Lone Pine Brewery. Guests: Developers of Draught Pick Beer App, Mike and Rob Moore. 3:17- Aroma and Appearance. 4:20 - Overrated/Overrated: Cash Money | Shark Tank TV Show | Going Commando | Conversing With Strangers. 14:18 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 15:25 - Draught Pick, the App That Connects You To Beers You'll Love!  37:40 - Overall Impression.  

    Ep. 9 | Left Hand Brewing Co. | 3-Star Michelin Restaurant Eleven Madison Park Goes Meatless | Must Watch: The Biggest Little Farm Documentary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 30:49


    We drink Galactic Cowboy, Nitro Imperial Stout, 9% abv., from Left Hand Brewing Company. 1:07 - Aroma and Appearance. 1:59 - Overrated / Underrated: Keyless Remote Starts | Spray Deodorant | Flavored Water | Making Lists. 12:44 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 15:02 - Must Watch: The Biggest Little Farm Documentary. Available on Hulu. 16:06 - 3-Star Michelin Restaurant, Eleven Madison Park, Goes Meatless. 27:30 - Overall Impression.

    Ep. 8 | Lord Hobo Brewing | VeeFriends NFT Auction | New CDC Guidelines | Gas Pipeline Shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 34:01


    We drink Galaxy Boom Sauce, Double IPA, 7.8% abv., from Lord Hobo Brewing. 3:35 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:28 - Overrated / Underrated: YouTube | Boxing/UFC/MMA | Plastic | Underwear | Kanye West.  13:00 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 14:17 - CDC New Guidelines For Covid Vaccinated People. 17:43 - Colonial Gas Pipeline Shutdown. 18:58 - VeeFriends NFT Auction. 32:05 - Overall Impression.

    Ep. 7 | Foundation Brewing | Maine Dethrones Vermont For Most Breweries Per Capita | Is Julian Edelman A NFL Hall Of Fame Player?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 35:10


    We drink Vigor, Double IPA, 8.0% abv., from Foundation Brewing. Guest: Jim Varela - Brewer from Able Ebenezer Brewing Co. 0:35 - Maine Dethrones Vermont For Most Breweries Per Capita. 2:32 - Aroma and Appearance. 6:40 - Overrated/Underrated: Joe Rogan Experience Podcast | Apple Products | Reward Programs | NFL's 17th Game. 17:40 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 20:10 - Is Julian Edelman A NFL Hall Of Fame Player? 30:04 - What Should The Criteria Be For NFL Hall Of Fame Players. 36:12 - Overall Impression.   Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 6 | 603 Brewery | NFL Draft Competition Recap | New Belgium Intentionally Brews A Bad Beer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 32:11


    This week we drink Airhorn, Double IPA, 8.4% abv., from 603 Brewery. 2:00 - Aroma and Appearance. 3:00 - Overrated/Underrated: Golf | NFL 1st Round Draft Picks | Athlete's NFTs | Cold Showers | Cleaning The Toilet. 10:48 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 13:16 - Draft Competition Recap and Mike's Rant About Trey Lance. Donations Made To: Wigs For Kids and Seal Future Foundation. 25:32 - Shout-out to Craft Beer Is Dead Podcast. Brie "The Pint Sized Traveler," and Kreis Holland of Tactical Brewing.  26:05 - New Belgium Intentionally Brews A Bad Beer. 30:02 - Overall Impression.   Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com

    Ep. 5 | Winter Hill Brewing Co. | Oscar Award Debacle | Top 10 NFL Draft Pick Contest for Charity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 34:50


    This week we drink Johnny Juice, IPA, 7% abv., from Winter Hill Brewing Company.  2:12 - Aroma and Appearance. 2:47 - Overrated/Underrated: Wallpaper | Bench Press | Tesla | Meditating | Pooping. 8:57 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 10:33 - Oscar Award Debacle. 15:37 - Brendan and Mike Pick Charities for the NFL Draft Pick Contest. If Brendan Wins, Mike Will Make A Personal Donation To: Wigs For Kids. If Mike Wins, Brendan Will Make A  Personal Donation To: Seal Future Foundation. 17:45 - Top 10 NFL Draft Pick Contest (1/2 Point For Correct Position and 1 Point For Correct Player). 33:10 - Overall Impression and Beer Rating.

    Ep. 4 | Greater Good Imperial Brewing Co. | Mike's Oscar Award Retraction | Apple Podcasts, and the Internet, Is Moving To All Subscription Based Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 32:23


    We drink Funk Daddy, an Imperial Sour IPA, 8% abv., from Greater Good Imperial Brewing Co. 2:18 - Appearance and Aroma. 3:25 - Overrated/Underrated: Prince | Food Trucks | Playing Music While Hiking Out Of Speakers | Dogecoin | Having A Life Plan. INC.com Article On Kyle Brandt. 14:25 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 16:30 - Mike's Oscar Award Retraction (he screwed up). 19:45 - Apple Podcasts, and the Internet, Is Moving To All Subscription Based Services.  29:35 - Overall Impression and Beer Rating.

    Ep. 3 | Modestman Brewing | Tiger Drives Into The Rough | Best Picture Nominations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 36:02


    We drink Mega Madvillainy, Double IPA, 8.5% abv., from Modestman Brewing. 2:45 - Appearance and Aroma. 3:50 - Overrated/Underrated: Driving Fast | Gambling | Long Socks | Tighty-Whities | Owning A Business. 13:02 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 16:40 - Tiger Drives Into The Rough. 22:23 - Best Picture Nominations. 29:06 - Screenwriter for the Trial of the Chicago 7, Aaron Sorkin, Reuses His Own Movie Lines, Known as "Sorkinisms."  33:20 - Overall Impression and Beer Rating.

    Ep. 2 | Definitive Brewing and Branch and Blade Brewing | Coinbase Goes Public | New York Stock Exchange's NFT

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 29:50


    We drink Fruit Stonks To The Moon, Fruited Sour, 5.5% abv., collabortation from Definitive Brewing and Branch and Blade Brewing.  Guest: Jim Varela - Brewer at Able Ebenezer Brewing Company. 1:10 - Aroma and Appearance. 4:45 - Overrated/Underrated: The Masters (Golf) | Prank Phone Calls | Fanny Packs | Sweatpants. 12:15 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 14:58 - Coinbase Goes Public. 24:25 - New York Stock Exchange's NFT. 25:38 - Overall Impression and Beer Rating. Cheers!   Brought To You By: BringTheBeers.com  

    Ep. 1 | Great Rhythm Brewing Company | NCAA Supreme Court Lawsuit | NFL Extends Regular Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 32:10


    We drink Double Squeeze, Double IPA, 8% abv., from Great Rhythm Brewing Company.  2:00 - Aroma and Appearance. 3:48 - Overrated/Underrated: Suez Canal | Shaking Hands | Fast Food | Reading Books | The Beach | Electric Cars. 12:20 - Flavor and Mouthfeel. 15:28 - NCAA Supreme Court Lawsuit. 25:22 - NFL Extends Regular Season. 29:05 - Overall Impression and Beer Rating. Cheers!

    Introducing Road Soda With Mike & Brendan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 0:29


    The podcast where we drink while you drive. Every Monday, Mike (professional brewer) and Brendan (craft beer enthusiast) review a beer while discussing current events and latest trends. Cheers!

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