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Episode 525 - Mitch Ermatinger, Speciation Cellars Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in Michigan this week, albeit remotely. Mitch Ermatinger of Speciation Artisan Ales/Cellars joins us to talk about his path in the industry. The talk is heavy on Mitch's celiac disease diagnoses several years ago and how it's shaped his role in his company and the industry in the intervening years. With Holl away, we also get in some high-quality wine talk, specifically Michigan hybrid varieties. No black glasses this week, but it's still a very thoughtful discussion. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 524 - Spring Mail Drop (aka Augie Needs His Thursday Back) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're doing a catch-up episode for the first time in a few months. We preview some Craft Brewers Conference stuff and have some serious fun in the black glass. Tune in and hear it all go off the rails…. Let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 523 - Bob Bartholomew & Erik Tynik, Transcend Beer Crafters Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in the Zoom remote studios this week for maybe the first time of the year? We're catching up with Bob & Erik of Connecticut's Transcend Beer Crafters. They're opening a brand new spot in a couple of weeks and they run us through the transition and process. It's a fun time. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 522 - 10th Anniversary Show with Jeff O'Neil, Industrial Arts Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! For the 11th and possibly last time, Chief from Industrial Arts Brewing sits down for our annual anniversary show. He claims it'll be his last…. something about the show having run its course… but we're not so sure. We ask him to name a replacement. Tune in and hear what he has to say. Oh, and as of this publishing (5p on Monday, April 21), you have exactly 9 hours before Barcade Jersey City closes down for good. According to Holl, the draft pickings are slim this afternoon. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 521 - Farewell to Barcade Jersey City with Departed Soles Happy Monday, Thieves! It's a bittersweet week as we're saying goodbye to our original recording spot, Barcade in Jersey City. Barcade hosted us for a number of years beginning back in 2015 and it's near and dear to our hearts. We sit down with one of Jersey City's own breweries, Departed Soles, to bid a formal farewell. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 520 - Peter Kiley, Monday Night Brewing (Little Beer 2025) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're still at Little Beer this week and Peter Kiley of Monday Night Brewing joins the show to talk about hangovers, business growth, silly laws, and to be a voice of reason. If you like listening to Augie banged up at Little Beers, you're going to love this episode. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 519 - Tim Besecker, Twin Elephant Brewing (Little Beer 2025) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in Duluth, Georgia, this year for Good Word Brewing's latest iteration of Little Beer festival. Twin Elephants Founder Tim Besecker joins the program on the morning of Little Beer. Recorded from our favorite booth in the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott, listen in as the fellas again heap praise on this remarkable little fest. Augie and Tim stroll down memory lane, and the beers in the black plastic glasses help everyone get tuned up for the day. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 518 - Little Beers Bound! Happy Monday, Thieves! We're headed down to Duluth, Georgia this weekend for Good Word Brewing's Little Beer 5 festival. Holl, Kennedy, & Casse preview it here with a call for letters and a brief synopsis of what the festival's all about. We also have a mystery door guest procuded by Casse in real time (spoiler: she's a repeat guest). Tune in and find out all about it here. Oh! And write us some letters for Little Beer at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.comCheers!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 517 - Jason Spaulding, Brewery Vivant & Broad Leaf Brewery Happy Monday, Thieves! ne last Michigan stop before heading to the airport. We're in a snowy and unplowed Grand Rapids for a fun (albeit Augie hungover) conversation with Jason Spaulding the Founder & CEO of Brewery Vivant and Broad Leaf Brewery. He went deep into the cellar for his black glass choices and it winds up sparking some fun conversations about process, time, and flavor. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 516 - One Well Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! High Fives over handshakes is the lesson of this podcast, Thieves. We welcomeTrevor Klimek and Andrew McLean of One Well Brewing on to talk about the beers they are making, creating a welcoming space, and making sure a kick ass kitchen gets the attention it deserves next to the beers. Our big thanks to Discover Kalamazoo for the hospitality over these last few weeks. It's been great to learn about this part of Western Michigan and its breweries. If you have the chance to visit, do it. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 515 - Jake Lohse, Presidential Brewing Happy Monday Thieves and Ale to the Chief, y'all! Our Michigan sojourn continues with Jake Lohse the co-founder of Presidential Brewing Co. From talking about presidentially named beers, to the role of events, hospitality, and making a mark on brewing, Jake gives us insight on what is working for him and his team in this part of the country. Thanks to Discover Kalamazoo for inviting us out, putting us up, and for the hospitality. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 514 - Ted Linabury, Brewery Outré Welcome back to Michigan, Thieves. Our visit sponsored by Discover Kalamazoo has us talking with Ted Linabury, the owner and brewer of Brewery Outré a small operation in the shadow of Bell's cafe location. Ted is making some great beers and working to spread the good word of saison to all of the eager drinkers in Western Michigan. Settle in for a fun conversation with a black glass surprise. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 513 - Andy Ferrell, Bell's Brewery Happy Presidents' Day, Thieves! Our journey in Kalamazoo, Michigan continues as we welcome Andy Farrell, the brewmaster for Bell's. We go into the history of the storied brand, get insight on Two Hearted and have some unexpected and delightful pours in the black glass. Thanks to Visit Kalamazoo for hosting us on this trip. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 512 - Noah Bissell, Bissell Brothers (Back in Maine) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in Portland, Maine, for one last show with repeat guest, Noah Bissell of Bissell Brothers. Bissell Brothers was conceived in November 2011 by brothers Noah and Peter Bissell, in response to Noah's homebrewing obsession, and Peter's interest and burgeoning experience in entrepreneurship and marketing. The brothers, who grew up in Milo, a small town in Central Maine, had no experience of any kind in commercial brewing or manufacturing, but they saw a hole in the market, both in types of beer, and ways to sell it, that was untapped in Maine, and spent the next two years on a crash course of personal and professional development to bring their ideas to fruition. The brewery sold its first kegs of The Substance Ale at The Thirsty Pig, where both brothers had worked during the company's inception, on December 7th, 2013. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 511 - John Liberty, Kalamazoo Show Part Deux Happy Monday, Thieves! Firmly ensconced in the lobby of the Kalamazoo Home2Suites, our Michigan sojourn continues as Augie and John get the lay of the land from local beer writer, advocate, tour guide, and booster John Liberty. He gives the fellas (and side guest Fred Bueltmann) all the intel on Kalamazoo Beverage Week and the best places to go, what to drink, and what to eat when in town. The weather app might say -6 but our tones are warm after a few rounds in the black glasses. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 510 - Fred Bueltmann, the Beervangelist Happy Monday, Thieves! We're kicking off a group of shows from Kalamazoo, Michigan. The local tourism board invited John and Augie to experience the sub-zero temperatures and local beers in advance of the city's Craft Beverage Week. The Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week runs from February 1 - 8, 2025 and highlights the best in drinks from the area's breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cider producers. We're kicking off this group of shows with long-time Michigan beer evangelist Fred Bueltmann, who spent time working for Bell's, New Holland, and others. He gives us the lay of the land in Michigan. He's joined by local reporter and beer supporter John Liberty, an ambassador for Craft Beverage week. Liberty will be back as the guest next week. Thanks to Discover Kalamazoo for hosting us for these shows! Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 509 - John Bonney, Foundation Brewing

Episode 508 - Jason Perkins, Allagash Brewing Co. Happy Monday, Thieves! We've got an old friend on the show this week in Jason Perkins of Allagash Brewing. Jason is the Brewmaster and Vice President of Brewing Operations (encompassing the departments of Warehouse/Supply Chain, Production, Packaging and Quality) at Allagash and has been a part of Allagash since 1999. He currently sits on the board of the Brewers Association, American Malt & Barley Association, and Allagash Wilderness Waterway Foundation, and is actively involved with the Hop Quality Group. He is the Chair of the Brewers Association's Technical Committee, a former board member of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas-New England as well as the Maine Brewers' Guild—and is the recipient of the 2016 Russell Schehrer Award for Innovation in Craft Brewing. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 507 - Zach Page and Nick Bonadies, Belleflower Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in Portland, Maine, this week with Zach and Nick of Belleflower Brewing. A decade ago, Zach Page and Nick Bonadies met as homebrewers who volunteered to help launch Trillium Brewing Company. Zach, who handles a lot of the brewing responsibilities, moved to Maine and worked at Lone Pine Brewing Company where he facilitated their expansion. Nick, who now does a lot of marketing, naming, and other managerial responsibilities, stayed in Massachusetts for a while where he coordinated Trillium's expansion projects. Eventually they got back together professionally and brought their wives Melissa and Katie into the fold, with the four of them opening Belleflower Brewing in 2021. Fun one, so tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 506 - Holidays 2024 with Em Sauter, Pints & Panels Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back with a 2024 Holiday episode with out friend Em Sauter of Pints and Panels! Tune in and hear about Em's new book and lots more. Make sure to let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 505 - Suarez Palatine Cleanser with Dan Suarez Happy Monday, Thieves! Suarez Family Brewery recently ran a post on their socials that grabbed the attention of both Augie and Holl. Rather than Dry January, why not order a case of beer from a local brewery, drink one beer a day, and recalibrate your senses and relationship with alcohol over the course of the month? (Link to order here.) We got Dan on the line to talk all about this inspirational. As SFB puts it, “The perfect treat for anyone looking to be mindful and exercise moderation - while getting to stop and savor something special. In a culture hell bent on excess and extremes this is an exercise in curiosity and care.” Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 504 - Ryan Dunlap, Argenta Brewing (Portland, Maine 2) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in Portland, Maine, this week with Ryan of Argenta Brewing. Argenta is a brewery and tasting room in West Bayside and Portland, Maine's only “lager beer saloon!” Ryan Dunlap, owner and operator, is originally from Nevada where the word, Argenta, first inspired him. Argenta was a silver mine in the 1860's but quickly crumbled and now sits as one of the hundreds of ghost towns in the state. This silver mine was the namesake of Ryan's college dorm, and thus a beer company was born. “What drives us here at Argenta is very simple: leave it better than you found it. We can all strive to leave everything a little better than how we found it.” Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 503 - Carla Jean Lauter (Portland, Maine) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're off to Portland, Maine, this week for a string of shows. First up is our local guide, Also known as "The Beer Babe," Carla started her craft beer website and blog in 2007, sharing her thoughts on new beers, brewery visits, and "beer adventures." After moving to Portland, Maine several years later, she became deeply immersed in the vibrant Maine beer community, exploring its people, places, and unique stories. Through her writing, Carla has profiled the once-overlooked craft beer scene of New England, offering insights and advice on the region's best and most interesting fermented drinks. She has been a columnist for The Bollard, Portland Press Herald, MaineToday.com, and Beer & Weed Magazine, as well as regularly writing on her own blog. After welcoming a daughter at the end of 2023, Carla has stepped back from beer writing to focus on family life but continues to nurture her love for local craft beer. As always, tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 502 - Wayne Wambles, Griffon & Sphynx Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We're catching up with an old friend of the show today. Wayne Wambles was the head brewer at Cigar City Brewing way back when we used to record at Hunahpu's Day (RIP). He's responsible for some of the most well know beers out there, including the fest's namesake stout, and has left a significant imprint on the craft beer industry. Fast forward almost a decade and Wayne is now running his own brewery in the hills outside of Asheville, North Carolina. We talk about his journey through multiple Cigar City ownerships and how he came to buy a small brewery to make his own. As always, it's a good listen with some fun beers in the black glass. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 501 - Julie Disanti & Derek Hunter, Wild Fern Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We're keeping it local this week with some new friends from Frenchtown, NJ. Welcome Julie & Derek of Wild Fern Brewing to the show! They've barely been open a month but it sounds like they're doing some cool stuff on the Delaware. We're already planning an STB bike trip along the banks to visit. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 500 - Connor Casey, Cellarmaker Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! Episode 500 is here. We had no real plan for this and it kind of snuck up on us, or at least me (Justin), because I made a numbering error a couple months ago that someone noticed and alerted Augie to it. I went back and corrected everything and, lo-and-behold, here we are at 500. It's with a fun guest, Connor of Cellarmaker, who we've been trying to get on the show for many months now, but due to scheduling conflicts and time zone differences, we're just now making happen. And it's episode 500, killer! We're happy Connor is here and we're happy you are too. Thanks for coming along with us this far. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 499 - IPA Malt Show! Part Deux Happy Monday, Thieves! Here's part 2 of our IPA Malt show with Don Tse and RahrBSG. Tune in and let us know what you think!

Episode 498 - IPA Malt Show with Don Tse and RahrBSG Happy Monday, Thieves! A few months ago, we had a letter about RahrBSG's Gambrinus IPA Malt on the show. This led us to phone up Don Tse on the spot for some analysis. Turns out, the Rahr guys were listening to the show and reached out to Augie and Don for a friendly collab. Naturally, we asked them to come on the show on the brew day et voila, this week's episode was born. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 497 - Mike Pawley & Jinson Chan, Sojourn Fermentory Happy Monday, Thieves! We're talking to Mike & Jinson of Virginia's Sojourn Fermentory today. Sojourn is a brand new brewery in the Hampton Roads area of southeastern Virginia, and both Mike and Jinson have multiple other endeavors and histories in the industry that have culminated with this new spot. We talk about all that background along with a couple of fun beers in the black glass. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 496 - Kyle Kensrue, Ollie (Kennedy & Casse Edition) Happy Monday, Thieves! Augie & Holl are once again on sabbatical this week, so Kennedy & Casse fill in. This week, they're hosting long-time friend Kyle Kensrue. Kyle's been in the industry for years and is currently working with Ollie, a software that enables the craft beverage industry to better manage inventory, customer relationships, and order and payment processing in a single platform. It's a fun talk and we have some fun in the black glasses, too. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 495 - Chris & Eli, Treasury Cider (Kennedy & Casse Edition) Happy Monday, Thieves! Our hosts are OOO this week so Kennedy and Casse are filling in. We're talking to Eli and Chris of the Hudson Valley's Treasury Cider this week, only the second time we've ever had a cidery on the show. We think it's a great conversation and hope you tune in. Let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 494 - a Somber News Week Episode Happy Monday, Thieves! We had a heavy news week last week, between the devastating floods that hit the Asheville region and word that famed brewer Ron Jeffries passed away. We sat town to talk about what's happening out there along with a surprise guest and a couple of black glasses. Tune in and let us know what you think.***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 493 - Brendan Breslin, Wishful Thinking Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We're sticking with the Lehigh Valley this week to talk to Brendan Breslin of Wishful Thinking Brewing. Our pal Sam Masotto from Bonn Place introduced us, so we asked Brendan to hop on for a conversation about Czech-style lagers, Detroit-style pizza, and brewing with local grains. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 492 - Sam Masotto, Bonn Place Brewing (Bethlehem PA Part 1) Happy Monday, Thieves! It doesn't get much fresher than this. We just recorded this episode with Sam from Bonn Place less than two hours ago and here it, fresh off the line, for your enjoyment. Tune in next week for more from Bethlehem, PA and Sam's collaborators, Wishful Thinking Brewing. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 491 - Post-Rochester Fall Catch Up Happy Monday, Thieves! Our Rochester roll has come to an end so we sat down last week, just the four of us, to catch up and see how the summer's been. Casse provided the blinds this week and boy, are they fun. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 490 - Sean O'Keefe, Pontoon Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! Our final Rochester show drops today. We're welcoming Sean O'Keefe of Pontoon Brewing. This episode was recorded on our third day in the city, and mere hours before the Luau began. Sean is the founder of Pontoon Brewing, who had to close his doors earlier this year after a mess with a distributor partner, and has now reopened and is getting sold ground under the brewery. He talks about it all in a very candid way. (Sorry, no Will Cleveland on this one.) Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 489 - Mike Pallen, Mikerphone Brewing Happy Labor Day, Thieves! Just like summer, our Rochester shows are in the final strectches. This week we're joined by Mike Pallen of Mikerphone Brewing outside of Chicago. Tune in for a conversation about music, sneakers, festivals, beer, and more. ***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 488 -David D'Allesandro, Frequentem Brewing Co. Happy Monday, Thieves! The Rochester Reign continues this week. Our final of three shows recorded at Strangebird Brewing brings up David D'Allesandro of Frequentem in CANANDAIGUA (it's in New York, look it up). Bikes, fruits in lagers, general fun, and learning about how one small brewery is growing, this is a lively conversation. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 487 - Mike Beebe is Back Happy Monday, Thieves! Our friend and Rochester native Mike Beebe is back on the show this week. He was instrumental in bringing this trip together? Maybe? I dunno, some might say that. But we're happy to have him back. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 459 - The Brewers of Strange Bird Happy Monday, Thieves! This week we're starting Day 2 in Rochester with Micah Krichinsky and Eric Salazar of Strange Bird Brewing. Tune in for a conversation about barrels, lagers, saisons, and more. Will Cleveland is back for more, sitting in the Don Tse seat. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 458 - Paul Grenier, Mortalis Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! The Rochester train chugs along another week. This episode, we're talking to Paul Grenier of Mortalis, the other Rochester, NY brewery co-hosting the Luau festival, about hospitality and beer festivals generally. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 457 - Andy Cook. Swiftwater Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! The Rochester suite continues with Andy Cook of Swiftwater. Recorded at his brewery, Andy is the co-host of the Luau, the festival that brought Augie and John to the city to begin with. Plus, Will Cleveland firmly settles into the Don Tse seat. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 456 - Dean Jones, Genesee Brewhouse Pilot Brewery Hold on to your shirt button, thieves. It's episode two from Rochester, NY as we're joined by Dean Jones of Genesee Brewhouse Pilot Brewery. Tuen in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 455 - Will Cleveland - Welcome to Rochester Welcome to Rochester, Thieves! We kick off nine weeks of shows from the Flour City with Will Cleveland. He's our sherpa on a guide to cream ales and garbage plates. This episode was recorded at the Genesee Brewhouse (thanks for their hospitality) and lays the base for all that is to come. Will Cleveland, a Rochester native and former investigative reporter for the Democrat & Chronicle newspaper, has been covering the western New York beer scene since 2014. He first began writing about beer for the D&C and then started his own independent newsletter, The Cleveland Prost, in early 2022. He now works for the city of Rochester's civilian-led police oversight agency and resides in the city with his wife, Cassie, son, Audie, and a bunch of cats. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 454 - J. Wakefield Says Goodbye to Wynwood Happy Monday, Thieves! We're talking to an old friend today, Jonathan Wakefield of Miami's J. Wakefield Brewing. He's breaking a bit of news about the future of the brewery that's anchored the Wynwood section of Miami for the last decade. Tune in and hear about that as well as the future of J. Wakefield Brewing. Cheers!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 453 - Late June Mail Drop Happy Monday, Thieves! We're regrouped with some news about an upcoming trip to…… Rochester! No, really. We're going. For real. Like, it's on and the travel is booked. Anyway, some info here about that as well as some Saturday afternoon BS'ing. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 452 - Mike Sutherland, Old Bust Head Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! Augie's off this week so Kennedy, Casse, and Holl take the reigns to speak with Mike Sutherland of Virginia's Old Bust Head Brewing. Mike colors some interesting history of Old Bust Head's homebase of Fauquier County (Fah-KEER) and talks about some recent lager inspiration gleaned at CBC this year. It's a fun talk with some interesting stuff in the black glass, to boot. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 451 - Al Upshaw, Concrete Blues Happy Monday, Thieves! We're wrapping up our final episode from Logjammin' Philly with a young brewer with an impressive resume. Al Upshaw is the man behind Concrete Blues, a contract brewery that makes beer at Al's day job brewery, Carbon Copy (see Episode 428). Al has a passion for English style ales and food. It's a fun talk. And yes of course there are shots of BA Malort again. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 450 - Rich Colli, Varga Bar & Philly Loves Beer Happy Monday, Thieves! We're back in Philly this week with Rich Colli, owner of Varga Bar and one of Philly's biggest craft beer champions. Great talk and fun blind beers (Rich goes blind, too). And guess what — more BA Malort shots this week! Tune in and let us know what you think.***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 449 - Zac Porter, Schilling Beer Co. (Logjammin' IV) Happy Monday, Thieves! We're fresh off a weekend in Philly for Human Robot's Logjammin' festival. We drank lager, we did shots of barrel-aged Malört, and long story short, we're exhausted. Here's an episode we recorded there with Zac of Schilling Beer. We talk about lager and drink a banger of a sour from Vermont. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 448 - Adam Juncosa and Karen Malzone, Odd Bird Brewing Happy Memorial Day, Thieves! We're chatting with Karen and Adam from NJ's Odd Bird Brewing today. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.