Football and Beer. In his 17th season calling play by play for the Bills, John Murphy knows about both. And he's ready to share those insights and talk with experts on both topics on this podcast.
Hall of Fame GM Bill Polian talks about his book "Super Bowl Blueprints." It's an oral history about 8 different NFL franchises, with key decision makers talking about what made their teams successful
We talk with veteran sportswriter Sal Maiorana of the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle about the Bills shattering loss in Kansas City. And more on Sullivan's Brewing Co. new affiliation with the Global Beer Network
Bills Wall of Famer Steve Tasker was on the sidelines for Buffalo's big win over New England and he has thoughts on the Bills vs. KC. Plus, the business of importing European beer to the US
We talk with Kevin Harlan of CBS about the Bills, the playoffs, and his approach to play by play. Also, Paul Finnegan of the Irish Echo on Irish-American culture
Bills DT Harrison Phillips on his recent play, the Bills strong defense, and his nomination as the team's Walter Payton Man of the Year
Hall of Fame QB Jim Kelly on the Bills, after their big win in New England, and his thoughts on his successor-Josh Allen
As the Bills get set for their rematch with the Patriots, we hear from former Bills and Patriots NT Fred Smerlas
Former NFL and Naval Academy QB has thoughts on the Bills Josh Allen after his performance against the Bucs. And Keri Sullivan of Canton, Ohio, a woman who owns 2-bars
We talk with writer Seth Wickersham, the author of "It's Better to Be Feared" about tje New England Patriots Super Bowl run, and Monday's matchup with the Bills. Plus, the Bills move on without Tre'Davious White
Former Bills kicker Scott Norwood reflects on his 7-years in Buffalo, his miss in Super Bowl XXV, and what Bills fans mean to him
Eric Wood, former Bills Center, now color analyst on the Bills radio network, gives his thoughts on the Bills stunning loss in Jacksonville and how to fix the offensive line. Plus, the 11-Day Power Play faces off Sunday--we'll talk with co-founder Mike Lesakowski
NFL business expert Mike Ginnitti of Spotrac.com talks about Josh Allen's contract extension and NFL business. Plus the labor crisis in the restaurant and tavern business-we talk with John Lane of Winking LIzard Taverns
Rich Deitsch is a TV and media reporter for The Athletic, formerly with Sports Illustrated. With the Bills between prime time TV appearances, he talks about the NFL on network TV
Former Bills Coach Rex Ryan has his assessment of the Bills, 4 games into the season. And getting set for the opening of Buffalo's newest Irish Pub, the Banshee
We talk with former Bills LB Daryl Talley, who has seen both of this year's Bills home games and come away impressed. Plus, we talk with Scott Neff, a managing partner of Fado, a chain of succesful Irish Pubs.
NFL on Fox color man Matt Millen just did the Bills game at Miami and we talked with him about the team, about his playing career, his tenure as Detroit Lions GM. and his recent health challenges. Also, Mike Dekker of Kohler Distributing on the rapidly changing beer market
CBS color man Charles Davis called the Bills season kickoff loss to the Steelers. He joins us to review the game and talk about the Bills moving forward. Plus-Sullivan's Brewing makes a splash in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We talk with Mino Soghomonian of Atlantic Beverage about the market.
NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund is an analytics expert, and she spent the preseason as the sideline reporter for Bills TV. She talks to us about the team, Josh Allen, and important metric measurements. Plus, Matt Malay, Beverage Director at Sea Level Oyster Bar outside Boston talks about the introduction of Sullivan's Maltings Irish Red Ale in Massachusetts
An offseason update on changes in NFL rules and officiating for 2021 with Ben Austro of FootballZebras.com. And a new way to keep draft beer lines clean-David Buckley of Glanola explains the process
Chris Trapasso, NFL Draft Analyst for CBS Sports, examines the Bills 2021 draft and some of the picks around the league. Plus, the Anchor Bar in Kennesaw, Ga gets ready to host a "Sullivan's Evening" with John Murphy on May 14
No big splash, but the Bills are making moves as NFL Free Agency begins. We talk with Sideline Reporter Sal Capaccio about the moves. Plus, Sullivan's Brewing teams up with Buffalo's 11-Day Power Play
What's ahead for the Bills and the rest of the NFL in the 2021 offseason? We talk with Bill Barnwell of ESPN.com for a look ahead. Plus, beer talk with David Schutte, the man behind BriteSmith Brewing in Williamsville, along with Creekview and Oliver's Restaurants
We talk with Buffalo News Bills reporter Vic Carucci about what's ahead for the Bills in 2021, and about Super Bowl LV, the first one he hasn't attended in decades. Also, Will Cleveland, the Beer Columnist at the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
The Bills 2020 season ended with a thud-their loss in the AFC Championship game. Kim Jones of the NFL network joins us to talk about the team and what lies ahead
The Bills get set to play the Chiefs for a spot in the Super Bowl. We talk with former Bills C Eric Wood about their chances and their win last week over Baltimore. Plus, Liam LaHart, the founder of The Porterhouse Brewing Co. in Ireland, the first craft brewery to set up shop in Ireland
The Bills prep for the AFC Divisional Round matchup with Baltimore and we'll talk to broadcaster Ross Tucker (former Bills OL) and Baltimore radio man Nestor Aparicio. Plus, Sullivan's gets ready for widespread distribution in New Jersey. We talk with Brian Durand of Shore Point Distributing
The AFC Wild Card game features the Bills and the Indianapolis Colts. Former Bills and Colts WR Billy Brooks joins us to preview the matchup. Plus, Pat Morgan of Mountain Creek ski resort says it's about more than hills and snow.
As the Bills celebrate their AFC East Title, they get set to play the former champs. The play by play voice of the Patriots, Bob Socci, joins us to talk about the vibe in New England. Plus, Gloria Rakowsky, the woman behind Crafted Minds, a beer education program she has launched
The Bills are closing in on the AFC East title. We'll talk with NFL reporter Tyler Dunne about the team and the NFL this year, plus the state of NFL journalism and his efforts to make it better. Plus Jason Murphy, national Beverage Manager for Buffalo Wild Wings, a company that pours more beer than anyone else in the USA
Hall of Fame RB Thurman Thomas on the Bills and their victory over the Niners. And we talk with Butch Elmgren of Thos O'Reilly's Public House in Atlanta, about keeping a classic Irish Pub going during Covid
ESPN's Kevin Connors, an avowed Bills fan, gives his thoughts on the 8-3 Bills and their win over the Chargers. Plus, the history of Ellicottville Brewing Company from founder Peter Kreinheder
Bills network radio color man Steve Tasker talks about the 7-3 Bills at the bye, and why he likes doing the NFL on radio better than TV. And Maria MacPeek, who runs The Irishman in Williamsville, on the bar/restaurant crisis in the Covid era.
An in-depth look at Arizona's miracle win over the Bills from Cardinals color man Ron Wolfley, a Western New York native. And beer talk with home brewer and Certified Cicerone Vince Becker of Savannah
We talk with NBC's Mike Tirico about the Bills, the NFL's struggle with Covid, and Notre Dame's wild (dangerous?) on-field postgame celebration. Plus Mark Fox of Fox Lifestyle Hospitality Group on the quarantine's impact on his 5 NYC restaurants
There are plenty of considerations for NFL teams at the trade deadline-we talk with Mike Ginnitti of @spotrac about all of then. Then, beer business-the wholesale/distribution end from Brett Tupaj of @McCraithBev
Former Bills Head Coach, and longtime NFL defensive guru talks about the Bills and NFL defense in 2020. And John Lane of Winking Lizard Taverns in Cleveland talks about his business and the beer business
The Bills regroup after their second straight loss-longtiime Bills beat writer Vic Carucci of the Buffalo News on Buffalo's 4-2 record, and thoughts on building a new stadium in the Covid era. Plus, David Hoyne, the man behind Kitty Hoyne's Irish pub in Syracuse, on what makes a classic Irish pub.
ESPN icon Chris Berman talks about his career, his connection with the Bills and their fans, and the NFL in the Covid era. Plus Bill Shufelt, CEO of Athletic Brewing Company, the country's first brewer of non-alcoholic craft beer.
The first place Buffalo Bills are coming off a big win in Las Vegas and we'll talk with former Bills LB Lorenzo Alexander about the win. We'll also talk with him about the NFL and NFLPA Covid protocols and social justice. Also, Kevin Townsell, the man behind the new Hofbrauhaus Buffalo, joins us to talk about Buffalo's newest beer hall.
The Bills are 3-0 with a remarkable comeback win over the Rams. We'll talk with Buffalo News sportswriter Mark Gaughan about the win, the season so far, and covering the NFL in the covid era. Also, Sullivan's Brewmaster Ian Hamilton joins us to talk about the art, and science, of brewing.
John Murphy discusses the Bills 2-0 start. Jimmy Cefalo, former Dolphins WR, now play by play voice of the Dolphins, on the Bills-Miami game, broadcasting in the Covid era, and the restaurant business in South Florida. And Buffalo bar owner Mike Shatzel talks about his family's role in Buffalo's hospitality industry and the future of the business.
Hall of Fame WR James Lofton on the Bills Kickoff Sunday win. Some thoughts on the Bills social justice efforts and what games without fans might lead to. And Flying Bison Founder Tim Herzog on craft beer in Buffalo
Former Bills Center Eric Wood on the 2020 forecast for the team, and Sullivan's CEO Michael Meade on Sullivan's Brewing Company
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