Podcast appearances and mentions of chris furnari

On this episode of "Thirsty Talk" we break down the recent incident between Uproxx (@uproxx) & Brewbound (@brewbound) where Uproxx did an article about the top beer influencers to follow and following that article on episode 44 of the Brewbound podcast with Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall show that misogyny is still alive and present in the beer world and how much they were butthurt that they didn't get selected for the top influencer list. Cheers! Beers: Plan Bee Farm Brewery- Pickle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lomOK1O_eEM Veza Sur Brewing- La Yuma Dark Lager References: https://uproxx.com/life/best-beer-influencers-on-instagram-2019/ https://www.brewbound.com/news/an-apology-from-bevnet-and-brewbound-regarding-brewbound-podcast-episode-44 https://www.brewbound.com/news/a-letter-to-our-listeners-on-brewbound-podcast-episode-44 https://www.brewbound.com/news/2019/brewbound-podcast-episode-44-julie-verratti-talks-expansion-debt-management-and-diversity-inclusion-in-brewing --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thirsty-samurai-piggy/support

In episode 45 of the Brewbound Podcast, Beer Institute CEO Jim McGreevy discusses his group’s effort to extend tax cuts for all brewers and importers. He also discusses the importance of fighting aluminum and steel tariffs, explains what it’s like to work in Washington, D.C., as a lobbyist in the Trump era, and provides an update on an industry-wide advertising initiative aimed at improving the health of the beer category. Show Notes: 0:00 – 16:40: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 45, discuss the constant barrage of hard seltzer content hitting the internet, and read the latest headlines.  16:40 – 41:25: Furnari and Kendall interview Beer Institute CEO Jim McGreevy. 41:25 – 1:01:10: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview, and select their four-pack of summer activities to do with a beer.

In episode 44 of the Brewbound Podcast, Julie Verratti discusses her experience opening a second brewing location, and explains why the company structured its debt around reasonable growth projections. Show Notes: 0:00 – 15:30: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 44 and recap their Fourth of July vacations.  15:30 – 46:05: Furnari and Kendall interview Denizens Brewing co-founder Julie Verratti 46:05 – 1:14:07: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview, select their four-pack of all-time summer blockbusters, and do some “dumb journalist math.”

In episode 43 of the Brewbound Podcast, Nancy Palmer discusses what franchise law reform could look like in Georgia, and shares her outlook on similar efforts across the U.S. Show Notes: 0:00 – 10:30: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 43, do some Fourth of July trivia and share the latest news 10:30 – 39:40: Furnari interviews Georgia Craft Brewers Guild executive director Nancy Palmer 00:00 – 1:00:18: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview, and select their four-pack of Fourth of July activities.

In episode 42 of the Brewbound Podcast, Torch & Crown Brewing co-founder John Dantzler discusses the ins and outs of bankruptcy buys, and explains why he’s committed to opening a production brewery in Manhattan. He also discusses what’s leading to the uptick in distressed brewery sales, and shares how his business model has evolved over the last five years to accommodate for the current marketplace realities. Show Notes: 0:00 – 23:55: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 42, discuss hard seltzers, old beer on retail shelves, and the latest news.  23:55 – 1:02:08: Furnari and Kendall interview Torch & Crown Brewing co-founder John Dantzler. 1:02:08 – 1:23:36: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview, and rundown segments

In episode 41 of the Brewbound Podcast, Brew Gentlemen co-founder Matt Katase discusses his flagship philosophy and explains why he identifies “themes” to help guide the company at the start of every year. He also shares the company’s expansion plans and contemplates the future of beer retailing. Show Notes: 0:00 – 10:55: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 41, discuss the Beer Institute’s annual meeting and share recent news. 10:55 – 41:00: Furnari and Kendall interview Brew Gentlemen co-founder Matt Katase 41:00 – 1:00:44: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview, and rundown segments

In episode 40 of the Brewbound Podcast, Athletic Brewing co-founder Bill Shufelt discusses his outlook on the emerging non-alcoholic beer sector in the U.S., and the occasions in which his products -- and others like it -- play. Show Notes: 0:00 – 23:45: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 40, discuss the Beer Institute’s annual meeting and share recent news 23:45 – 51:14: Furnari and Kendall interview Athletic Brewing co-founder Bill Shufelt 51:14 – 1:01:22: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview

In episode 39 of the Brewbound Podcast, Sleeping Giant founder Matthew Osterman shares his perspective on the current state of contract brewing in the U.S. and explains how the contract brewery competes for business at a time when some well-known regional craft players have opened up their breweries for contract opportunities. Show Notes: 0:00 – 20:35: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 39 and discuss news 20:35 – 52:15: Furnari and Kendall interview Matthew Osterman 52:15 – 1:11:10: Furnari and Kendall share takeaways from the interview + rundown segments

In episode 38 of the Brewbound Podcast, New Belgium CEO Steve Fechheimer discusses the internal tug-of-war between creating new brand identities and leveraging the company’s already well-established name.  Show Notes: 0:00 – 20:35: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 38 and discuss news 20:35 – 52:15: Furnari and Kendall interview Steve Fechheimer 52:15 – 1:11:10: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 37 of the Brewbound Podcast, Ceria Beverages co-founder Keith Villa discusses his days of brewing and selling the iconic Blue Moon brand, and shares his outlook for the future of cannabis-infused drinks. Show Notes: 0:00 – 26:05: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 37 and discuss the latest news 26:05 – 1:09:55: Furnari and Kendall interview Keith Villa 1:09:55 – 1:23:23: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 30 of the Brewbound Podcast, NBWA chief economist Lester Jones explains how the NBWA’s monthly “Beer Purchaser’s Index” can help predict future industry trends, and how beer professionals can use it to make more informed decisions. He also explains his “cognitive beer dissonance” theory, and gives us all a reason to believe that the industry is actually pretty healthy. Show Notes: 0:00 – 20:25: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 30, discuss a recent encounter with baseball legend Wade Boggs and discuss the latest news 20:25 – 54:00 Furnari and Kendall interview Lester Jones 54:00 – 1:07: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 29 of the Brewbound Podcast, Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall chat with Allagash founder Rob Tod about how the addition of canned packages will transform the Allagash business in the years to come, how the company is repositioning itself off-premise, why it invests disproportionately in quality-control measures and how it approaches innovation without chasing trends. Show Notes: 0:00 – 16:45: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 29, discuss recent people moves and provide an update on #Corntroversy 16:45 – 1:00:10 Furnari and Kendall interview Rob Tod 1:00:10 – 1:11:35: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 28 of the Brewbound Podcast, BA chief economist Bart Watson shares his early 2018 analysis and discusses the circumstances that have led to an increasing number of brewery closures in recent years. He also answers questions about the BA’s revised craft brewer definition, and the possible future impact of legal recreational cannabis on the alcohol segment. Show Notes: 0:00 – 17:50: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 28 and discuss the latest legislative and leadership updates in the beer industry 18:50 – 53:50: Furnari and Kendall interview Bart Watson 53:50 – 1:04:38: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and run down segments

In episode 27 of the Brewbound Podcast, Fort Point Beer Company founder Justin Catalana shares his plan to grow the company’s revenue to as much as $22 million in 2019, while hiring another five dozen employees. He also discusses the pros and cons of self-distribution, why the company takes a debt-averse approach to financing growth, and how it builds strong core brands at time when breweries and consumers alike are  chasing new beer offerings. Show Notes:  0:00 – 18:50: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 27 and discuss the Brewers Association’s new top 50 U.S. craft brewing companies list 18:50 – 50:10: Furnari interviews Justin Catalana 50:10 – 1:10:14: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and run down segments

In episode 26 of the Brewbound Podcast, recorded in February, Monday Night Brewing co-founder Jeff Heck discusses the company’s recruiting and hiring processes, interviewing and onboarding new employees, the company’s culture, and how the executive team encourages employees to take ownership over certain aspects of the brewery’s operations.  Show Notes:  0:00 – 10:20: Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode 26 and discuss recent news items. 10:20 – 40:55: Furnari and Kendall interview Jeff Heck 40:55 – 49:45: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 24 of the Brewbound Podcast, which was recorded at the end of 2018, Chris Jackson and Patrick Delves discuss Seismic’s sustainability efforts, what it’s like to sell beer in wine country, early entrepreneurial lessons they’ve learned, and how the emerging cannabis industry could disrupt the alcohol sector, among other topics. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall talk about Anheuser-Busch InBev’s latest acquisition and discuss a pair of compromise bills in Texas that could finally give manufacturing breweries the right to sell beer to-go. Show Notes: 0:00 – 18:16: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 24 and discuss recent news items. 18:16 – 55:03: Furnari interviews Jackson and Delves 55:03 – 1:12:54: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown segments

In episode 22 of the Brewbound Podcast, Russian River Brewing co-owner Natalie Cilurzo sits down for a wide-ranging conversation that examines the process of managing debt, buying out investors, building a $50 million brewery, exploring industry trends and more. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall discuss Anheuser-Busch’s Super Bowl LIII commercials and Sierra Nevada’s first-ever acquisition. They also give their Warm Shelf/Cold Box nominations of the week, and play a game of “Did Andy Crouch Tweet That?” Show Notes: 0:00 – 14:40: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 22, discuss Super Bowl commercials and Sierra Nevada’s first-ever acquisition. 14:40 – 58:00: Furnari interviews Cilurzo 58:00 – 1:12:47: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown segments

In episode 21 of the Brewbound Podcast, Murray discusses the changes to the American beer scene that he’s witnessed during his long career in beer, his latest collaboration with Wachusett Brewing and innovations that could drive future category growth. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall share their takeaways from the annual Beer Business Daily Summit in San Diego. Show Notes: 0:00 – 18:07: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 21, and share their takeaways from the 16th Annual Beer Business Daily Summit18:07 – 51:18: Furnari and Kendall interview Fergal Murray51:18 – 1:02:07: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and explain why McP’s Irish Pub on Coronado Island has some of the best people watching

In episode 20 of the Brewbound Podcast, House Beer founder Brendan Sindell discusses his company’s value proposition, its distribution and growth strategy, the challenges and opportunities of selling a single product offering and why his investors remain interested in the beer category despite declining volumes. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall discuss Super Bowl storylines, the closing of the Widmer taproom in Portland, Oregon, and key executive hires at Sierra Nevada and MillerCoors. They also share some social media accounts to follow, and discuss the latest “Beer Twitter” debate over craft breweries using unpaid volunteers on packaging day. Show Notes: 0:00 – 20:10: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 20, discuss Super Bowl storylines and discuss the latest news20:10 – 49:30: Furnari interviews Brendan Sindell49:30 – 1:06:37: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown this week’s segments

In episode 19 of the Brewbound Podcast, Josh Landan talks about his time building the Saint Archer brand and the lessons he learned as a first-time entrepreneur. He also discusses the differences between building a beer company and a non-alcoholic beverage company. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall discuss the early 2019 headlines and storylines. Furnari and Kendall also make some predictions for the new year and provide an update on the Goose Island field goal challenge.  Show Notes: 0:00 – 24:45: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 19, and make some predictions 24:45 – 59:55: Furnari and Kendall interview Josh Landan 59:55 – 1:09:52: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 18 of the Brewbound Podcast, Tony Yanow discusses the circumstances that led to the sale of Golden Road, and what his goals are for the Artisanal Brewers Collective. He also talks about the state of the craft beer market, the consumer shift toward supporting hyper-local businesses, and how he evaluates beers that are sold in his pubs. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall discuss Andy Thomas’ revised employment contract with CBA, and explain why Pizza Hut is expanding its beer delivery service. Furnari and Kendall also share musings from beer Twitter, including the outrage over Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s choice of beer, and Goose Island’s free-beer-for-a-year promotion. Show Notes: 0:00 – 16:35: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 18, discuss Andy Thomas’ revised employment contract with CBA, and explain why Pizza Hut is expanding its beer delivery service 16:35 – 51:35: Furnari and Kendall interview Tony Yanow 51:35 – 1:15:56: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown segments

In episode 17 of the Brewbound Podcast, Brewery Ommegang president Doug Campbell discusses the Brut IPA trend, how Brewery Ommegang plans to help build awareness around the new style, and the challenges of building an entirely new product category. He also discusses strategies for executing successful partnerships – such as the one Ommegang had with HBO and the Game of Thrones series – as well as a consumer shift toward prioritizing proximity over quality when making purchasing decisions.  Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall share Brewbound’s most-read stories of 2018, and the final news clips that crossed our desks before the end of the year. Furnari and Kendall also introduce two new segments, and share their 2019 New Year’s resolutions. Show Notes: 0:00 – 12:25: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 17, discuss the top read stories on Brewbound in 2018 and the final news clips of the year 12:25 – 50:53: Furnari and Kendall interview Doug Campbell 50:53 – 1:10:31: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown segments

In episode 16 of the Brewbound Podcast, Brooklyn Brewery CEO Eric Ottaway discusses his company’s global partnership strategy, shrinking international opportunities for U.S. craft breweries, growing consumer interest in low- and no-alcohol products, and the overall state of the beer business. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall discuss the latest news, including information about Anheuser-Busch InBev’s recent partnership with Canadian cannabis company Tilray, layoffs at Oregon’s Deschutes Brewery, the Brewers Association’s “craft brewer” definition change and retail franchise Craft Beer Cellar’s ongoing legal disputes. Show Notes:  0:00 – 21:27: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 16 and discuss the latest beer news 21:27 – 53:50: Furnari and Kendall interview Eric Ottaway at Brewbound Live 53:50 – 1:00:06: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 15 of the Brewbound Podcast, Woods Beer Co. founder Jim Woods discusses his company’s shift from a distribution-focused business model to a retail-minded operation. He also talks about the difficulty of trying to build a new product segment – in his case yerba mate-infused beer – and the challenges small breweries face now that thousands of competitors have flooded the space.  Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall share the latest news, including information about new co-packing facility in New Hampshire, details about equipment manufacturer DME’s receivership, and an update on Drizly’s latest round of funding. Show Notes: 0:00 – 7:07: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 15 and read the latest news 8:07 – 40:15: Furnari interviews Jim Woods 40:15 – 54:29: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview

In episode 14 of the Brewbound Podcast, Michael Kurson and Neil Quigley, the founders of Briggs Hard Seltzer, discuss their offerings – which are made with 100 percent real fruit -- the emerging spiked seltzer category, and the opportunities they see for a higher-end brand in the market. Also in this episode: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall share the latest news, including details about layoffs at Anheuser-Busch, another update on the Trillium Brewing controversy and new data from the Brewers Association. Furnari and Kendall also celebrate the return of segments, including the debut of “Seriously, WTF?”  Show Notes: 0:00 – 8:05: Furnari and Kendall introduce episode 14 and read the latest news 8:05 – 31:48: Furnari interviews the founders of Briggs Hard Seltzer 31:48 – 41:00: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview 41:00 – 56:19: Segments, including “Seriously, WTF?” “Bad PR Pitches” and Buy ‘Em a Beer.”

In episode 13 of the Brewbound Podcast, Dan Kopman, the co-founder of The Saint Louis Brewery, discusses his experience launching and building Schlafly Beer in the early days of craft beer, the amount of change that’s occurred in the industry since the early 1990s – and the impact that’s had on the three-tier system -- and he also shares lessons for other beer entrepreneurs. Also in this episode: Brewbound editor Chris Furnari shares the latest news items, including information about a new hard seltzer product from Oskar Blues, an update on the Pabst-MillerCoors contract brewing lawsuit, and details about Boston-area craft brewery Trillium Brewing, whose labor practices and brewing methods are under scrutiny after accusations were lodged by a self-described former employee in an online beer forum. Show Notes: 0:00 – 1:17: Furnari introduces episode 13 1:17 – 6:20: Furnari runs down the latest beer industry news 6:20 – 44:15: Furnari interviews Dan Kopman 44:15 – 45:25: Outro

In episode 12 of the Brewbound Podcast, editor Chris Furnari interviews Jake Maddux, owner of The Brewer’s Table in Austin, Texas. During the interview, Maddux discusses how The Brewers’ Table is redefining food and beer pairings, how he fortuitously found his way into the beer industry, and why he is hell-bent on winning a James Beard Award.Episode 12 also features a conversation about the 2018 Brewbound Live business conference with Brewbound editor Justin Kendall and BevNET senior brand specialist Jon Landis.Show Notes:0:00 – 10:00: Introduction to episode 12 and a discussion about Brewbound Live 201810:00 – 39:45: Interview with Jake Maddux39:45 – 41:02: Outro

In episode 11 of the Brewbound Podcast, editor Chris Furnari interviews Hugh Sisson, the founder and managing partner of Heavy Seas Beer in Baltimore, Maryland. In the mid-’80s, Sisson successfully lobbied the Maryland General Assembly to pass legislation required to open a brewpub in Maryland, and he opened the state’s first pub brewery, called Sisson’s. In 1994, he left Sisson’s to launch Clipper City Brewing Company, which is more widely known as Heavy Seas. Today, his company’s products are sold in 20 states as well as Washington, D.C. During the interview, Hugh discusses how his company is evolving amid increasing competition within the craft beer segment, and he explains the headwinds facing regional breweries. He also talks about trends that he’s paying close attention to, and shares his vision of how the beer category will continue to mature in the coming years. Show Notes:0:00 – 3:03: Introduction to episode 113:03 – 39:14: Interview with Hugh Sisson39:14 – 40:02: Outro

In episode 10 of the Brewbound Podcast, Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall interview Independence Brewing co-founder Amy Cartwright.Throughout the conversation, Cartwright discusses her entrepreneurial journey, explains how the craft beer landscape in Texas has changed since Independence opened in 2004, and shares her thoughts on consumer purchasing habits.   Cartwright also discusses her company’s deal with Lagunitas Brewing and Texas’ confusing direct-to-consumer sales laws. Also in this episode: Furnari and Kendall discuss Artisanal Brewing Ventures’ acquisition of Sixpoint, Pabst Brewing’s lawsuit with MillerCoors, and the ‘Camp Fire’ wildfires in California. They also share some bad PR pitches, and offer a conspiracy theory about rapper Post Malone and Brewers Association director Paul Gatza. Show Notes: 0:00 – 1:08: Furnari introduces episode ten 1:31 – 13:06: Furnari and Kendall discuss the latest news items. 13:06 – 49:12: Interview with Cartwright 49:12 – 1:11:16: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown the latest segments.

In episode nine of the Brewbound Podcast, Brewbound editor Justin Kendall interviews Victory Brewing co-founder Bill Covaleski. In episode nine of the Brewbound Podcast, editor Justin Kendall interviews Victory Brewing co-founder Bill Covaleski, who explains how the company’s growth strategies have evolved as the craft beer category has become more competitive. Throughout the conversation, Covaleski shares his thoughts on how craft breweries can reach a broader base of beer consumers as well as opportunities he sees ahead for Victory. He also dives into Victory and Southern Tier’s tie-up with Artisanal Brewing Ventures and talks about the family-office backed collective’s appetite for continued M&A. Also in this episode: Kendall and fellow Brewbound editor Chris Furnari discuss the proposed changes to the Brewers Association’s (BA) craft brewer definition, and rundown a grab bag of segments. Show Notes: 0:00 – 1:55: Furnari introduces episode nine. 2:15 – 24:46: Furnari and Kendall discuss proposed changes to the BA craft brewer definition, and introduce the interview with Covaleski. 24:46 – 48:00: Interview with Covaleski. 48:00 – 1:06:12: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview and rundown this week's segments.

In episode eight of the Brewbound Podcast, editor Chris Furnari interviews Constellation Brands’ beer division chairman Bill Hackett, who talks about building the Corona brand in the United States.Throughout the conversation, Hackett discusses how the beer industry has changed since he started with Pabst Brewing Company in 1976, the strategies that have allowed the Corona brand to flourish in the U.S. over the last three decades, and how he sees the beer market evolving in the years to come.Also in this episode: Furnari and fellow Brewbound editor Justin Kendall discuss the latest news and run down segments.Show Notes:0:00 – 1:45: Furnari introduces episode eight2:06 – 10:30: Furnari and Kendall catch up on the latest news and introduce the featured interview with Bill Hackett10:30 – 37:30: Interview with Hackett37:30 – 46:30: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview46:30 – 55:01: Furnari and Kendall rundown three Brewbound Podcast segments -- Challenge Flag, Are You Kidding Me and Tweet of the WeekThe Brewbound Podcast is an audio broadcast extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

In episode seven of the Brewbound Podcast, editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall discuss Texas’ confusing direct-to-consumer sales laws with Hops & Grain Brewing founder Josh Hare. Throughout the conversation, Hare explains his path to becoming a brewery entrepreneur, how he’s financed the company’s growth over the last seven years, and why current Texas alcohol laws make it difficult for upstart breweries to breakout. Also in this episode: Furnari and Kendall share the latest news and run down segments. Show Notes:0:00 – 1:57:  Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode seven2:18 – 7:27: Furnari and Kendall catch up on the latest news and introduce the featured interview with Josh Hare 7:27 – 51:15: Interview with Hare 51:15 – 59:18: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview59:18 – 1:07:39: Furnari and Kendall rundown Brewbound Podcast segmentsThe Brewbound Podcast is an audio broadcast extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

The War on Men continues as John Mayer discusses a made up Alpha Male contract, women yells at her husband for 30 minutes blaming all men for the problems of the world, plus a Bills meltdown last week, remembering Dennis Hof & we talk to Chris Furnari from BrewBound.com for Cigar Oktoberfest.

In episode six of the Brewbound Podcast, editor Chris Furnari and Dogfish Head co-founder Sam Calagione discuss how the Delaware craft brewery is “navigating the noise” of 7,000 small breweries, how other craft breweries can grow without taking on too much debt, and how Dogfish Head has financed its own expansion in recent years. Throughout the conversation, conducted during Dogfish Head’s annual distributor meeting, held in Baltimore last month, Calagione explains the benefits of remaining a small, taproom-focused brewery in today’s competitive marketplace, why he is bullish on the Brewers Association’s independent craft brewer seal, and how he envisions the marketplace evolving in the coming years. Also in this episode: Furnari and Brewbound assistant editor Justin Kendall share the latest news and run down segments. Show Notes:0:00 – 1:34:  Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode six1:55 – 6:31: Furnari and Kendall catch up on the latest news and introduce the featured interview with Sam Calagione6:31 – 39:16: Interview with Calagione39:16 – 50:17: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview50:17 – 55:18: Furnari and Kendall rundown Brewbound Podcast segmentsThe Brewbound Podcast is an audio broadcast extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

In episode five of the Brewbound Podcast, editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall sit down with Three Weavers founder Lynne Weaver to discuss why she “bought into” the Canarchy Craft Brewery Collective, opportunities to grow craft beer sales in Los Angeles and why Three Weavers initially chose to build its brand on-premise as a draft-only brewery.Throughout the conversation, conducted during the 2018 Great American Beer Festival, Weaver explains the process of launching, scaling and selling Three Weavers, the maturation of the craft beer category, and how Canarchy will help Three Weavers expand into off-premise chain retail sets. Also in this episode: Furnari and Kendall share the latest news and run down segments.Show Notes:0:00 – 1:26:  Furnari introduces episode five.1:48 – 8:08: Furnari and Kendall catch up on the latest news and introduce the featured interview with Lynne Weaver8:08 – 39:21: Interview with Lynne Weaver39:21 – 44:46: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the interview44:46 – 55:42: Brewbound Podcast segments: Challenge Flag and Stay Woke.The Brewbound Podcast is an audio broadcast extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

In episode four of the Brewbound Podcast, editor Chris Furnari sits down with Braxton Brewing co-founder Jake Rouse to discuss his journey as a beer entrepreneur, collaboration and partnership strategies, and managing rapid growth. Throughout the conversation, conducted in mid-August 2018, Rouse explains how his company approaches collaborative brewing projects. He also shares how Braxton has professionalized as it has grown while maintaining its company culture as well as the loneliness of being a founder.  Also in this episode: Brewbound assistant editor Justin Kendall shares the latest news and runs down our segments. Show Notes: 0:00 – 1:17:  Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode four 1:38 – 13:16: Furnari and Kendall catch up on the latest news and introduce the featured interview with Jake Rouse 13:16 – 59:06: Interview with Jake Rouse 59:06 – 1:03:28: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the Rouse interview 1:03:28 – 1:18:06: Furnari and Kendall rundown Brewbound Podcast segments The Brewbound Podcast is an audio broadcast extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

In episode three of the Brewbound Podcast, Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall sit down with Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper and Tomme Arthur, the co-founder of Port Brewing and The Lost Abbey, for two separate conversations about beer, politics and the future of brewing. During the episode’s first interview, Gov. Hickenlooper discusses his possible presidential bid in 2020, the impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on small businesses, an emerging cannabis industry and the evolution of the craft beer category since he opened Denver’s Wynkoop Brewing in 1988. In the second interview with Port Brewing’s Tomme Arthur, Furnari and Kendall explore the state of the industry, innovation versus imitation, and how he thinks the industry will continue to evolve in the future. Show Notes: 0:00 – 3:28:  Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode two.  3:30 – 19:46: An interview with Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper 19:48 – 21:13: Furnari and Kendall introduce their interview with Tomme Arthur 21:15 – 57:04: An Interview with Tomme Arthur 57:05 – 1:04:17: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the Arthur interview.  1:04:17 – 1:13:20:  Furnari and Kendall rundown Brewbound Podcast segments “First One’s Free,” and “Beer Twitter.” The Brewbound Podcast is an audio broadcast extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

In the second episode of the Brewbound Podcast, Carey Falcone, the co-founder of New Realm Brewing, joins Brewbound editor Chris Furnari in a discussion about his long career in the beer business and the launch of the Atlanta-based beer company. Throughout the conversation, Falcone talks about his experience as a first-time entrepreneur, New Realm’s core values, the eight-year planning process to get the brewery off the ground, and how he convinced former Stone Brewing Company brewmaster Mitch Steele to move across the country to join a startup in the South. Falcone also discusses the impact that recently enacted direct-sales laws in Georgia have had on New Realm’s business, the decision to purchase a distressed brewing facility in Virginia ahead of the company’s original expansion plans, and how he envisions the craft beer category evolving over the next decade. Show Notes: 0:00 -- 1:33: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce episode two. 1:54 -- 11:18: Furnari and Kendall catch up on the most recent industry news, and introduce the Falcone interview. 11:20 -- 48:12: Furnari interviews Falcone. 48:15 – 58:27: Furnari and Kendall share their takeaways from the Falcone interview, and introduce upcoming Brewbound Podcast segments. The Brewbound Podcast is an extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send comments and suggestions to podcast@brewbound.com.

In the inaugural episode of the Brewbound Podcast, Dan Kenary, the co-founder of Boston-based Mass Bay Brewing Company (Harpoon Brewery), joins Brewbound editor Chris Furnari in a discussion on the state of the beer industry. Throughout the conversation, Kenary talks about his experience launching and scaling Harpoon, some of the more savvy business decisions he’s made over the years -- including the purchase of a distressed brewery in Vermont for 25 cents on the dollar -- and where he thinks the craft category is headed over the next few years. Show Notes: 0:00 -- 5:41: Brewbound editors Chris Furnari and Justin Kendall introduce the Brewbound podcast and discuss the upcoming Brew Talks GABF meetup in Denver, Colorado. 5:44 -- 44:30: Interview with Dan Kenary 44:30 -- 50:25: Furnari and Kendall discuss takeaways from the conversation with Kenary. The Brewbound Podcast is an extension of Brewbound’s leading B2B beer industry reporting, featuring interviews with beer industry executives and entrepreneurs, along with highlights and commentary from the weekly news. New episodes are released every Thursday. Send us comments and suggestions anytime to podcast@brewbound.com.

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Here’s a hypothetical question: What if we were to tell you that one could start a food company and in less than five years sell it for $600 million? Would that be something you’d be interested in? (That was a rhetorical question.) As unlikely as it sounds, that’s exactly what happened to Peter Rahal, the co-founder and CEO of RXBAR. Launched in 2013, RXBAR, which markets clean label protein bars, quickly became one of the fastest growing snack brands in the U.S. The company had net sales of approximately $120 million in 2017 and in October was acquired by the Kellogg Company for the aforementioned $600 million. We recently sat down with Rahal to discuss the incredible growth of RXBAR, including the decision that sparked a major turning point for the brand, and how being “miserably uncomfortable for the past five years” has helped him grow as a leader. Here’s another hypothetical question: what if you could buy a countertop appliance that would enable you to make RXBARs at home? How about one that could make your favorite style of beer? Well, you’re in luck! That’s if you want the magic beer machine, not the protein bar one; that doesn’t exist…. yet. Founded in 2010, PicoBrew is a fast-growing maker of automatic brewing appliances designed for small craft beer producers and homebrewers. Co-founder and CEO Bill Mitchell joined us for an interview about how the appliances are disrupting the beer industry’s traditional three-tier system, the company’s long-term vision is and how he expects it to evolve and expand into other beverage categories. Now, how about a snack with that homebrewed beverage? Consider AvoLuv, a new brand of chips made from avocados. Founder and CEO Eric Healy spoke with us about the development and business strategy behind AvoLuv and what he’s looking for from investors -- all included in the latest edition of Elevator Talk. Show notes: 2:35: Trendspotting In South America -- Project NOSH editor Carol Ortenberg recently returned from a trip to Chile and Argentina and shared her thoughts on food culture, interesting ingredients, and novel brands in the two countries. The hosts also chat about recent visits to BevNET HQ from the founders of Ruby Rockets and Nitro Beverage Co. and encourage other brand owners to make a trip to see us. 9:58: Interview: Peter Rahal, Co-Founder/CEO, RXBAR -- Six months after the sale of RXBAR, Peter Rahal spoke with Project NOSH editor Carol Ortenberg about the launch and rapid development of the company. Among topics of discussion: how Rahal, a self-described introvert, was forced into uncomfortable situations that eventually made him a better leader; how the brand’s revamp was a “leap of faith” and why Rahal believed that the company “couldn’t play the same game, from a design perspective, as everyone else,” and “needed to take a risk.” 39:13: Interview: Bill Mitchell, Co-Founder/CEO, PicoBrew -- In its eight years on the market, PicoBrew has has attracted significant interest from consumers, professional brewers and investors, having raised $20 million from 50 funding partners, including Zx Ventures, the global incubation arm of Anheuser-Busch InBev. Mitchell sat down with Brewbound editor Chris Furnari and discussed the company’s origins and business strategy, including how it plans to disrupt the market for hyperlocal craft beer. 1:04:39: Elevator Talk: Eric Healy, Founder/CEO, AvoLuv -- We met Eric Healy at Natural Products Expo West 2018, where the founder and CEO spoke with us about his avocado-based snack brand AvoLuv and the innovation behind its unique products. Brands in this episode: The Not Company, RxBar, Coronado Brewing Co., Rogue Ales, Avoluv

Mike Lee once helped organize a multi-course tasting dinner on a New York City subway car -- while it was in transit. As much as the encounter taught him about operational efficiency (i.e. service in 43 minutes flat, don’t get arrested) Lee, the founder of food incubation and product development firms Alpha Food Labs and Future Market, absorbed the value of creating experiential moments. “A lot of the stuff we’re doing today -- consulting with big food companies -- is not arguably doing dinners like we used to,” he said in an interview included in this episode of Taste Radio. “[But] I think that sense of thinking of the experience holistically, has definitely influenced how we market and engineer products.” A former executive with Chobani’s Innovation & New Ventures unit, Lee launched Alpha Food Labs and Future Market with the goal of understanding and executing upon a food system that is expected to look dramatically different in the decades to come. In a wide-ranging interview, Lee discussed how personalized nutrition and experiential marketing will shape the future of the food industry. Also included in this episode: A conversation with Jeremy Smith, the CEO and founder of LaunchPad Group. A longtime executive in the food and beverage industry and expert on food retailing at Costco, Smith shared his keys to success in the club channel. We also spoke with the man casually known as Mr. Guinness, Fergal Murray. A former master brewer and ambassador of the iconic Irish beer brand, Murray, now a consultant in the beer and spirits industry, shared his perspective on the future of craft beer over pints. In this week’s Elevator Talk, we chatted with Michael Kurson, the co-founder of Briggs Original, a brand of a spiked sparkling waters made fresh-pressed cranberries. This episode is presented by Top Health Ingredients. Show notes: 0:52: The Evolution of Expo West (in Five Minutes or Less): Natural Products Expo West 2018 has concluded and the hosts had just enough gas in the tank to reflect on the remarkable event and the changing landscape for natural brands. 8:07: Interview: Mike Lee, Founder, Alpha Food Labs and Future Market -- In an interview recorded at the 2018 Winter Fancy Food Show, Lee discussed the origins and missions of his two companies and how his experience as former executive at Chobani has helped shape their development. He also opined about the value of using fleeting experiences and the scarcity as a way to drive excitement and how he and his team are identifying new need states for consumption. 35:24: Interview: Jeremy Smith, Founder/CEO, LaunchPad Group-- We hear from a lot of young brands that want to break into the club channel. Well, we recently spoke with an expert on the business. Smith is the CEO and founder of Launchpad, a firm that works with emerging food brands on business and branding strategies and specializes in representation services for Costco. In our conversation, Smith explained when brands need to start planning for Costco and why you should always be in the room when your broker is presenting to a retail buyer. 56:51: Interview: Fergal Murray, Former Master Brewer, Guinness -- We recently sat down with Murray, a man many know as “Mr. Guinness,” a title bestowed for his prowess as a master brewer of the famous stout and custodian of the mythical brand. Now a consultant to beer and spirit brands, Murray,in the Boston area following his work with Wachusett Brewing Company in Westminster, Mass., joined Brewbound editor Chris Furnari for a conversation about how brands can stay top of mind with consumers and why the beer industry is embracing simpler styles. 1:17:23: Elevator Talk: Michael Kurson, Co-Founder, Briggs Original -- Kurson visited BevNET HQ for a introduction to Briggs Original, a brand of spiked seltzers made with freshly pressed fruit. Brands in this episode: Avoluv, Chobani, Wachusett Brewing, Briggs Original.

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Cold brew won’t save the world. Just ask Chris Campbell. The co-founder and CEO of Chameleon Cold-Brew, Campbell is well aware of cold brew’s vaunted status as one of the hottest trends in food and beverage. He’s also extremely proud of Chameleon’s commitment to quality, its devoted consumer base and its leadership position within the space, all of which were key elements to its recent acquisition by Nestlé. Yet, in a conversation included in this episode of Taste Radio, Campbell stressed that a healthy sense of humility has helped steer the ship and been critical to the company’s success. “There’s nothing being sold or developed here that is necessary for life,” Campbell said. “We’re all going to be fine without it. These are all things that are additive to our lives. [We keep] that in perspective: what we do is we sell coffee, deliver a little smile for the moment in the day. And that kind of humility has been incredibly helpful for us, and it’s pervasive in our company.” But, Chris, what about beer? Isn’t beer necessary for human existence? Meg Gill might be up for that debate. She’s the co-founder and president of Golden Road Brewing, who, like Campbell, sold her fast-growing beverage startup to a global conglomerate. Gill, a young and ambitious entrepreneur who in 2014 was recognized as part of Forbes' annual "30 Under 30" list, joined us for a conversation about the launch, development and eventual sale of her Los Angeles-based craft beer company to Anheuser-Busch InBev in 2015. Also included in this episode: the latest edition of Elevator Talk, which features Tribali Foods founder Angela Mavridis, who joined us for a chat about her upstart brand of organic and grass-fed meat patties. Show notes: 1:16: A Dirty, Zesty, Spirited Holiday -- The hosts riff on a sparkling partnership between Dirty Lemon Beverages and Vogue, how Zest Tea is taking on energy drinks with its new line of canned, “high-octane” teas, and Townshend’s Tea Company’s innovative take on distilled spirits. 6:24 Interview: Chris Campbell, Co-Founder/President/CEO, Chameleon Cold-Brew -- Just about a month after Nestle USA announced its acquisition of Chameleon Cold-Brew, we sat down with the co-founder and CEO of the insurgent coffee company, Chris Campbell. In an interview recorded at BevNET Live Winter 2017, Chris spoke with BevNET’s Ray Latif and John Craven about Chameleon’s launch in 2010 and how it established itself as a leader in the fast-growing cold-brew coffee segment. He also explained the role of innovation in the brand’s development, why Austin has been hotbed for entrepreneurship in food and beverage in recent years and offers up his thoughts on new cold brew brands entering the fray. 34:50: Interview: Meg Gill, Co-Founder, Golden Road Brewing -- Like Chris Campbell, Meg Gill is familiar with selling an upstart beverage company to a global conglomerate. She’s the co-founder of Golden Road Brewing, a Los Angeles-based craft beer company that launched in 2011 and was acquired by Anheuser-Busch InBev just four years later. In an interview with Brewbound editor Chris Furnari and BevNET CMO Mike Schneider, Gill spoke about the brand’s rapid growth and path to acquisition. She also explained how Golden Road, which has become Anheuser-Busch’s fastest growing craft brand, is competitive among other brands within A-B's portfolio, and plans to press on the gas in 2018. 1:00:50: Elevator Talk: Angela Mavridis, Founder/CEO, Tribali -- Tribali Foods, a maker of organic and grass-fed meat patties, was the winner of the Pitch Slam competition at NOSH Live Winter 2017. During the event, we caught up with the company’s founder Angela Mavidris, who spoke about the origins of Tribali and how it differentiates itself from competing brands, in this edition of Elevator Talk. Brands in this episode: Dirty Lemon, Zest Tea, Townshend’s Tea, Brew Dr. Kombucha, Chameleon Cold-Brew, GT’s Kombucha, Golden Road Brewing, Oskar Blues Brewing, Tribali Foods

This week’s episode of Taste Radio features a captivating interview with veteran beverage executive with Joth Ricci, a veteran beverage executive Joth Ricci with one of the most diverse, interesting and impactful track records of anyone in the industry. Over a 17-year career, Ricci has held roles as president of Stumptown Coffee, president and CEO of Jones Soda and managing director with beverage investment and advisory firm First Beverage Group. BevNET assistant editor Marty Caballero recently traveled to Portland, Ore. to meet with Ricci, who is currently the president of Adelsheim Vineyard, a pioneering winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley, and a board member at a number of fast-growing companies in the Pacific Northwest, including Brew Dr. Kombucha and Dry Sparkling. As part of their conversation, Ricci discussed his path to Adelsheim and shared insights into parallels between previous roles and beverage categories, how premiumization has changed the coffee business and why he believes there’s more to come for innovation in cold brew. Ricci also offered his take on why Portland has emerged as an incubation hub for innovative food and beverage trends. Also included in this week’s episode: Brewbound editor Chris Furnari and assistant editor Justin Kendall joined us to discuss recent M&A deals in craft beer, how they unfolded and their potential impact amid an industry in transition. And this week’s Elevator Talk features Deborah Aiza, the founder of Sweet'tauk, a brand of organic, cold-pressed lemonade. Show notes: 1:08: Intro: We’re at Whole Foods. We’re at Whole Foods. Wait, Is There an Echo In Here? -- Monday marked a new day for Whole Foods. The natural retail giant, whose acquisition by Amazon was approved by shareholders and federal regulators last Thurs., touted lower prices for many of its “best-selling staples” including organic bananas, salmon, organic eggs, almond butter, and grass fed beef. Amazon’s influence was promoted on product signage and sales displays for its Echo hands-free smart speaker (“Farm Fresh” read witty banners for the devices). The hosts discuss their take on the updates. 6:53: Interview: Joth Ricci, President, Adelsheim Vineyard -- BevNET assistant editor Marty Caballero recently traveled to Portland, Ore. and met with Joth Ricci, a veteran beverage executive who is currently the president of Adelsheim Vineyard. Joth discussed his path to Adelsheim, parallels between the businesses of coffee and wine, why entrepreneurs need to “learn to say ‘no’” and Portland's role as an incubation hub for innovative food and beverage trends. 41:39: Segment: A discussion with Brewbound editor Chris Furnari and assistant editor Justin Kendall join on recent M&A deals in craft beer, including Constellation Brands acquisition of Florida-based brewery Funky Buddha, San Francisco-based Magnolia Brewing’s acquisition by a group led by New Belgium Brewing Company, Sapporo Holdings’ purchase of Anchor Brewing, and Anheuser-Busch’s acquisition of Hiball, which markets energy drinks, sparkling waters, cold brew coffees and sister brand Alta Palla, a brand of non-caffeinated juices and seltzers. 1:00:59: Elevator Talk: Deborah Aiza, Founder, Sweet'Tauk Lemonade -- Sweet'tauk is a brand of organic, cold-pressed lemonade based in Montauk, N.Y. Brands in this episode: Adelsheim Vineyard, Stumptown Coffee, Jones Soda, Starbucks, Brew Dr. Kombucha, Dry Sparkling, Ninkasi Brewing, Funky Buddha, Magnolia Brewing, Anchor Brewing, Hiball, Alta Palla, Sweet’Tauk Lemonade. For sponsorship opportunities, feedback and suggestions contact podcast@bevnet.com.

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On this week's episode of Taste Radio, BevNET CEO John Craven joins Brewbound editor Chris Furnari for a conversation with Andy Thomas, CEO of the Craft Brew Alliance. As the head of one of the largest craft beer companies in the U.S., Thomas oversees a portfolio that includes Kona, Widmer, Redhook and others. During his segment, Thomas shares insight into topics such as the commercial evolution of the category, the importance of being patient with innovations (and where to find the inspiration to fuel them), and how the proliferation of small craft breweries is challenging companies to cultivate stronger, more unique brand identities. Also in this episode: BevNET staff writer Brad Avery asks: “why is this a thing?” of the colonial-era fermented drink switchel; an interview with author and cook Michael Ruhlman; and another edition of Elevator Talk, with featured guest L.A. McCrae, founder and chief visionary officer of North Carolina-based Black Star Line Brewing. Editor’s note: In the midst of recording Thomas’ interview during last month’s Brewbound Session in New York City, we mistakenly referred to Craft Brew Alliance as the “second-largest publicly traded beer company in the U.S.” We of course meant the second-largest craft beer company” and blame the welcome reception beers for our gaffe.

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Year two of the BevNET Podcast begins with a discussion on trends to watch in the worlds of non-alcoholic beverages, craft beer and natural foods. In this edition, the podcast team is joined by BevNET editor-in-chief Jeff Klineman and the editors of BevNET’s sister sites, Brewbound’s Chris Furnari and Project NOSH’s Carol Ortenberg, each of whom offered their take on the most pertinent trends and issues within the industries they cover.

In this edition of the BevNET Podcast, Chris Furnari, the editor of Brewbound, joins us to discuss his takeaways from the massive, 14,000-attendee Craft Brewers Conference and Brew Expo America, including some of the factors that are enabling massive growth in the craft beer category. We also discuss the increasing amount of merger and acquisition activity in the space, the prospect of 10,000 U.S. craft breweries, and the ongoing "craft vs. crafty" debate that just won’t die.