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Craft Beer Radio was once the go-to show for beer lovers eager to explore the world of craft beer. From 2005 to 2019, hosts Jeff and Greg delivered weekly interviews with brewers, reviews of new releases, and tips for enjoying your favorite brews. A staple on iPods and Zunes, the show mysteriously went silent in 2019. Years later, the truth emerged: the emotional toll of influencing the Hazy IPA Craze forced Jeff and Greg to confront the unintended consequences of their impact on the craft beer world.
After a long hiatus, Craft Beer Radio returned in 2023 with a new co-host, Shannon Bearer. But this time, the mission has changed. No longer focused on educating the masses about craft beer, the show now embraces a more relaxed, fun-first approach. Think of it as all post-show, all the time. The New Craft Beer Radio is here for the laughs, the stories, and the good times — with a beer in hand, of course.
After a long hiatus, Craft Beer Radio returned in 2023 with a new co-host, Shannon Bearer. But this time, the mission has changed. No longer focused on educating the masses about craft beer, the show now embraces a more relaxed, fun-first approach. Think of it as all post-show, all the time. The New Craft Beer Radio is here for the laughs, the stories, and the good times — with a beer in hand, of course.
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In this episode, Jeff, Greg, and Shannon gather for an untamed night of beer exploration—no set theme, just a fridge raid and adventurous pours. They open with Terrier’s Les Quebecois Blonde Ale, followed by Shy Bear’s Silken Static smoothie sour, and recount stories of pumpkin beers and legendary bars before tasting Bullfrog’s Hopeful Monster wild ale. Next up is Browery Weirbrook’s Tripel Blonde from Belgium, then they dive into Barreled Souls Extended Aged Inner Space, a decadent bourbon-barrel-aged stout from Maine. The night concludes with Burning Plums, a fruit Lambic from Dust Blending. Each beer receives detailed sensory analysis and lively ranking, with friendly debates about fine dining, whiskey vs. beer, and the nuances of imperial stout flavor. Both craft beer nostalgia and culinary curiosity make this episode a must-listen for fans.
On episode 539, Jeff, Greg, and Shannon review six beers sourced from a Maker Camp beer swap, featuring everything from a rare Cantillon Kriek to an infected Pennsylvania Berliner Weisse. The hosts share Maker Camp stories, debate sticker designs, and dig deep into beer flaws and standouts. New Glarus Moon Man wins hearts, Cantillon Kriek inspires surreal flavor descriptions, while Concordance Harmony gets unanimous drain-pour status. Along the way, they discuss improv comedy, Belgian travel wishes, and wild local food traditions. Rankings, FMK, and soundboard antics round out this lively fall episode.
In this episode, Jeff, Greg, and Shannon taste through a lineup blending classic Oktoberfest-style lagers with treasures brought back from Portland, Maine. The session kicks off with Hazel Grove's Vienna Lager and journeys through Russian River's iconic Pliny the Elder and Blind Pig, plus local lagers from Grist House and Old Thunder. The highlight is Bellflower's Hidden Vine wild ale, which wows all three hosts. Beer geek debates turn to lobster rolls, Portland brewery gossip, off-style yeast esters, and which beer to F, M, or K. Among the laughs, mineral-heavy lagers, and an 11% drinkable sour, it's a classic Craft Beer Radio episode.
The hosts honor Dolly Parton's passing and dive into a diverse beer lineup: Troegs Oktoberfest, Dancing Gnome Fin, Brasserie Thiriez Foudère, Hill Farmstead Florence, Dust Blending Mega Dust, and The Brew Kettle Barrel-Aged Tunguska. Detailed tastings explore styles from local lagers to complex sours and an imperial stout. They swap stories, argue flavor notes, discuss mixology, and share personal rankings. The FMK segment gets heated as the crew debates which beers they'd kill, marry, or... well, you know. Highlights include a soundboard mishap, “blendy blend” experiments, and odd aroma discoveries. They wrap up with reflections on beloved hosts, pop culture losses, and a toast to beers and friends.
The hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon embark on a comprehensive Pilsner showdown, sampling five beers from their Adirondacks camping trip and one bonus Pilsner to round out the flight. Each beer is analyzed for aroma, flavor, and style accuracy, with lively discussion contrasting German, Czech, and hybrid interpretations. Highlights include brewery tales, improvised rankings, and a wild ale detour with Allagash Cuvée d’Industrial. From campus orientation woes to heroic snake rescues and local yard games, the episode is laced with banter and detailed critiques. The show climaxes in an animated Marry, Fuck, Kill segment, with the hosts picking their favorite Pilsners for different occasions.
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