Beer & Nonsense

Brew at the Zoo 2023: The Beer Necessities

Christian & Thad stumbled in at Potawatomi Zoo to meet with Lindy & Shelby, who organized the event at the zoo. They will tell you about EVERYTHING happening at Brew at the Zoo, like THE AFTER PARTY with Blammo. You will also learn what beers, wines, NA drinks & food options are avalibale at the fest. So, crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast.  THANKS YOU SPONSORS! Hop Station Craf Bar, E Brewing Co., South Bend Brew Werks, & Studebaker Brewing Co.    CHEERS!

Why We Love Beer

Christian & Thad share beer and reminisce about their love for beer. A little nostalgia and history with their current love of craft beer. Thad brought notes...THAT'S RIGHT! Thad prepared for the podcast. He had the top 10 reasons light beer drinkers hate craft beer. Christian gets heated. There is no doubt these guys LOVE BEER.  CHEERS!

Rock’in with Robert Rolfe Feddersen Featuring Terri Ann

Christian & Thad sat down at Studebaker Brewing Co. with singer/sogwritter Rober Rolfe Feddersen and his lovely wife Terri Ann. It's Thad's Birthday and we talk music and beers with Robert. He tells us about being discovered by Larz of Metallica with the rock group Loudmouth, and he tells the truth about rappers Biggie and Tupac. RRF tells us about the only rap performers he was on stage with, his process for writing a song, his favorite song he wrote, and much more. Thanks to our sponsors...

Rooftop of Dreams

American Beer Week

Christian & Thad head down South to the Lakeville Brew Crew to celebrate American Craft Beer Week. The boys share some beers and talk about the things that American craft breweries do other than create great beers to draw in people to try their craft. Like at our great sponsors South Bend Brew Werks, Studebaker Brewing Co., Niles Brewing Co., Hop Station Craft Bar, & E Brewing Co. Help us as we are Tapin' Local. That means Drink, Eat & Shop Local. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy the Podcast! Fin...

Tappin’ Local with Steve Lowe

Christian & Thad are at South Bend Brew Werks talking with Steve Lowe owner/brewer. We ask about Steve's Beer for Good program and then announce the michiana Beer Reviewers new initiative. Tappin' Local, are way of giving back and supporting community with needs.  Crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast! CHEERS!

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner

Christian & Thad head to the Lakeville Brew Crew with Christian's brother and co-host of The Okayest Husbands Podcast, Nick Milovich. They celebrate with the current michaina Beer Reviewers BEST OF THE FEST from the Studebaker Brewing Co. Winter Brew Fest, Duncan. They talk discuss new LBC beers, what new is are coming, movies, and more. Crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast.  This podcast is made possible by: South Bend Brew Werks Niles Brewing Co. E Brewing Co. Hop Statio...

What Beer Drinkers Are Looking For...

Thad & Christian are talking about what beer drinkers like them want from a brewery. They pull in one of their experts, fellow beer drinker and brewer Ryan Withorn (Studebaker Brewing Co.). Find out what the top 3 thing beer drinkers are looking for and how much they will pay for good beer. Crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast! Don't forget to CLICK on the following links to connect with mBR and our GREAT sponsors. michiana Beer Reviewers South Bend Brew Werks Niles Brewing Co. E Br...

Justin Ebey - E Brewing Co. Co-Owner & Brewer (South Whitley, IN)

Christian & Thad are joined by assistant brewer Uncle Dave at Hop Station Craft Bar. We talk about E Brewing Co. with co-owner/brewer Justin Ebey, opening soon in South Whitley, Indiana. Find out the details of their opening, what to expect when they do open, and what Justin thinks about the great reset. So, crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast. This podcast is made possible by (click to connect): Studebaker Brewing Co.  South Bend Brew Werks Niles Brewing Co. Link with E...

STUBER MADNESS: FINAL FOUR of BEERS

Christian & Thad are back with assistant brewers Uncle Dave & Justin Eby (co-owner/brewer at Ebrewing Co.). They sit at Hop Station Craft Bar for Stuber vs Stuber. DJ vs Casey. The brothers Stuber pick 2 beers each off their tap list in a Final Four of Craft Beers. They score the beers with a modified BJCP (Beer Judge Certification Program) scoring. Crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast. Because YOU are the real winner. You can try these beers at Hop Station and give us your opinion...

St. Paddy’s Day Shenanigans

Christian & Thad jump into Hop Station for some shenanigans on St. Paddy’s Day with Uncle Dave & Justin Eby (E Brewing Co. co-owner/brewer). We give you some St. Pat’s history and Irish beer that you should get. You learn with us. Crack a cold Guinness, Sit back & enjoy the podcast.   At michiana Beer Reviewers you can link with our social medias and all of our sponsors.  Slainte 

15 Fun Fact’s About Beer

Christian & Thad look at an article from Order.Beer about 15 Fun Facts about beer. Some we knew some surprised us. You can find out where you can swim in a beer filled swimming pool. Crack a cold one, Sit back & Enjoy the podcast. Link with sponsors and all things mBR at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  CHEERS!

Zombie nonsense

Christian & Thad are at the LBC (Lakeville Brew Crew) for some nonsense. Zombies to be exact. We have some beers and talk what we would do to survive a zombie apocalypse. We will be coming back for for movies. Crack a cold one, sit back in your shelter and enjoy the podcast. visit us and all sponsors at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  CHEERS!

Just the Beers - Lakeville Brew Crew

Christian & Thad, with assistant brewer The Michiana Madman sample Just the Beers at Lakeville Brew Crew (Lakeville, IN). Owner/Brewer Duncan tells us about the beer process, names, and as always a little about the ganga. The beer program has been flipped at the LBC. So, sit back crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast.  Find all things mBR and links to our sponsors at www.michianaBeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

Drinking Games

Christian & Thad turn back the clock and talk about drinking games. College drinking games and games that you like to play when you are drinking. So, sit back, crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. Don’t forget to link with all things mBR and our sponsors at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  CHEERS!

Winter Fest is Coming

Christian & Thad feel fancy at the mansion. They visit Ryan at Studebaker Brewing Co. to talk about two up coming winter brew festivals. First, Indy’s Brewers Guild & Studebaker’s Winter Brew Fest. As you would expect they had issue staying on topic. Christian also asks about the best movie they have seen recently.  Thanks Again to our sponsors Studebaker Brewing Co., South Bend Brew Werks, E Brewing Co. & Niles Brewing Co. Find them and all things mBR at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  ...

The GOOD, The BAD, & The OUTSTANDING

Christian & Thad are talking about the state of beer in their home state, Indiana. They talk about the good that came from this past year. The bad that fell upon the Indiana beer community & finally what is coming to the Hoosier state. It’s OUTSTANDING. They have some ideas for future podcast and ask for your help. Let the guy’s know what you want to hear on the podcast. You can do that by DM’ing them on social media pages or email. [email protected] or [email protected]  One stop ...

Cheers to a New Year

Christian & Thad bring in the new year. They do their annual check in of 2023 craft beer trends and beer goals. Christian shares a secret for only your ears. We would like to thanks our sponsors for 2023 Nile Brewing Co., South Bend Brew Werks, Studebaker Brewing Co., & E Brewing Co. you all make this podcast possible.  Link with our sponsors and ALL mBR content at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  Crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast. CHEERS!

Christmas Trivia with Uncle Dave & Cousin Danny

HAPPY CHRISTMAS BREWCREW! Cousin Danny, from Alaska, is in town and Christian & Thad bring the tradition of Cousin Dannys Christmas special back. This year it’s a completion of Christmas Trivia. Christian is the host and the others play for a beer prize. We also share four beers and tell you all about them. The beers were two from Alaska, one from Texas and one from Germany. Play along and see how you do or sit back crack a cold one and enjoy the podcast. Let us know if you beat the contes...

Merry Christmas Beers

Christian, Thad & UNCLE DAVE. Head back up to Niles Brewing Co. to celebrate the holidays. They exchange their advent beers and have a little bottle share. Hear about their favorite Christmas memories , movies, and beers.  Link with our sponsors Niles Brewing Co./South Bend Brew Werks/E Brewing Co./ Studebaker Brewing Co. at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  HAPPY HOLIDAYS & CHEERS!

I Heard You Were Talking Sh*@ about Niles Brewing Co.

Brandon (owner/brewer at Niles Brewing Co.) heard someone was talking sh*@ about Niles Brewing Co. Well you hav to listen to see what happened. We (Christian, Thad & Uncle Dave) discuss happenings at Niles Brewing Co. like their 2nd Year Anniversary, social district, theme nights and the beer… ooooohhhh, the beer. We break down three new stouts. Root Beer Float, Neapolitan, Vini Fudge, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Listen to our reviews and find out who our favorite all time wrestling tag team ...

Westwind Brewing Co. with Aaron West

Christian & Thad zoom over to Plum St. in Elkhart to talk to owner/brewer Aaron West about Westwind Brewing. We talk beer, food, Varsity Brews Podcast & Batman. There was more but we were drinking… Anyway, crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast. Link with our sponsors and ALL things mBR at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com CHEERS! 

A Day with Dave at Ruhe 152

Christian & Thad embrace the pace and head to Nappanee, IN to Ruhe Brewing Co. / Ruhe 152 (www.ruhe152.com)and talk with head brewer Dave. The guy’s spend a day with Dave. They talk and taste Dave’s beer, Ruhe spirts, barrel aging, Ruhe food and tattoos. Have you ever heard anything more craft then that? Crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast.  Hit up our sponsors E Brewing, Studebaker Brewing Co., & South Bend Brew Werks by clicking their logo on the web at www.michianaBeerReviewe...

Fall & Winter It’s Beer Season

Christian & Thad were hanging out with the Okayest Husbands’ Podcast at their sponsor the LBC (Lakeville Brew Crew). The guys talk about their favorite beer season Fall & Winter. Crack a cold one, sit back & enjoy the podcast! Link with of our sponsors E Brewing Co., Studebaker Brewing Co. & South Bend Brew Werks by clicking their logo at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  CHEERS! 

150 EPISODES BABY

Christian & Thad celebrate the 150th episode of Beer & nonsense Podcast. They do that with South Bend Brew Werks owner/brewer Steve Lowe & Studebaker Brewing Co. brewer Ryan Withorn at SBBW. We talk about how their breweries have changed in the last 150 weeks and what’s new with mBR. Crack a cold on, sit back & enjoy the podcast. Check out the podcast sponsors South Bend Brew Werks, Studebaker Brewing Co. & E Brewing Co. at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  CHEERS!

Lakeville Brew Crew with Duncan

Christian & Thad head 9 miles south of South Bend to the LBC (Lakeville Brew Crew - Lavelville, IN). They talk with Duncan owner/brewer of the LBC. This is not the first time Duncan has joined us but it is the first time we recognize him as the brewer. Find out all you need to know about the brewery and if Duncan believes man has been to the moon.  Link with our sponsors E Brewing, South Bend Brew Werks & Studebaker Brewing Co. by clicking their logos at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com  CH...

10 Questions About Beer with Uncle Dave & Cousin Danny

Christian & Thad found a tall table at Hop Station Craft Bar and set up the podcast equipment when Uncle Dave & Cousin Danny walked in. Danny stops in after getting married and on way to run the Chicago Marathon. They found an article (www.masslive.com) “Top 10 questions people ask about beer”. We answer said questions…probably not well. You be the judge. Hit us up at www.michianaBeerReviewers.com CLICK on our sponsors logo to connect with their “WWW”. Thanks E Brewing, South Bend Brew Wer...

THEIR BACK the South Bend Roller Derby

Christian & Thad are hanging out at Hop Station Craft Bar and ran into the ladies from South Bend Roller Derby team. Christian asks for a new derby name. If you don’t remember it, they remind you. Find out what’s new and how to stay in touch with the Roller Derby Team. Now just sit back, crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. Link with sponsors and EVERYTHING mBR at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

A Day at Brew at the Zoo

Christian & Thad sit down the day before the Brew at the Zoo Festival & Fundraiser with the staff from Potawatomi Zoo. Then we switch gears and talk to people at the zoo. The guys catch up with reps from Metazoa Brewing Co., Silver Harbor Brewing Co. & Niles Brewing Co.. Then the guys find the patrons of the fest and do Rapid Reviews with the patrons of the fest. Crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. Thanks to E Brewing Co., South Bend Brew Werks & Studebaker Brewing Co. for making the sho...

Michiana Festival of Beers with Patrick Mousaw & Frank Squadroni

Christian & Thad head over Indiana’s #1 Craft Beer Bar Hop Station to talk about Michiana Festival of Beers with MEGA president Patrick Mousaw & MEAG/MFB board member Frank “the tank” Squadroni. Learn the path MEGA took to getting the festival and what is in store for this years event. CLICK the link for tickets to the 2022 event. https://event.ontaptickets.com/events/michiana-festival-of-beers-10-1-2022  Checkout sponsors E Brewing, Studebaker Brewing Co. & South Bend Brew Werks at our...

BEST. EPISODE. EVER. With Juan Constantino

We are Supporting Local with todays episode. South Bend is celebrating BEST. WEEK. EVER., a celebration of the city and it’s six points. Hear Juan Conastantino, executive director at La Casa De Amistad will tell you about their event BEST. WEDNESDAY. EVER. And much much more. Christian proposes how mBR can get involved with future events. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy the Podcast. Link with sponsors South Bend Brew Werks & Studebaker Brewing Co. at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

Hop’s & Coaster Drops 2022

Christian & Thad set up the mBR booth at Indiana On Tap event Hop’s & Coaster Drops at Indiana Beach 2022. They tracked down Science Project Brewing (Logansport, IN) brewer and new friend Cody, Jeff from Teays River Brewing & Public House (Lafayette, IN), & two patrons of the fest Anthony Roberts Jr and Lindsey. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy the Podcast! BIG thanks to sponsors Studebaker Brewing Co. / South Bend Brew Werks / E Brewing Co. Link with all things mBR and the podcast at www.michia...

Just the FALL Beers

Do you like mBR reviews from social media? How about fall beer flavors? Then this episode is for you. Christian & Thad sample some fall beer and give you their breakdown. They also discuss two articles about fall beer. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy the Pod! Thanks to sponsors: South Bend Brew Werks/Studebaker Brewing Co./ E Brewing Co, Find links to them at www.michianabeerreviewers.com 

The Great Craft Beer Sellout

We have discussed aliens, cryptids, & assholes (like Stephen Foster). This may be the scariest episode of all. Why are the craft beer goliaths selling out to big beer. Here are some of the reasons and why Christian & Thad think they are falling. The passion of the craft beer drink is also changing. Crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. Support or sponsors and mBR content at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  www.southbendbrewwerks.com / www.studebakerbrewingco.com   CHEERS!

Support Local

Christian & Thad are waiting on lunch at CJ’s Pub. One of the best burgers in the Bend. So, they podcast. Two birds one stone. The talk about reasons to support local beer, food & more. Crack a cold one & enjoy! #SupportLocal #DrinkLocal Support local like our sponsors Studebaker Brewing Co., South Bend Brew Werks & E Brewing Co. Link with us at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

The Mysterious Story of Stephen Foster

Christian tells Thad the mysterious story of Stephen Foster. AKA, Craft Beer Con Man. AKA, The 1% A**hole. AKA, Boogieman of Beer. This guy was head brewer at 12 or more breweries in 10-12 years leaving many bankrupt breweries in his wake. Christian breaks down where the time line of this jerks work and the story is AMAZING. So, sit it back, crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. PLEASE tell us your thoughts about this episode on our social media pages, DM us, or link to it all and email us...

SUMMER TIME

Christian & Thad took up a booth at South Bend Brew Werks on a HOT summer day. They tell you about some of their favorite summer time activities. Go visit our sponsors Like Brew Werks, Studebaker Brewing Co. & check out E Brewing Co. at fest all summer around Northern Indiana. Do you want quick access to them and mor mBR? Just go to www.michianabeerreviewers.com CHEERS! 

Talking Beer Under the SUN KING

Christian & Thad and their assistant brewers Uncle Dave & Ryan (brewer; Studebaker Brewing Co.) are at the Friends and fFamily opening for Sun King Brewing Mishawaka. They talk about the growth of the brewing industry in South Bend/Mishawaka area in just the last 10 years. The co-founder Dave Colt, Sun King Brewing joins them and tells you all about the NEW Mishawaka location and more. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy the Podcast! Check out our sponsors and everything mBR at www.michianabeerreview...

WHALE of a GOOD time at Hop Station

Host’s Christian & Thad are joined by assistant brewer Frank “The Tank” Squadroni & briefly “Catfish” George Milovich. They bellied up at Hop Station Craft Bar (#1 Craft Beer Bar in Indiana America). The guys talked about the whales of the beer industry. Christian found an article “The 17 Most Sought-After Beers in America” by www.businessinsider.com. Find out how many of the 17 beers the guys have had vs big beer hunter, owner of Hop Station & guest Casey Stuber. So, Crack a Cold One & Enjo...

Voyageur Brewing Co. (Minnesota) - Head Brewer Ansel Tulgar

Christian & Thad drop a line to Ansel Tulgar. He is the head brewer at Vovager Brewing Co. in Minnesota & South Bend native. Find out about the beer he is brewing and what it’s like to visit Voyager and what is in the Minnesota night sky.  CLICK on www.michianabeerreviewers.com link with all mBR. While there check out our sponsors Studebaker Brewing Co. & South Bend Brew Werks  CHEERS!

Summer Brew Review with Steve Lowe

Christian & Thad stop in at sponsor South Bend Brew Werks for a beer or three. While there they catch up with brewer/owner at Brew Werks Steve Lowe. The discuss summer beer styles. Some may surprise you and most you can get at SBBW. Crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. Check out sponsors SBBW & Studebaker Brewing Co. by going to your one stop shop for all things mBR at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

We Got the Meat Sweats at The Prized Pig

Christian & Thad grab some cold ones and their bibs and head over to Mishawaka to The Prized Pig BBQ restaurant. Owner, pit master and friend Jeremy provided the BBQ and the hosts brought the beer. They provided beer from sponsors South Bend Brew Werks and Studebaker Brewing Co. also a beer from Lakeville Brew Crew. The three sample the beer and meat and home made BBQ sauces (can be purchased in growlers), until they had the “meat sweats”. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy the Podcast! Find links t...

never JUDGE a beer by it’s CRITIC

Christian & Thad breakdown what they do, beer reviews. They meet up with brewer, Ryan Withorn from sponsor of the podcast Studebaker Brewing Co. They talk about things you must consider when reviewing beer. Proper beer tasting technique and how to keep growing as a beer reviewer. If you’d like to see some of their reviews connect with mBR social media at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  While doing that web thing check out our sponsors www.studebakerbrewingco.com / www.southbendbrewwerks.com...

Two Brewers Shoot Out to CBC

Christian & Thad make a run for the boarder. Back at Niles Brewing Co. with owner/brewer, Brandon Townsley & Studebaker Brewing Co. brewer, Ryan Withorn. They “shot” out to Minneapolis, MN to the CBC (Craft Brewers Convention). They learned some new brewing things and had good beer. Crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast.  Email us and/or link with our sponsors South Bend Brew Werks & Studebaker Brewing Co. at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

Juan Constantino, La Casa de Amistad

Christian & Thad belly up at South Bend Brew Werks with La Casa de Amistad executive director, Juan Constantino. We talk community partnership, Best Week Ever, & personal sports highlight. Crack a Cold One & Enjoy! Find our sponsors South Bend Brew Werks & Studebaker Brewing Co. at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

Jump the Sour Shark

Christian & Thad go to meet with our neighbors in the North at Niles Brewing Co. Brewer/owner Brandon is back to tell us and let us sample his newest beer series the Sour Shark. He jumps the shark with these fruited sour ales. They are the craze of the craft industry and he made four killer brews. See which we liked best.  Also, check out our sponsors Studebaker Brewing Co. & South Bend Brew Werks CLICK HERE www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS!

Conspiracy Time

Christian & Thad had over to South Bend Brew Werks for some beers and conspiracy talk. Thad tells you about chem trails. Christian discusses Birds aren’t Real conspiracy.  Thanks to our sponsors Studebaker Brewing Co. & South Bend Brew Werks. Send us an email at www.michianabeerreviewers.com  CHEERS

Niles Brewing Podcast Takeover

Christian & Thad headed over to Hop Station Craft Bar (Mishawaka, IN) for the Niles Brewing Co. (Niles, MI) tap takeover event. The guys sat down with Brandon Townsley owner and brewer at Niles. Hear what is all happening at Nile’s from new beers, collaborator, food, social district & more. As Niles also takes over the podcast. Crack a cold none & enjoy the podcast.  Click the link to our sponsors www.southbendbrewwerks.com & www.studebakerbrewingco.com  While you’re surfing the web hit ...

420ish Party w/Matt James co-founder Burn’Em Brewery

Christian & Thad call up Matt James (co-founder Burn’Em Brewing) to talk about the 7th annual 420ish Party that is happening on 4/23/22 12PM-9PM CST. We also talk their expansion project and collab beers. Thanks to sponsor South Bend Brew Werks for giving us a place to podcast and E Brewing Co. (coming soon to S.Whitley, IN) for sponsoring our guest. Shout out to Studebaker Brewing Co. for making this podcast possible.  Link to our sponsors webpages by going to www.michianabeerreviewers.co...

Aloha Danny (Mostly Beer’s)

Cousin Danny is back in town for a moment as he passes from Hawaii back to Alaska. Christian & Thad take a few minutes to catch up with his adventures AND most importantly help him low the weight of his pack by drinking the beers he has from Hawaii & Alaska. Put on you hula skirt and winter coat, crack a cold one & enjoy the podcast. Have a beer and #SupportLocal baby visiting Studebaker Brewing Co. & South Bend Brew Werks in South Bend, IN Linke with all things Beer & nonsense and michi...