Brew Chat Podcast
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -The Brew Chat Podcast is a show about the love of craft beer! Join hosts Brady Lindquist and Holli Kern as they tell the stories of breweries, beer enthusiasts, and creatives alike!
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27. Mike Bregel - Find Creative Bliss, Funding a Successful Kickstarter, and A New Game!
August 24, 2022 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBIn this episode, Brady and Holli sit down for round 2 with Mike Bregel Aka Breegs to chat about the follow-up to his card game Wizards and Relics: Awakening. We talk about what he learned from this first successful Kickstarter campaign, how to find what lights you up, and how to know whether it's time to take a step back even if it's something that brings you joy. Check out the Wizards and Relics Kickstarter! Connect with Mike Bregel at @thebreegs Follow Eternal Realms for updates on Wizar...
26. Brew Chat is Back!
August 08, 2022 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this episode, Brady sits down with Holli Kern (@holliroseart) to talk about what happened to Brew Chat and what to expect from the show going forward. Thank you for sticking with us and cheers to more great conversations around creativity with our favorite craft beers in hand đ» Beer we sampled: Agate Hunter - Ursa Minor Brewing Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradytlindquist) Holli Kern (@holliroseart) Join the BC Crew Brought to you by Get Grateful Coffee
Year 1 Review Roundtable
January 22, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBCelebrating 1 year of Brew Chat! Features our friends Jesse and Rachael Alger (@algerbeerventures), Sean Spencer (@banksbrews), Blake Piipke (@blakepiipke), Jason Ehrreich (@jasonsjourney.mn), Abi Conner (@the_mn_hopportunity), Holli Kern (@holliroseart) and Katie and Adam Rozanas (@aleadventuresmn)
25. Abi Conner - An Advocate for Change
December 30, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Abi Conner. Over the last few years, Abi has worked in and around Minnesota craft beer. She's brewed at Boathouse Brothers in Prior Lake, held a marketing role at BSG, and is currently flexing her artistic skills at Lupulin Brewing. She also has a healthy Instagram following, where she spends her time as an incredible advocate for women in craft beer! Guest: Abi Conner (@the_mn_hopportunity) Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews) Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler)...
24. Craft Beer Adjacent: Wizards & Relics with Michael Bregel
November 09, 2020 23:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBWe sit down with Michael Bregel to talk about his card game Wizards & Relics and the Kickstarter launching November 10th, 2020. Kickstarter Link: www.wizardsandrelics.com Wizards and Relics Facebook Group Michael Bregel (@thebreegs) His Publishing Company (@theeternalrealms) Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews) Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler) Check out the show notes at www.brewchatpodcast.com/ Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com
23. Advocating for Craft Beer and Community with Delights of Fare - Julie McMullen
November 03, 2020 02:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBWe sit down with Julie McMullen (@delightsoffare) to talk about the craft beer community, what it's like to work with 10K Brewing, and what drove her to post pictures of beer on Instagram. There's also a taste test of the latest beer she helped brew: 3 Witches, a Halloween inspired Triple IPA! Guest: Julie McMullen (@delightsoffare) Her YouTube Channel Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews) Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler) Links: https://10kbrew.com/ Check out the show notes at www.brewchatpod...
22. Jesse Hauf, Owner of 10k Brewing
October 26, 2020 01:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBWe sit down with Jesse Hauf, the owner of 10k Brewing in Anoka MN. We talk about what got him into craft beer, the mindset he has as the owner of a brewery, and so much more! Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews) Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler) Links: https://10kbrew.com/ Want to be on the show? www.brewchatpodcast.com/contact Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com
21. Award-Winning Design with Marcus Paulsen of Lupulin Brewing
October 09, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBWe sit down with Marcus Paulsen of Lupulin Brewing. We talk about how he went from freelance to full time, his award-winning design, and so much more! Guests: Marcus Paulsen Lupulin Brewing (@lupulin_brewing) lupulinbrewing.com Scribbled Lines (@scribbledlinesbrewing) Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews) Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler) Links: https://www.lupulinbrewing.com/ https://www.facebook.com/scribbledlinesbrewing/ Want to be on the show? www.brewchatpodcast.com/contact Join the BC ...
20. Building a Side Hustle into a Business with Brady Pearson of BP Customs
October 02, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBBrady and Blake speak with Brady Pearson of BP Customs. First they discuss his graphic design background and what led him to his current state: creating custom wooden signs and other woodworking projects. They talk about project origins â custom sport signs for his man cave â to his commissions â signs, home decor, furniture, and artwork. Next they talk about how he gets his inspiration and how he expresses that with his chosen art form â wood. Other topics include his shop, the tools he u...
Oktoberfest Edition
September 25, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBOktoberfest is here, so we decided to try a blind taste test of a few of Minnesota's staple MĂ€rzen and Festbier! Find out who the winner is! Features craft beer enthusiasts Jesse Alger (@algerbeerventures), Sean Spencer (@banksbrews), Blake Piipke (@blakepiipke), and Jason Ehrreich (@jasonsjourney.mn). Beers: Schell's // Oktoberfest MĂ€rzen-Style Festbier Indeed Brewing // Oktoberfest Oliphant Brewing // Festbier Bauhaus Brew Labs // Schwandtober Fest Bavarian-Style MĂ€rzen Summit Brewing /...
19. Jeff and Aaron Zierdt of Lupulin Brewing
September 18, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBBrady and Ryan are back on the road at Lupulin Brewing. They begin by discussing the original story of the brewery. It starts with Jeff's introduction to homebrewing and the serendipity of meeting his co-founder Matt at a local homebrewing club. They finish by covering how Aaron came into the picture and how his Scandinavian studies parlayed into an apprenticeship while couchsurfing in Sweden for Sundbybergs Köksbryggeri. The pair inquires on the first batches of beer on their initial 10bbl...
18. Drinking Socially with the Hosts of the Official Untappd Podcast
August 25, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBBrady welcomes Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler) as the new co-host of Brew Chat by sitting down with Jon Dispenza and Harrison Hickock, hosts of Drinking Socially â The Official Untappd Podcast (@untappd, @drinkingsocially). They each share their craft beer journey, different beginnings with the same end. Harrison began as a brewer for Thimble Island (@thimbleislandbrewing) and Neshaminy Creek (@neshaminycreekbrewingco) before his wife discovered an Untappd job posting. Jon, a Buffalo native, de...
17. Ale Adventures - Not Your Average Beer Bloggers
August 03, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBBrady and Holli sit down with Adam & Katie Rozanas, local beer bloggers with big aspirations. They discuss how their journey began, from their early days as a couple in Minneapolis to their present-day home in Rogers. Between Katie's colorful can reads in a variety of accents, the group discusses the origin of their Instagram account which was born out of a difficult season in their life. Their desire to tell unique stories through written word led them to gigs with PorchDrinking (porchdrin...
16. Building Community Around Beer and A Cause with MN Beer Woman - Kim Thiel
June 24, 2020 01:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode, Brady and Holli chat with Kim Thiel (@mnbeerwoman) about her love for craft beer, her part in building the MN craft beer community, and her mission to raise money for a cure of Parkinsonâs. Check out the full show notes at brewchatpodcast.com MN Craft Brewers Guild Impact For Clips and Other Fun, follow:Â Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Our Guest: Kim Thiel (@mnbeerwoman) Pints For Parkinson's (@pintsforparkinsonsmn) MN Craft Com...
15. From School Teacher to Bootlegging Van Trips with Mink of Junkyard Brewing
April 17, 2020 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBThe guys chat with Matthias Valan from Junkyard Brewing about how things are going up at the yard during COVID-19. We find out how he went from a school teacher to working at Junkyard, and Blake and Matthias teach Brady how to properly shotgun a beer!  Beers sampled: Lupulin Brewing // Hooey NE IPA Junkyard Brewing // Swimming in Chaos Stout Drastic Measures // Gold Digger Sour MN Craft Brewers Guild Impact Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com  For Clips and Other Fun, follow: ...
GIVEAWAY!
April 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 minute - 817 KBGIVEAWAY The Brew Chat Podcast hit 15 episodes and the brewchatpodcast.com site is live! To say thanks to everyone who has check out the show and to bring awareness to the show I thought it would be a great time for a giveaway - now that we have more time at home to listen to podcasts and drink beer! ⣠⣠The winner will receive: ⣠(1) @junkyardbrewing // King Size Barrel Aged Stout - Crowler⣠(1) @junkyardbrewing // Bennieâs Wearing Sweats NE IPA - Crowler⣠(1) @twbrewingco // Whatâs Shakin...
14. Bay Area Craft Beer and Getting Pliny the Younger with Stout Route (Norman Grant !!!)
April 11, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn this episode, Brady sits down with Norman Grant lll Stout Route to talk about how he got into craft beer, the craft beer scene in the Bay Area CA, and the story behind his trip out to Russian River Brewing for a special beer. Beers we sampled: - Lupulin Brewing // Strictly Illegal Triple IPA - Altamount Beer Works // Scarcity Triple IPA MN Craft Brewers Guild Impact Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com
14. Bay Area Craft Beer and Getting Pliny the Younger with Stout Route (Norman Grant lll)
April 11, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn this episode, Brady sits down with Norman Grant lll (Stout Route) to talk about how he got into craft beer, the craft beer scene in the Bay Area CA, and the story behind his trip out to Russian River Brewing for a special beer. Beers we sampled: - Lupulin Brewing // Strictly Illegal Triple IPA - Altamount Beer Works // Scarcity Triple IPA MN Craft Brewers Guild Impact Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://...
13. Creatives in Quarantine with Holli Kern
April 03, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBMN Craft Brewers Guild Impact - https://www.mncraftbrew.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/MNCBG-COVID-19-Impact-Report.pdf  Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com In this episode, Brady sits down with his partner Holli Kern to talk about being a creative on the internet. Holli is an artist who designs tattoos, custom art pieces, and an avid craft beer fan. Beers we sampled: - Lupulin Brewing // Citridiculous DIPA - Junkyard Brewing // Keep Me Cold Sour - Drastic Measures Brewing // O...
12. Talking Waters Brewing Co - Nick Patton & Phil Zachman
March 26, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 77.6 MBThe guys sit down with Nick Patton and Phil Zachman of Talking Waters Brewing Co in Montevideo MN. MN Craft Brewers Guild Impact â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Our Guests:  Nick Patton  https://www.instagram.com/twbc_brewer/ Phil Zachman - Taproom only Talking Waters Brewing Co https://www.talkingwatersbrewing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/twbrewingco/  Talking Waters Brewing Co Tiki Package https://ww...
Saint Patrickâs Day and the Coronavirus
March 20, 2020 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this bonus episode of BCP the guys celebrate Saint Patrickâs Day Brew Chat style! We discuss the state of the world dealing with COVID-19 and how we need to band together and do what we can to help out the craft beer industry. Blake talks about his trip to the Ozarkâs and why he had to shave his face! Beers We Sampled: - Tin Whiskers Brewing // Irish cream Stout - Lift Bridge Brewing // Irish Coffee - Ozark Distillery and Brewery // Patio Pilsner - Boulevard Brewing // Space Campe...
Saint Patrickâs Day and the Coronavirus
March 20, 2020 17:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBIn this bonus episode of BCP the guys celebrate Saint Patrickâs Day Brew Chat style! We discuss the state of the world dealing with COVID-19 and how we need to band together and do what we can to help out the craft beer industry. Blake talks about his trip to the Ozarkâs and why he had to shave his face! Beers We Sampled: - Tin Whiskers Brewing // Irish cream Stout - Lift Bridge Brewing // Irish Coffee - Ozark Distillery and Brewery // Patio Pilsner - Boulevard Brewing // Space Campe...
11. Design & Branding with the Talking Waters Brewing Co Brand Manager - Jayme Sczublewski
March 18, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBThe guys sit down with Jayme Sczublewski of Talking Waters Brewing Co to talk branding, creative process, and so much more. Find out the meaning behind Bradyâs tattoos and why Blake will be getting his tattoo covered up! Beers we sampled: - The Brewing Projekt // Dare Mighty Things IPA - Talking Waters Brewing Co. // Whatâs Shakinâ Milkshake IPA - Ursa Minor Brewing // Hop Tolerant Double IPA - Lupulin Brewing // Imperial Coconut Truffle For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Pod...
10. Beer Adjuncts in 2020 and the Big Drekker Explosion with Jesse & Rachael Alger - Part 2
March 04, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBBrady and guest host Holli sit down with Jesse and Rachael Alger to talk about the craft beer scene, adjuncts in 2020 and a big surprise from Drekker! Beers we sampled: - Barrel Theory // Havinâ A Good Time DIPA - Dangerous Man Brewing // Boysenberry Cobbler a la Mode Ale - Junkyard Brewing // Tangerine Apricot Super Slurp - Drekker Brewing // Colors That End In âURPLEâ â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Ou...
10. After Visiting Every Brewery in Minnesota with Jesse & Rachael Alger - Part 1
February 28, 2020 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBWe sit down with Jesse and Rachael Alger from Alger Beerventures. We talk about what it was like to visit every brewery in Minnesota. What is their favorite brewery, Blake's obsession with Shutterfly books, and so much more! Beers we sampled: - Modist Brewing // Future Pixels DDH DIPA - Modist Brewing // 32 teeth Barrel Aged (White Chocolate) â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Our Guests:  Jesse Alger  https://...
9. Drinking Drupaceous IPAs with the Tap Traveler Ryan Salsman
February 18, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBWe sit down with the Tap Traveler Ryan Salsman to chat about his blog, how he got into craft beer, and so much more! Beers we sampled: - Junkyard Brewing // Vince Vega NE DIPA - Lupulin Brewing // DDH Blissful Ignorance DIPA - Drekker Brewing // Neon Phenom DIPA - HammerHeart Brewing // Hokansons Ăl Imperial Brown Ale â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Our Guest:  Ryan Salsman  https://www.instagram.com/tap...
8. Burley Oak goodness and burning this podcast to the ground with Micah Larson
February 13, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBThe guys sit down with our first local guest Micah Larson to talk about home brewing, beer trading, and so much more! Beers we sampled: - Burley Oak Brewing // 100% Vic Secret Hops TDH DIPA - Perennial Artisan Ales // Coffee Abraxas 2019 - Burley Oak Brewing // Double Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Jream Sour â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Our Guest:  Micah Larson  https://www.instagram.com/beerbandits_mn/ htt...
7. Coast to Coast Hops and Chasing Beer with Duaine Bercier
February 04, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBThe guys go coast to coast with Duanine Bercier (@mn_beer_chaser). We talk about beer trading, Blake's great Minnesota accent, and the hope for more diversity in craft beer! Beers we sampled: - Other Half Brewing // Oh... Forever DIPA - Blackstack Brewing // Lunch Buffet TDH DIPA - Monkish Brewing // Smarter than Spock NE IPA - Goose Island Brewing // 2013 Bourbon County Barrel Aged Stout â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brew...
6. Spared No Expense, A Trip to the Yard, and Itâs MNSTAMEET!!!
January 28, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBThe guys talk about how the podcast is going so far, Bradyâs journey up to Junkyard Brewing, the mnstameet at Blackstack Brewing and so much more! Beers we sampled: - Blackstack Brewing x Junkyard Brewing // Promise Ring DDH DIPA - Junkyard Brewing x Blackstack Brewing // Passing Notes NE DIPA - Outstate Brewing Co // Star Island IPA - Barrel Theory // Rain Drops NE IPA â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ The ...
5. How Great Notion made an IPA fan! Best 90âs Music, & New Year Resolutions with Sean Spencer
January 17, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBHow Great Notion made an IPA fan! Best 90âs Music, New Year resolutions and so much more with Sean Spencer (@banksbrews) Beers we sampled: - Great Notion // Juice Jr IPA - Drekker Brewing Co // Lizard People Double IPA - Blackstack Brewing x Modist Brewing // Certified Pre-owned DDH Oat Milk Double IPA - Foxhole Brewhouse // Peanut Butter Porter - Bad Weather Brewing // Immortal Toast Infused White Stout â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.in...
4. The First Midwest IPA? Cheat Codes & More with Jason Ehrreich
December 29, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBThe guys sit down with their first guest Jason Ehrreich (@jasonsjourney.mn). We talk favorite beer, old school video game cheat codes, Christmas movies and so much more! Beers we sampled: - Lupulin Brewing // Make IPA Piney Again - Drekker Brewing // Tickle Monster Double IPA - Venn Brewing // Northodox NE IPA - Junkyard Brewing // Australian Cheat Code Triple IPA - Modist Brewing x Blackstack Brewing // Floor Model Double IPA â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast I...
3. Enjoy the Journey
December 18, 2019 02:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBThe guys talk about their journey up to Copper Trail Brewing, 10k Brewing new crowlers, and finish off with a hazy IPA from Lupulin Brewing. Beers we sampled: - Copper Trail Brewing // Lucky Red Irish Red Ale - Copper Trail Brewing // Hopper Trail American IPA - 10K Brewing // Loonar Uprising - Lupulin Brewing // Sophistry 04 â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/ Brady Lindquist Instagram: https://www.instagram....
2. Stouts in Snowstorms
December 09, 2019 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBWith stout season in full swing, the guys sit down and try out stouts from Modist Brewing, Junkyard Brewing, and Fair State Brewing. Hear why Blake is so excited about sour beers? Bradyâs brewery journey to Forgotten Star Brewing, Bad Habit Brewing, and Talking Waters Brewing. Beers we sampled: - Modist Brewing // Bit Size - Junkyard Brewing // Turkish Coffee Brownie Stout - Fair State Brewing // FSB 2019 Part 2 â For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://...
1. Why Craft Beer?
November 30, 2019 21:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBBrady and Blake remember back to their first craft beer experience. How they choose what beer to buy and more! Beers we sampled: - Junkyard Brewing // Silverback Vanilla Porter - Talking Waters Brewing Co. // Cloudburst Hazy IPA - Mankato Brewing Co. // Break Away Brown Ale
1. Why Craft Beer?
November 30, 2019 21:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBBrady and Blake remember back to their first craft beer experience. How they choose what beer to buy and more! Beers we sampled: - Junkyard Brewing // Silverback Vanilla Porter - Talking Waters Brewing Co. // Cloudburst Hazy IPA - Mankato Brewing Co. // Break Away Brown Ale