Rust Belt Beer Talk
66 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe Rust Belt Beer Podcast began and continues to be an excuse for two good friends, Joe and Ben, to get together once a week for the purposes of drinking beer and talking nonsense. This is "hanging out with friends drinking beer", but in podcast form!
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RBBT 64 - Are You Ready for Some 2020 Football?
September 03, 2020 10:00 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBOur 2020 football preview! We look at the COVID-19 affected season ahead, and what that might mean for our Sunday afternoon drinking habits. This week Ben drinks Carolina Brewery's Sky Blue Kolsch and Burial Beer Co's Surf Wax IPA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 63 - The Bees' Knees
August 07, 2020 19:20 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBOn this episode we take a dive into beer's honey-based cousin, mead! Bee there or bee square! 🐝🐝🐝 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 62 - Unforgettable Moments
July 27, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBLike it has for everyone else, The Last Dance has been a highlight of the Quarantine Season so far. So, on this one we're looking back on unforgettable moments with sports and beer! We talk about our favorite memories and why exactly certain things seem to stick with us. The beer we drink this week is "Soda Jerk" from Pressure Drop Brewing See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 61 - Summer Mix 2020
June 18, 2020 17:28 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBWe got our shades on, we fired up the grill, and we're ready for some summer jams! Just like beer tastes, our music tastes often change in the summertime, so we decided to put together a little mixtape for you to bring to your summer get-togethers! The beer we drink on this episode is the "Salem" NEIPA from Helltown Brewing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 60 - Ben & Joe: Your New CHOs
June 16, 2020 16:33 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBWe daydream about being outdoorsy survivalist beer nerds hiking the Appalachian Trail! The beer we drink this episode is "Berry Vision" from Big Ditch Brewing Company See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 59 - What Ifs: Revisited
May 28, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBBen and Joe talk about using the current time we find ourselves in to re-evaluate goals and set plans looking ahead, an important thing for all of us, including brewers and bars! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 58 - Beer Talk: Locked Up
May 26, 2020 01:10 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBBen and Joe are joined by Devon Oship to play a very strange game that Ben and Devon came up with together! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 57 - Yinz Got'ny Beer?
May 15, 2020 21:30 - 32 minutes - 44 MBWe taker the opportunity to talk a little about Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A great Rust Belt city with a rich brewing history that is near and dear to each of our hearts. On this episode we drink a couple classic Pittsburgh brews: Duquesne Pilsener and Iron City Light See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 56 - Don't Call It A Comeback (Yet)
April 30, 2020 09:30 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBWe're glad to be back from a quarantine-induced hiatus with a socially distant podcast! On this one we talk about the possible path to recovery for the craft beer industry after the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The beer we drink this week is "Griddle Cakes" from Rohrbach Brewing Co. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 55 - Illuminati By Nature
March 13, 2020 02:42 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBThe world is weird right now and so are we. On this one we just talk a bunch about our favorite conspiracy theories because why the heck would we do anything else on a beer podcast? The beer we drink this week is "Juice Life" from Froth Brewing Company. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 54 - If I Leave Here Tomorrow...
March 05, 2020 11:21 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBWell, our plans got a little wonky this week so we called an audible and, inspired by the beer we had, ended up just talking about why the music we love means so much to us. You know, like you do over a few beers! The beer we drink this week is "Freebird" by Lord Hobo Brewing Company See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 53 - Lent Me Baby One More Time
February 27, 2020 13:06 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MBFat Tuesday brings Ash Wednesday and we're now into the Lenten season. On this episode, Joe and Ben talk about Lent as a tradition and agree to give up some less-than-traditional things! The beer we drink this week is the Buffalo Breakfast Stout from Resurgence Brewing and Buffalo Brew Pub See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 52 - Putting an End to Turtle Murderers
February 20, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBOn this one we're showing some love to the planet! And we talk a lot about how breweries (among other businesses) are working to make the world around us better! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 51 - Valentine's 2020
February 13, 2020 09:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBLove is in the air! On this episode we talk about Valentine's traditions, some Valentine's dinner food pairings, and play a thematic name game! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 50 - Cellar's Market
January 30, 2020 11:26 - 46 minutes - 64 MBBen and Joe discuss the process of cellaring beers and how the aging process can affect different beers in different ways! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 49 - Prohibition: Adapt or Die
January 16, 2020 12:33 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBTo celebrate the new Roarin' 20's, Ben and Joe discuss how breweries managed to survive and come out on the other side of Prohibition. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 48 - The Theme of 2020
January 09, 2020 12:31 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBBen and Joe determine the defining theme that will shape the year 2020! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 47 - How Much Do You Love Santa? 🎅🏻
December 19, 2019 11:06 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBHO HO HO! Happy Holidays folks! On this our 2019 Christmas special we're looking at Christmas traditions from around the word, with a heavy emphasis on the big jolly guy. Especially that smokeshow of a Santa they have in Toronto. Oof. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 46 - The Gift Game
December 12, 2019 11:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBBen and Joe put an RBBT spin on the gift guide for the beer lover in your life by making a game of it! We also talk about our favorite White Elephant gifts of all time! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 45 - Thanksgiving 2019 🦃
November 27, 2019 11:22 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBOn this episode: We have some fun with thanksgiving dessert beer pairings and talk about some weird beers with a Thanksgiving Name Game! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 44 - Artificial Intelligence (Brought to you by Acast)
November 21, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBOn this episode of Acast Presents: Rust Belt Beer Talk (presented by Acast), we acknowledge our new corporate overlords before going in on a conversation about how Artificial Intelligence is impacting the beer industry!
RBBT 44 - Artificial Intelligence
November 21, 2019 11:00 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBOn this episode of Acast Presents: Rust Belt Beer Talk (presented by Acast), we acknowledge our new corporate overlords before going in on a conversation about how Artificial Intelligence is impacting the beer industry! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 43 - Founders Keepers
November 07, 2019 12:11 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBBen and Joe use Founders Brewing as a launchpad for discussion on why craft beer companies sometimes decide to retire seemingly popular beers, and why a craft brewery might decide to link up with a larger beer company. Fittingly, we crack open a 2-year-old bottle of Founders Canadian Breakfast Stout to enjoy during this discussion! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 42 - 1st Anniversary!
October 24, 2019 10:41 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBOn this episode we celebrate a year of podcasting along with our good buddies Erik and Pete! Talking points include school mascots, German beer steins, the benefits of beer with friends, and a large group Weird Beer Name Game! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 41 - Mind Your Manners
September 27, 2019 02:41 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBOn this episode we hang out at Ben's brand new bar and talk about proper etiquette when buying beer, especially when you're in an unfamiliar area. Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 40 - Seltzer Bois
September 13, 2019 10:06 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBOn this episode: Ain't no laws! We take a small diversion from all things beer to talk seltzer. This bubbly sweet stuff does have an impact on the malty beverage we all know and love though, so get off our backs already, millennials. Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 39 - A Journey North of the Border
August 29, 2019 01:31 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBOn this episode: Ben took a voyage up to the Great White North where he threw axes, took names, and drank beer. Also, Joe had a non-alcoholic beer so we had to talk a bit about that. Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 38 - Post Workout Drinks & Stamp Kites
August 20, 2019 09:49 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBOn this episode: We talk about why having a beer after a good workout is so DANG REFRESHING. Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 37 - Serving Temps 101 & ASMR
August 08, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBOn this episode: We set out to talk about serving beer at proper temperatures. Which we did. But we also got sooo far off course in this one onto some... other topics... Just a heads up. Hope you like it! Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 36 - Ever-Shifting Trends in Craft Beer
August 01, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBOn this episode: We introduce a new format to the show, then we talk about all the hot trendy trends in craft beer! Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 35 - Go Fluff Yourself
July 23, 2019 10:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MBBeer of the Week: "Go Fluff Yourself" from Fulton Chain Craft Brewery Talking Points: ADK6PACK, weird food combos, Movie Theater Fighting Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 34 - Frolic Smash
July 09, 2019 09:37 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBBeer of the Week: "Frolic Smash" from Big Inlet Brewing Talking Points: Soccer Talk, Football Beer, the Weird Beer Name Game Returns Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 33 - SuperEIGHT
June 25, 2019 09:52 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBBeer of the Week: "SuperEIGHT" from Dogfish Head Talking Points: Summer Concerts; N/A Craft Beer Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 32 - Ben Made a Beer!
June 18, 2019 10:36 - 45 minutes - 62.5 MBBeer of the Week: Ben's homebrew called "Heart Linked to Heart" Talking Point: All things homebrewing! Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 31 - Triple Citra Daydream
June 04, 2019 22:42 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MBBeer of the Week: "Triple Citra Daydream" from Other Half Brewing Talking Point: Cans vs Bottles Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 30 - Mas Agave
May 21, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBBeer of the Week: "Mas Agave" from Founders Brewing Company Additional Talking Points: Chasing our "What Ifs" Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
PROMO: Therapy Juice
May 16, 2019 03:19 - 1 minute - 1.81 MBIntroducing a new podcast, Therapy Juice, from one of the creators of Rust Belt Beer Talk! See more at therapyjuicepodcast.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 29 - Prophets & Nomads
May 07, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 50.8 MBBeer of the Week: "Prophets & Nomads" from Collective Arts Brewing Additional Talking Points: Camping! Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 28 - Black Magic Stout
April 30, 2019 10:00 - 59 minutes - 82.3 MBBeer of the Week: "Black Magic Stout" from Empire Brewing Company Additional Talking Points: Avengers Endgame, Beer economics Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 27 - Feeling Good, Louis!
April 16, 2019 10:11 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBBeer of the Week: "Feeling Good, Louis!" from Fair State Brewing Cooperative Additional Talking Points: Brut IPA Science, Beer Fitness Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 26 - Kentucky Breakfast Stout
April 09, 2019 16:56 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBBeer of the Week: "Kentucky Breakfast Stout" from Founders Brewing Co Additional Talking Points: National Beer Day, Adult men talking about wrestling Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 25 - DBL DBL
March 26, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBBeer of the Week: "DBL DBL" from Hamburg Brewing Additional Talking Points: Film school six-pack, The legend of FloridaMan Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 24 - Blueberry Maple Pancake
March 19, 2019 23:21 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBBeer of the Week: "Blueberry Maple Pancake" from Ellicottville Brewing Company Additional Talking Points: Breakfast food beer pairing game, NYS Maple Growers, Highly tappable trees Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 23 🍀 - Prismatic Lazer
March 12, 2019 10:27 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBTop O' The Podcast to Ya! And welcome to a St Patrick's Day special from RBBT! 🍀 Beer of the Week: "Prismatic Lazer" from Burlington Beer Co Additional Talking Points: St Pats in Buffalo, The history of green beer Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 22 - Doppelganger and Haze
March 05, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBBeer(s) of the Week: "Doppelganger" & "Haze" from Tree House Brewing Company Additional Talking Points: Harrowing Boston adventures, Buffalo Brewery Malt Madness Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 21 💖 - Yours & Mine
February 12, 2019 01:55 - 1 hour - 107 MBBeer(s) of the Week: "Yours" & "Mine" from War Horse Brewing Company On this Valentine's themed episode of RBBT, we take a look at a cool release from War Horse called Yours & Mine that results in three different beer reviews. We also dig into their suggested music pairings for these beers and talk a bit about Valentine's History and how we approach V-Day today! Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Theme music via hooksounds.com See acast...
RBBT 20 - Big Ass Money Stout
February 04, 2019 13:21 - 1 hour - 92 MBBeer of the Week: "Big Ass Money Stout" from Evil Twin and Lervig Additional Talking Points: Super Bowl Preview/Review, Yet another Weird Beer Name Game Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 19 - OK, Be Jelly
January 28, 2019 11:51 - 1 hour - 96.6 MBBeer of the Week: "OK, Be Jelly" from Rohrbach Brewing Company Additional Talking Points: Weird Beer Name Game; Pizza Delivery Stories BE SURE TO LISTEN THROUGH THE END FOR A GIVEAWAY! Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 18 - Don't Be Jelly
January 21, 2019 16:57 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MBBeer of the Week: "Don't Be Jelly" from Rohrbach Brewing Company Additional Talking Points: PB&J history; What do you like to do with peanut butter?; "Snowmageddon" Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
RBBT 17 - Focal Banger
January 14, 2019 21:17 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBBeer of the Week: "Focal Banger" from The Alchemist Additional Talking Points: It's Ben's Birthday!; Drunken NYE festivities; Government Shutdown beer sadness Contact: [email protected], Twitter: @rustbeltbeer, Instagram: @rustbeltbeer Music via hooksounds.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.