Brews & Banter

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome back Chong, owner of Science of 8 Limbs, along with coach Sam, for an awesome conversation about growth, discipline, and the art of Muay Thai.Chong shares the story behind the rapid expansion of his gym, including the opening of a new location complete with a full sparring ring — a huge step forward for his students and the local fight community. Sam also jumps in to talk about his personal journey into Muay Thai and how he connected with Chong along the way.We also get into one of the most exciting opportunities Chong offers — bringing back the annual trips to Thailand, giving students a chance to train in the birthplace of Muay Thai and fully experience the culture.It’s a great mix of passion, business growth, and real stories — all while enjoying a few beers, Brews & Banter style 🍻Learn more about Science of 8 Limbs:🌐 https://www.so8muaythai.com/📲 Instagram: @science_of_eight_limbsAnd don’t forget to rep the show:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com

In this remote episode of Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank sit down with Anthony Dyer, author of Moon Child: A Warrior's Reckoning with War & Addiction.Anthony shares his journey from Appalachia to serving as a Combat Special Missions Aviator on AC-130 gunships, and the challenges he faced transitioning back to civilian life, including PTSD and personal struggles along the way. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn, as Roman—who has many friends and family who are veterans—became emotional during the discussion, making this one of the most raw moments on the show.This episode opens the door to Anthony’s story, with plans to bring him back for a deeper dive into his experiences and message.You can check out Anthony’s book here:👉 https://www.amazon.com/Moon-Child-Special-Missions-Aviator/dp/B0DZMXBHJ4As always, it’s real conversation over a beer 🍻 — Brews & Banter style.Support the show:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome back friend of the show Chris Thompson for a great conversation about photography, business, and leveling up your creative game.Chris is the owner of CST Media Productions, where he provides professional photography and media services for real estate, families, sports, and drone work — and has now expanded into social media marketing and content creation for professionals looking to grow their brand.We also dive into his passion project, Darkmoon Photography, where Chris travels to capture incredible landscapes and unique moments, turning them into artwork available through his online store.It’s a laid-back but insightful conversation about turning creativity into business, evolving with new opportunities, and staying motivated — all while enjoying a few beers, Brews & Banter style 🍻Check out Chris’s work here:🌐 CST Media Productions: https://cstmediaproductions.com🌐 Darkmoon Photography: https://www.etsy.com/shop/darkmoonphoto📲 Follow Chris on social:Instagram:@cstmediaproductions@chris_thompson.photography@darkmoonphotography315And don’t forget to support the show:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com

Listener Note: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including violence and loss of life. Listener discretion is advised.This episode of Brews & Banter is one of the most powerful and emotional conversations we’ve had. Roman and Frank sit down with Heather Wood, founder of Stupendous Love, to share her story of unimaginable loss and incredible resilience.Heather opens up about the tragic event that changed her life forever, when her daughter, Ava Wood, was taken in a devastating murder-suicide. Through grief and heartbreak, Heather has found the strength to keep moving forward — rebuilding her life while honoring her daughter’s memory in a meaningful and impactful way.We talk about healing, resilience, and the mission behind Stupendous Love — an effort focused on spreading kindness, support, and compassion to others going through difficult times. It’s an honest, emotional, and deeply human conversation about finding purpose even in the darkest moments.As always, the conversation is shared over a beer 🍻 — a reminder that connection and community matter, especially during life’s hardest chapters.Learn more and support Heather’s mission:🌐 Stupendous Love: https://www.stupendouslove.com📲 Social: @stupendousloveofficialAnd if you want to support Brews & Banter:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank reconnect with returning guest Lance Manyon, host of the Real Bad Radio. Joining us remotely from Canada, Lance shares what life has been like since his move from Colorado and how he’s been getting involved in the local music scene.Lance talks about playing in a band for live gigs, his experiences building a music presence in a new place, and what’s been going on with his podcast. It’s a laid-back catch-up filled with stories about music, podcasting, life changes, and of course a few laughs along the way.Naturally, the conversation wouldn’t be complete without cracking open a beer while we talk shop and enjoy another round of classic Brews & Banter.Check out Lance’s show here:🎙️ Real Bad RadioAnd don’t forget to rep the show while you’re listening:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com 🍻

PJ Glassey returns to the Brews & Banter studio for another fun and insightful conversation about fitness, motivation, and what happens after the New Year’s gym rush fades away. Roman and Frank talk with PJ about why so many people drop off their workout routines after a few months and how finding new, exciting ways to train can help people get back into the habit.The conversation dives into biohacking, smart devices, and healthier ways to fuel the body, along with practical ideas for staying consistent with fitness goals. Of course, while PJ brings the science and strategy, Roman and Frank bring the Brews & Banter twist… choosing beer as their version of “healthy consumption.” 🍻If you want to learn more about PJ and his training philosophy, check out X Gym:🌐 https://xgym.comAnd if you want to represent the show while you listen:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.comAnother great mix of health, technology, humor, and real conversation — Brews & Banter style.

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Tina Selig into the studio to talk about the world of local speed dating and modern romance. Tina gives us the inside scoop on what it’s like running live dating events and what people are really looking for when they show up ready to connect.Of course, we didn’t keep it classy the whole time. The conversation quickly spiraled into bizarre dating genres and completely wild matchmaking ideas — all for laughs (we think). Add in a couple cold beers 🍻 and you’ve got a fun, slightly unhinged, but surprisingly real conversation about love, connection, and putting yourself out there.And if you want to rep the show while you listen: www.pre-dating.com👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com⁠�

In this remote episode of Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank sit down with Sarah Wingate (Instagram: @sarahkatw) for a laid-back conversation about the outdoors, adventure, and living closer to nature.Sarah shares her passion for hiking, fishing, and homesteading, along with stories from the trail and lessons learned from living an outdoor-driven lifestyle. We swap experiences about nature, self-reliance, and what draws people toward a simpler, more intentional way of living — all while cracking open a beer together, of course 🍻It’s a fun, easygoing episode filled with adventure talk, life stories, and the kind of conversation that feels like sitting around a campfire with friends.Follow Sarah’s journey here:📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahkatwAnd don’t forget to rep the show while you’re listening:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.comGrab a drink and enjoy the episode.

This week on Brews & Banter, Roman and Frank welcome Kara, the energetic voice you’ve heard on local radio stations 95X and 93Q, into the studio for a conversation that hits all the right notes.We dive into her journey in radio, her love for music and travel, and what it’s like being part of the local broadcast scene. Of course, we couldn’t stop there — the conversation naturally swerved into horror movies, favorite local restaurants, and the kind of random tangents that only happen when the beer is flowing and the mics are on.Kara brought great energy, fun stories, and plenty of laughs to the table, making this one of those episodes that feels like you’re just hanging out with friends who happen to work in radio.If you love music, movies, food, and real conversations, this episode is for you. 🍻@karaonairAnd don’t forget to rep the show:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com

Emily Gozy is back in the Brews & Banter studio, and we’re kicking off the year talking fitness, nutrition, and realistic habits as everyone heads back to the gym. Emily, founder of Nourished with Emily, joins Roman and Frank for another fun and educational conversation about fueling your body properly, staying consistent with workouts, and building routines that actually last beyond January.We talk green shakes packed with vitamins, balancing nutrition with real life (yes… even beer 🍻), and how small intentional changes can create long-term results. Emily shares practical insight from her work helping clients improve their relationship with food and fitness — without extreme dieting or burnout.You can learn more about Emily here:👉 https://www.nourishedwithemily.com/📲 Instagram: @nourishedwithemilyAnd if you want to rep the show while you’re listening:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.comAnother laid-back, informative, and laughter-filled episode that blends health, balance, and classic Brews & Banter energy.

This episode of Brews & Banter takes a legendary turn as Roman and Frank sit down with Snake, the self-proclaimed Bigfoot hunter behind Bigfoot’s Remains.Snake shares his incredible (and controversial) claim that he discovered and preserved the remains of Bigfoot — even performing taxidermy to protect what he believes is one of the greatest discoveries of our time. We dive into how his journey started, what led him down the path of Bigfoot research, and how he responds to skeptics.As always, the conversation is relaxed, curious, and fueled by good beer 🍻 — because that’s how Brews & Banter does it. Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or just here for the wild stories, this episode delivers mystery, laughs, and a whole lot of banter.Learn more about Snake and his claim here:👉 https://www.bigfootsremains.com/📲 Instagram: @bigfootsremainsAnd don’t forget to rep the show:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.comGrab a drink and decide for yourself… 👣🍺

This episode of Brews & Banter is loaded with great beer, solid laughs, and behind-the-scenes brewery talk as Roman and Frank welcome Pete and Sean from Eastwood Brewing Company into the studio. Pete, the owner and brewer, and Shawn, the master brewer, showed up the best way possible — with a full lineup of Eastwood beers ready to be sampled.As the pints kept flowing, the guys talked about how Eastwood Brewing Company came to be, what it takes to brew consistently great beer, and how creativity, experimentation, and teamwork play a role in every batch. Between tastings, the conversation stayed true to Brews & Banter fashion — relaxed, funny, and full of genuine stories from the craft beer world.Great friends, great beer, and classic banter make this one a must-listen for anyone who loves local breweries and real conversations.And if you want to rep the show while you listen:👉 https://brewsnbanterstore.com🍻Grab a drink and enjoy the episode.

This episode of Brews & Banter brings back two fan-favorite guests for an awesome conversation centered around food, community, and cold beer. Roman and Frank welcome Jeff Rogers, owner of Angry Garlic, Angry Smokehouse, and Angry Waters, along with Anthony Tringale, founder of Eat Local NY.The guys dive into what’s happening right now with Baldwinsville Dining Weeks, highlighting why it’s such a big win for local restaurants and the community. From there, the conversation rolls into what Jeff has been working on across his growing restaurant group and a check-in with Anthony on what’s new in his world — including the evolution of Eat Local NY and his ever-growing social media presence supporting local food spots.As always, it’s relaxed, fun, and fueled by some great beers that Anthony brought along to share. If you love local food, small-business stories, and good banter with even better drinks, this episode is a must-listen. 🍻

In this episode of Brews & Banter, hosts Frank and Roman sit down with Maddi Violet, owner of Ve Oh Lay Acres Winery, for a relaxed and honest conversation about turning passion into a poured product. Maddi shares her journey into winemaking, what it takes to build and run a winery, and the realities of operating a local business in a competitive industry. From the early days of Ve Oh Lay Acres to the challenges, lessons learned, and wins along the way, this episode blends entrepreneurship, creativity, and a love for great drinks — all in true Brews & Banter fashion. As always, the conversation stays casual, authentic, and full of real talk you won’t hear in a polished sales pitch. Grab a drink, settle in, and join Frank and Roman as they raise a glass with Maddi Violet and dive into the story behind the vines.  veohlayacres.com @thenomadicgrapevine