Craft Beer Radio Podcast

In episode 532, hosts discuss craft beers like **La Petite Princesse**, **Noblesse Oblige**, and **Westvleteren 12**, highlighting their flavors and experiences. They praise **Cantillon Gueuze** and conclude with a humorous beer ranking segment.

In this episode, the hosts share tales from their recent trip to Belgium, tasting unique beers from local breweries including St. Bernardus and Ales from Brewery Arden. They discuss flavor profiles, experiences at various breweries, and their personal beer rankings. The dynamic between the hosts adds humor and perspective to their beer exploration.

Jeff, Greg, and Shannon taste and review a tart Hill Farmstead Vera May, Fiddlehead's funky Landscape with Haystacks, an over-hopped Return Brewing Bounce Flash Hazy IPA, Dirty Couch's wild cherry sour, and local favorite Old Thunder Midnight Rain imperial stout—diving deep into tasting notes, wild ales, FMK rankings, brewery adventures, local improv, supermarket gambling, and lockpicking stories.

The crew (Jeff, Greg, Shannon) broadcast from a new studio, sampling a Von Trapp variety pack (Helles, Kolsch, Pilsner, Vienna Lager) and two Hitchhiker beers (No Explanation Czech Pale Lager and Barrel & Flow Fest collab Duck Sauce). They discuss beer styles, home renovations, surprise critters, air fryer conversions, Disney tunnels, hops, and the evolving taste of Mosaic hops, before ranking the beers and sharing FMK picks.

The hosts review six craft beers spanning Pilsners, lagers, farmhouse ales and golden strongs from Pittsburgh, Maine, North Carolina, Virginia and more. Alongside beer talk, they share updates on new homes, painful insect stories, pets, funny anecdotes, and discuss tech AI and GameChanger episodes. Rankings and a classic FMK close out the episode.

Episode 527 celebrates 20 years of Craft Beer Radio, revisiting classic beers from their first show, including Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA, and Great Lakes Elliot Ness, as well as newer craft gems from Holy Mountain, 8th State, Oxbow, and Magnanimous. The hosts reflect on beer evolution, podcasting history, and share quirky updates, stories about knife skills, birds, and favorite time travel movies. Each beer is thoroughly reviewed and ranked, culminating in a lively FMK.

The hosts review a lineup of boundary-pushing beers: Hopfarm Kolsch, Burial's Garden of Earthly Delights, Purpose Small Trekker #10, Hop Farm Fortune Seeker DIPA, Dirty Couch Willambic, and Westbound & Down Barrel-Aged Double Absence. Alongside detailed tasting notes, they discuss road trips, camping, cryptic podcast shirts, and FMK with beer. The episode veers into wild analogies involving monkeys with two butts and features deep dives into movie reviews and brewery stories.

On this Valentine's themed episode of Craft Beer Radio, Jeff, Greg, and Shannon return to review a standout lineup: a hazy IPA from Aurora Brewing, a blended sour from Prison City/Strange Bird, a unique barleywine by Jackie O's/Dancing Gnome, Cerebral Brewing's sumac barrel-aged wild ale, Purpose Brewing's raspberry 'Whisper of Love', Victory's bourbon barrel imperial stout, and Redstone Meadery's Black Raspberry Nectar mead. The hosts debate FMK (Fuck, Marry, Kill), wander through pop culture and mathematical topology, and share personal stories from the road, home, and classroom (including infamous paste eating). The episode closes with impromptu musical noodling and plenty of laughs.

Jeff, Greg, and Shannon review six New Glarus beers sent in by Mark, share stories from Denver including brewery visits and hiking in the Rockies, and rank (and play FMK with) the beers from Pilsner and Anniversary Quad to classic sours. Travel, food, and brewery banter included.

In CBR episode 523, hosts recount their 17-day Finger Lakes trip, review five Brewery Ardenne beers, discuss memorable karaoke and legal encounters, rank the evening's brews, and round it off with FMK. Tasting notes detail food pairings and brewery hospitality.

Jeff and Greg host a Shannon-less episode, opening with a classic daiquiri before reviewing Co-Star's Oktoberfest, Angry Chair's Rocky Road, Allagash Belfius Saison, and two barrel-aged Gratitudes from East End Brewing. Conversation meanders from camper dumping woes and Deadpool recaps to AI’s role in music and writing. Rankings and FMK reflect strong favorites among the beers, especially Belfius and Rocky Road.

In episode 521, the crew reunites to review top-tier beers like Hill Farmstead's Charlie, Surly Darkness, and more. Alongside reviews, they share travel stories, cooking adventures, hidden brewery gems, and their classic FMK rankings.

In this episode, the hosts dive into a variety of cocktails and beers, including the legendary Corpse Reviver number two, Hill Farmstead's Sankt, Dancing Gnome's Ergoza, and the decadent Everywhere and Nowhere from Angry Chair Brewing. With lively discussions about their experiences, they rate their favorites while enjoying the flavors and complexities of each drink.

In this episode of Craft Beer Radio, the hosts dive into an exciting array of beer reviews, recounting their travels and experiences, including the unique 'Spotted Cow' from Wisconsin and a standout blueberry cobbler brew from Zool in Knoxville. They share insights, tasting notes, and their personal rankings, blending humor and camaraderie throughout the discussion.

In this episode, they discuss German black lagers, "The Bear" TV show, character arcs, travel anecdotes, and recommend the Non-Conformist beer from Hill Farms. Excitement for future episodes is expressed.

In this episode, the hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon ring in the new year with a variety of craft beers including a West Coast IPA and an English-style barley wine. They discuss the flavors and characteristics of each beer while interjecting conversation about recent TV shows and personal anecdotes. The episode wraps up with rankings and a light-hearted discussion on a 'Fuck Marry Kill' segment.

In this festive episode, the crew reviews an array of craft beers including a Polish lager, an IPA, and a unique Imperial milk stout. With discussions on flavors, personal anecdotes, and the current state of craft brewing, the hosts share their rankings and hilarious FMK moments.

In this episode, hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon share their experiences recovering from COVID while sampling various craft beers including a Doppelbock, a farmhouse ale, and a barley wine. They engage in lively discussions about their flavors and rankings as well as share funny moments and personal stories, including Shannon's adventures in Arizona and tortoise-related anecdotes.

In this episode, the hosts review several beers including Founders Brewing's French Toast Bastard and Allagash's Cool Ship Resurgum, while sharing stories from their recent trip to Maker Camp. They discuss the experience of working with woodworking tools and the thrill of TIG welding, all while enjoying a variety of unique craft beers.

In this episode of Craft Beer Radio, the hosts celebrate Oktoberfest by reviewing various local Oktoberfest beers, share personal anecdotes about brewing and beer culture, and discuss their experiences with DIY projects. They explore the qualities of each beer and provide insights on the trends in the brewing industry.

In this episode, hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon share their thoughts on a variety of craft beers from their recent trip, focusing on Hill Farmstead and Allagash's offerings, while also discussing everything from audio equipment to gameplay strategies in D&D.

In this episode of Craft Beer Radio, hosts Jeff, Greg, and Shannon explore a selection of unique craft beers, discussing flavor profiles and their thoughts on each brew. They share stories from their recent beer adventures and engage in a fun game of FMK with their favorite beers. Tune in for an in-depth review of memorable beers and lively conversation about all things craft beer.

Jeff, Greg, and Shannon return from New England trips loaded with legendary beers—juicy hazy IPAs, barrel-aged dessert stouts, and complex sours. They share travel stories from Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Coastal Cape Cod, and Portland, then dig deep into reviews of standouts like Twin Barns Lake Cruiser, Hill Farmstead First and Last Things, Fiddlehead IPA, Allagash Days End, The Alchemist Crusher, Foam Built to Spill, Lone Pine Holy Donut, and Foul Mouth Grand Cru. The crew pit each beer head-to-head in detailed rankings and a final FMK, nerd out about breweries (Von Trapp, Jay Wakefield), ponder flavor realities, and encourage listeners to join their Discord. The verdict: Lake Cruiser was an unexpected winner—FMK segments abound.

In episode 509, Greg, Shannon, and Jeff brave Canadian wildfire smoke for a tasting of unique beers: smoked Grodzki, classic Zombie Dust, complex sours, a divisive s'mores golden stout, an unexpected chunky cocktail sour, and a whiskey barrel barleywine. Alongside spirited FMK rankings, they discuss submarine disaster news, share snake updates, wax poetic about Enrico Fermi, debate beer styles past and present, remember friends, and laugh through a three-way blend gone wrong. The episode closes with recommendations and Discord invites.

The gang has oysters, caviar, and a $42 beer.

In this episode, the hosts taste and review six diverse beers from renowned breweries, sharing their distinct impressions, ranking favorites, and diving into the nuances of each. No guests or major stories are featured this time.

In this episode, the hosts review and compare several renowned beers including Boston Lager, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, and more. The team discusses personal stories, gives updates, and ranks the beers. FMK returns for another hilarious round.

In this Extras: Postshow episode, the hosts share behind-the-scenes stories, engage in playful banter, and review some bonus beers. Listen in as Jeff, Greg, and Shannon give unfiltered thoughts and rankings.

In this episode, the hosts return for a new round of beer reviews, lively discussions, and share stories. Each beer tasting includes detailed impressions and culminates in the famous FMK rankings by Jeff, Greg, and Shannon.

In this episode, the crew reviews beers from Fort George, Anchorage, Kasteel, Double Mountain, and Triple Forte. They discuss each brew in detail, share stories, update listeners, and rank their favorites. FMK is played, and social updates are provided.