Celebrating 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)

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Year 1 Review Roundtable

In this episode, we sit down with Abi Conner. Over the last few years, Abi has worked in and around Minnesota craft beer. She&apos;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)Links:Lupulin BrewingBoathouse Brother BrewingArbeiter BrewingCheck out the show notes at www.brewchatpodcast.com/Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

25. Abi Conner - An Advocate for Change

We sit down with Michael Bregel to talk about his card game Wizards & Relics and the Kickstarter launching November 10th, 2020.  Kickstarter Link: www.wizardsandrelics.comWizards and Relics Facebook GroupMichael 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

24. Craft Beer Adjacent: Wizards & Relics with Michael Bregel

We 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 ChannelHosts:Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews)Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler)Links:https://10kbrew.com/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

We 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/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

22. Jesse Hauf, Owner of 10k Brewing

We 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 PaulsenLupulin Brewing (@lupulin_brewing)lupulinbrewing.comScribbled 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/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

21. Award-Winning Design with Marcus Paulsen of Lupulin Brewing

We sit down with Brady Pearson of BP Customs to talk about building this business out of a side hustle. Check out his work at BP CustomsBrady Lindquist https://www.instagram.com/bradysbrews/  Blake Piipke https://www.instagram.com/blakepiipke/  Join the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.comWant to be on the show? www.brewchatpodcast.com/contact

20. Building a Side Hustle into a Business with Brady Pearson of BP Customs

Oktoberfest is here, so we decided to try a blind taste test of a few of Minnesota's staple Märzen 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 Märzen-Style FestbierIndeed Brewing // OktoberfestOliphant Brewing // FestbierBauhaus Brew Labs // Schwandtober Fest Bavarian-Style MärzenSummit Brewing // Oktoberfest Märzen StyleJesse brings with some lagers from Modist Brewing to wrap up the show! Modist Brewing // The Time is Nigh Oak-aged Festbier & Side by Side by Side Oak-aged PilsnerHosts:Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews)Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler)Want to be on the show?www.brewchatpodcast.com/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

Oktoberfest Edition

Brady 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 brewhouse. Talking about whether there was a point they knew things were working for the business hits on many points of growth and expansion from Blissful to Hooey and beyond.Aaron dives into the passion behind the Scribbled Lines sour program. They discuss its relation to Lupulin and the separation of the brand and facilities. It's a critical part of exploring their passion while expanding their portfolio of beers to offer something for everyone.Of course, interviewing a brewery in 2020 can't happen without COVID-19 coming up. The group talk about the innovation it has forced on the brewery and the permanent changes they've seen for themselves and their patrons. Scrappy forces came together to drive creative solutions that kept the doors open – all while treating their customers and employees right.It ends by talking about the desire to give back to the community that has given them so much. This includes their Pours for a Purpose program which donates to a different organization every month by setting aside a dollar a beer every Thursday. They transition into discussing their Black is Beautiful beer and the movement initiated by Weathered Souls Brewing. They worked with their suppliers to drive down the cost of the beer to ensure their promise of donating 100% of their proceeds provided the most bang for the back to Voices for Racial Justice and the Brewing Change Collaborative.Guests:Jeff and Aaron ZierdtLupulin Brewing (@lupulin_brewing)lupulinbrewing.comScribbled Lines (@scribbledlinesbrewing)Hosts:Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews)Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler)Beers:DDH Hooey IPABlack is Beautiful (#blackisbeautifulbeer)Links:https://www.lupulinbrewing.com/https://www.facebook.com/scribbledlinesbrewing/https://blackisbeautiful.beer/https://voicesforracialjustice.org/https://brewingchangecollaborative.org/https://randyshavercancerfund.org/https://www.pitrescue.org/Want to be on the show?www.brewchatpodcast.com/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

19. Jeff and Aaron Zierdt of Lupulin Brewing

Brady 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 – 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, decided 35 years of "coldness and darkness" was enough that he deserved 35 years of sun and beaches in Wilmington, NC. He discovered the Untappd application after early days in Buffalo tasting "beers with flavor." He jumped at the opportunity to work for Untappd the same time as Harrison.The Drinking Socially podcast is a passion project in addition to their daily sales and marketing duties. Their goal is to introduce "more beer to more people" by making beer more approachable. The new season includes a feature called Beer 101 which focuses on education, the science of brewing, and Harrison&apos;s colorful brewhouse anecdotes.Untappd is evolving with the recent changes in the craft beer industry. There is less time spent on the roof deck overlooking the Cape Fear River and daily shifts in service to their brewing partners. A short list of changes include: Gregslist – a comprehensive database of COVID details for all partners, QR code tap lists, and an unrestricted "Untappd at Home" location. They&apos;ve also seen drastic changes in their social media strategy, spinning up Untappd TV on Facebook and hosting virtual festivals. They have been so successful that they may remain permanent.Things end with discussions on Minnesota Craft Beer, Ryan and Brady&apos;s selection for the first beer in their personal "Mount Beermore," and what trends they are sick of. Ryan throws Harrison a head scratching "Would you Rather" before Brady asks which beer style they most resemble. You&apos;ll even get a bold prediction on the next big beer style. Spoiler Alert: it doesn&apos;t exist...yet!Guests:Jon Dispenza (@untappdjon)Harrison Hickock (@nomorebananaleaves)Hosts:Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews)Ryan Salsman (@taptraveler)Beers:Outer Range and Resident Culture - Out to Pasture, Table Beer (@outerrangebrewingco, @residentculture)Burial - Hawkbill, American IPA (@burialbeer)Indeed - Cerveza De Horchata, Herb and Spice Beer (@indeedbrewing)Lupulin - 8 Count, American IPA (@lupulin_brewing)Links:https://untappd.simplecast.com/https://untappd.comWant to be on the show?www.brewchatpodcast.com/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

18. Drinking Socially with the Hosts of the Official Untappd Podcast

Brady 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&apos;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 (porchdrinking.com) and The Growler (growlermag.com).Time is spent discussing mental health and how those who suffer from depression and anxiety deal with the toxicity of social media. They mention how it&apos;s easy to forget that there are real people behind the accounts, but that the duo does a good job of sharing their failures as well as their successes.And it wouldn&apos;t be a 2020 podcast without discussing shelter-at-home, COVID-19, and George Floyd. There was a lot to cover. Adam and Katie dig deep into their thoughts on the current events, the backlash they received during the protests, and mused on their responsibility as social media influencers.The podcast finishes by asking what&apos;s next for their account. It&apos;s a watershed moment that either means the end or the start of something big. Stick around if you want to find out what style of beer they believe most resembles themselves. You&apos;ll even learn about Katie&apos;s next tattoo!Beers:Bent Paddle - Pordij, Juicy IPA (@bentpaddlebeer)Bad Habit - Simpin&apos; Ain&apos;t Easy, Gose (@badhabitbrewing)Copper Trail - Beach Daze, NEIPA (@coppertrailbrewingco)Bauhaus - Wonderstuff, Czech Pilsner (@bauhausbrewlabs)Pulpit Rock - Show and Tell, Blackberry Kettle Sour (@prbrewing)For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: (@brewchatpodcast)Our Guest:Ale Adventures (@aleadventuresmn)Katie (@katharine_rozanas)Adam (@adamrozanas)Website: Ale AdventuresHosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews)Holli Kern (@holliroseart)Want to be on the show?www.brewchatpodcast.com/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

17. Ale Adventures - Not Your Average Beer Bloggers

In 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 Parkinson’s. Check out the full show notes at brewchatpodcast.comMN Craft Brewers Guild ImpactFor Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/Our Guest:Kim Thiel (@mnbeerwoman)Pints For Parkinson's (@pintsforparkinsonsmn)MN Craft Community (@mnbeercommunity)Hosts: Brady Lindquist (@bradysbrews)Holli Kern (@holliroseart)Want to be on the show? www.brewchatpodcast.com/contactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com

16. Building Community Around Beer and A Cause with MN Beer Woman - Kim Thiel

The 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 IPAJunkyard Brewing // Swimming in Chaos StoutDrastic Measures // Gold Digger SourMN Craft Brewers Guild ImpactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.com  For Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/Our Guest: Matthias Valan (Mink) https://www.instagram.com/minkbro/Hosts: Brady Lindquist https://www.instagram.com/bradysbrews/  Blake Piipke https://www.instagram.com/blakepiipke/  Want to be on the show? www.brewchatpodcast.com/contact

15. From School Teacher to Bootlegging Van Trips with Mink of Junkyard Brewing

GIVEAWAYThe 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 // Bennie’s Wearing Sweats NE IPA - Crowler⁣(1) @twbrewingco // What’s Shakin’ Milkshake IPA - Crowler⁣(1) @lupulin_brewing x @surlybrewing // Operation CoHoperation DIPA - 16 oz⁣(1) @insightbrewing // Luring the Lord of the Loch Hazy IPA - 16 oz⁣⁣(1) @thebrewingprojekt // Forbidden Discovery Hazy IPA - 16 oz⁣⁣(1) @headflyerbrew // It Was All A Dream Juicy IPA - 16 oz⁣(1) @ursa_minor_brewing // Hop Tolerant DIPA - 16 oz⁣⁣⁣Here are the rules:⁣⁣⁣1. Follow me⁣ @bradysbrews2. Follow @brewchatpodcast3. Like this post⁣⁣⁣4. Each comment that tags a friend will receive an additional entry (no limit)⁣⁣⁣⁣5. Additional 3 entries if you add this to your story (make sure mention @bradysbrews so I know you that you shared it)⁣⁣⁣6 Additional 4 entries if you join the BC Crew over at brewchatpodcast.com⁣7. Must be 21 years or older and live in the continental U.S⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Giveaway will end next Wednesday (April 22nd at 10 pm.) Thanks for the support and good luck!⁣⁣(Not affiliated with Instagram)Join the BC Crew

GIVEAWAY!

In 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 IPAMN Craft Brewers Guild ImpactJoin the BC Crew at brewchatpodcast.comFor Clips and Other Fun, follow: Brew Chat Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewchatpodcast/Our Guest: Norman Grant lll: https://www.instagram.com/stoutroute/  https://www.stoutroute.com/Hosts: Brady Lindquist https://www.instagram.com/bradysbrews/  Blake Piipke https://www.instagram.com/blakepiipke/  Want to be on the show? www.brewchatpodcast.com/contact

14. Bay Area Craft Beer and Getting Pliny the Younger with Stout Route (Norman Grant lll)

Exploring the craft beer experience with Brady and Blake.

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