TTC Podcast Episodes

Episode 142 - Hello 2020
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Episode 142 - Hello 2020

In Episode 142 we talk about our Year in Beer stats and a blog post from BeerCruncher.com talking about some interesting predictions in the beer industry for 2020. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show! Don’t forget to enter the final BCUPs contest by leaving a voicemail at 208-536-3359.

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Episode 141 - All About Open Fermentation
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Episode 141 - All About Open Fermentation

In Episode 141 we learn about open fermentation and processes surrounding it. Denny talks about his beer experiences while visiting Israel and Kris talks about his latest home brew. Enter the final BCUPs contest by leaving a voicemail at 208-536-3359. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 139 - The History of Beer, Pt2
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Episode 139 - The History of Beer, Pt2

In Episode 139 we teach you about some beer history, going back to 1600AD and ending at 1850AD. We also finally discuss an article describing the different types of people you see on brewery tours. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 138 - The History of Beer, Pt1
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Episode 138 - The History of Beer, Pt1

Episode 138 is a special show, Denny brings his long time friend and former 40cast co-host Mr Matthew Helmer. We learn about his craft beer journey and home brewing experience. We also teach you about some beer history, going back to 5000BC and ending at 1600AD, as well as answer a listener question concerning an ancient Russian beer style. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 137 - The Byrne Experience
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Episode 137 - The Byrne Experience

On Episode 137 we invite local Boise listener Thom Byrne to record with us and talk about his craft beer journey and award winning home brew. We also talk about beer excise taxes, a bizarre white stout and answer some listener questions. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 136 - GABF 2019
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Episode 136 - GABF 2019

On Episode 136 we tackle the 2019 Great American Beer Festival and discuss some of the winners. We also have some listener feedback and voicemails bringing some fun conversation to the show. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 135 - Beer Tourism with Jim
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Episode 135 - Beer Tourism with Jim

We have another special guest on Episode 135. We invited listener Jim Kudzal to guest host with us so we can learn about his craft beer journey. He also prepared a very nice topic focused on beer tourism. We learned some great tips from Jim’s experiences over the years visiting breweries from around the country. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 134 - Milkshake IPAs with Chad
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Episode 134 - Milkshake IPAs with Chad

On Episode 134 we invite long time listener Chad Lamasa to guest host with us so we can learn about his craft beer journey. He also brought us a topic to learn about...the milkshake IPA. We take a look into the details of the style and the history behind how this style came to be. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 133 - Just the News
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Episode 133 - Just the News

It’s Episode 133 and we take on a few craft beer news articles. Revision Brewing out of Sparks, Nevada is booming with 118% single year growth and planning for quadrupling their production by 2022. Hard seltzer is planning a big party in Colorado. And AB InBev decides to pass on buying out the remaining shares of the Craft Beer Alliance. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 132 - Boozy Sparkling Water
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Episode 132 - Boozy Sparkling Water

It’s Episode 132 and we take on the topic of hard seltzer water. This “malt beverage” has gained in popularity and we want to find out what it’s all about. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 131 - Quit Work Brew Beer
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Episode 131 - Quit Work Brew Beer

In Episode 131 Kris is recording on location at Corporate Ladder Brewing with owner/brewer Blake Keppe. We discuss how he kicked the corporate ladder to the curb to pursue his passion of brewing beer and opening his own brewery. We also discuss an article on how a Washington State brewery shifted their strategy to prosper during this time where many regional breweries are struggling to survive. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 130 - Ireland Craft Beer Experience
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Episode 130 - Ireland Craft Beer Experience

Denny just returned from Ireland, so Episode 130 is devoted to exploring the Ireland craft beer experience around the country...and the craft beer scene is pretty awesome. We also announce the winner of the 3rd set of BCUPs given away. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 129 - Craft Beer Growth and Struggles
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Episode 129 - Craft Beer Growth and Struggles

In Episode 129 we discuss some craft beer news articles surrounding some production growth and struggles as the craft beer market expands. We discuss an article about how the craft beer community supports their own in times of need. Plus a lot of random beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 128 - How Now Brown Ale
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Episode 128 - How Now Brown Ale

In Episode 128 Denny’s daughter joins the show to talk about her craft beer journey and help us dive into her favorite beer style...the American Brown Ale. We review BJCP style guidelines for the American Brown Ale and highlight why we love this style. We also discuss an article concerning some new regulations in New Jersey affecting the craft beer industry in that state. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 127 - Beat the Heat
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Episode 127 - Beat the Heat

Summer has arrived, and in Episode 127 we discuss some beer styles to help you stay hydrated and quench that thirst from all those fun activities in the sun. There’s also lots of random beer conversation too, helping to extend the show to 2 hours for all those enjoying a longer show. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 126 - To Beer and Beyond
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Episode 126 - To Beer and Beyond

There is a buzz around the craft beer world with the news of Boston Beer and Dogfish Head merging. In Episode 126 we discuss the news release and provide some insight on what this might signal for the craft beer industry and these two companies. We also dive into a brief history of both these breweries. Lots of beer conversation too that helps extend the show to 2 hours for all those enjoying a longer show. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 125 - All About the Brut IPA
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Episode 125 - All About the Brut IPA

In Episode 125 we discuss the Brut IPA...the latest IPA style that emerged just over a year ago. Find out about the history and the newly printed style guidelines from the American Homebrewers Association via Zymurgy Magazine. Will this new style be a limited fad, or will it evolve into the hype level of the hazy New England style? So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 124 - Tart with a Side of Effervescence
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Episode 124 - Tart with a Side of Effervescence

It’s starting to warm up so why not refresh yourself with some Berliner Weisse style beers? In Episode 124 we discuss the BJCP style guidelines for this wonderful tart or slightly sour German wheat beer. We also discuss a couple news articles and maybe one of us invests in a growing brewery live on air. Kris and Denny have some great conversation for nearly a two hour episode. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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Episode 123 - Times Are A Changin’
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Episode 123 - Times Are A Changin’

In Episode 123 we discuss a couple articles that show that things in the craft beer world are changing...good for some, and not so good for others. Kris and Denny have some great conversation for nearly a two hour show. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!

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