TTC Podcast Episodes
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Episode 167 - [LIVE] Christmas Ale or Winter Warmer
In Episode 167 we go live again on Facebook, and had a great turnout. Our main topic revolves around discussing the difference between Christmas Ales, Winter Ales and Winter Warmers, as well as two more holiday beer recipes to try out...these are a little easier to create and use Christmas Ales. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
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Episode 166 - [LIVE] Holiday Recipes with Beer
In Episode 166 we try something new and record the show live on Facebook, and answer viewer questions live on air. It was a great time and can be viewed in it’s entirety. Our main discussion revolves around holiday recipes that include beer. We have a breakfast dish, a couple side dishes, a couple main dishes, a couple desserts and a drink. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 165 - Thanksgiving Beers 2020
In Episode 165 we try to make 2020 a little better by talking about some beers to pair with your Thanksgiving meal and activities. We also sing the praises of a brewery with fantastic customer service, as well as plenty of great beer conversation. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 164 - All About Kveik
In Episode 164 we dive into learning about a newer yeast to show up in American beers, the kveik yeast. We review the work of blogger Lars Garshol to find out about the history of the yeast and how he collected various yeast samples from around Norway in order to have it studied, analyzed and eventually commercialized here in the states. It is a fascinating story, and we only lightly touch on the content rich research papers and science. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 163 - Virtual GABF 2020
In Episode 163 we are joined by John Ream of Trek Brewing to discuss the 2020 Virtual GABF and to get an update on Trek Brewing. John also provided some insight into the benefits of being a member of the Brewers Association. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 162 - World Class Beer
In Episode 162 we dive into the topic of world class beer...what is a world class beer and what makes a brewery or brewer world class. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 161 - Popular American Hop Session
In Episode 161 we continue with our hop sessions, this time diving into some of the more popular American style hops. These hops are in almost all your favorite hoppy beers, so we thought it was important to discuss them. We also discuss an article about a brewery that is making soft serve beer ice cream. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 160 - Best Breweries in the PNW
In Episode 160 we reveal the results of our listener poll for the Best Breweries in the PNW. We breakdown each state by our votes, our listener votes and the overall combined vote...and the results are interesting. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 159 - Return to Social Normal?
In Episode 159 we bring on long time listeners and friends Kevin and Amanda Argauer to discuss their craft beer journeys. We also discuss the effects of the COVID quarantine on socially active people and how we are starting to return to a new normal. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 158 - Noble Hop Session
In Episode 158 we continue with our hop sessions, this time diving into the noble style hops. These hops are at the heart of German/Czech pilsners so we thought it was important to discover what they are all about. We read an email provided for our best PNW breweries list and have a craft article concerning a new US variety noble hop. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 157 - The English Hop Session
It’s Episode 157, our first show of season 7, and once again we have a content packed show for you. We continue with our hop sessions, this time diving into English hops. We also talk about our plans to create a real best brewery list and find out how to get your votes in. We bring you three craft beer articles too. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 156 - The Three C’s Hop Session
It’s Episode 156 and we have a content packed show for you. We do a live tasting notes session with a summertime lighter ale. We kick off our first hop session diving into the Three C hops...Cascade, Centennial and Columbus. If you’re looking for another craft beer podcast we discuss one you might enjoy and finish off the show with a craft beer article about a brewery offering a non-alcoholic stout. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 155 - Italian Pilsners
It’s Episode 155 and we discuss a few craft beer articles starting with showcasing the Italian Pilsner style and then moving on to the new Deschutes Brewery anniversary ale and finishing off with a strange turn of events for Kona Brewing in Hawaii. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 154 - Brewer’s Yeast, Part Deux
It’s Episode 154 and we finish our discussion with brewers yeast...discover the nutritional requirements and by-products produced during the brewing process. These by-products change depending on whether the yeast has sufficient or deficient nutrients in the wort. We get slightly sciencey but in a fun way. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 153 - Brewer’s Yeast Lowdown
It’s Episode 153 and we discuss brewers yeast...discover the many different criteria that must be taken into consideration when selecting a yeast for beer production, as well as the life cycle of yeast during the process. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 152 - Is Maibock Better Than Your Bock?
It’s Episode 152 and we discuss a great springtime style that many listeners may not be familiar with...the German-style Maibock. We dive into some history behind the style, as well as some style notes and commercial offerings. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 151 - Wasps, Wine and Beer
It’s Episode 151 and we discuss a couple interesting craft beer articles...one about harvesting yeast from wasps and making beer with it, and another about mixing wine with beer to create a new style of beer called oenobeer. Plus we offer a lot of random beer talk as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 150 - My Pizza Came Too Fast
We made it to Episode 150 and we celebrate by having the largest number of people on air at the same time. Welcome the Kudzal/Carlson clan...we have husband and wife beer tourist extraordinaires, Jim Kudzal and Tara Carlson along with their daughter Andelle Kudzal who follows in their love of craft beer and daughter Haven Carlson who is still trying to find her gateway into the craft beer world. We find out about their craft beer journeys and are lucky to learn from their European beer adventures to Prague, Warsaw and Krakow. Find out the must visit venues and learn how to get the most out of your trip. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 149 - Talking Corona Crisis with Trek Brewing
In Episode 149 we bring back a good friend to help us talk about the impact of the coronavirus quarantine on small independent craft breweries. John Ream of Trek Brewing, located outside of Columbus, OH, updates us on how Trek Brewing has grown over the last 18 months and provides his inside look at surviving the corona crisis. For our Brew Buzz segment we are honored to review an article written by listener Jim Kudzal discussing how breweries have shifted gears to weather the turbulent times and how consumers can help keep them afloat. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!
Episode 148 - The History of Dry Stout
St Patrick’s Day has passed, but in Episode 148 we bring you a touch of Irish with the history of the dry stout along with a brief style overview. We hope this shorter show will bring you some joy in the present CoronaVirus chaos. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!