Brewsing Banter

What up, Brewsers! This week, the crew links up with the powerhouse trio behind Crafted For Action—Jen Price, Shanelle Pickraum, and Kevin “Swirv” Irvin—for a special kickoff to their annual conference. We talk everything from emergency lagers and fridge-aged sours (yikes) to building a thriving, inclusive craft beverage culture in Atlanta and beyond.

Jen breaks down how Crafted For Action started as a pivot from a pandemic-halted b...

What up, Brewsers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew serve up a chilled pint of banter, brews, and bold opinions.

🍻 Craft Beer News & Local Shoutouts:

• RIP to Oscar Wong, founder of Highland Brewing and godfather of Asheville’s craft beer scene.
• Philly Beer Week gets love as the crew promotes Human Robot’s Logjammin’ fest and the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon beer collab.
• Wilmington Brew Works is expanding—right next to a do...

What up Brewsers! This week, the Legendary Brew Crew is back and we're bringing the vibes from coast to coast. We’re sipping everything from hazy IPAs to smoothie-style sours, but the real buzz came from our conversation with bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Soul Seeker podcast host Sam Kabert.

Sam joined us to crack open more than just brews — he dropped deep knowledge on plant medicine, ayahuasca journeys, breathwork, and ho...

What up Brewsers! This week, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks it with Youngwon Lee, founder of Dokkaebier, a bold award winning brewery infusing Asian flavors and stories into every pint. We crack open a Rice Kölsch and a wild card Kimchi Sour (yep, you read that right) while Youngwon breaks down how a Korean kid turned global wine hustler ended up repping his roots through experimental beer in Cali.

From jasmine rice and yuzu citrus t...

The Legendary Brew Crew is back hashing out everything from the nuanced naming of our listeners (brewsers vs. brewsettes, anyone?) to a hilarious debate on Spanish grammar and identity politics.

Then we sink our fangs into Ryan Coogler's certified horror hit Sinners (spoiler alert). From dissecting Michael B. Jordan’s subtle flex to the film's wild genre mashup, we unpack whether the vampires were even necessary or just some spicy...

What up Brewsers! Rob G’s flying solo on this one—but he’s not alone. He links up with craft beer enthusiast and community advocate Jordan Harvey, known online as Beers Around the Way. Jordan shares his hop-filled journey from sipping commercial brews to becoming a passionate advocate for diversity in the craft beer scene.

But it’s not just about what’s in the glass. Jordan also highlights his role in the Harvey Wilder Foundation, a...

What up Brewsers! The Legendary Brew Crew is back! We’re sipping hazy IPAs, cracking open saisons, and realizing—some of these beers might’ve been in the fridge since 2023. 🥴 Welcome to our new segment: “What’s in the Back of the Fridge?”

As the crew sips through saisons, ambers lagers, and throwback favorites, they banter about a viral April Fools tip prank gone legal to China's TikTok trade war tactics ($5 Lululemon knockoffs), t...

What up Brewers! On this episode the Legendary Brew Crew dive into another week of bold brews, lukewarm takes, and good old-fashioned banter.

From hops to high-tech, the conversation starts with the role of AI in beer-making. Could robots craft your next favorite brew? The crew explores the pros, cons, and the irreplaceable soul that brewers bring to the process.

Next up: March Madness mayhem. The crew recaps the Duke vs. Houston sho...

Get ready Brewers, this ones a dozy. Laugh with the Legendary Brew Crew as they tackle the big questions... like, is "lemony-ness" a word? This episode is packed with the guys' signature humor as they explore everything from the mysteries of pink lemonade to the potential for genetically modified fruit. Plus, a serious discussion about the dark web takes a turn when they ponder the value of human skulls! If you're looking for bante...

Welcome back, Brewers! In this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew dives into another round of craft beer tasting, lively debates, and all things trending in the world of sports and culture. We kick things off with a unique brew from Evil Genius – a bacon-infused beer that sparks a discussion on flavors, food pairings, and whether or not it actually contains real bacon.

From there, we shift gears into March Madness, where the brackets ...

What’s up, Brewsers? This week on Brewsing Banter Podcast, we’re chopping it up with Terry Rostic from Black Calder Brewing, Michigan’s first Black-owned beer brewery.

Terry takes us through his journey—starting with a homebrew kit disaster, linking up with co-founder Jamaal Ewing, and navigating the legal landmines of naming a brewery (spoiler: it cost them 15K just to change it!).

We get into everything: Grand Rapids’ unexpected b...

In this lively episode of Brewsing Banter Podcast, the Legendary Brew Crew kicks things off with their signature energy, diving into the latest beer picks, football fandom (Go Birds!), and some good old-fashioned banter. But the real highlight? A fascinating conversation with special guest Zuri Pryor Graves, a distinguished sex therapist, intimacy coordinator, and sexologist.

Zuri sheds light on the crucial role of an intimacy coord...

The Legendary Brew Crew is back with another lively conversation, blending nostalgia, culture, and unfiltered takes on everything from lost TV classics to changing media trends. They dive into the mystery of why some beloved shows, likeIn Living Color, seem to have disappeared from streaming platforms and what that means for preserving entertainment history.

The discussion shifts to the evolution of music and movies—have CDs and DVD...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew is joined by a special guest—Vanity Constance, making a triumphant return after 213 episodes! We catch up on her four-year journey of adventure, activism, and self-discovery, from cross-country train rides to shaking up communities for the better.

We dive deep into the art of craft beer, sip on some of our favorite brews (including our special collab with Dewey Beer Co.), and even mix up a surp...

In this episode, the legendary Brew Crew dives deep into the art of craft beer and hip-hop culture with the founders of Hip Hop Heads Brewery. These educators-turned-brewers share their hilarious journey from botched beer kits to award-winning brews like the "Brown Skinned Lady."

Expect bold flavors, iconic playlists, and stories about breakdance battles, peanut butter whiskey pairings, and the philosophy of pairing beats with beer...

Welcome to 2025 with the Legendary Brew Crew! In this jam-packed episode, they dive into everything from beer tasting to random yet hilarious debates about music, modern radio playlists, and… the evolution of apples? 🍏🍎 Yup, you heard that right.

They kick things off with some unique brews like a blueberry lemon cheesecake sour ale (spoiler: it’s got just the right pucker!) and detour into a heartfelt toast to Jimmy Carter’s pivo...

Happy New Year!! On this episode, the Legendary Brew Crew is joined by Kiki Bufford, founder of 387 Grooming, a Philly-based sanctuary for men’s skincare, mental health, and wellness. Kiki shares her journey of building a space designed for men of color, addressing the gaps in self-care and grooming. From facials to bald head exfoliation, Kiki is changing the narrative around men's wellness while fostering a supportive community.

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The holidays are here, and the Brewsing Banter Podcast is bringing you all the laughs, beers, and festive vibes you need! In this special episode, the Legendary Brew Crew celebrate the season in true banter style—ugly sweaters, holiday-themed drinks, and hilariously offbeat conversations included.

From holiday movie hot takes (is Die Hard a Christmas classic?) to musical debates (did "Baby, It’s Cold Outside" go too far?), no holid...

This week, the Legendary Brew Crew reflects on their recent event, the Brewsing Bash 2, which celebrated six years and over 276 episodes of connecting beer lovers and community.

Relive the highlights of the event, including a lively trivia contest, a highly competitive ugly sweater showdown, and the thrill of meeting passionate fans and brewery owners. The team dives into conversations about craft beer culture, their personal journ...