Rod J BeerVentures Podcast

I’m excited to bring you this special edition of the Rod J BeerVentures YouTube Replay Podcast, featuring my live conversation with Tim Weaver, founder of The Brand Weaver. Tim joined me to unpack why branding isn’t just window‑dressing—it’s the foundation your brewery needs to thrive in today’s crowded market.

In our conversation, recorded live (check out the full video link above), Tim walks us through why the old days of SEO and ...

Hey there, beer lovers! In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my recent trip to Indianapolis, where I had the chance to attend an epic beer event—this time, as part of the media! From exclusive sips and brewer chats to standout pours and surprising finds, I’m recapping it all.

Whether you're a hop head, a stout fan, or just curious about the beer scene in Indy, trust me—you’re gonna want to hear what went down. G...

This episode is a YouTube replay of the launch of a Beer Media Group collaboration: the Midwest Beer Show, featuring me and Dave Zalatoris of Beer In Front.

As proud members of the Beer Media Group, Dave and I teamed up to deliver a round‑up of the latest Midwest beer news: regional brewery openings, seasonal releases, and stylistic shifts that are defining craft beer right now.

We also pop open a few choice beers and riff on aroma,...

With this podcast episode, I share my replay of being able to have Chelsea and Liz from Body By Beer join me for a special YouTube live stream! These two are redefining beer culture through their podcast, and they’ve got some killer insights to share.

🍺We’ll talk about their journey in beer, the inspiration behind Body By Beer, and of course, we’ll sip on some great brews while discussing the industry’s hottest topics. If you love ...

I’m excited to share this replay of “Behind the Beer Words”, a special live conversation with beer author David Nilsen. In this episode I sat down with David to unpack the journey behind his craft writing, explore how he pairs words with brews, and dig into how storytelling shapes our beer culture.

We start off with David introducing his background—how he discovered his passion for both beer and writing, and what led him to become a...

In this podcast episode, I share my YouTube replay and conversation with Aaron Gore, VP of Marketing and Sales at Beer30 by The Fifth Ingredient. We talk about how breweries are using data and analytics to improve their brewing process and business operations.Beer30 is a cutting-edge brewery management system that helps brewers optimize everything from recipe tracking and quality control to sales and distribution.

Aaron will break d...

In this episode, we're diving into a trending brewing ingredient that’s stirring up interest across the craft beer world—malted rice.

Long associated with sake and big-name adjunct lagers, malted rice is now stepping into the spotlight for all the right reasons.

Inspired by an in-depth article from Beer & Brewing Magazine, Rod breaks down how brewers are using malted rice to create beers with cleaner profiles, lighter bodies...

This podcast episode features my replay of my recent exciting YouTube beer conversation, where I talk with Kate Bernot, a respected beer writer and journalist, to discuss all things craft beer!

🍻Kate has written for major publications like Sightlines, Good Beer Hunting, Craft Beer & Brewing, and more, offering in-depth insights on brewing trends, industry challenges, and the future of craft beer, and bringing insightful analysi...

I’m excited to bring you the YouTube replay of “The Return Of The Happy Hour Live Stream” from July 18, 2025, where we kicked things off with fresh brews, bold opinions, and plenty of laughs. I’m pouring my favorite cold one, and you're invited to join—virtually—as we reconnect, catch up on beer news, and enjoy electrifying conversation with the extended BeerVentures community.

In this episode, I dive into what’s been brewing in...

I’m thrilled to bring you the replay of my recent Midwest Beer Show Live Stream, hosted alongside Dave Zalatoris of Beer In Front. This episode is packed with fresh headlines, tasting pours, and lively opinions on everything happening in the beer space.

From the very start, Dave and I dive into the latest craft beer news—covering brewery openings, regional releases, and the trends that are shaping the Midwest scene. As always, I cra...

This podcast episode is the YouTube replay of "The Happy Hour With Rod J and Friends," which premiered on 1/2/25. We discuss some of the latest beer and not-so-beer happenings over a few drinks.

In this episode, I am joined by Todd and Shannon from What's Your Beer and Ray from The Alconauts! Both can be found on their respective YouTube channels.

Did you know the Rod J BeerVentures podcast is ranked by Feedspot as the NUMBER ONE b...

🍻 Are you a craft beer lover always looking for new brews to try? In this YouTube podcast replay, I’m joined by Joel Geier, author of Flights Across America: A Brewery Lover's Journey, and dive into his experiences traveling to breweries in all 50 states! From hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts, Joel shares his expertise on American craft beers, offering recommendations from coast to coast. Whether you’re a seasoned beer connoisseur or ...

This podcast episode is the YouTube replay of "The Happy Hour With Rod J and Friends," which premiered on 1/2/25. We discuss some of the latest beer and not-so-beer happenings over a few drinks. In this episode, I am joined by Dave from Beer In Front and Dan from FLX Beer Reviews! Both can be found on their respective YouTube channels. 💰➡️ Tips and financial support for the channel can be found here: https://bit.ly/StreamLabTips ...

This podcast episode features my YouTube replay of my personally highest-rated craft beers that I enjoyed for 2024. Out of 300 beers checked in during the year on Untappd, these are the ones I checked in for the Untappd App, these are the ones that scored best for me. From smooth lagers to bold IPAs, I've got you covered! 🍻

And if you are on Untappd, connect with me there as Rod J BeerVentures and see the brews I am enjoying and ...

This podcast episode is the YouTube replay of "The Happy Hour With Rod J and Friends" which premiered on 12/26/24. We discuss some of the latest beer and not-so-beer happenings over a few drinks, and in this episode, I am joined by my buddy Todd as always, of What's Your Beer and Dave from BeerInFront! Both can also be found on YouTube and Dave can also be found wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. 💰➡️ Tips and financia...

On this podcast YouTube replay, I welcome Chris Tunstall to discuss his bartending history, knowledge of beer, and history of creating beer cocktails.

Chris is the co-founder and Chief of Brand and Product Development at A Bar Above, as well as the face of the brand’s educational YouTube channel and the former host of the A Bar Above Podcast. Check out more on A Bar Above here: https://abarabove.com as well as these various social...

The Happy Hour With Rod J and Co. live stream is where Rod J goes live with other friends to discuss some of the latest beer and not-so-beer happenings over a few drinks, which are most often beer but not always.

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In this YouTube replay podcast, I share beer news featuring Elysian Brewing, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Guinness, and others to update you on beer news you may have missed this week ending 11/22/24. 🛑 ➡️ Join The BeerVentures Brigade here: https://bit.ly/BeerVenturesBrigade 💰➡️ Tips or contributions to the beer fund for future beer videos here: https://bit.ly/StreamLabTips 🏢 Business Inquiries: 📧 Email: rodj@rodjbeerventures.co...

This YouTube replay features my discussion exploring Ohio's craft beer landscape with Mary MacDonald and Justin Hemminger of the Ohio Craft Brewers Association. Find out why you may want to check out the Ohio beer scene! Check out the Ohio Craft Brewers Association at https://ohiocraftbeer.org to learn more and see how you can support Ohio's craft breweries. 🛑 ➡️ Join The BeerVentures Brigade here: https://bit.ly/BeerVenturesBri...