Beer In Front
I'm Dave, a regular Chicago Beer Guy with a podcast about some old school beers and new classics. Sometimes the Beer In Front of you is the best one yet! https://www.patreon.com/beerinfront https://linktr.ee/BeerInFront Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support.
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May 24, 2026 • 29 mins
Dave is back with a Memorial Day weekend episode featuring beer news, craft beer chatter, and a wild conversation with Devin Douglas, the man attempting to convince Jason Kelce to run with the bulls in Pamplona by drinking a Garage Beer every single day until the event. Dave also checks in with updates on his elbow recovery, birthday week plans, and dives into some of the latest stories from around the beer world.
Kelce To Pamplona
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Kelce To Pamplona
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May 19, 2026 • 30 mins
In episode 304 of Beer In Front, Dave heads to Washington State for a conversation with Emrys Beer & Mead Works founder Thomas Croskrey. The discussion dives deep into the world of mead, historical brewing traditions, local sourcing, and how Emrys is blending beer, mead, and elevated pub food into one unique destination. Dave also reviews a new Korean-style lager from Hopewell Brewing Company and says goodbye to an old favorite...
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May 11, 2026 • 15 mins
This week on the Beer In Front podcast, Dave celebrates both Illinois Craft Beer Week and American Craft Beer Week with a packed episode full of beer news, local brewery updates, playoff beer gimmicks, a killer lager from Goldfinger Brewing Company, and finally… a long-awaited review of the legendary Zima. Plus, a quick detour into punk rock with thoughts on the new album from Social Distortion.
In This Episode
In This Episode
- Celebrating Illino...
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May 6, 2026 • 141 mins
If you didn't catch the livestream last week, here is the audio part of the Midwest Beer Show. I along with Rod J talked about how beer has changed since 2020. We spoke to people from The Brewers Association, Hop Butcher, and WildEdge Brewing Collective!
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May 3, 2026 • 44 mins
🍺 Episode Summary
Dave is back for Episode 301 with a conversation that might just change how you think about non-alcoholic beer. This week’s guest is Tate Huffard, founder of Best Day Brewing—a company proving that NA beer doesn’t have to feel like a compromise. From the evolution of drinking habits to the explosion of the NA category, Tate breaks down how Best Day is creating beers that stand on their own—full flavor, real craft,...
Dave is back for Episode 301 with a conversation that might just change how you think about non-alcoholic beer. This week’s guest is Tate Huffard, founder of Best Day Brewing—a company proving that NA beer doesn’t have to feel like a compromise. From the evolution of drinking habits to the explosion of the NA category, Tate breaks down how Best Day is creating beers that stand on their own—full flavor, real craft,...
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April 27, 2026 • 16 mins
🎉 300 Episodes In
- Dave looks back on six years behind the mic and the evolution of the show
- Early beer memories: Vienna lagers, Samuel Adams Boston Lager, and Dovetail Brewing
- From COVID-era rants to today’s more balanced format
- Listener feedback welcome as the show continues to evolve
- Visit to Hop Butcher for a charity collab event
- Smashburgers from “Biker Dude” supporting Meals on Wheels
- Verd...
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April 21, 2026 • 22 mins
🍺 Episode Overview Episode 299 is a quick solo run with Dave—no guests this week, but plenty of beer news, industry insight, and a deep dive into one of the most interesting trends in craft beer right now: non-alcoholic versions of flagship beers. From brewery closures to new collaborations and a standout NA release from Revolution Brewing, this episode covers the current state of the beer world, plus a few “put it in the cart” r...
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April 12, 2026 • 54 mins
🎙️ Beer In Front Podcast – Episode Show Notes
Barrel-Aged Season… in April?
Spring in Chicago… and somehow we’re talking barrel-aged monsters like it’s late November. This episode dives into a surprise wave of fresh barrel-aged releases from three legendary Chicago breweries, plus a deep, behind-the-scenes conversation with one of the best in the game. Dave sits down with Marty Scott (Barrel Program Manager at Revolution Brewing) f...
Barrel-Aged Season… in April?
Spring in Chicago… and somehow we’re talking barrel-aged monsters like it’s late November. This episode dives into a surprise wave of fresh barrel-aged releases from three legendary Chicago breweries, plus a deep, behind-the-scenes conversation with one of the best in the game. Dave sits down with Marty Scott (Barrel Program Manager at Revolution Brewing) f...
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April 6, 2026 • 18 mins
Week of April 6, 2026 A packed episode this week with a heavy focus on what really matters: the beer in front of you. 🍺 Expect a streamlined format loaded with reviews, plus some news, events, and a few things you might want to… put in the cart. 🍻
What’s On Deck
What’s On Deck
- A stacked lineup of beer reviews featuring:
- Dragon’s Milk (New Holland)
- Midwest Coast Brewing
- New Belgium
- Sound Growler
- Sierra Nevada
- Beer news from around the world
- ...
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March 29, 2026 • 38 mins
🍺 Beer In Front – Episode 296 Guest: Ska Brewing co-founder Dave Thibodeau
🎙️ Episode Summary Dave Zalatoris is joined by craft beer OG Dave Thibodeau of Ska Brewing for a conversation that hits the sweet spot between beer, music, and staying true to your roots. From the early “punk rock” days of microbrewing to today’s ultra-competitive craft landscape, this episode dives into how Ska Brewing has stayed relevant for over 30 years...
🎙️ Episode Summary Dave Zalatoris is joined by craft beer OG Dave Thibodeau of Ska Brewing for a conversation that hits the sweet spot between beer, music, and staying true to your roots. From the early “punk rock” days of microbrewing to today’s ultra-competitive craft landscape, this episode dives into how Ska Brewing has stayed relevant for over 30 years...
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March 23, 2026 • 65 mins
Yeah… we’re talking about malt. This week I’m joined by Ron Silberstein from Admiral Maltings, and if you think malt is just the thing that shows up on an invoice… this one might change your mind. We get into:
🌾 Why malt is the backbone of beer
🍺 Craft malting & California-grown barley
🔥 Floor malting vs the big guys
🍻 Why lagers are having a moment Plus—I crack open Sunglider from Firestone Walker
👉 Bready, biscuity, super cle...
🌾 Why malt is the backbone of beer
🍺 Craft malting & California-grown barley
🔥 Floor malting vs the big guys
🍻 Why lagers are having a moment Plus—I crack open Sunglider from Firestone Walker
👉 Bready, biscuity, super cle...
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March 17, 2026 • 37 mins
🎙️ Beer In Front – Episode 294 Craft Beer Concierge + Chicago Merger News
Dave is back with a packed episode featuring a deep dive into the evolving beer scene, a great conversation with the “Craft Beer Concierge,” and a couple of beers worth putting straight in the cart.
What’s On Tap This Episode
Dave is back with a packed episode featuring a deep dive into the evolving beer scene, a great conversation with the “Craft Beer Concierge,” and a couple of beers worth putting straight in the cart.
What’s On Tap This Episode
- A major Chicago beer merger that could reshape the local scene
- A conversation with Allo Gilinsky, aka the Craft Beer Concierge
- Beer re...
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March 3, 2026 • 25 mins
🍺 New Episode – Beer in Front 🎙️ Quick solo show this week (yes, I sound a little congested 😅), but we’ve got a LOT to cover. 🚨 Chicagoland Closures We’re up to six brewery closures in two months.
It’s a tough stretch for Illinois craft beer. If you’ve got a favorite spot — now’s the time to support them.
🌎 Beer News
It’s a tough stretch for Illinois craft beer. If you’ve got a favorite spot — now’s the time to support them.
🌎 Beer News
- BrewDog sold to Tilray for $40M (once valued near $2B 😳)
- Pickle beer collab: Grillo’s x PBR
- Firestone Walker d...
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February 24, 2026 • 38 mins
🍺 Guest Interview: Jerry Siote – Lone Tree Brewing Company
This week, Dave heads back to Colorado to talk with Lone Tree Brewing Company’s Jerry Siote. Founded: 2011
Locations: Lone Tree & Parker, Colorado
Recently Won: Gold Medal – Colorado Brewers Cup (Mexican Lager) 🔥 Highlights from the Conversation
This week, Dave heads back to Colorado to talk with Lone Tree Brewing Company’s Jerry Siote. Founded: 2011
Locations: Lone Tree & Parker, Colorado
Recently Won: Gold Medal – Colorado Brewers Cup (Mexican Lager) 🔥 Highlights from the Conversation
- Lone Tree’s journey from aviation & finance to brewing
- Celebrating 15 years and brewing their 3,000th batch
- Why their Mexi...
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February 16, 2026 • 48 mins
This week we’re doing something a little different… but don’t worry, there’s still beer involved. 🎙 Guest: Morgan Smith – CEO of Kalm With Kava. Dave sits down with Morgan Smith from Kalm With Kava to talk about kava — the traditional South Pacific root drink known for its calming, social effects. Kava doesn’t give you a “buzz” like alcohol or THC. Instead, it delivers a mellow, relaxed feeling that helps take the edge off without...
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February 9, 2026 • 36 mins
Sometimes the beer in front of you really is the best one yet—and this week’s episode proves it. Dave heads back to Colorado to catch up with Justin Grant, co-owner of Goat Patch Brewing Company in Colorado Springs. Since opening in 2017, Goat Patch has built a reputation for balance: balanced beers, balanced business decisions, and deep roots in the community. From award-winning Scottish ales to hazy IPAs, lagers, and Italian pils...
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February 2, 2026 • 21 mins
🍺 Beer In Front — Episode 289 Wet February Begins, Brewery Closures, Zima Dreams & Barrel-Aged Beers Episode 289 kicks off with Dry January officially in the rearview mirror and Wet February underway. Host Dave Zalatoris reflects on dropping 10 pounds during January, the success of his non-drinking month, and a massive surge in YouTube growth—even without beer-heavy content. But it’s not all good news. Dave talks about troubli...
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January 27, 2026 • 38 mins
🍻 Beer In Front – Episode 288 Guest: Kevin Waltermire, Co-Founder of Comma
Thanks to a listener assist, Episode 288 is stacked—from THC-infused non-alcoholic beer to industry news, Dry January reflections, and a pair of solid beer reviews to close things out. 🍺 🎙️ This Week’s Interview Dave is joined by Kevin Waltermire, co-founder of Comma, a THC-infused non-alcoholic beer brand built for people who love beer culture but want a ...
Thanks to a listener assist, Episode 288 is stacked—from THC-infused non-alcoholic beer to industry news, Dry January reflections, and a pair of solid beer reviews to close things out. 🍺 🎙️ This Week’s Interview Dave is joined by Kevin Waltermire, co-founder of Comma, a THC-infused non-alcoholic beer brand built for people who love beer culture but want a ...
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January 19, 2026 • 43 mins
Data, Dollars, and the Business of Beer (feat. Matt Gacioch, Brewers Association)
Host: Dave Zalatoris
Network: Beer Media Group
Craft beer isn’t just passion projects and taproom vibes — it’s big business. On Episode 287 of Beer In Front, Dave digs into the numbers, trends, and realities shaping today’s beer industry with Matt Gacioch, staff economist at the Brewers Association. From rising costs and tighter margins to non-alcoholic...
Host: Dave Zalatoris
Network: Beer Media Group
Craft beer isn’t just passion projects and taproom vibes — it’s big business. On Episode 287 of Beer In Front, Dave digs into the numbers, trends, and realities shaping today’s beer industry with Matt Gacioch, staff economist at the Brewers Association. From rising costs and tighter margins to non-alcoholic...
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January 13, 2026 • 19 mins
Episode 286 of Beer In Front covers a lot of ground, blending beer news, personal updates, product reviews, and a deeper look at the non-alcoholic beer category. Dave Zalatoris opens the show with a Dry January check-in, sharing progress so far—down 4.4 pounds thanks to more water, NA beers, and watching calories. While the scale is moving in the right direction, better sleep hasn’t followed yet, proving Dry January isn’t a cure-al...
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