Episode 351 - Trevor Rose-Hamblin & Matthew Moldenhauer, Old Irving Brewing

Episode 351 - Trevor Rose-Hamblin & Matthew Moldenhauer, Old Irving Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re switching things up this week, flipping the show on its head in some ways. After nearly seven years of prohibiting brewers from bringing their own beers on the show, we decided to go for it and taste some new-to-us beers that a brewery shipped us a few weeks ago while having said brewer as our guest. We didn’t plan for it to turn into this—a show where we taste and discuss the beers live with the brewer—but that’s where we landed. We wanted to freshen things up and create a new spin, and we’re really happy with how it turned out.

For our first foray into this non-blind, taste-in-front-of-the-brewer conceit, we welcome Trevor Rose-Hamblin of Chicago’s Old Irving Brewing. Trevor’s sale guy, Matthew Moldenhauer, reached out and sent the beers to us right before the holidays, so all four of us are in on the action. We taste and discuss the beers one by one and give our honest feedback while hearing from the brewery why he made the beers and what ingredients and thoughts went into them. We also had our Patreon supporters as part of our “live” audience (though they were mostly on mute). All in all, it was a great time and something we’ll probably do again this year.

Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 350 - Holiday Tradition with Joel Shelton

Episode 350 - Holiday Tradition with Joel Shelton

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re keeping it short and sweet today because we’re all technically off the clock, enjoying the last gasps of 2021. We’re yet again closing out the year with our good friend Joel Shelton who’s helped it usher out each of the past four seasons. Joel’s back today and we have some fun in the black glass (one good fun, one bad fun). Tune in and let us know what you think. AND HAVE A GREAT NEW YEAR’S!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 349 - Todd DiMatteo, Good Word Brewing

Episode 349 - Todd DiMatteo, Good Word Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re calling down south this week with Todd DiMatteo of Georgia’s Good Word Brewing. We’ve been hearing great things about this brewery for a while and wanted to check in and see what the deal is. Turns out there’s a whole lot to love and an interesting story behind it to boot. Todd talks about how he got started as a homebrewer and how the transition from home to pro was a little shaky at first. We also have fun in the black glass with a pair of classics. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 348 - Mike Beebe, Untied Brewing

Episode 348 - Mike Beebe, Untied Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! Our friend Mike Beebe of NJ’s very own Untied Brewing joins us this week to catalogue his journey across America that eventually landed him in the Garden State. Mike’s been a workaday brewer at places in California, Alaska, and Colorado, and he’s now back east at Untied. We chat about working at breweries big and small and fall in love with at least one beer in the black glass. Good show, tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 347 - Em Sauter, Pints & Panels, is back for the Holidays

Episode 347 - Em Sauter, Pints & Panels, is back for the Holidays

Happy Monday, Thieves! As we head towards the end of the year we're keeping some traditions alive. Em Sauter of Pints and Panels is back with us, this time calling in from her cartooning headquarters in Connecticut. From discussing her upcoming book and the work it takes to illustrate historical beer details, to commissions of favorite bars and breweries, we go deep on scotch ales, a lager that tastes like paste, and potpourri childhood trauma. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 346 - Ron Extract, Garden Path Fermentation

Episode 346 - Ron Extract, Garden Path Fermentation

Happy Monday, Thieves! We're welcoming Ron Extract of Washington State's Garden Path Fermentation this week. Ron and his partner Amber Watts make beautiful beers, ciders, and meads with a real sense of place in the Skagit Valley of Washington, sourcing nearly 100% of ingredients from the region. We talk about native yeasts, mead production, and making cider with the amazing apples of the Skagit Valley. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 345 - Eric Larkin, Cohesion Brewing Company

Episode 345 - Eric Larkin, Cohesion Brewing Company

Happy Monday, Thieves! After two weeks of birthday celebrations, we're back to our regularly scheduled programming this week with Eric Larkin of Denver's brand spanking new Cohesion Brewing. Eric is a veteran of both the East Coast and Colorado beer scenes, and has worked at some of our favorite breweries (Allagash and Odd 13 to name just two). At Cohesion, he's doing something a little different, specializing exclusively on Czech-style lagers of all varieties. He walks us through how he transitioned from brewing hazies to focusing on Tmavés and Černés. The first black glass discussion devolves into Holl defending McSorley's while the second beer knocks or collective socks off. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 344 - Birthday Celebration Part 2

Episode 344 - Birthday Celebration Part 2

Happy Monday, Thieves! The rolling party that is Augie Carton's birthday continues this week as we pick up exactly where we left off. Evan Watson kicks off this round asking about rauchbier, a topic we truly love. Then we read a letter, discuss malt, previous shows, and get a masterclass in Meatloaf.

Next week we're back to the usual format and internet recording, but hope you enjoyed this audio romp as much we as did. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 343 - Birthday Celebrations with Evan Watson & Hillary Barile (Part 1)

Episode 343 - Birthday Celebrations with Evan Watson, Plan Bee (Part 1)

Happy Monday, Thieves! When the man has a birthday, we get together and celebrate. Last week we had some fun at Carton Brewing as Augie celebrated himself. A party is always better with friends so we're joined by Evan Watson of Plan Bee Farm Brewery and Hillary Barile of Rabbit Hill Farms. The trio talk about Planning Jersey, a collaboration beer, and then we go down the weeds of ping pong conversation as pints are poured. We had so much fun, in fact, that this is only part one. We'll have the rest of the conversation next week, but for now settle in and enjoy this lively, sprawling conversation.

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 342 - The Gang Catches Up

Episode 342 - The Gang Catches Up

Happy Monday, Thieves! A low-key week on the show as it's just Augie, John, and Casse shooting the breeze for a bit and reading letters. Kennedy checks in from a kid's birthday party. No black glass this week as we open beers from our cellars and fridges, but we'll be back at it next week with a guest and the usual fun. Tune in and get at us!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 341 - Catching Up with Anne Becerra and Treadwell Park

Episode 341 - Catching Up with Anne Becerra and Treadwell Park

Happy Monday, Thieves! We're not quite there, but as the world opens up we've been pining for a properly poured draft beer, the sound of conversation around us, the wafting aromas of buttered popcorn.

So, we've invited Anne Becerra onto the show. You'll remember that she practically runs Treadwell Park, our old recording stomping grounds. She's always been excellent for insight on beer and breweries, but also the service side of things. As a combination of COVID-19, bad customers, and the economy have danced a rough tango over the hospitality industry. Anne has seen it all and has thoughts on the current state of things and an appeal for kindness.

She's not drinking out of the black glasses, but Augie and John had a good go with things as Justin again picked some gems from the world's most wonderful bodega.

Listen in, support your local businesses and tip well.

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 340 - Bob Sylvester, Saint Somewhere Brewing

Episode 340 - Bob Sylvester, Saint Somewhere Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in the Zoom studios this week with our pal Bob Sylvester of Saint Somewhere Brewing. Bob was/is a legend in the Florida (and beyond) beer scene and was one of the first dedicated saison producers in the USA. He recently retired and moved to the foothills of North Carolina but is still somewhat active in the beer community (as we discuss in the first part of the show). For the second part, Augie prods him to get more than a little of the curmudgeonly flavor Bob is known for. It’s a fun, lively discussion that goes a little long (we could’ve kept going but had to split for our second show). We hope you tune in and enjoy!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 339 - Jeff Alworth is back with a revised Beer Bible

Episode 339 - Jeff Alworth is back with a revised Beer Bible

Happy Monday, Thieves! This week's show feels like the Before Times in the very best of ways. We gathered at Carton Brewing on a recent weekend to welcome Jeff Alworth back to Steal This Beer. The Portland, Oregon, resident was on the east coast supporting the 2nd Edition of his best-selling The Beer Bible, and in addition to talking about writing, we go deep into "romantic facts" that surround brewing, lagers and cask ale, and the general merriment that comes with getting together at the pub for proper pints. As a bonus, the black glasses were pulled from the Casse cellar and our pal went deep with some thoughtful selections. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 338 - John Harris, Ecliptic Brewing

Episode 338 - John Harris, Ecliptic Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 337 - James Queally, author and reporter, is back

Episode 337 - James Queally, author and reporter, is back

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re talking to our friend James Queally, an investigative reporter for the LA Times and the author of the upcoming mystery novel, All These Ashes. If his name sounds familiar, that’s because he’s been on the show before. In fact, he was our last in-person recording back in the before times when we hung out and recorded in-person at Treadwell Park. In the interim 18 months, James has written a new book and he joins us to about that and what else he’s been up do while quarantining in LA. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 336 - Chad Henderson, NoDa Brewing (CBC 2021)

Episode 336 - Chad Henderson, NoDa Brewing (CBC 2021)

Happy Monday, Thieves! Over glasses of Slow Pour Pils, and mugs of Helles, Augie found a new kindred spirit. Chad Henderson of NoDa Brewing in Charlotte, NC joins the show live from Bierstadt Lagerhaus in Denver. It's our second show of the day and the place is jumping with brewers from around the country but from our table on the mainstage, it's all intimate as Henderson, the head brewer and co-owner opens up about awards, hopping, and the creative process and has Mr. Carton swooning, plotting collaborations, and generally excited to be talking about proper brewing. Holl is there drinking rauchbier and we even get a drop in from Casse. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 335 - Tyson Arp, Nebraska Brewing Co. (CBC 2021)

Episode 335 - Tyson Arp, Nebraska Brewing Co. (CBC 2021)

Happy Monday, Thieves! We hit the road for some lager and wound up at just the right place. Last week the Craft Brewers Conference was held in Denver so Augie, John, and Casse wound up going west and made Bierstadt their first stop. Tyson Arp, the long-time head brewer of Nebraska Brewing Co. was also in town and joined them for beers (we forego the black glass since there was Rauchbier on tap) and talk about longevity, customers, barrels, and process. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 334 - Dave Brodrick, Blind Tiger Ale House

Episode 334 - Dave Brodrick, Blind Tiger Ale House

Happy Labor Day Monday, Thieves! Today we’re checking in with out friend Dave Brodrick from NYC’s Blind Tiger Ale House. Dave is still in exile in Vermont and the talk largely centers on his life up there, growing grapes for wine and not leaving his property for extended periods of time. We also talk about the evolution of the Tiger as it relates to America’s craft beer scene and what it means to be a truly great neighborhood bar above all else. Dave foregoes the blind glasses so we do that part towards the end. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 333 - Ben Neidhardt, OEC Brewing

Episode 333 - Ben Neidhardt, OEC Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re talking to Ben Neidhardt of Connecticut’s OEC Brewing today. Several of Ben’s beers have landed in the black glasses over the years, and they’re almost always well received, so we were excited to talk to Ben about his brewing processes and philosophy. We also discuss OEC’s link to B. United (Ben’s father’s beer importing company) and how that business spawned the creativity behind OEC. For the black glasses, we explore a seasonal favorite and an absolute classic. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.

Episode 332 - Kat Michaud & Kyle Acenowr, Nod Hill Brewery

Episode 332 - Kat Michaud & Kyle Acenowr, Nod Hill Brewery

Happy Monday, Thieves! After recently having their beer on the show and really enjoying it, we asked the brewers of Nod Hill in Ridgefield, CT to join us, drink blind, and talk about how to make a proper patersbier. Kat Michaud & Kyle Acenowr did not disappoint.

Augie was running late so Holl took the reins and immediately dove into a conversation on lagers and rauchbier. From how the pandemic has shaped the business, to Kyle's brewing career, to the summer Kat spent working at a biodynamic winery, we get into it all and wind up having some fun with the black glass. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.