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The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 70 - Head Brewer, Brian Martin of Tradition Brewing - Special Beer Release - 7/29/21Brian Martin, Head Brewer of Tradition Brewing in Newport News, VA joins us this week to discuss a very special local craft beer release that supports a cause very near to his heart. ‘Beer With a Vision’ is a Hazy IPA brewed with Citra and Eldorado Hops and is releasing on 7/30/21. With the purchase of this beer, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Massachusetts Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Brian has experienced impaired vision of his own when suffering two different retina detachments, one in each eye. Though he was able to recover from...2021-07-2947 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 69 - We Couldn't Resist - 7/7/21What a milestone we have reached - it’s episode 69! We did our best to keep a straight face, unsuccessfully, while talking about the latest tech UFC and video game news, including Reese’s new Samsung Galaxy Note 20, the controversial decision to promote a UFC Heavyweight interim title, and more! Come hang out with us for this monumental episode, and don’t worry, no one will judge you for laughing at inappropriate jokes.
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:39 Talkin’ Tech
30:34 UFC Shenanigans
54:02 Gaming Grind
1:05:20 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
Reese got a new phone - Sams...2021-07-071h 06The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 68 - We're NOT Excited for Windows 11 + Head Tattoos & VR Mini Golf - 6/29/21Windows 11 has been officially announced by Microsoft, giving us a look at additional details of the software, and we both have some serious reactions to decisions that were made. Windows is departing from some of its defining characteristics - hear our thoughts on it. Beyond Windows 11, we talk about the Pentagon’s UFO/UAP report, the return of Fedor to MMA, a new VR mini golf game and more!
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:30 Talkin’ Tech
39:19 UFC Shenanigans
55:33 Gaming Grind
01:13:36 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
The Official Announcement & Details of Windows 11
Reacti...2021-06-291h 14The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 67 - Windows Becoming macOS? Halo Infinite Details & Old Dudes Punching Each Other - 6/22/2021Are we on a path to all software becoming one? Windows 11 has leaked and there are a lot of features that are very reminiscent of macOS, and The Beard is rallying an uprising. We talk about what’s new, plus more details around Halo Infinite’s multiplayer mode, the news of Max Holloway’s injury, and a just-announced boxing matchup between Oscar De La Hoya and Vitor Belfort (wut?).
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:31 Talkin’ Tech
28:53 UFC Shenanigans
44:51 Gaming Grind
01:01:17 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
The Windows 11 Leak
Google Chat...2021-06-221h 04The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 66 - Google Did It! Android 12 and iOS 15 + Overwatch Crossplay - 6/15/2021This week is all about smartphone and ecosystem software updates as the Android 12 beta is out now, and iOS 15 was revealed during Apple’s WWDC event. We’re talking about the most impressive new features, thoughts on Apple being late to the party with many of their new iPhone features, and how the two softwares are inching closer together. Plus, we discuss the news of Overwatch crossplay functionality, and a petition to save the Nuclear Winter Battle Royale game mode in Fallout 76.
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:37 Talkin’ Tech
23:28 UFC Shenanigans
42:40 Gaming Grind2021-06-1558 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 65 - The Perfect Man Cave + What’s New in Android 12 - 5/24/21We’re back with a regular episode of the show, talking about what’s new in Android 12, upcoming advancements in VR, and what would make the perfect man cave! Once you listen to the episode, be sure to let us know what would make the perfect man cave for you, by dropping us a line in the comments below, or hitting us up on Instagram or Twitter!
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:30 Talkin’ Tech
26:54 UFC Shenanigans
43:01 Perfect Man Cave
54:20 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
What’s New in Android...2021-05-241h 08The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 64 - Why Malt Matters w/ Jeff Bloem of Murphy & Rude Malting - 5/13/20Jeff Bloem is the Founder of, and Maltster at Murphy & Rude Malting in Charlottesville, VA. We had the pleasure of sitting down with him, plus Bonnie from Wheatland Spring Farm + Brewery, to talk about why malt matters in craft beer. Not only in the sense of the flavor and character it creates in your beer, but also the impact using local malts has on the local economy and supply chain.
Jeff is an incredibly smart guy who transitioned away from a successful career in Corporate Development, using his knowledge of supply chain management to identify a huge...2021-05-151h 16The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 63 - Special Guest Al The Brewer, Favorite Styles and Hard-to-Find Beers - 5/4/2021This week we were joined by Allan Heida, aka Al The Brewer to talk about all things craft beer, and to learn more about his podcast, I Know Nothing About Beer. We discussed our favorite styles of craft beer, the rise and fall of IPAs, some of the harder to find craft beers, trading beer, and much more!
In addition to his podcast, Allan also documents his experiences as a stay-at-home dad with his Instagram page, Dad Domesticus, where he creates funny songs and more.
Check out Allan’s endeavors below!
The “I Know...2021-05-041h 12The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 62 - What is Yeast? w/ Jasper & Ben from Jasper Yeast - 4/28/20As much as you may know about craft beer, how much do you actually know about the primary ingredients that make it up? And specifically, how much do you know about arguably the single most important ingredient - yeast?
Jasper and Ben from Jasper Yeast in Dulles, VA joined us to answer the question “What is yeast?” - enhancing our understanding of how this complex organism (not a bacteria, as we learned) operates, reproduces and changes over time. They also talked to us about how it’s possible to take a snapshot of a particular strain of yeast t...2021-04-281h 12The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 61 - New Apple Hardware, End of Gas-Powered Cars, Triller Fight Club - 4/20/21Apple’s “Spring loaded” media event is happening today, where they are expected to announce new iMacs, new iPads, AirTags and more! We give our thoughts on these apple hardware rumors, plus debate Washington State’s decision to ban gas-powered car production by 2030, and discuss so much more in this episode!
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:30 Talkin’ Tech
26:54 UFC Shenanigans
43:01 Gaming Grind
54:20 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
The end of gas-powered car production is near
Apple’s "Spring loaded" media event expectations/rumors: New iMacs, New iPads, New Air Tags
The shove that...2021-04-2055 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 60 - Monkey Mind Control, Aljamain’s Neck Surgery, and Epic Games Losing Millions - 4/13/2021This episode is full of comedic gold when we theorize how to pronounce macaque, the type of monkey implanted with Elon Musk’s Neuralink, enabling it to play Pong with its mind. Yes, this is a real story. We have a good laugh over this and so much more. Check out the chapters and topics for this week’s episode below!
Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:35 Talkin’ Tech
27:47 UFC Shenanigans
48:16 Gaming Grind
59:03 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
Elon Musk’s Neuralink Monkey, Pager the Macaque, playing pong with his mind
Biden administratio...2021-04-131h 00The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 59 - Kevin McElroy, Founder & Head Brewer of Random Row Brewing - 3/26/21Kevin McElroy turned a new-found passion for homebrewing into a successful business venture when he opened Random Row Brewing in September of 2016. Since opening, Random Row has focused on brewing high-quality craft beer that makes a positive impact on the local community of Charlottesville, Virginia, winning numerous awards along the way.
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Kevin to talk about how he made the decision to open his own brewery, where he finds the inspiration behind a few of his beers, how he learned how to brew, what it’s like to be a pa...2021-03-261h 10The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 58 - Apple’s Russian App Situation, UFC 260, and Mechanical Laptop Keyboards - 3/23/21The Russian government has their way with tech companies, and Apple hasn’t fully escaped that reality. There have been some interesting announcements recently in regard to Russian iPhone users, and an additional step they will have to take when setting up their new devices. We discuss this plus soooo much more in this latest technology podcast episode!
If you want to see our reviews of Pale Fire Brewing's Loop and Lil' Belgian Tripel and the Smuttlabs Magic Beans Coffee Porter, watch the latest episode of "What'cha Drinkin'?"!
Chapters:
0:00 Welcome...2021-03-2357 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp 57 - You Can Track WHAT in VR? UFC 259 Recap, Roblox Worth Billions - 3/16/21HTC has released new VR tracking capabilities to take immersion to a whole new level, and we’re not sure how to feel about it! Here about this story, plus much more in our latest tech news podcast!
Chapters:
0:00 Welcome
0:30 Talkin' Tech
22:41 UFC Shenanigans
49:09 Gaming Grind
01:02:26 Shoutouts & Sign-Offs
This week’s topics:
- HTC VIVE Facial Tracking and new VIVE Tracker
- ASUG ROG Phone 5 Ultimate - Ridiculous Gaming Phone
- UFC 259 Recap - What’s Next for Amanda Nunes & Stylebender?
- UFC...2021-03-161h 03The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp 56. - St. George Brewing Company's Brewmaster, Andy Rathman - 3/6/21Andy Rathman has been the Brewmaster at The St. George Brewing Company, the second oldest microbrewery in VA, since 1999. In the early days of his brewing career, he held multiple apprenticeships in Germany, traveling from brewery to brewery with his dog and his van, before attending the Master Brewers program at UC Davis and becoming a Master Brewer in England.
In this episode, we chatted with Andy about his extensive pedigree, how he selects the ingredients that are used in his beer, and how he prefers not to deviate from the four main ingredients of hops, malt...2021-03-0954 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 55 - The Dystopian Facebook Future, New Pokémon, and GPU Updates - 2/26/2021We’re back with more craft beer reviews, and news from the UFC, tech, and gaming worlds! See below for the list of topics we covered in this week’s episode, and make sure to check out the time stamps to skip around!
Random Row Brewing Windswell Hazy IPA Craft Beer Review
Founders Big Lucious Raspberry Stout Craft Beer Review
Upcoming UFC Title Fights
Kevin Croom’s overturned victory due to cannabis use
NVIDIA GTX 3060 Resizable BAR Update
Facebook adding voice commands to Occulus, and looking at the possibility of face detection in the upcoming AR glasses
Pokémon Leg...2021-03-021h 17The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 54 - Face Puckers, BlizzCon Announcements, Mars Rover Facts - 2/20/2021We give a couple of face-puckering craft beer reviews before diving into the topics of the week including news about Overwatch 2, Diablo 2: Resurrected, NASA’s Mars Rover landing, and an upcoming mixed reality headset from Lynx. Check out the complete list of topics below and use the timestamps to skip around!
Oozlefinch Party Dinosaur Craft Beer Review
Firestone Walker Brewing Co. Bretta Tangerine Craft Beer Review
Ottman Azatair’s second chance in the UFC
The biggest weight miss in UFC history
Facts about NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover
Details on the Lynx R1 mixed reality headset
Release of Rage 2...2021-02-231h 12The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 53 - Triple IPA & Belgian Quad Review, Thought Detection, Prescription AR - 2/13/21This week, for our craft beer reviews, we enjoyed a Triple IPA and a Belgian Quad. We then discussed some insane new technology announcements that honestly have us a little concerned. Check out the list of topics below and use the time-stamps to jump around to your favorite topics!
Adroit Theory ‘Rise Up’ - Triple IPA Craft Beer Review
Brewery Ommegang ‘Three Philosophers Blueberry Coffee’ Belgian Quad Craft Beer Review
Khamzat Chimaev drops out of fight against Leon Edwards again
Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor trilogy
When will Dana White accept Khabib’s retirement?
UFC 259 preview and title fight disc...2021-02-181h 08The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 52 - Apple VR Leaks, Celebrity Boxing, & Modding Mechanical Keyboards - 2/5/2021The dudes review an Imperial Coffee Stout from Smartmouth Brewing, and a Caramel Porter from Saranac Brewing, then cover a range of topics in tech, MMA and video games! See below for a list of topics, and use the timestamps or chapter markers to skip to your favorite section!
Apple VR Leaks, including dual 8K displays and a $3,000 price tag
Celebrity boxing match between Lamar Odom and Aaron Carter (wut?)
Wrestling match between Ben Askren and Floyd Mayweather
Paige Van Zant’s First Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fight with Britain Hart
Modding Mechanical Keyboards - How and Why
Ac...2021-02-081h 08The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 51 - The End of Dry January, McGregor vs. Poirier, Apple vs. Facebook, Goodby Stadia - 2/1/2021In addition to reviewing the Dogfish Head 120 Min IPA, and the Hardywood Barrel-Aged Raspberry Stout, we covered a TON of interesting UFC news, tech topics, and video game news! Check out the list of topics below, and use the timestamps to skip to your favorite!
UFC 257 Recap - thoughts on Michael Chandler vs. Dan Hooker and Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor
Thoughts and predictions for the Ben Askren vs. Jake Paul boxing match
What’s next for the Koren Zombie (Chan Sung Jung’s) career?
Xiaomi’s innovation in wireless charging - Mi Air Charge - Do we need i...2021-02-031h 15The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 50 - PBR Hard Coffee, UFC 257 Preview, and Xbox Live Pricing Reversal - 1/23/20Another episode in the books! Thanks for tuning in - check out the topics we discussed in this week’s show below:
The guys were joined by their friend, Clifton!
The Ginger reviews a double dry-hopped IPA from The Veil Brewing Company
The Beard reviews a non-alcoholic amber ale from Bravus Brewing Company
Clifton reviews a PBR Hard Coffee
Quick predictions on UFC 257: Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier
Ottman Azaitar’s release from the UFC after sneaking a guest into the W Hotel in Abu Dhabi
The “beef” between Eminem and Dana White
Space X’s first Rideshare r...2021-01-291h 22The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 49 - First UFC Fight of the Year, CES Announcements, Future of EVs - 1/16/2021Thanks for tuning in to another episode. Here are the topics from this week! Find the timestamps below to skip to your favorite topics!
The Ginger Reviews Farmhouse Brewing’s Queen Anne’s Revenge Coconut Milk Stout
The Beard Reviews a non-alcoholic Bravus Brewing Company Oatmeal Stout
We discuss the first UFC event of the year, and the absolute domination of Calvin Kattar by Max Holloway
We ponder on the results of the fights on the UFC 260 card including Alexander Volkanovski vs. Brian Ortega
We weigh-in on Khabib’s potential return from retirement
We discuss a ton of announ...2021-01-191h 14The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 48 - Dry January, UFC Robberies, Apple Car, & Time Capsule Video Games - 1/9/2021Thanks for tuning in to another episode. Here are the topics from this week! Find the timestamps below to skip to your favorite topics!
Where Did Dry January Come From?
What are the Benefits of Dry January?
New Realm Brewing Pastry Porter Horse Review
UFC Donates $1 Million to CTE Imaging Research
First UFC Event of the Year: Max Holloway vs. Calvin Kattar
2020 UFC Robberies: Two Questionable Decisions
Apple in Talks with Hyundai to Produce the Apple Car
The Virtual Return of CES
What Video Game Would You Want to Send to the Future?
Be sure to let...2021-01-131h 06The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp 47. - Going Off the Cuff - 2020 in Review - 1/1/21In this week’s episode we did things a little differently and went completely off the cuff to catch up after a few long and busy holiday weeks. We reminisced on stories of our past, marveled at the fact that we survived childhood, and also spent some time reflecting back on our guest episodes of 2020!
Come hang out with us this week and let us know what you think of this format. Could this be something we do from time to time as we create more content in 2021?
Find us on Youtube:
https://www.yo...2021-01-131h 16The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 46 - Erik Leach of New Realm Brewing / Beer Packaging and Label Design - 12/30/20On this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Erik Leach, an award-winning artist who is the Marketing Brand Manager for New Realm Brewing Company! Erik joined us to talk about some of his recent and favorite label designs for New Realm Brewing, how we got started in the industry, his creative process, and the impact of good packaging when it comes to selling craft beer.
We had a great conversation with Erik from start to finish. Make sure to listen all the way through and then check out Erik’s Instagram page, as well as Ne...2021-01-0359 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 45 - Old World Brewing with Capstan Brewing CompanyAdam and Jonathan Connolly of Capstan Bar Brewing Company join us to talk about their extensive background in beer and brewing, as well as their ridiculously impressive backgrounds outside of brewing! After leaving their careers of environmental science and archaeology behind respectively, Adam and Jonathan entered back into the beer industry in 2018 when they opened their own brewery in Hampton, VA.
In this episode, we discuss what lead them back to brewing, Jonathan’s early experience and influence in brewing, old-world techniques that they are bringing back with a modern touch, the time Jonathan beat Samuel Adams at...2020-12-211h 10The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 44 - UFC Fighter Cuts, Apple Airpods Max, SpaceX Explosion, and Cyberpunk 2077 - 12/11/20Thanks for tuning in to another episode. Here are the topics from this week! Find the timestamps below to skip to your favorite topics!
‘Casting for a Cause Fundraiser - Donate here: https://gf.me/u/zbp4u8
Bhramari “Rhymes with Purple” Berliner Weisse Craft Beer Review
Brothers Craft Brewing “Daylight Cravings” Maple Bacon Stout Craft Beer Review
UFC Roster Cuts
UFC Fighter Health Insurance Debate
Apple AirPods Max Feature Review
SpaceX Starship Prototype Test and Explosion
Google and Red Bull Team Up for AR Experience
Facebook Cuts Cost of Oculus Rif...2020-12-141h 18The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 43 - RTX 3060 Ti Launch Fail, Marijuana Decriminalization, Return of PAX - 12/04/20We’re back after a long holiday break! Catch up with us and hear us talk about the latest in tech, gaming, UFC, and more! Here’s a snapshot of what we talked about in this episode:
Two imperial stout beer reviews (Sticky Buns from Commonwealth Brewing and Biggie S’mores from Three Notch’d Brewing Company)
TJ Dillashaw’s return to UFC & impacts on the bantamweight division
Marijuana decriminalization & impacts on athletic commission regulations
How to buy an RTX 3060 Ti and why buying a GPU is impossible
Razer Tomahawk Preorder launch and being Sold Out2020-12-071h 14The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 42 - Interviewing John Brennan, Owner of MMA Tee Co - 11/24/20In this episode, we were joined by the founder of MMA Tee Company, John Brennan, to talk about how he got started in training in jiu-jitsu, how he came to start an MMA apparel company, how they find regional fighters to sponsor, as well as his take on some of the current happenings in the UFC.
We had a really fun conversation with John, talking a lot about his experience training and fighting in amatuer and pro fights, sharing in our appreciation for the sport, talking about our favorite fights of all time, and much more!
2020-11-261h 03The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp 41 - Oculus Quest 2 Giveaway, Jon Jones is a Heavyweight, and The Last of Us on HBO - 11/20/20This was a really fun episode that includes two craft beer reviews, a discussion of Jon Jones’ move to heavyweight, Zoom’s decision to give away free group calls for Thanksgiving, and JVC’s entrance into the VR space - yes that means they make more than VCRs.
This week, The Ginger reviewed a Tangerine Hibiscus Sour Smoothie Ale from Hi-Wire Brewing, and The Beard reviewed a Double Chocolate Milk Stout from Lancaster Brewing Company.
We then talked about Jon Jones’ move to heavyweight and the photos that have been released with his beefed up physique...2020-11-231h 04The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 40 - Epiphany Craft Malt Interview; Malting & Roasting Techniques - 11/17/20Founder and Director of Malting and Roasting Operations of Epiphany Craft Malt, Sebastian Wolfrum, joined us in this episode to talk about his background in producing malt, the science behind the malting process, and how his company uses various kilning and roasting techniques to create unique flavors enjoyed from some of your favorite local breweries!
Originally from Germany, Sebastian has a wealth of experience not only as a maltster but also as a brewmaster. His passion for creating interesting flavors through malts was very apparent, and we learned so much by talking to him. His company, Epiphany...2020-11-191h 16The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 39 - Smoking Xbox Series X, Lightweight UFC Tournament, and Facebook AI Moderation - 11/13/20Topics this week include craft beer reviews, speculation of a Lightweight UFC tournament to decide a champion, Paul Felder vs. Rafael Dos Anjos, Thiago Santos vs. Aleksandar Rakic, the end of free Google photos, Facebook using AI moderation, Xbox Series X issues, and Elite Dangerous free through Epic Games!
Check out the chapter markers to find your favorite segment!
We had a lot of great topics to cover this week, starting with a review of Farmhouse Brewing’s Rojo - an Acai bowl-inspired sour ale, and Founders Brewing’s KBS Maple Mackinac Fudge stout!
Af...2020-11-161h 09The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 38 - Special Guest Jimmy Loughran, Head Brewer of Smartmouth Brewing Company - 11/11/20On this episode, we were joined by Jimmy Loughran, head brewer of Smartmouth Brewing Company in Norfolk & Virginia Beach, VA. Jimmy talked to us about his experience and background in the brewing industry, how he went from being a casual craft beer drinker to heading up the brewing operations of one of the most popular breweries in the Hampton Roads area.
We covered a range of brewing topics, covering Smartmouth’s philosophy of “flavor over flash,” discussing how Jimmy’s team manages to stay true to that philosophy in a time where many consumers are looking for the most...2020-11-1457 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 37 - Blue Light Health Effects with Bryan Reedy of Gamer Advantage - 11/10/20On this episode, we were joined by Bryan Reedy, the founder of Gamer Advantage, to talk about the blue light health effects from artificial light - most notably on our sleep - and how the blue light glasses offered by Gamer Advantage can help mitigate that effect.
Listen carefully to the episode for an exclusive 20% off coupon that can be applied to a pair of Gamer Advantage blue light glasses of your own!
Given that many of us spend 40 hours/week sitting in front of computer monitors, and then many hours on top of that l...2020-11-1354 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 36 - Sweet Beers, UFC Weed Regulations, Steam Playtest - 11/6/20Is the UFC changing its policy on marijuana? How much storage will the PS5 have? Is there such a thing as beer that is too sweet? Find out all of this and more on this week’s episode of the podcast! Use the timestamps in the description below to skip around!
This week, for our craft beer reviews, The Ginger drinks and reviews a Dirty Bastard Scotch Style Ale from Founders Brewing Company, and The Beard drinks and reviews a Creme Brulee Imperial Milk Stout from Southern Tier Brewing Company. Check out the craft beer reviews to he...2020-11-091h 07The Ginger and The Beard PodcastJon Jones' Justice, Izzy vs. Jan, and Anderson Silva's Retirement - Weigh-Ins 010 - 10/20/20In this week’s “Weigh-Ins” episode, we discuss Anderson Silva’s non-commital retirement statement after his loss to Uriah Hall, and how Dana White feels about the future of Anderson’s career with the UFC.
We also talk about the news of Israel Adesanya vs. Jan Blachowicz being scheduled to fight sometime next year, giving our thoughts on the matchup and discussing why this might be the best strategic matchmaking for UFC at the moment.
We cover the news of Jon Jones defending his home from an attempted robbery by chasing the offender off with a shotgun...2020-11-0545 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp 35. - Politicians in Gaming, Tribute to Anderson Silva, A Lesson on Malts - 10/30/20Join us for our weekly craft beer, UFC, technology, and video game podcast! Find timestamps for your favorite segments below!
This week, we reviewed craft beers from Hi-Wire Brewing and Lancaster Brewing Company and gave a quick lesson on the role that malts play in the beer we drink. From sweetness to alcohol content, malts play a crucial role in the overall flavor building of your favorite beers.
We then discussed a couple of upcoming UFC fights, including Khamzat Chimaev vs. Leon Edwards, before transitioning into a quick tribute to Anderson Silva - looking back...2020-11-021h 06The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 34 - Reviewing Beers with the Hosts of 'Beers and Beards' - 10/27/20We’re joined by David and Gary, hosts of the ‘Beers and Beards Podcast,’ this episode to, well, review beers! The four of us each brought a unique craft beer to review on the show, and while doing so, got know a little more about each other’s primary interests in the worlds of craft beer, bourbon, and more.
With David and Gary both coming from a background in MMA reporting and commentating, we transitioned into that later in the show, discussing the outcomes of UFC 254, who we think is the real GOAT of UFC, and what’s next for...2020-10-291h 27The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp 33 - Creamy Beers, UFC 254 Reactions, and New iPhones - 10/24/20We drink and review a couple of creamy and delicious beers, give our reactions to UFC 254, discuss a new VR headset, as well as new iPhones! Check out the chapter markers or timestamps to skip to your favorite content!
This week, the Ginger drinks and reviews the Shortcake Oat Shake from Newgrass Brewing, and The Beard drinks and reviews the Velvet Merkin Oatmeal Stout from Firestone Walker Brewing Company.
We give a quick recap of the co-main and main event from UFC 254, discussing the outcome of Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje, and Jared Cannonier vs...2020-10-2659 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastUFC 254 Predictions + Recap of Brian Ortega vs. Korean Zombie - Weigh-Ins 009 - 10/20/20In this week’s “Weigh-Ins” episode, we give our predictions for UFC 254 - Khabib vs. Gaethje, and recap some of the biggest fights from this past weekend’s UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi, headlined by Brian Ortega vs. Korean Zombie.
If you want to skip around to find what interests you most, check out the chapter markers below!
The time has finally come to see Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje at UFC 254! In this episode, we give our predictions on the outcome of that fight, as well as the co-main featuring Jared Cannonier vs. Robert W...2020-10-2349 minThe Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 32 - Apple Event Leaks, AR for Dogs, Gamestop Partners with Microsoft - 10/9/20This week we drank and reviewed a brand new IPA from Farmhouse Brewing, and a Pecan Ale from Abita Brewing. We then shared the news of the official UFC bout between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, and talked about the news of Jon Jones admitting to hiding under the octagon to dodge a Nevada State Athletic Commission drug test earlier in his career!
Moving into our “Talkin’ Tech” segment, we covered the Apple Event leaks that have recently come out, with rumors of 4 new iPhones, a smaller HomePod, a magnetic wireless charger, and AirTags. We also talked about...2020-10-111h 10The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 31 - New Google Hardware, HP Reverb G2, Bethesda Acquisition - 10/2/20Craft beer reviews, UFC news, technology, and video games! Check out the chapter time stamps below to skip around to your favorite topics!
This week, we drank and reviewed a hazy coffee IPA from Stone Brewing and Modern Times Beer, as well as an Oktoberfest Lager from Duclaw Brewing company, and we gave a sneak peek of a new IPA that we have exclusive early access to!
We also had a ton of tech to cover, including new hardware announcements from Google - the Pixel 5, Google Nest Audio, and new Google Chromecast with Google TV...2020-10-031h 13The Ginger and The Beard PodcastUFC 253 Recap, Conor McGregor Charity Fight, & What's Next for Jon Jones - Weigh-Ins 008 - 9/29/20Find timestamps below to skip around the episode!
In this week’s “Weigh-Ins” episode, we’re talking about UFC 253 results, a potential charity matchup between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, and what’s next for Jon Jones!
UFC 253 was packed with exciting fights. We discussed our thoughts on the outcomes of those fights and spent extra time talking about Israel Adesanya’s post-fight antics - providing our opinions on how this kind of situation should be handled.
We debate what should be Jon Jones’ next move in terms of which weight class he should focus o...2020-10-011h 04The Ginger and The Beard PodcastWhere's Woodley & UFC 253 Preview - Weigh-Ins 007 - 9/22/20Welcome to another installment of Weigh-Ins, an MMA spinoff series of The Ginger & the Beard Podcast!
This week, we recapped the most recent UFC Fight Night, headlined by Tyron Woodley vs. Colby Covington. There were a ton of great fights on that card, including a comeback KO victory in the Johnny Walker vs. Ryan Spann fight, a 17-second knockout in the Khamzat Chimaev vs. Gerald Meerschaert fight, and a disappointing draw in the Donald Cerrone vs. Niko Price fight.
After we finish breaking down those fights, we take a look at the two headlining events...2020-09-241h 06The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 30 - We're Going on a Quest - 9/18/20Welcome to Episode 30 of The Ginger and The Beard Podcast!
In this week’s show, in addition to drinking and reviewing craft beer, we covered a ton of technology news, with a heavy focus on the latest Apple hardware announcements - Apple Watch Series 6, Apple Watch SE, and the new iPad Air - plus, more details that have finally emerged about the Oculus Quest 2! Plus, we covered a long list of games that will be coming to the Oculus Quest 2.
On top of that, we talked about Conor McGregor’s arrest, a new challenger in the...2020-09-211h 12
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 29 - Craft a Brew Beer Kit Review - 9/15/20If you're interested in brewing your own beer and are curious about what that entails, this is a great episode for you!
In a special mid-week episode, The Ginger and The Beard talk about their experiences brewing their first beer and giving their Craft a Brew beer kit review! We talk about the contents of the box, the process of brewing, and our experiences and learnings along the way!2020-09-161h 01
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 28 - Return of the Cow Box - 9/11/20In this week's episode, we drank delicious craft beers as always, talked about the return of Gateway to the PC market, more leaks on the Oculus Quest 2, the announcement of the Xbox Series S, and a surprise USADA test for Conor McGregor!
We had a great time creating this episode for you all, and we hope you and enjoy enough to share with a friend!2020-09-131h 24
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastUpcoming Events + Nick Diaz's Comeback - Weigh-Ins 006 - 9/08/20We covered a ton of upcoming events in this installment of Weigh-Ins including UFC Fight Night: Michele Waterson vs. Angela Hill, the fight between Tyron Woodley and Colby Covington, and Israel Adesanya vs. Paulo Costa.
We then shared the news of Nick Diaz's return to the octagon in 202. Is his return fake news? Who will he fight if he does come back, and more!2020-09-1151 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 27 - Birthday Surprise & Expert Segues - 9/04/20From birthday surprises and unboxings live on show, to The Ginger laughing himself to tears, this episode was packed with gems that you can't miss out on! We reviewed a couple of craft beers as always, talked about fighters in the UFC who were suspended because of substance abuse, new NVIDIA GPUs, the Witcher 3 coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X and so much more this week.
Let us know what you think about the episode and share with a friend to help us grow the show!2020-09-061h 13
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 26 - Lion Bines Hop Farm & Elon Musk’s Neuralink - 8/28/20This week we welcomed our first guests on the show, Andrew and Victor from Lion Bines Hop Farm! The guys joined us for the Whatcha Drinkin’ segment to school us on hops, talk about the start of their farm, the hop strains they are growing, the process of growing hops, and so much more.
If you’d like to buy wet hops or hop pellets from Lion Bines Hop Farm, you can find them on Instagram (@lionbines_hopfarm) or check out their website at www.lionbineshops.com.2020-08-301h 27
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 25 -VR Sword Fights & Tech Tyrants - 8/20/20On this week's show, in addition to drinking and reviewing craft beer, we talk at length about Facebook's decision to require users of new Oculus devices to sign in with their Facebook accounts to use their VR headsets. We also cover the resurgence of Blackberry, a new VR peripheral which makes sword fighting and fishing feel more realistic, free video games and much more!2020-08-221h 04
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastUFC 252 Recap + Jon Jones Vacates Title - Weigh-Ins 005 - 8/18/20This week, we recap the top three fights of the UFC 252 main card: Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs Junior Dos Santos, Sean O’Malley vs Marlon Vera, and Daniel Cormier vs Stipe Miocic. We talk at length about how those fights played out, and especially regarding the legitimacy of Marlon Vera’s win over Sean O’Malley with the obvious leg/foot injury. We also talk about Jon Jones' decision to vacate the Light Heavyweight title and make a move up to heavyweight!2020-08-201h 01
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 24 - Fortnite Gets the Boot - 8/14/20In this week's episode, we cover tons of news in the worlds of tech, video games, UFC and craft beer! For starters, we drink and review a couple of cold craft beers. We then talk about UFC 252 and other news in UFC. From there we talk about Foxconn's potential move out of China and what the could mean for iPhone prices. Finally, we cover the biggest headline of the week, Fortnite's ban from the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.2020-08-161h 21
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastUFC 252 Preview - Weigh-Ins 004 - 8/11/20It's fight week, folks! In this edition of "Weigh-Ins," we're previewing the upcoming UFC 252: Daniel Cormier v Stipe Miocic. This fight card also includes a matchup between "Suga" Sean O'Malley and Marlon "Chito" Vera. We break down our thoughts on how those fights might play out, and we cover a bunch of news around the MMA world, including fight announcements and much more!2020-08-1352 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 23 - First Ever Recorded Alien Fart - 7/31/20In this week's show, we drink a couple of delicious craft beers - this week from New Realm Brewing and Wicked Weed Brewing. We then cover a few stories in the word of UFC, including Khabib's potential last two fights, and Paige Van Zant's possible move to Bare Knuckle FC. We then discuss the happenings in tech, including NASA's launch of the Perseverance Mars Rover which may one day record the first alien fart, an update on Elon Musk's Nueralink, and more!
We round out the show video game news and more!2020-08-011h 24
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastDan Hardy Was Out of Line - Weigh-Ins 003 - 7/28/20This week we had so much to cover, including a recap of the last Fight Night on Fight Island, headlined by Darren Till and Robert Whittaker, and a preview of the upcoming Fight Night - Derek Brunson v. Edmen Shahbazyan. But, on top of that, we covered the supposed late stoppage by Herb Dean, and the wild reaction of Dan Hardy, and gave our take on how that all went down.
We also talked about the announcement of Khabib v. Gaethje and what could potentially be Khabib's last two fights!2020-07-3058 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 22 - If Found, Return to NASA - 7/24/20This episode is not one to miss! As always, we tasted a couple of delicious craft beers voted on by our Instagram audience before diving into some news in the worlds of UFC, technology, and video games! Topics in those segments this week included Henry Cejudo's bid to return from retirement, EPIC Games' massive investment in VR, and a litany of technology news.
The OnePlus Nord has been officially released, Jibo is making a comeback, and NASA is launching a giant telescope balloon!2020-07-271h 09
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastUFC Fight Night 173 Recap & 174 Preview - Weigh-Ins 002 - 7/21/20We’re back again with the second installment of “Weigh-Ins” - our new spinoff series in which we spend 100% of our time talking about UFC!
On this week’s show, we recapped last week’s Fight Night - Dieveson Figueiredo v Joseph Benavidez, previewed the Fight Night coming up this weekend, which is going to be headlined by Daren Till and Robert Whitaker, and covered a lot of the news and headlines from the sport that have us interested in what potential matchups may be coming up soon!2020-07-2355 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 21 - Virtual Cheers Via Starlink - 7/17/20On this week’s episode, our conversations reached the far expanses of the universe as we covered everything from Henry Cejudo’s talk of coming out of retirement to leaks of a soon-to-come BETA phase of SpaceX StarLink. In between all of that, we covered a social application for VR, free video games, and so much more! To kick off this week’s show, we gave the voters what they wanted and drank the craft beers that were most popular from this week’s Instagram polls!2020-07-211h 10
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastUFC 251 Recap - Weigh-Ins 001 - 7/14/20Welcome to the very first installment of The Ginger and The Beard Weigh-Ins. In this spinoff series, we focus 100% of our conversations on UFC Shenanigans so that we can really dive into the news from the sport and can take all the time we need to recap the biggest events.
This week, we recapped the outcomes of UFC 251, providing our thoughts on the decisions of the judges, plus exploring what could be next for Jorge Masvidal, Kamaru Usman, Petr Yan, and many of the other fighters on the UFC 251 card.2020-07-1559 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 20 - Save the Bees, Drink More Beer - 7/10/20On this week’s show, our conversations went in all kinds of directions ranging from the National Honey Board to using Tiger King as a landmark in time. But, in between all of that, we covered a lot of exciting, surprising, and in some cases, unsettling news in the worlds of tech, video games, and, of course, UFC!
Check out this episode to hear our thoughts on UFC 251, the craft beers we drank, and the news of the week. If you like this episode, let us know and share it with a friend!2020-07-111h 10
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 19 - Jarvis, Activate Robot Fabric - 7/3/20On this week's episode, prepare yourself for a flurry of news from the worlds of craft beer, UFC, technology, and video games! We started off by tasting and reviewing the beers that our Instagram audience voted for. We then talked about the latest UFC Fight Night, robotic fabric, the launch of Iron Man VR, and much, much more. If you like the show, please drop us a subscribe, and a five-star review!2020-07-051h 09
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 18 - Ducky Goes Clack - 6/26/20This week’s show was a whirlwind of news and heated discussions spawning from topics in the tech, video game, and UFC worlds! We covered a preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night, Apple's WWDC announcements, a new palm-sized computer, Twitch banning Dr. Disrespect, and so much more!
If you like the show, please subscribe and leave us a review to help us grow!2020-06-271h 18
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 17 - Underwater Robot Dogs - 6/19/20On this week’s show, we covered a few topics in detail from the worlds of UFC, tech, and video games! But, as we always do, we cracked open a couple of cold craft beers to enjoy while recording.
The guys talked about the next UFC Fight Night - Curtis Blaydes v. Alexander Volkov, Apple's upcoming WWDC event, Tesla solar panels, robots for sale from Boston Dynamics, the upcoming Star Wars: Squadrons video game and more!
Like the show? Please subscribe and leave a review to help us grow!2020-06-221h 14
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 16 - UFC 250 & 251 + Pooping Yeast - 6/12/20This week, we had a lot of news to unpack in the UFC world, including a recap of UFC 250 and our initial thoughts on the bouts that will headline UFC 251. We also covered some VR hardware news, plus discussed the launch of the PS5 and pondered what it would take for us to come back to console gaming.
Make sure to check us out on YouTube, Instagram and Twitter. Don't forget to tune in live on Twitch every Friday @ 9PM EST, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts to help us grow!2020-06-141h 09
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 15 - UFC 250 Preview and Virtual Surgeries - 6/5/20Welcome to episode 15 of The Ginger and The Beard Podcast!
On this week's episode, we gave our predictions and thoughts on how UFC 250 would unfold. Of course, now we know how that all turned out - but listen now to see how close our predictions were! We also talked about the drama that is coursing through the UFC with fighters wanting to exit their contracts and even vacate their titles.
Of course, we had a couple of beers, a few laughs and an all-around great time. Check it out!2020-06-081h 03
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 14 - UFC Vaporware - 5/29/20On this week's episode, we gave our thoughts on what Tyron Woodley's return to the octagon might look like after one year (of course, we now know how that turned out). We also spent a lot of time talking about the hype surrounding a bunch of superfights in the UFC that will likely never happen - which, we deem UFC vaporware.
Beyond that we talked about the Space X launch, the May 2020 Windows 10 update, free video games, and more!2020-06-021h 05
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 13 - All Things Considered - 5/22/20This week, all things considered, the guys managed to produce another episode of the podcast even with the Ginger being away from his typical workstation!
The guys talked tech rumors, including Apple Glass, as well as tech releases in the VR space, upcoming UFC events, including the May 30th event – Tyron Woodley v. Gilbert Burns, free video games from Epic Games and more!
Please follow and leave a rating to help us grow the show!2020-05-2458 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 12 - Beer Infused Keyboard + UFC 249 Recap - 5/15/20This week, disaster struck when The Ginger accidentally poured a delicious Apricot Tripel on his brand new mechanical keyboard! In addition to that, the guys spent a lot of time reviewing the UFC 249 event, discussing new Dell XPS computers, x-ray cameras, as well as exciting video game news, including a free download of GTA V from Epic Games, and the announcement of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2!
Subscribe for more episodes and check out our new website - www.thegingerandthebeard.com!2020-05-2158 min
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 11 - Facebook Goes Dark - 5/8/20Welcome to Episode 11 of The Ginger and The Beard Podcast!
This week, we had a lot of news to cover in the tech world, including Facebook’s desktop site redesign, Apple’s new 13” Macbook Pro, and a mini-review of the Keychron K4 mechanical keyboard.
We also talked extensively about the first major UFC event since the COVID-19 outbreak, UFC 249, and we spent some time talking about video game news - including how Cyberpunk 2077 plans to be very inclusive of its players.2020-05-131h 02
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 10 - Luke Rockhold Kicks a Zombie - 5/1/20After streaming For the King live for about an hour (find that video on YouTube), we kicked off our regular podcast and talked about news in the tech, video games, and MMA world, including a story in which former UFC champ, Luke Rockhold front kicked a zombie in the streets of Santa Monica. It’s almost too good to be true! We hope you enjoy this new format! Let us know what you think in the comments below, and share with your friends to help us grow the show!2020-05-041h 00
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 09 - Hordes of News... and Zombies! - 4/17/20Welcome to Episode 9 of The Ginger and The Beard Podcast! We switched up the format a little bit this week. At the end of the video episode, we played through an episode of zombie-slaying action in Epic Games’ World War Z while giving our thoughts and impressions on the game. Check out this episode on YouTube or Twitch to see how we did!
But, before we dove into that, there was a lot to cover in the world of tech, video games, and UFC!2020-04-221h 37
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 08 - How to Start a Podcast - 4/10/20Interested in starting your own? We walk through how to start a podcast, including picking a genre, choosing a hosting platform, how to distribute, and more!
Plus, we talk about UFC 249 being canceled, technology news, and spend some time talking about video games!
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The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 07 - Is There a Perfect Game? - 4/03/20Welcome to The Ginger and The Beard Episode 7! This week we’re talking about the perfect game - does one already exist, and what would we want to see in a game for us to consider it so? We also spend some time talking about the latest UFC news surrounding UFC 249, how you can get free games for your PC, and more!
What game would you consider to be perfect or almost so? Let us know on YouTube, Instagram, or Twitter, and give us a follow to be notified when new episodes and clips release!2020-04-061h 15
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 06 - It's Our Future Tech and We Want it Now! - 3/27/20Welcome to The Ginger and The Beard Podcast Episode 6! This week, we talked about the technology that we’d like to see in the future - from smart mirrors and robotic eyeballs to truly autonomous vehicles and reliable wifi!
We then talked about the announcement of the 2020 Apple iPad Pro and it's $300 keyboard case, Vulkan support in OBS Streamlabs, and new video games.
Moving into UFC, we discussed Jon Jones's arrest, and what could be happening with UFC 249.2020-03-311h 40
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 05 - We're Living in the Future - 3/20/20Welcome to The Ginger and The Beard Podcast, Episode 5! This week, we talked about how, even if you don’t realize it, we are living in the future! We reflect on the technology that we take for granted every day, how Coronavirus is impacting us personally, and how some companies are responding, a little bit of tech and video game news, and our thoughts on Dana White's quest to find a new location for UFC 249.
If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a review! :)2020-03-211h 43
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastEp. 04 - The Greatest Fight of All Time? - 3/13/20Welcome to The Ginger & The Beard Podcast, Episode 004! This week, we spent a ton of time discussing our thoughts on the outcome of UFC 248 - what could be considered the best women’s title fight of all time! We also talked about the widespread impact of COVID-19, how this outbreak has impacted the stock market, and how some companies are responding.
We want to hear your thoughts! How are you surviving the Coronavirus, and what did you think of UFC 248?2020-03-151h 34
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastYou Know What I've Been Drinkin'? - The Ginger and The Beard Podcast 003 - 2/28/20Welcome to The Ginger & The Beard Podcast, episode 003!
This week, we talk about our top 5 favorite beers (at least for now,) we discuss the results of UFC Fight Night 168, a handful of tech news, and talk about the games we’ve been playing!
We want to know what you think about the beers we discuss! Let us know if you’ve had any of them and what your thoughts are. Also, be sure to check out last week’s episode, like, subscribe and share to help us grow this channel!2020-02-291h 50
The Ginger and The Beard PodcastThe Tech We Love - The Ginger and The Beard Podcast 002 - 2/15/20This week, in the spirit of Valentine's Day, we're talking about the tech we love, as well as the outcome of UFC 247, the news of Mobile Word Congress being canceled, and some tips on becoming a leader in life.2020-02-161h 38