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Rethinking God with Tacos PODCASTStephen Roach / The Breath & The ClayIn this engaging conversation, Jason and Stephen Roach explore the intersection of art, faith, and creativity. They discuss the importance of embracing failure, the value of dreaming, and the generational impact of their work.Stephen shares his journey as an artist and instigator, emphasizing the need for honest reflection and the role of community in understanding God. The dialogue highlights the shift in their perspectives on spirituality and the significance of legacy in their creative endeavors.The guys explore themes of disappointment, identity, and the creative journey, particularly in the aftermath of COVID-19. They discuss...
2025-02-2559 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 112 - Deep Dive: New Glarus Brewing Co.Your hosts return this week with their favorite type of episode: the Deep Dive. This one focuses on the Wisconsin sweethearts at New Glarus Brewing. It is a beautiful history of family, community, and passion that just might be the best story in modern-day craft beer. Also, Jason swears off Total Wine and Stephen causes social media drama.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Belgian Red, New Glarus Brewing, New Glarus, WI. Style: Fruit Beer
Stephen - Western Justice, Westbound and Down Brewing, LaFayette, CO. Style: BBA Imperial Stout
2025-01-271h 00
Primary TechnologyOpenAI Raises $6.6B, October Apple Event, More Sites Testing Paywalls, Jason Tries Full Self-DrivingSend us a text OpenAI’s $6.6B funding round is the largest in history, iPadOS 18 still not release for M4 iPad Pro, what’s going on with Apple software, possible October Apple event, CNN and The Verge possible paywalls, and Jason takes Tesla’s Full Self Driving on a 250-mile road trip.Sponsored by: Rogue AmoebaAudio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of October, get 20% off Audio Hijack or any Rogue Amoeba bundle when you visit: macaudio.com/primarytech and use the promo code...
2024-10-031h 19
Primary TechnologyTech’s Chaotic Evil Era: TikTok “Ban”, Apple Allows Side-LoadingSend us a text Apple to allow true app side-loading in the EU, TikTok's survival attempts may have backfired, Jason and Stephen both have strong, opposing feelings about TikTok, Rivian R2, Royal Photo fail, and FineWoven case at the Oscars.Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowSupport the showJoin our member community and get an ad-free versions of the show, plus exclusive bonus episodes every week! Subscribe directly in Apple Podcasts or here: primarytech.memberful.com/joinReach out:...
2024-03-141h 15
Primary TechnologyApple Sports, OpenAI’s Mind-Blowing AI Video Generator, Big Changes in iOS 17.4Send us a text We explore the new Apple Sports app and if Apple may one day enter the sports betting market, big changes to iMessage security, Apple Podcasts, and web apps in the EU coming with iOS 17.4, Amazon Echo Hub is the smart home control panel Apple needs to make, Sora is OpenAI's incredible video AI model, and Jason and Stephen debate on the battery percentage icon!Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowSupport the show
2024-02-221h 12Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 103 - Beer Labels: Adjuncts, Additives, and DisclosuresWith the Reinheitsgebot fully in the past, the number of adjuncts and additives in beer has steadily increased. As far as labeling goes, what does and doesn't have to be disclosed is sometimes a gray area. Join your hosts this week as they discuss some of these labeling requirements. Also, Jason pulls out a Sci-Fi deep cut and Stephen lauds some big changes in New Jersey law.
Beer Tastings:
Jason:
Double Blazed Orange, Hop Butcher For The World, Chicago, IL. Style: Milkshake IPA
Juicy Bits, Weldwerks Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: Hazy...
2024-02-051h 13
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman2110: Speed of Trust- Transforming Transactions into Relationships | Stephen M.R. CoveyToday's 10th episode guest is Stephen M.R. Covey, son of the late Dr. Stephen Covey, known for "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People." They discuss Covey's book "The Speed of Trust," emphasizing the importance of trust in leadership. Jason also criticizes sensationalized predictions by financial gurus and questions why people don't sue them for missed opportunities. He promotes taking action and avoiding a spectator mentality in investing. The episode also previews the upcoming Empowered Investor Cruise with guest speakers Robert Helms, Scot Porier and more. https://empoweredinvestorlive.com/ Jason welcomes Stephen M.R. Covey...
2024-01-2937 min
Primary TechnologyBest of CES, Apple Vision Pro Launch, Rabbit R1 and AI GadgetsSend us a text Apple Vision Pro launch is official for February 2nd, we cover all the details and their commercial reminiscent of the original iPhone. Jason and Stephen share their best of CES picks, and some of the most insane tech from the trade show, including the Rabbit R1 AI assistant, and our personal tech: where do you place the macOS Dock?Watch on YouTube!Subscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowSponsored by:Rogue Amoeba: Audio Hijack is...
2024-01-111h 20
Primary TechnologyApple Vision Pro Imminent, CES Preview, and Nostalgic Apple StoresSend us a text Humane’s AI Pin commercial, Apple Vision Pro may launch at the end of January, Jason and Stephen are both undecided on going to CES, and—an era comes to an end—we share our personal history with Apple Stores!Watch on YouTubeSubscribe and watch our weekly episodes plus bonus clips at: youtube.com/@primarytechshowSponsored by Rogue AmoebaAudio Hijack is simply the best way to record audio on your Mac. Through the end of January, get $20 off Audio Hijack or any...
2024-01-041h 13Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 102 - Goose Island and Bourbon County StoutStout season is here and Goose Island's Bourbon County Stout continues to excite with its annual release of barrel-aged variants. Join your hosts as they try a few while discussing the history and hype of this Chicago brew. Also, Jason reveals a new drinking philosophy and Stephen learns the real pronunciation of Deth.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Goose Island Bourbon County Stout 2022 and Bourbon County Stout Bananas Foster Variant 2023
Stephen -Goose Island Bourbon County Stout 2023 and Bourbon County Stout Backyard Variant 2023
2023-12-3155 min
Going Somewhere41: Jason VanRuler | Get Past Your PastJason VanRuler is the author of Get Past Your Past: How Facing Your Broken Places Leads to True Connection. He began his career in 2011 and has worked with many populations over the years, ranging from persons who are incarcerated to top CEOs, performers and artists, and just about everyone in between. Jason has extensive experience as a clinician, coach, and speaker and operates a multistate private practice. Jason is known for his ability to relate and connect with his clients and offer hope to those who have felt hopeless. He has an engaged and rapidly growing online audience for...
2023-10-1737 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 99 - Odds and Ends: Catching UpAfter an elongated break, your hosts play catch-up with multiple beer news topics including taproom openings, the 2023 BCBS lineup, new Tavour frustrations, and upcoming beer festivals. Plus, the pair gears up for recording episode 100 when Stephen visits Jason in California.
Beer Tastings:
Jason: Madagascar Salted Peanut Truffle, Four Hands Brewing, St. Louis, MO. Style: BBA Imperial Milk Stout
Stephen: PM Dawn, Trillium Brewing, Canton, MA. Style: Coffee Stout
2023-09-2548 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 97 - Firestone Walker InvitationalThe boys are back with a new episode and a review of Stephen's recent trip to the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival in Paso Robles, CA. Plus they discuss brewery franchises, the death of the growler, and how subscriptions are ruining everything.
Beer tastings:
Jason - Naaner, Cycle Brewing, St Petersburg, FL. Style: Banana Bread Stout
Stephen - Trail Runner: Strawberries and Cream, Red Horn Brewing, Cedar Park, TX. Style: Fruited Blonde Ale
2023-07-241h 01Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 96 - Babies and BeersBaby has arrived safely and Jason is officially a father! Naturally, your hosts catch up on some recent beer news and updates and chat about parenthood. Also, Stephen gets a beer job and Jason gets back to his stout drinking ways.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - As Above So Below, Mortalis Brewing, Avon, NY. Style: Imperial Coffee Stout
Stephen - Oyster Stout, BeerBurg Brewing, Dripping Springs, TX. Style: Oyster Stout
2023-05-2249 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 95 - News and UpdatesWith Jason on official Baby Watch 2023, your hosts take the opportunity to muse on some current events and updates in the craft beer world before going on a short hiatus from podcasting. Join them as they discuss things like Athletic Brewing's lofty goals, AB-InBev's decision to close Platform Brewing, banana varietals, and switching to store-brand cola.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Run Wild IPA, Athletic Brewing, Stratford, CT. Style: Non-Alcoholic IPA / Tootie, Millstream Brewing, Amana, IA. Style: Cream Ale
Stephen - Chocolate Chip Flapjack Medianoche, Weldwerks Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: BBA Imperial Stout
2023-03-1548 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 94 - "Free" BeerEveryone loves free beer, right? Join your hosts this week as they discuss gluten-free and alcohol-free beers. Also, Stephen gets exclusive beer festival tickets on a whim, and Jason announces a historic beer merger.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Reve, Parish Brewing, Broussard, LA. Style: Coffee Stout
Stephen - HyperFocus: Luminosa, Grimm Brewing, Brooklyn, NY. Style: DIPA
2023-03-0151 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 93 - Homebrewing LawsIs Jimmy Carter the greatest President of all time? If you really love craft beer, the answer might be yes. Join your hosts today as they look back on how the legalization of homebrewing created the landscape for today's craft beer scene. Also, an examination of some strange state regulations on homebrewing that still exist. And you won't want to miss Stephen's take on the new Fat Tire recipe.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Creature From The Choco-Nana Hazelnut Lagoon, Weldwerks Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: Milk Stout with Banana and Hazelnut
Stephen - Kriek V...
2023-02-1451 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 92 - Beer CocktailsLooking for a fun new way to enjoy a beer? Look no further than this week's episode as your hosts search for the best and most interesting beer cocktails. From adding sweet stuff, mixing beer styles together, and throwing some hard liquor in, there are many creative ways to enjoy your brews. Also, Cycle Brewing wins the day and Jason teaches the art of the flame.
ColaWeizen Tastings:
Jason - Hefeweizen, KC Bier Co., Kansas City, MO. / Pepsi Zero
Stephen - Schneider Weisse, Weisses Bräuhaus, Germany. / Coca-Cola
2023-02-0748 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 91 - Deep Dive: BarleywineWith a renewed resolve to drink more barleywines in 2023, your hosts decide to look at the history of this niche style. Is it just a new name for an old beer or has it successfully created a whole new genre? And how has the American Craft Beer revolution made it it's own? Also, Stephen recounts a week of weird beers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Straight Jacket, Revolution Brewing, Chicago, IL. Style: BBA Barleywine
Stephen - Arcane Rituals, Bottle Logic Brewing, Anaheim, CA. Style: English Barleywine Aged in Bourbon and Cognac Barrels
2023-01-3143 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 86 - Brewery Highlight: Martin House BrewingThere's a brewery in Fort Worth, TX that is intent on keeping it fresh, regardless of the consequences. Join your hosts as they highlight Martin House's history and very strange lineup of beers. Also, Jason pits two white whales against each other and Stephen gives a masterclass on changing your own mind.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Heady Topper, The Alchemist Brewery, Stowe, VT. Style: Imperial IPA
-Pliny the Elder, Russian River Brewing, Santa Rosa, CA. Style: Imperial IPA
Stephen - Delilah in the Darkness, Martin House Brewing, Fort...
2022-12-061h 01Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 83 - Deep Dive: Dogfish HeadIn the early days of the American Craft Beer revolution, one brewery stood out as the most willing to push the boundaries of beer by brewing ancient styles and experimenting with strange ingredients. Join us this week as we discover the roots of Dogfish Head Brewing and learn more about their eclectic founder, Sam Calagione. Also, Stephen gets ready for a magic show and Jason finally lands some whales from the store.
Beer Tasting:
Jason - Over Ripe, Great Notion Brewing, Portland, OR. Style: IPA with Mangosteen
Stephen - Utopias Barrel-Aged World Wide S...
2022-10-311h 19
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 82 - The Birth of Smoothie SoursIt is impossible to be in this hobby and not be aware of the latest trend dominating the craft beer scene. Smoothie sours and pastry-style beers are everywhere and most likely here to stay. This week your hosts try to pinpoint the birth of these styles and help you find the best ones. Also, Jason gets a surprise email from Tavour and Stephen picks granola out of his teeth.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Bakery Series: Boysenberry Pie, The Bruery, Placentia, CA. Style: Imperial Stout with Boysenberry, Cinnamon, and Vanilla
Stephen - The Fillings a...
2022-10-2554 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 81 - The Value of GABFThe Great American Beer Festival has different meaning and value depending on the person. The consumers, the breweries pouring, and the brewers entering their beers into the competition all have a stake in the game. Join your hosts as they look at the possible ROI of the GABF and why it is or isn't worth it for some breweries. Also, Stephen tries Dream-flavored Coke and Jason keeps drinking stouts.
Beer Tasting:
Jason - Prince of Barkness, Transient Artisan Ales, Bridgman, MI. Style: American Imperial Stout
Stephen - Volcanic Planet Boba, Weldwerks Brewing, Greeley...
2022-10-1757 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 78 - Deep Dive: Russian River BrewingIt's not possible to tell the story of modern craft beer without Vinnie and Natalie Cilurzo and their famous Russian River Brewing. Join your hosts this week as they give a brief history of this brewery and share how important it has been to their own craft beer journeys. Also, Jason shares his hunt for Bell's and Stephen gets his first tattoo.
Beer Tastings -
Jason - Blueberry Muffin, Great Notion Brewing, Portland, OR. Style: Tart Pastry Ale
Stephen - Feelin' The Flow, Sun Lab Brewing, Miami, FL. Style: American Sour with Tangerine, Pl...
2022-09-2652 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 77 - GABF 2022 Tactical PlanThe 2022 Great American Beer Festival is right around the corner and the beer list has been officially released. Join your hosts this week as they begin their neurotic plan to taste as many great brews as possible. Also, Modern Times and Maui Brewing officially unite under one name, Stephen reminisces on his first Tavour box, and Jason makes his case for over-planning.
Beer Tastings-
Jason - Arctic Devil, Midnight Sun Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: English Barleywine
Stephen - Forest Born, Anchorage Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: Mixed Culture Sour Ale with Passionfruit and Guava
2022-09-1959 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 76 - Hop HarvestSeptember is in full swing which means so is the hop harvest in Yakima Valley, WA. Join your hosts this week as they share some fun facts about hop farming and excitedly anticipate the fresh hop beers that will be pouring soon. Also, Jason recalls his sneakerhead days, Stephen seems to get drunk off a session IPA, and Allen Iverson makes everyone feel old.
Beer Tastings -
Jason - Eros, River Styx Brewing, Fitchburg, MA. Style: Imperial Stout conditioned on Oreos
Stephen - The Cabin IPA, Anchorage Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: Session IPA
2022-09-1251 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 75 - Deep Dive: Flemish-Style AlesTwo darker sour styles originated from the Flemish-speaking area of Northern Belgium called Flanders. This week, your hosts dive into the history and brewing processes of both the Flanders Red and Oud Bruin styles. Also, Jason drinks a white whale beer to cure his bad mood and Stephen eavesdrops on an awkward date at a brewery.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Fundamental Observation (2020), Bottle Logic Brewing, Anaheim, CA. Style: BA Imperial Stout
Stephen - La Roja Du Kriek, Jolly Pumpkin Ales, Dexter, MI. Style: Flanders Red Ale with Cherry Juice
2022-09-051h 01Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 74 - What's Up With New JerseySeriously! What is going on in the Garden State? With new unfriendly brewery laws taking effect this summer, it's easy to wonder if they have lost their minds or are there more sinister motives behind all this? This week, your hosts give their theories and reactions to these bizarre regulations. Also, Jason gives us a science lesson and Stephen segues to Segways.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Bear Claw, Wiley Roots Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: Oatmeal Stout with Almond, Coffee, and Vanilla
Stephen - Heavy Hammer, Tripping Animals/Humble Sea Collaboration, Doral, FL and S...
2022-08-2941 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 72 - The Other Things We DrinkYou may be surprised to find out that your hosts sometimes drink beverages other than beer. So they dedicated a whole episode to all the other things that they drink with a few tie-ins, of course, to beer. Also, Stephen's Storytime segment sparks a discussion of fridge design and Jason teaches us how to become Scotch drinkers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - TDH Juicy Bits, Weldwerks Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: NEIPA
Stephen - Perfectly Preserved, Bottle Logic Brewing, Anaheim, CA. Style: Sour Wheat Ale with Peaches and Nectarines
2022-08-151h 07Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 71 - Deep Dive: Pale LagersIt took 70 episodes, but the Attenuation team finally decided to dive into the world's most popular beer style, the Pale Lager. Learn with your hosts as they explore the (drunk?) history of this crisp, refreshing style that has come to dominate in every corner of the earth. Also, Jason tries two very different Texas beverages and Stephen adds a new story time segment.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Montmorency vs Balaton, Jester King Brewing, Austin, TX. Style: Wild Ale with Cherries
Stephen - Side Pull, Fair State Brewing Coop/Bierstadt Lagers Collaboration, Minneapolis, MN...
2022-08-0858 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 70 - Bottle SharesEver wonder what the craft beer equivalent to a book club is? It's a bottle share. Join your hosts this week as they discuss these exclusive meet-ups and some of the do's and don'ts of attending. Also, Stephen loses a large portion of his fancy beer and Jason reveals what your Christmas traditions say about you.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Swirls and Spirals, Equilibrium Brewing, Middletown, NY. Style: Imperial Pastry Stout with Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Maple Syrup, Pecans, and Vanilla
Stephen - 25th Anniversary Ale, Firestone Walker, Paso Robles, CA. Style: American Strong...
2022-08-0148 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 69 - GlasswareBeer snobs everywhere agree that beer just tastes better when poured into a glass. But with so many different styles of craft beer available, it's also important to choose the right glassware. Join your hosts as they discuss different shapes and sizes of beer glasses and when to use each one. Also, Jason experiences the full body sour and Stephen reveals his affinity for nature documentaries.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Prrrt These Days, Drekker Brewing, Fargo, ND. Style: Smoothie Sour
Stephen - Strawberry Prrrt-a-colada, Drekker Brewing, Fargo, ND. Style: Smoothie Sour
2022-07-251h 00Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 68 - Deep Dive: Stone BrewingAs the ninth biggest craft brewery, Stone has certainly made a name for itself and become a titan of craft beer from its very humble San Diego roots. But with their recent sale to Japanese beermaker Sapporo, Stone becomes another large craft brewery to fall to the macro beer companies. Join your hosts this week as they explore the history of this brewery and discuss the events that led to their eventual sale. Also, Jason makes sports analogies and Stephen recounts his GABF ticket panic.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Arrogant Bastard Ale, Arrogant Consortia, Escondido...
2022-07-181h 07
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 66 - Beer in the Big AppleAfter a week of vacation in New York City, your hosts are back to discuss the beers and breweries Stephen experienced on his trip. Also Stephen gives a report of a recent tour of the Jester King brewing facility and both hosts completely fail their geography tests.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Vanilla Deth, Revolution Brewing, Chicago, IL. Style: BA Imperial Oatmeal Stout
Stephen - Supernature, Grimm Artisan Ales, Brooklyn, NY. Style: Spontaneous Ale with Coriander and Sea Salt
2022-07-041h 07Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 65 - Summer BeersPut away your Imperial Stouts. Hide your Barrel-aged Barleywines. Summer has officially arrived and we need some crisp, refreshing beers for our poolside BBQs. Join your hosts as they discuss their favorite beers to drink on a hot summer day. Also, Jason apparently loves wheat and Stephen vows to defy human instinct and stop avoiding an old friend.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Qualified, Taxman Brewing, Bargersville, IN. Style: Belgian-style Quad
Stephen - A Light in Dark Places When All Other Lights Go Out, Fair State Brewing Coop/Burial Beer, Minneapolis, MN/Asheville, NC. S...
2022-06-2046 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 64 - The Future of BeerIncredible scientific advances and amazing innovation have spawned a whole environment of businesses making products that can help the craft beer industry make better beer more efficiently. Join your hosts this week as they discover the future of beer with new liquid hops, genetically modified yeast, and some gimmicky new adjuncts. Also, Stephen considers selling his brew equipment and Jason drinks a white whale.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Bourbon County Stout, Goose Island Beer Co., Chicago, IL. Style: BBA Imperial Stout
Stephen - Coco Jones, Black Raven Brewing, Redmond, WA. Style: Coconut Porter
2022-06-1350 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 63 - Beer GimmicksIn the fiercely competitive world of craft beer, breweries must use all sorts of gimmicks to stand out. This week, your hosts discuss some of those tactics and weigh in on their efficacy, their usefulness, and whether they should stay or go. Also, Jason makes countless Star Wars references and Stephen dreams of blue Jolly Ranchers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Ninth Dimension, Mraz Brewing, Granite Bay, CA. Style: DIPA
Stephen - Cookies 'N Cream 'N Chocolate 'N Cookies, Evil Twin Brewing, Brooklyn, NY. Style: Imperial Pastry Stout
2022-06-061h 02Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 61 - Becoming a CiceroneAs the beer version of a wine sommelier, the Cicerone status is widely used as a recognition of one's beer knowledge, experience, and tasting abilities. Join your hosts this week as they break down the qualifications and testing requirements that must be satisfied to achieve each level of the Cicerone certification. Also, Jason goes on a stout-fueled rant and Stephen tries to find a replacement beer for an old favorite.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Joy Joy, Ingenious Brewing, Humble, TX. Style: Milk Stout with Almonds and Coconut
Stephen - Bistro Pink Ambrosia, Energy C...
2022-05-2351 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 60 - Celebrating With BeerHolidays? Anniversaries? Birthdays? Fridays? All are perfect reasons to grab a special beer out of the fridge and enjoy with friends. This week, your hosts discuss some of the occasions they use to justify drinking some of their best beers and why sometimes it's OK no to have a reason at all. Also, Jason drinks a special cherry stout (duh!) and Stephen sends a toast to Registered Nurses.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - 12th Anniversary Stout, Fremont Brewing, Seattle, WA. Style: Imperial Stout with Cherries
Stephen - Preservation, Urban Family Brewing, Seattle, WA. Style: W...
2022-05-1650 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 59 - Beer Review SitesDo you ever find yourself cross-referencing beer review sites like Untappd and Beer Advocate when buying beer or are you normal? This week Jason and Stephen discuss these and other sites, their usefulness, and where they fall behind. Also, both hosts try new styles like they've been promising for a year now.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Roots & Wings & Leaves, Mraz Brewing, El Dorado Hills, CA. Style: Saison
Stephen - Bigfoot (2022), Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: Barleywine Ale
2022-05-0944 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 58 - Deep Dive: Schlitz BeerWhen you think of Milwaukee beer, what do you think of? Your answer could be Schlitz Beer, one of the oldest breweries in the country and one that went toe-to-toe with Anheuser-Busch for many years. Join your hosts this week as they break down the rise and fall of this brewery, a history that is now used as a cautionary tale for all businesses. Also, Jason catches a white whale and Stephen reluctantly accepts a challenge to try malt liquor.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Black Ops (Four Roses), Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, NY. Style: BBA Russian I...
2022-05-0254 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 57 - Love and HateIt's common to have strong feelings about your passions and hobbies, but they aren't always positive. This week, Jason and Stephen discuss the things they love about craft beer, but also some of the things they hate. Also, Jason hearkens back to the original achievement badges, and Stephen tries a new "elite" lager.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Side-by-side tasting: Torpedo, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: Extra IPA / Atomic Torpedo, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: New School IPA
Stephen - Mischief, The Bruery, Placentia, CA. Style: Hoppy Belgian Ale
2022-04-2558 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 56 - Deep Dive: Trappist and Abbey AlesRoman Catholic monks brewing beer? Nothing gets more to the roots of beer making than that. Join your hosts this week as they explore the old world of Belgian Trappist beers and their new world counterparts. Also, Jason describes his monk journey and Stephen tells a caveman story from high school.
Beer tastings:
Jason - Electric Jellyfish, Pinthouse Pizza, Austin, TX. Style: NEIPA
Stephen - Plane Over Car Over Train Over Boat, Trillium Brewing, Boston, MA. Style: Quadruple IPA
2022-04-1850 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 55 - Pliny the Younger Release 2022This week, Stephen is fresh off his return from California and his experience at the Pliny the Younger release at Russian River Brewing. Join him and Jason as they discuss what it's like to be there and Stephen gives reviews on the weekend and the many beers he drank. Also, Jason gives his review of cowboy camping and Stephen drinks a resurrected classic.
Beer tastings:
Jason - Defenestratsiya, Russian River Brewing, Santa Rosa, CA. Style: IPA
Stephen - Monkey Knife Fight, Tower Brewing, Sacramento, CA. Style: Pale Ale
2022-04-1149 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 54 - Beer Bucket ListsWe all have things we want to do before we die. This week, Jason and Stephen discuss a few beer drinking experiences that they want to enjoy in their lifetimes. This inevitably leads to a planning session for the next great beer bro-venture.
Beer Tastings –
Jason - Torpedo IPA, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: West Coast IPA
Stephen – Ghost in the Machine, Parish Brewing, Broussard, LA. Style: Hazy Double IPA
2022-04-0441 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 53 - Beer RutsHave you ever been bored with your hobby? With craft beer it's easy to get stuck on one style or one brewery, and you may even start to lose interest in beer altogether. This week your hosts engage in a discussion about how it can happen and how to get out of that nasty rut and start enjoying your hobby again. Also, Jason reveals his least favorite beers from the podcast and Stephen gets some devastating pizza news.
Beer Tastings -
Jason - Framboise Boon, Brouwerij Boon, Belgium. Style: Raspberry Lambic
Stephen - Ba...
2022-03-2846 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 51 - Guide to Gift GivingThis week, Jason and Stephen act as your shopping buddies to help you score the perfect gift for that craft beer lover in your life. Also, Jason gets distracted by breadsticks and Stephen reports on catching another white whale.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Funky Foeder Cherry, Russian River Brewing, Santa Rosa, CA. Style: Saison
Stephen - Hubba Hubba Peanut Budda, WeldWerks Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: Milk Stout with Banana and Peanut Butter
2022-03-1447 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 50 - Cellaring BeerThis week, Jason and Stephen try to up their beer game by learning the best ways to age beer. From which beers age best to the most ideal cellar conditions and what to expect from the process, your hosts cover it all. Also, Jason gets his day with a new Sierra Nevada IPA and Stephen drinks a fancy version of an Austin, TX staple.
Beer tastings:
Jason - Powder Day IPA, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: IPA
Stephen - Double Pecan Porter, 512 Brewing, Austin, TX. Style: Whiskey BA Imperial Porter
2022-03-0747 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 49 - Useless Beer FactsThis week, Jason and Stephen provide you with a long list of beer facts with varying levels of usefulness. Feel free to use them to impress your friends at your next party. Also, Jason confesses his fear of the deep ocean and Stephen plans his own Viking funeral.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Duck-Rabbit Amber Ale, Duck-Rabbit Brewery, Farmville, NC. Style: Amber Ale
Stephen - Neon City, Young Master Ales, Hong Kong SAR, China. Style: Hong Kong Pale Ale
2022-02-2846 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 48 - Movie Review: BrewmanceThis week Jason and Stephen review the documentary Brewmance that follows two fledgling breweries in Long Beach, CA on the way to their opening days while also weaving in general beer education. Also, Stephen pits a new beer up against a long-time favorite.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Wild Little Thing, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: Sour Ale
Stephen - Side-by-side tasting:
Citraquench'L, Heist Brewing, Charlotte, NC. Style: Hazy IPA
Pseudo Sue, Toppling Goliath Brewing, Decorah, IA. Style: American Pale Ale
2022-02-2154 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 47 - Crazy Beer LawsuitsThis week, Jason and Stephen learn about some of the craziest lawsuits to come out of craft beer, ranging from very understandable to downright frivolous. Also, Jason rediscovers a blast from his past and Stephen tries to find new beer documentaries to watch.
Beer Tastings:
Jason- Marzen, Sudwerk Brewing, Davis, CA. Style: Marzen
Stephen- It Meant Nothing, Anchorage Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: IPA with Phantasm Powder
2022-02-1440 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 46 - Deep Dive: India Pale AleThis week, Jason and Stephen celebrate a style that truly defines the modern craft beer revolution. The India Pale Ale, or IPA, has been teaching people what beer can really taste like since the 1980's. But it goes back much further than that to the style's humble beginnings as a beer that could travel long distances. Learn the evolution of this style and fall back in love with hoppy beers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason- Blood On The Tracks, Blue Note Brewing, Woodland, CA. Style: Blood Orange Double IPA
Stephen - Powder Day IPA, Sierra N...
2022-02-0757 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 45 - BuzzFeed Quiz TimeThis week, Jason and Stephen decide to fulfill a listener's request to complete beer-related BuzzFeed quizzes on the podcast. The two hosts learn many interesting things about themselves such as their personal ABVs, which Mexican beers they are, and if they even have enough Beer IQ to host this podcast.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Scrimshaw, North Coast Brewing, Fort Bragg, CA. Style: Pilsner
Stephen - Bourbon County Classic Cola Stout, Goose Island Beer Co, Chicago, IL. Style: BBA Imperial Stout
2022-01-3152 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 44 - Snobs Vs. GeeksThis week, Jason and Stephen try to define the differences between beer snobs and beer geeks and then take stock of their own beer drinking behaviors to see which category they fall in to. Also, Jason defines the coffee waves and Stephen catches a white whale.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Kriek Boon, Brouwerij Boon, Halle, Belgium. Style: Kriek Lambic
Stephen - Wisconsin Belgian Red, New Glarus Brewing, New Glarus, WI. Style: Wisconsin-style Cherry Lambic
2022-01-2437 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 43 - Mini-sode With Mini Guest Co-hostThis week, Jason gets replaced (temporarily!) with a younger, cuter host, Stephen's daughter Quinn. In this short episode, Stephen and Quinn talk about their favorite parts of brewing beer, as well as their favorite breweries to visit. Cuteness overload!
Beer Tastings:
Stephen - Sweet and Sour Plums, Martin House Brewing, Fort Worth, TX. Style: Sour Ale with Plums and Lactose
Quinn - C'mon! She's only 8!
2022-01-1713 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 42 - White Whales: Updates/AdditionsAt the turn of the year, Jason and Stephen reflect on their personal White Whale beer lists to see which ones they've caught and which ones are still "at-large." After almost a year of beer podcasting, they have some new beers to add to their list as well.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Dankful, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: IPA
Stephen - Frootwood, Founders Brewing, Grand Rapids, MI. Style: Cherry Ale aged in Maple Syrup Bourbon Barrels
2022-01-1038 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 3 (Rebroadcast)- White WhalesIn this rebroadcasting of the third episode, audio has been improved and edited to make it easier on the listener. In this episode Jason and Stephen discuss the hyped up, highly rated beers that they have found, what they thought when they drank them, and which white whale beers they still need to hunt down. Enjoy this remastered version of a popular early episode, and be sure to listen next week when a brand new episode is released.
2022-01-0345 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 41 - Deep Dive: Rubicon BrewingThis week Jason and Stephen learn so many things about the greatest brewery you've probably never heard of. The now defunct Rubicon Brewing, a Sacramento staple for almost 30 years, was one of the most important breweries in the modern craft beer era, serving as inspiration for some of the best beers in the world. Also, Jason goes to his Flanders happy place and Stephen reverts to drinking juice again.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Alexander, Rodenbach Brewery, Belgium. Style: Flanders Red Ale with Cherries
Stephen - Florida Weisse, Untitled Art, Waunakee, WI. Style: Berliner...
2021-12-2754 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 40 - Deep Dive: Brooklyn BreweryThis week Jason and Stephen dive headfirst into the history of Brooklyn Brewery. Armed with a well-designed logo and a delicious lager, Brooklyn Brewery was able to convince New Yorkers to embrace new craft beer styles. Join us as we learn all about this major player in the modern U.S. craft beer revolution. Also, Jason drinks a stout (of course) and Stephen drinks a stout (what??).
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Caramel Moo-chiato, Heretic Brewing, Fairfield, CA. Style: Milk Stout with Caramel and Vanilla
Stephen - Ridiculous AF, Saloon Door Brewing, Webster, TX. Style: Russian Imperial Stout with Peanut Butter...
2021-12-2037 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 39 - The Wild World of AdjunctsThese days it seems like anything goes when it comes to beer adjuncts. From marshmallows to glitter, the range of ingredients gets stranger every year. This week, Jason and Stephen discuss the modern use of adjuncts in craft beer, how it has evolved, and where it may be going. Also, Stephen finds a beer anachronism and Jason talks elephant poop.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Contact Haze, Elysian Brewing, Seattle, WA. Style: Hazy IPA
Stephen - Seasick Crocodile, Prairie Artisan Ales, Krebs, OK. Style: Sour Ale with Cranberries, Ginger, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg
2021-12-1346 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 38 - Best Beers in Each StateThis week, Jason and Stephen take a virtual road trip using multiple lists and rating systems to find the best, highest rated beers in each state. With some no-brainers, some surprises, and a few sneaky sleeper picks, it's sure to be a wild ride. Also, Jason renews his Saison vows and Stephen throws shade at the South.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Breakfast Stout, Founders Brewing, Kalamazoo, MI. Style: Imperial Coffee Oatmeal Stout
Stephen - Neapolitan Ice Cream Sundae, Ingenious Brewing, Humble, TX. Style: Milk Stout with Strawberry, Vanilla, and Chocolate
2021-12-061h 01
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 37 - Winter WarmersWith Thanksgiving done, it's officially the most wonderful time of the year and that means Christmas beers are here. This week, Jason and Stephen discuss Winter Warmer Ales and how to find a Christmas-themed beer in any style. Also, Jason has a karaoke epiphany and Stephen reveals his homebrew plans.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Evil Twin, Heretic Brewing, Fairfield, CA. Style: Red IPA
Stephen - Herb Jar, 450 North Brewing, Columbus, IN. Style: Smoothie Sour Ale
2021-11-2934 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastBonus: Thanksgiving ToastHappy Thanksgiving! Jason and Stephen send you a special Turkey Day toast as they drink the 2021 Jester King Atrial Rubicite together and trade age-old family Jell-O recipes.
2021-11-2512 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 36 - Selling OutSome of the best craft beer comes from breweries that have been sold to large beverage conglomerates. This week, Jason and Stephen discuss how much "selling out" affects the final product and whether maintaining independent status is still meaningful. Also, Jason teaches us about Chinese dynasties and Stephen talks about....blood?
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Boo Berry Fluff, Ingenious Brewing, Humble, TX. Style: Berliner Weisse conditioned on blueberries and marshmallows
Stephen - Sour Me: Unicorn Farts, DuClaw Brewing, Baltimore, MD. Style: Sour Ale brewed with Fruity Cereal and Edible Glitter
2021-11-2246 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 35 - Deep Dive: Boston Beer CompanyWith their flagship Sam Adams Boston Lager leading the way, the founders of Boston Beer Co. were pioneers of modern craft beer, making some aggressive and controversial business decisions along the way. This week, Jason and Stephen take a deep dive into the history of this famous brewery. Also, Stephen tries dry-hopped seltzer water and Jason's liver is reminded of Four Loko.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Celebration Ale, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: Wet Hop IPA
Stephen - Horse Play, Blue Owl Brewing/Hold Out Brewing, Austin TX. Style: Cold IPA
2021-11-1546 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 34 - Memorable Drinking ExperiencesThis week, Jason and Stephen take a stroll down memory lane, recounting memorable stories of drinking beer, sharing laughs, and making new friends. Also, Jason has an exciting new taproom to visit and Stephen finds a smoothie sour that he actually likes.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Cherry Cobbler, Martin House Brewing, Fort Worth, TX. Style: Cherry Sour with Graham Crackers and Lactose
Stephen - DUMB Fruit 8, Evil Twin Brewing, New York, NY. Style: Fruited Sour with Peach, Pineapple, Passionfruit, and Peach Gummy Candy
2021-11-0851 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 33 - Food and Beer PairingWhat is the best style of beer to drink with pizza? The answer might surprise you. This week, Jason and Stephen get the gastric juices flowing as they discuss how to find the perfect combinations of beer and food. Also, Stephen talks about his primal urges and Jason gives us a new way to eat cereal.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Blue Dream, Martin House Brewing, Fort Worth, TX. Style: Blue Raspberry Sour Ale
Stephen - Oude Kriek, Brewery 3 Fonteinen, Brussels, Belgium. Style: Kriek Lambic
2021-11-0147 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 32 - What's in a Name?This week, Jason and Stephen are talking beer names. From the deepest, darkest ones to the punny-est and funniest, your hosts decide whether or not these beers live up to their names. Also, Jason cringes at all the puns while Stephen goes off on a tangent about Brut IPAs.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Deep Orbit Centaurus, Other Half Brewing, Brooklyn, NY. Style: Imperial Stout with Figs, Almonds, Vanilla, and Cinnamon.
Stephen - What We Brew in the Shadows(Fresh Hop), Stormbreaker Brewing, Portland, OR. Style: Fresh Hop New Zealand-Style Pilsner
2021-10-2543 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 31 - Brewery Highlight: Yuengling BreweryThis week, Jason and Stephen take a long look back into the history of the oldest brewery in the United States. Familiar themes abound in this story of a brewery that captures the American spirit of resilience, ingenuity, and longevity. Also, Stephen adds postscript info to an older episode and Jason forgets how to end the podcast.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Dark Charge Mole, Braxton Brewing, Covington, KY. Style: BA Imperial Stout Infused with Ancho Chiles, Cinnamon, Cocoa, and Vanilla
Stephen - Super Baked, Great Notion Brewing, Portland, OR. Style: Tart Ale with B...
2021-10-1841 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 30 - The Google Auto-fill EpisodePer usual, Jason and Stephen use an old, worn-out trend to make a beer podcast episode. This week they use Google auto-fill to find the internet's most searched questions about beer and feebly attempt to answer them. Also, Jason laments a missed opportunity and Stephen gives professional medical advice. Disclaimer: Don't take your medical advice from a beer podcast.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Batisserie Chocolate Banana Cream Pie Stout, Energy City Brewing, Batavia, IL. Style: Imperial Stout with Cocoa, Banana, Vanilla, and Lactose
Stephen - Coffee Milk Stout, Zilker Brewing, Austin, TX. Style...
2021-10-1153 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 29 - Deep Dive: American SourThis week, Jason and Stephen tackle the wide world of American sours. Born from American craft brewers emulating Old World beer-making techniques, the American sour forges its own path with unique fruiting, souring, and aging processes. Also in this episode, Jason tells a mind-blowing origin story and Stephen's beer gives him childhood flashbacks.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Coolship: Resurgam, Allagash Brewing, Portland, ME. Style: American Sour Ale Aged in Oak
Stephen- Adder, Black Project Ales, Denver, CO. Style: Wild Ale with Mango and Pomegranate
2021-10-0447 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 28 - Beer Ads and MarketingThis week, Jason and Stephen have a light conversation about their all-time favorite beer ads, craft beer marketing campaigns, and the dynamic advertising landscape of social media. Also, Stephen tries non-alcoholic beer and confesses his need to pre-check menus while Jason rants about self-aggrandizing social media posts.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Mas Agave Clasica Lime, Founders Brewing, Grand Rapids, MI. Style: Tequila Barrel-Aged Imperial Gose with Lime
Stephen - Dogpatch Sour, Almanac Brewing, Alameda, CA. Style: Wild Sour Red Ale with Cherries
2021-09-271h 03
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 27 - Dream BreweriesWhat would you do with an unlimited amount of money and an undying love of craft beer? This week, Jason and Stephen give details of the perfect dream breweries that they would build if money was no object. Stephen begins to consider playing the lottery more often.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - STS Pils, Russian River Brewing, Santa Rosa, CA. Style: German Pilsner
Stephen - Cacao PM Dawn, Trillium Brewing, Boston, MA. Style: Imperial Coffee Stout
2021-09-201h 00
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 26 - The Magic of YeastIt is said that brewers make the wort, but the yeast make the beer. This week, Jason and Stephen discuss the magical little organisms that are crucial to the flavoring and fermenting of the drink we love. Plus, more award season reports from the U.S. Open Beer Championship and the Great American Beer Festival.
Beer tastings:
Jason - Mosaic Dream, Other Half Brewing, Brooklyn, NY. Style: NEIPA
Stephen - Sour on Love, Duck Foot Brewing, San Diego, CA. Style: Berliner Weisse
2021-09-1353 min
Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 25 - Deep Dive: GoseThe episode you've been waiting for! This week Jason and Stephen swoon over the incredible history of one of the world's oldest distinct beer styles, the Gose from Goslar, Germany. Beloved in Germany for centuries, this beer style has just recently become one of the most common sour beer styles in the U.S. Come learn why there are poems written just to celebrate this wonderful and unique beer style.
Gose good gifts of God; Joy and delirium.
We strive to be lazy; Gose becomes our sanctuary.
Our fingers grasp what has been...
2021-09-061h 07Attenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 24 - The Beers of FallFootball, cold weather, Halloween, and the Starbucks PSL. The season that so many people love is upon us, and so too are the beers of Fall. This week, Jason and Stephen give some history on Oktoberfest Marzens as well as discussing Jason's least favorite, basic-bro beer, the Pumpkin Ale.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - El Zacaton, Hubbard's Cave Brewing, Niles, IL. Style: Imperial Stout with Almond, Cacao, Cinnamon, Vanilla, and Ancho Chiles
Stephen - Pumpkin Spice Yeti, Great Divide Brewing, Denver, CO. Style: Imperial Stout with Coffee and Pumpkin Spices
2021-08-3046 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 23 - Weird Beer LawsThis week, Jason and Stephen have some fun as they explore some of the strangest beer laws in the United States. Also, Stephen tells a joke and Jason shares his love for Vegas nightclubs.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Main Boss, Collaboration of Fair State Brewing Co-op, Minneapolis, MN and Pulpit Rock Brewing, Decorah, IA. Style: Imperial Stout With Coconut and Orgeat Syrup
Stephen - Webster's Dilemma, Bear King Brewing, Marble Falls, TX. Style: American Pale Ale
2021-08-2346 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 22 - Deep Dive: Farmhouse AlesThis week, Jason and Stephen take a deep dive into the original homebrews, the Farmhouse Ales. Join them as they discuss these strange, but interesting, styles such as Saison, Grisette, and Table beers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Hoptimum, Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA. Style: Triple IPA
Stephen - Gillian, Goose Island Brewing, Chicago, IL. Style: Farmhouse Ale with Strawberry, White Pepper, and Honey
2021-08-1652 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 21 - The Journey ContinuesThis week Jason and Stephen kick off Season 2 as they re-examine their craft beer journey and discuss some of the pathways still left to be explored.
Beer Tasting:
Jason - Todd's Cupcakes, Wolf's Ridge Brewing, Columbus, OH. Style: Imperial Coffee Cake Pastry Stout
Stephen - Electric Rainbow, Wild Mind Ales, Minneapolis, MN. Style: Dry-Hopped Sour Ale Brewed With Raspberry, Peach, and Lemon
2021-08-0957 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 20 - Trending Now 2In this final episode of Season 1, Jason and Stephen take another look at current beer trends and discuss what they like and don't like about what lies ahead.
Beer Tasting:
Jason - Beneath The Water, Anchorage Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: NEIPA with Phantasm Powder
Stephen - Peel Out, Wiley Roots Brewing, Greeley, CO. Style: Smoothie Sour with Banana, Strawberry, Chocolate, Vanilla, and Lactose
2021-08-0251 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 19 - Deep Dive: Porters and StoutsThis week Jason and Stephen take a deep dive into the history and evolution of the Porter and its progeny: the dark, flavorful beer we call Stout. We also explore the modern twists that have given us the incredibly popular Imperial and Barrel-Aged versions.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Cherry Bomb, Prairie Artisan Ales, Tulsa, OK. Style: Imperial Stout Aged on Cherries, Chili Peppers, Coffee, Cacao nibs, and Vanilla
Stephen - Darkest Hour (2016 Vintage), Anchorage Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: Imperial Stout Aged in Whiskey Barrels
2021-07-2652 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 18 - ASTMO: How to Go Full Beer SnobThis week Jason and Stephen put their beer snobbery on full display as they discuss the ASTMO method of taking tasting notes and reviewing beers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Neon Rainbows, Brewery Ommegang, Cooperstown, NY. Style: New England Style IPA
Stephen - El Dorado Dry-Hopped Fort Point Ale, Trillium Brewing, Boston, MA. Style: American Pale Ale
2021-07-1953 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 17 - Adventures in HomebrewingThis week, Jason and Stephen discuss the hobby of homebrewing, how it overlaps with a love of craft beer, and the many things they've learned from their own homebrewing experiences.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Vapor Rings, Other Half Brewing, Brooklyn, NY. Style: NEIPA
Stephen - Go Ask Your Father, Casita Brewing, Wilson, NC. Style: Ambrosia Sour with Pineapple, Orange, Cherry, Marshmallow, and Coconut
2021-07-1252 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 16 - Guide to Beer FestsThis week, Jason and Stephen share some valuable lessons they have learned about safely and successfully navigating beer festivals.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Deth By Cherries, Revolution Brewing, Chicago, IL. Style: Imperial Oatmeal Stout Aged With Cherries
Stephen - Remedial Chaos Theory, Turning Point Brewing, Bedford, TX. Style: Hazy Triple IPA
2021-07-0552 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 15 - Deep Dive: LambicThis week, Jason and Stephen take a deep dive into the funky, sweet, and fruity beer from Belgium known as Lambic and all its aged and blended variants.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Xerophile, Speciation Artisan Ales, Grand Rapids, MI. Style: Pastry Sour Ale with Cocoa Nibs, Peanut Butter, Raspberry, and Vanilla
Stephen - Kriek, Brouwerij Lindemans, Vlezenbeek, Belgium. Style: Cherry Lambic
2021-06-2853 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 14 - Something's OffThis week, Jason and Stephen discuss a few of the most common off-flavors in beer, how to recognize them, and most importantly, how to avoid them.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Empiric, Ruhstaller Beer, Dixon, CA. Style: Thai Pepper Black IPA
Stephen - (Side by Side by Side Tasting) Best Maid Pickle Beer, Martin House Brewing, Fort Worth, TX Style: Sour Ale with Pickle Juice / Puro!, Freetail Brewing, San Antonio, TX. Style: Pickle Gose / Spicy Pickle Monster, Prairie Artisan Ales, Tulsa, OK. Style: Sour Ale with Spicy Dill Pickles, Orange, Lemon, and Lime
2021-06-2152 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 13 - For Love or Money
This week, Jason and Stephen discuss different strategies of acquiring and enjoying craft beer and the costs associated with them.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Warming Hut Memoirs, Humble Forager Brewery, Madison, WI. Style: Pecan Pie Pastry Stout
Stephen - Where Is Tomorrow, Anchorage Brewing, Anchorage, AK. Style: NEIPA with Phantasm Powder
2021-06-1455 minAttenuation: A Beer PodcastEp. 12 - Top 10 BeersThis week, Jason and Stephen reveal and discuss their top 10 favorite beers.
Beer Tastings:
Jason - Duchesse De Bourgogne Cherry, Brouwerij Verhaeghe, Belgium. Style: Flanders Red Ale
Stephen - (Side by Side Tasting) Miss Marmalade, Martin House Brewing, Fort Worth, TX. Style: Sour Ale with Lactose and Citrus / Lady Marmalade, Martin House Brewing, Fort Worth, TX. Style: Whiskey Barrel-Aged Imperial Orange Sour with Lactose
2021-06-071h 14