Best Craft Beer Lover Podcasts (2024)

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Kristy Lark-Booth's eclectic Tasmanian spirits 30:39

2h ago30:39

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We’re joined this episode by Kristy Lark-Booth, founder of Killara Distillery in Tasmania. Kristy is a second-generation distiller, following in the footsteps of her parents Bill and Lyn Lark, who of course pioneered the modern Australian craft spirits industry when they opened Lark Distillery in 1992. Kristy founded Killara Distillery in 2016 and …

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Why Spirituality Matters In Our Creative Practices with Bianca Beers Artist, Designer, Creator & Lover 1:26:00

8h ago1:26:00

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In this episode, we sit down with the creative spiritual baddie, Bianca Beers who is a colourful artist, designer, content creator and lover based in the Western Suburbs of Sydney, Australia. Bianca's work transcends the digital kaleidoscope of artistry specialising in digital illustration and creative direction. Having launched her career in late …

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Episode 172: The Magic of Aperitivo: How Drinking Like an Italian Can Enhance Your Well-Being 40:04

7h ago40:04

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On the surface, aperitivo is a pre-dinner ritual centered around small bites and a sensible amount of booze. But the true meaning runs deeper. In this episode, we talk with Stef Ferrari, author of Stuzzichini: The Art of Italian Snack, to better understand what constitutes the “magic” of aperitivo and how to recreate it at home. We discuss why gath…

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Mumm Terroirs sparkling wine with chief winemaker Trina Smith 17:14

10d ago17:14

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We’re joined this episode by Trina Smith, chief winemaker of white wine and sparkling wine for Pernod Ricard Winemakers. Sparkling is one of the top performing wine styles in Australia, with current economic conditions driving many of us to choose more affordable wine alternatives to champagne. This scenario has been a boon for Mumm Terroirs, the r…

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The Parachute Murder Plot 1:29:36

8d ago1:29:36

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Emile Cilliers tried to murder his wife Victoria by sabotaging her parachute, but that was not his first attempt to kill her. Emile had a long history of lying, stealing, and having extramarital affairs. He also had a temper. Victoria knew that her husband was often dishonest and emotionally closed off, but she desperately wanted to keep her family…

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Episode 171: Can Unsnobby Wine Books Save the Industry? ‘Rebel School of Wine’ Is Trying 36:03

4h ago36:03

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In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Balliet, aothor of the new wine book Rebel School Of Wine: A Visual Guide to Drinking with Confidence, to discuss his mission to make wine more fun and introduce more drinkers to it. Whether you're a seasoned Italophile or simply curious about what makes this country so special, this episode is not to be miss…

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Tantri Mustika Ceramics on the Power of Navigating Burnout, Prioritising Wellbeing and Finding Creative Flow 1:23:23

11d ago1:23:23

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In this episode, we sit down and learn from Tantri Mustika, a Melbourne-based ceramic artist renowned for crafting a diverse yet distinctive array of highly detailed ceramics. Tantri’s ceramic works are often inspired by the natural world, reflected by her use of intricate textures. Her colourful yet earthy-toned palette mirrors the allure of natur…

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Black Hops Brewing rebooted: New CEO speaks 28:35

14d ago28:35

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Veteran drinks industry executive Nick Boots returns to the Drinks Adventures podcast, having just taken on a new challenge as CEO of Gold Coast, Queensland-based brewery Black Hops Brewing. This follows a 12-month stint consulting with craft breweries in Australia and New Zealand under the company name The Business Of Beer, prior to which he was g…

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The Burden of Bias 1:42:18

10m ago1:42:18

1:42:18

Christa Worthington was a Vassar grad from a prominent family, living on her own on Cape Cod. She had left behind her career as a fashion writer for a simpler life, having a daughter on her own and raising her on the Cape. Then, in January 2002, forty-six-year-old Christa was found stabbed to death in the kitchen of her cottage with her toddler dau…

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Danish whisky pioneer Stauning is going global 36:04

29d ago36:04

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In this opening episode of Season 19 we meet Alex Munch, co-founder of Denmark’s Stauning Whisky. Stauning was founded in 2005 by nine friends with diverse career backgrounds, none of them related to the drinks industry. But what they didn’t know ultimately took them down a path of craft whisky production that was quite distinctive and on trend; sh…

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Episode 170: Why Wine-Lovers (and Everyone Else) Are Obsessed With Italy 43:14

25d ago43:14

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In this episode, we explore the concept of "Italianality" with newly minted Master of Wine Andrea Lonardi and journalist Jessica Dupuy. The pair are writing a book that explores and explains the subject and why it has never been more important—not just to Italy, but to the world. Together, they seek to distill the beauty, culture, history, food, wi…

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Death Followed Her 1:46:00

12d ago1:46:00

1:46:00

Sandra Bridewell lived a life of privilege throughout the 1970s and into the 1980s. In fact, her life could have been described as near perfect if not for the trail of dead bodies left in her wake. Her first husband, a prominent dentist, died in their home in 1975. Her second husband, a real estate developer, died of cancer in 1982. Shortly after h…

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Episode 169: What's Trending in the Wine World, According to Dave Rudman of WSET Americas 42:39

1M ago42:39

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In this podcast episode, Wine Enthusiast’s Chief Education Officer Marshall Tilden III sat down with the Global Business Development Director and Executive Director of the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET for short) of the Americas, Dave Rudman to get the skinny on the current happenings. We learned a lot about the evolving education landscape…

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Killer Kids: The Plot to Kill Susan Bailey 1:38:49

1M ago1:38:49

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In 2008, single mother Susan Bailey was working two jobs to make sure that her children, 17-year-old Jennifer and 13-year-old David, had everything they needed. But on September 26th, when Susan didn’t show up for work, her employer called Susan’s mother, Kate, in Minnesota. Susan’s mother hadn’t heard from her daughter or her two grandchildren. Sh…

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Episode 168: Two Years Into the Russian Invasion, Ukrainian Nightlife Is Thriving 42:09

1M ago42:09

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Two years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, nightlife goes on. Investigative reporter Adam Robb has been traveling into the country to talk to locals and document everyday life for everyday citizens who have been living amongst the backdrop of war. Along the way, he learned how living amongst drone and missile attacks, drafts and daily deaths and …

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Bikin' Bits: Hot Springs, Arkansas - Fun, Flowy, No Tech Lunch Time Ride 11:57

2M ago11:57

11:57

Welcome to Bikin' Bits - a bit about bikin' - so you don't have to look forever to find the trails you want to ride. Where we tell you the loops to ride, the loopdy-loops to ride, the uphills, the downhills. Where we summarize the trails, so you know exactly where you want to go, how long you want to spend, how much elevation you want to gain and h…

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Fatal Jealousy 1:22:49

2M ago1:22:49

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In 2015, 35-year-old Kendra Hatcher became a victim of a murder-for-hire plot fueled by jealousy. Kendra was a pediatric dentist living in Dallas who was in a romantic relationship with dermatologist Ricky Paniagua. She was in love with Ricky, but she didn’t know that Ricky had a jealous ex who was stalking her and eventually wanted her dead. Join …

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Episode 167: Is the Natural Wine Movement at a Crossroads? 37:11

2M ago37:11

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In this episode, natural wine importer Jenny Lefcourt shares her response to the USDA's new regulations on organic agricultural products and what it may mean for the wine industry moving forward. With many leaders in the space left in limbo, we can't help but ask: How have these changes impacted producers small and large? What does this mean for th…

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How We Can All Achieve Self-Employment Success & Get Better At Pricing with Brook McCarthy, Business Coach & Digital Marketing Educator 1:25:40

3M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

In this episode, we sit down and learn from Brook McCarthy, a seasoned business coach, digital marketing trainer and self-employment advocate for female entrepreneurship. Brook shares her transformative journey from self-doubt to self-employment in the last 16 years and highlights the unique challenges women face in the business world. She dives in…

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Tasmanian whisky stalwart Hellyers Road crowfunds new chapter 31:00

2M ago31:00

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In this episode we meet Derek Charge, who is CEO of Hellyers Road Distillery in Tasmania. Hellyers Road was founded in 1997 by a group of dairy farmers who decided to diversify their business into the production of whisky. At the time of this episode going to air, the company is in the final stages of an equity crowdfunding campaign that has alread…

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Dr. Killer: The Murder of Deepti Gupta 1:40:16

2M ago1:40:16

1:40:16

California physicians Deepti Gupta and Kevin Paul Anderson were starting their own pediatric practice together when they had an affair. Both were married to other people. Anderson was loved by his patients and had been a mentor to Deepti, who was ten years younger. The day before she was murdered, Deepti had finished all her requirements to become …

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Episode 166: Additives in Tequila Are Hugely Controversial. But Do They Really Matter? 21:04

2M ago21:04

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With so much tequila being poured—and so much potential profit on the table—the debate around how tequila is made and marketed has never been more pointed. We caught up with spirits reviewer Kara Newman about the ongoing raid and why additives in tequila are so divisive in the first place. Listen as Newman goes deep on additive use in tequila, how …

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World champion gluten-free beer: Two Bays Brewing 29:49

3M ago29:49

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In this episode, we meet Richard Jeffares, founder of the gluten-free brewery Two Bays, which recently won a gold medal for its Session Ale at the World Beer Cup. The World Beer Cup is often referred to as ‘The Olympics Of Beer’. It's held in America every two years and unlike most of the other drinks competitions around, there is only one gold, si…

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From Māori Cultural Roots to The World of Property Investment with Tyson Whitewood from PropVesting 1:23:27

3M ago1:23:27

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In this episode, we do a deep dive into Tyson Whitewood's journey from Māori cultural roots to Australian property investment success. Tyson shares his personal and professional journey of how a teacher inspired him to defy the norms, think differently and build intergenerational wealth. This is Tyson's property playbook, from his humble beginnings…

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Evolving as neurodivergent creative beings with Lauren Matthews Artist (part 2): Unpacking creative processes, the NEIS program, TEATOWELS, Monday Mindset and more 1:32:30

3M ago1:32:30

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🎙️In today’s chat, we sit down for the second time with Creator and Artist Lauren Matthews @‌laurenmatthewsartist a multidisciplinary artist living on Wadawurrung Land in Regional Victoria, Australia.⁠ Episode chapters and areas we discuss: Navigating Tokenism as a creative artist Discovering our Creative Skillset Planning for Post-PhD Future Unexp…

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The Missing Sodder Children 1:23:38

3M ago1:23:38

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Just after midnight on Christmas Eve 1945, Jennie Sodder woke up to the smell of smoke. The home she shared with her husband, George, and nine of their children, was going up in flames. It would be over seven hours before the fire department arrived. By then, the two-story house had burned to the ground — and five of the Sodder children were missin…

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A whisky nerd turns pro: Rod Berry of Amber Lane Distillery 34:57

3M ago34:57

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We're joined this episode by Rod Berry of Amber Lane, a whisky distillery based in the Yarramalong Valley, north of Sydney. Rod’s longstanding enthusiasm for whisky gradually evolved into an obsession while working in his previous career as a lawyer. Ultimately, Rod joined forces with friend and fellow whisky enthusiast Phil Townsend to set up the …

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Episode 165: Can You Enjoy Wine Culture Without Actually Drinking? 40:36

3M ago40:36

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Anna-Christina Cabrales, Tasting Director at Wine Enthusiast, delves into the world of sobriety in the wine industry with guest Abe Zarate, known as @sober_somm on Instagram. Together, they examine sobriety and explore the idea of enjoying wine culture while abstaining from alcohol, emphasizing that being “sober” can mean different things for diffe…

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Chef Michael Ryan's spirits venture, Beechworth Bitters 27:30

3M ago27:30

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In this episode we return to Beechworth in High Country Victoria, after having Ben Kraus from Bridge Road Brewers on the show last year. This time we’re joined by chef Michael Ryan from the highly acclaimed Beechworth restaurant, Provenance, to discuss Beechworth Bitters Company, his side project dedicated to amaro and cocktail bitters. A few years…

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Breaking Creative Boundaries Part 2: Personal Journey from Amateur Creator to Founder with Nat Siagian & Alesandra Hernandez 50:23

3M ago50:23

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Welcome to a special three-part series of The Personhood's Passion to Paycheck Podcast with our guest cohost and friend Alesandra. In this series, we do a deep dive delving into personal and professional creative journeys. Al is an emerging creator, writer, and enthusiast of storytelling, with a knack for engaging conversation. We uncover the in-be…

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Finding Culture and Community through Wine Lovers Travel 1:09:58

4M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

As a craft beer lover, would you consider a wine tour? How about if that wine tour was across the ocean? Say, in places like Croatia, Spain, or even Australia? Gail from Wine Lovers Travel is doing just that - combining her passion for wine and travel and bringing them together to create community. Meet Gail from Wine Lovers Travel If you've ever c…

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Split Decision: The Murder of Dr. Jack Wilson 1:39:21

4M ago1:39:21

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As fraternal twins, Betty and Peggy were together from the very beginning. As adults, they were very different people but remained best friends. Then, in 1992, they either conspired together to have Betty’s husband killed or fought together to prove their innocence. Join us at the quiet end for Split Decision. After Betty’s husband, Dr. Jack Wilson…

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F1 star Valtteri Bottas and Corrina Wright of Ihana Wine 26:19

4M ago26:19

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Ihana Wine is a boutique wine brand launched by Finnish Formula One driver Valtteri Bottas in partnership with sixth generation McLaren Vale wine company Oliver’s Taranga. A ten-time race winner currently driving for the Kick Sauber F1 team, Valtteri shares with us his longstanding passion for wine, and specifically South Australian shiraz, which h…

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Breaking Creative Boundaries Part 1: The Journey from Amateur Creator to Founder with Nat Siagian & Alesandra Hernandez 49:42

4M ago49:42

49:42

Welcome to a special three-part series of The Personhood's Passion to Paycheck Podcast with our guest cohost and friend Alesandra. In this series, we do a deep dive delving into personal and professional creative journeys. Al is an emerging creator, writer, and enthusiast of storytelling, with a knack for engaging conversation. We uncover both the …

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Episode 164: What Makes a Private-Label Wine? 42:56

4M ago42:56

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What is a private label, exactly? Think Costco’s Kirkland; Trader Joe’s Charles Shaw, or Two-Buck Chuck; or Target’s California Roots. Sometimes these private labels are easy to pick out, while other times they hide in plain sight. In this episode, Alison Crowe, vice president of winemaking for Plata Wine Partners, a leading private-label producer …

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Chuck Hahn returns with Chuck & Son's Brewing Co 24:18

4M ago24:18

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We're joined this episode by the founders of Sydney’s newest craft brewery, Chuck & Son’s Brewing Company. And yes, we’re talking about Chuck Hahn, who is sensationally making a return to the brewing industry in partnership with his son Scott. Chuck notched up 50 years in the brewing industry in 2021, which we celebrated on this podcast with this s…

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Weh Yeoh's Social Entrepreneurship Journey From Redundant Charities to Co-Founding a Social Enterprise Business 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

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In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of Weh Yeoh's personal and professional journey as a social entrepreneur who has dedicated close to two decades to fostering social impact. Weh challenges conventional charity models, advocating for strategic redundancy through ventures like OIC Cambodia and becoming a co-founder for Umbo, a…

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The SoulFire Project: A Guitar and a Full Tank of Gas 43:52

4M ago43:52

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If you’ve ever had a dream that doesn’t fit the typical dream, this is the episode to listen to. Join us on a beach in Baja, where we sit down with Copper right after The SoulFire Project set us all afire with their light and soul! In 30 minutes you’ll be inspired to ditch everything you don't need and follow everything you’ve always wanted to do. …

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Killer Couple: Karla Homolka & Paul Bernardo 2:00:27

4M ago2:00:27

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17-year-old Karla Homolka met 23-year-old Paul Bernardo in 1987. Some saw their meeting as love at first sight, but the two had a dangerous attraction which would drive them to commit abductions, sexual assaults, and even murder. This good-looking couple became obsessed with each other. And Paul was very controlling of Karla. But Paul Bernardo’s cr…

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Stupendous Savagnin with Crittenden Wines 25:09

4M ago25:09

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Rollo Crittenden is general manager, winemaker and vineyard manager of Crittenden Wines in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula region. Mornington Peninsula is synonymous with premium quality pinot noir and chardonnay, and Crittenden certainly excels at making wine from those varieties. But when it comes to differentiating the winery from its peers, Rol…

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