Best McMenamins Podcasts (2024)

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One Man Gathers What Another Man Spills: Chasing History 36:24

2h ago36:24

36:24

What kind of pub/hotel/handcrafting/live music business has a history department? And why? In Episode 3 of The Red Shed Tapes we’re talking about how history is an integral part of the McMenamins experience and how 28-year historian Tim Hills built a department from the ground up as the company was restoring buildings from the roof down. We’ll meet…

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Grass growth and managing fodder with Teagasc advisor Fergal Maguire 24:59

2M ago24:59

24:59

In the final episode of the first season of the AgriFocus podcast, we're joined by Teagasc advisor Fergal Maguire. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector.…

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How the land sector plays an important role in fighting climate change 19:11

3M ago19:11

19:11

In today's episode we're joined by Dr Eimear Cotter, Director of Evidence and Assessment with the Environmental Protection Agency. We discuss how the land use sector plays an important role in fighting climate change. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directl…

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Revenue's new guidance on VAT refunds 18:54

3M ago18:54

18:54

In today's episode we're joined by Head of Tax for IFAC, Marty Murphy to discuss Revenue's new guidance on VAT refunds Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector.…

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Top issues for farmers as elections loom with Denis Drennan 24:57

3M ago24:57

24:57

In today's episode Agriland Editor Stella Meehan is joined by ICMSA president Denis Drennan to discuss the ICMSA's election guide and the issues effecting farmers right now. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and t…

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Land prices and rental with chartered surveyor Dillon Murtagh 20:45

4M ago20:45

20:45

In this episode, Agriland editor Stella Meehan sits down with chartered valuation surveyor, Dillon Murtagh of Murtagh Bros. to discuss the land sale and rental market in Ireland. Last week the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) along with Teagasc published the Agricultural Land Market Review and Outlook Report 2024. Among the findings of…

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Weather and tillage with Teagasc's Michael Hennessy 23:51

5M ago23:51

23:51

In this episode, head of Crops Knowledge Transfer Department at Teagasc, Michael Hennessy joins us to discuss everything to do with the effect the extended wet weather has had on the tillage sector. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers…

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Land price values with Sherry Fitzgerald 24:54

5M ago24:54

24:54

In this episode, Agriland editor, Stella Meehan sits down with associate director with Sherry Fitzgerald Country Homes, Farms & Estates, Philip Guckian to discuss the latest Agricultural Land Price Barometer. He explains what type of land is fetching the highest prices, why large estates are more difficult to come by in some areas of the country an…

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Record sheep prices with Seamus McMenamin of Bord Bia 20:12

5M ago20:12

20:12

In this episode, Agriland deputy news editor Francess McDonnell, speaks to sheepmeat and livestock manager with Bord Bia, Seamus McMenamin about record sheep prices being seen in the run-up to Easter. They discuss the prospects for the sheep trade for 2024, how prices and have improved since 2023 and markets for Irish sheepmeat and lamb. The AgriFo…

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Minister Pippa Hackett on being a female in farming and politics 27:58

5M ago27:58

27:58

In this episode, Agriland editor, Stella Meehan sits down with Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Pippa Hackett to mark International Women’s Day. The minister outlines her route into organic farming, the challenges she faces as a Green Party politician working in agriculture and what she feels is the most rewa…

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Michael Fitzmaurice on new political party, climate and forming a government 27:18

7M ago27:18

27:18

In a sit-down interview with Agriland, following his announcement that he would be joining Independent Ireland, Deputy Fitzmaurice spoke about the reasons why he decided to join the party established by fellow independent TDs Michael Collins and Richard O’Donoghue. The party was established late last year with an aim to “respect the work and change…

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Protests, nitrates and Mercosur with former Macra president Thomas Duffy 26:44

7M ago26:44

26:44

Go beyond the headlines with our podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector. In this episode Agriland editor Stella Meehan, is joined by former president of Macra and former vice-president of CEJA (European Council of Young Farmers), Thoma…

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Let There be Songs to Fill the Air 38:02

8M ago38:02

38:02

Creating a place to hear music is a lot like creating music itself: You have to know when to leave space for drama and resonance, and every decision counts. In Episode Two of The Red Shed Tapes, we’ll hear about reopening the legendary Crystal Ballroom during the height of Portland’s indie rock era. We’ll find out why curating playlists for each Mc…

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Discussing the Agri-Food Regulator powers with Joe Healy 24:58

8M ago24:58

24:58

Go beyond the headlines with our podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector. In this episode Agriland editor Stella Meehan, is joined by chair of An Rialálaí Agraibhia (The Agri-Food Regulator) board, Joe Healy. Healy is former president o…

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Slurry and deadlines with ACA president Noel Feeney 27:47

8M ago27:47

27:47

In this episode Agriland editor Stella Meehan, is joined by president of the Agricultural Consultants Association (ACA) who sits down to discuss the pressure on advisors and farmers as the consider slurry management during the month of January. He also stresses that the system of farm advisory services in this country needs to be completely reviewe…

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In conversation with ICMSA presidents 20:33

8M ago20:33

20:33

In December, Agriland spoke with former ICMSA president Pat McCormack to discuss his time in the role, and the future of the Irish dairy sector. We also caught up with new ICMSA president Denis Drennan about the challenges facing the sector, how he will change public perception, and the outlook for 2024. Go beyond the headlines with our podcast ser…

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AgriFocus Rewind - a look back at some of the highlights of 2023 25:06

9M ago25:06

25:06

Go beyond the headlines with our podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector.By Agriland

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Head of ICBF explains impact of changes to Euro-Star beef index 28:00

9M ago28:00

28:00

Go beyond the headlines with our podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector. In this week’s episode we talk to ICBF CEO Sean Coughlan about the potential impact of changes to the Euro-Star beef index.…

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Is the money right to get more farmers into forestry? 27:17

10M ago27:17

27:17

Go beyond the headlines with our podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector. In this week’s episode we talk to Andy Dunne. the co-author of a new report from the Agricultural Consultants’ Association (ACA) on why farmers need to be “encour…

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All things nitrates with Dr. Joe Patton 31:48

10M ago31:48

31:48

In this week’s episode ahead of the National Dairy Conference 2023 on November 29, head of dairy knowledge transfer with Teagasc, Dr. Joe Patton joins Agriland editor Stella Meehan to discuss the looming Nitrates Derogation regulations which come into effect on January 1, 2024 and what dairy farmers should be doing now. Go beyond the headlines with…

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Budget 2024 Special - the headline measures for agriculture 40:15

11M ago40:15

40:15

In this episode Ciaran Fitzgerald, who is a food economist with over 30 years’ experience in the agri food sector and a regular columnist at Agriland, joins Stella Meehan to take a look at everything effecting agriculture and rural life that was announced today in Budget 2024. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where …

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From top cows to prize money and the challenges in between - The countdown to the AXA National Dairy Show 23:54

11M ago23:54

23:54

In this episode, Irish Holstein Friesian Association CEO Laurence Feeney, joins Agriland Deputy News Editor Francess McDonnell to discuss the upcoming National Dairy Show in association with AXA, and a challenging year for dairy farmers in Ireland. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some…

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Sustainability in agri-food systems from the EIT Climate-KIC conference 27:44

12M ago27:44

27:44

In this week’s episode, Agriland editor Stella Meehan is joined by Andy Kerr, chief strategy officer, EIT Climate-KIC, at the From farm to fork: Shaping sustainable food systems conference held in Dublin. EIT Climate-KIC is one of the main EU innovation agencies working across multiple countries to develop ways to tackle climate change.…

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Long, Strange Trip 32:20

12M ago32:20

32:20

Join host Shannon McMenamin on a long, strange trip through McMenamins’ destiny-altering love of beer, art, music, history, and community. Opening the Barley Mill in 1983, helping pass legislation that forever changed Oregon's pub and dining culture, hiring Thursday Jane (who's still with the company 40 years later), and unearthing the Red Shed its…

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Nitrates derogation, politics and the president at Ploughing 2023 23:37

12M ago23:37

23:37

Agriland editor Stella Meehan brings you through some highlights from Agriland's official live stream of the 2023 National Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska, Co. Laois. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and th…

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TRAILER - The Red Shed Tapes 1:50

12M ago1:50

1:50

Welcome to "The Red Shed Tapes," a mixtape of the stories and lore at the heart of McMenamins’ long, strange trip. An ongoing collection of history, interviews and behind the scenes antics, "The Red Shed Tapes" celebrates McMenamins' devotion to community, art, music, historic preservation, and enchanting spaces where people forge lasting memories.…

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What you need to know about installing solar on your farm 22:32

1y ago22:32

22:32

Managing Director of Local Power Ltd Pat Smith joins Agriland editor Stella Meehan to discuss all things solar. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector.…

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What does the future hold for suckler farming? 25:55

1y ago25:55

25:55

ICSA General Secretary Eddie Punch, joins Agriland editor Stella Meehan to discuss what the future for suckler farming in Ireland holds and the negative perception of farmers in portions of the media. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farme…

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What would a PGI for Irish Grass Fed Beef mean? With Mark Zieg 28:08

1y ago28:08

28:08

In this episode, Beef Sector Manager at Bord Bia Mark Zieg, joins Agriland editor Stella Meehan to discuss what would a PGI for Irish Grass Fed Beef mean, and the outlook for the beef sector going forward. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on …

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Rerun: Murder Coffee 1:08:34

1y ago1:08:34

1:08:34

This episode is one of our favorites, and also a fan favorite, so we decided to play it again while we take a little summer break. We hope you enjoy it again!-There may be no bigger genre than true crime at this moment in time so we decided to see if we could find a true crime coffee. And what do you know, we found the Murder Coffee Company. This w…

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Weather, yields and tillage incomes for Harvest 2023 24:55

1y ago24:55

24:55

In this episode, head of Crops Knowledge Transfer Department at Teagasc, Michael Hennessy joins Agriland editor Stella Meehan to discuss everything to do with this year’s cereal harvest, including crop yields, weather and tillage incomes. Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the ke…

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Coffee Project NY 1:17:46

1y ago1:17:46

1:17:46

Steph went to NYC and all she brought back was this delicious coffee and an amazing story about two Malaysian immigrant women who are making waves in the specialty coffee world. This is the story about how in 2015 Chi Sum Ngai and Kaleena Teoh quit their jobs to follow their dream of owning a coffee shop in a 400 square foot space and ended up as t…

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Bonus: Uncle Nearest vs. Jack Daniels Love It or Leave It 27:03

1y ago27:03

27:03

On our Patreon, we release weekly bonus episodes called Love It or Leave It where we give our unfiltered opinions on various coffee or episode related products. For our most recent Patreon episode, we compared Uncle Nearest whiskey to Jack Daniels whiskey as a companion to our most recent full length episode. We decided to release this episode to e…

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Uncle Nearest + Jack Daniels Coffee 1:06:20

1y ago1:06:20

1:06:20

In this episode we talk about how Jack Daniel left home as a young boy and was taken in by a pastor with a distillery side hustle run by a master distiller and enslaved man named Nathan "Nearest" Green, also known as Uncle Nearest. Young Jack became the assistant to Uncle Nearest and Uncle Nearest became like a father to Jack. When Jack was an adul…

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Machinery prices, labour shortages and career opportunities 23:14

1y ago23:14

23:14

Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector. In this episode, Executive Director of the Farm Tractor & Machinery Traders Association Michael Farrelly, joins Agriland editor Stella Meehan to discuss agri …

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Politics & Irish Agriculture 21:08

1y ago21:08

21:08

Go beyond the headlines with our new podcast series – AgriFocus – where we take a closer look at some of the key issues that directly impact on farmers, rural communities and the agri-sector. In this episode Ciaran Fitzgerald, who is a food economist with over 30 years’ experience in the agri food sector and a regular columnist at Agriland, joins F…

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Be honest, be kind, be curious 20:34

1y ago20:34

20:34

In part two of this conversation, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton is joined by his Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association counterpart, Jason Brandt. The two discuss leadership with Shannon McMenamin of the McMenamin's chain of brewpubs, breweries, music venues, historic hotels and theater pubs. Shannon shares her l…

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Snoop Dogg + INDOxyz Coffee 1:41:58

1y ago1:41:58

1:41:58

DOMINO M*TH*RF*CK*R!Click to hear more!INDOxyz: https://indo.xyz/collections/frontpage/products/sumatra-gayo- Buy a mystery box of past products that we have tried on the podcast! For $10 you will receive 10 cups worth of coffee. Includes shipping! Limited supplies, buy here: https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/YUHJNDHDX2CTEHelp us buy …

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Melitta Bentz, Inventor of the Pour-Over Brew Method 1:13:17

1+ y ago1:13:17

1:13:17

In this week's episode Jenni tells us about her favorite person in coffee history, the OG 3rd wave coffee connoisseur and inventor of the pour-over method of brewing coffee, Melitta Bentz and the company she founded and named after herself. In 1908, Melitta was unhappy with percolated coffee, the most common way of brewing coffee in Germany where s…

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Northwest Hospitality Leadership Podcast: Shannon McMenamin 25:38

1+ y ago25:38

25:38

In this episode, Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton is joined by his Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association counterpart, Jason Brandt. The two discuss leadership with Shannon McMenamin of the McMenamin's chain of brewpubs, breweries, music venues, historic hotels and theater pubs. Thank you to our sponsor, the Clean B…

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Alpha Male Coffee 1:06:21

1+ y ago1:06:21

1:06:21

This is our first episode where we decided not to name the coffee company! Our entire podcast is based on giving no bad reviews to whatever coffee we try. There are companies out there that hold ideologies that we can only give bad reviews to so we purposefully avoid the products of those coffee companies. For today’s episode, Steph’s partner was s…

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Good Foods Awards + Pedestrian Coffee and Goshen Coffee Roasters 1:07:52

1+ y ago1:07:52

1:07:52

The Good Food Awards winners for 2023 were just announced and so we thought it fitting that Marcus should do an episode about the Good Foods Awards, given his own personal experience with the competition. In this episode, Marcus tells us about the Good Food Awards and the process to become a winner. We also highlight the two coffee roasters from Il…

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Cheese Flavored Flavor Coffee + History of Cheese 1:09:34

1+ y ago1:09:34

1:09:34

This week’s episode is all about words that should never go together: coffee + cheese flavored. When we first started, cheese flavored coffee was suggested to us by our friend and owner of Ten Drops Coffee. So we had to buy it but Jenni hid it away while Steph and Marcus forgot about it. Then Jenni learned a crazy fact that she had to share with th…

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Northwest Hospitality Leadership Podcast: Frank Welton and leadership, part 2 20:06

1+ y ago20:06

20:06

Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton discusses leadership with Frank Welton, former regional vice president of Hilton International and a recent recipient of the Burtenshaw Lifetime Achievement Award. In part two of Anthony's conversation with Frank, the two talk about leading a new generation of teams. Frank also talked…

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McMenamins of Portland, OR 1:03:57

1+ y ago1:03:57

1:03:57

We received a bag of McMenamins Sabertooth coffee from a friend and listener who traveled to Portland, OR and found the company to be so fascinating that we decided to do an entire episode about them.Two brothers, born and raised in Portland, started with a single business and have grown to be a multimillion dollar staple of the Pacific Northwest. …

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Turkish Coffee + The Origins of Coffee Culture 1:14:14

1+ y ago1:14:14

1:14:14

In this week's episode, Jenni covers Turkish style coffee and the origins of coffee culture. The first recorded history of coffee dates back to the mid 1500s in Yemen. Sultan Suleiman then spread it throughout the entire Ottoman Empire. Turkish style coffee brewed using a cezve/ibrik became so prominent that it is still the main brew method through…

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Frank Welton's Four principles of leadership 19:42

1+ y ago19:42

19:42

Washington Hospitality Association President & CEO Anthony Anton discusses leadership with Frank Welton, former regional vice president of Hilton International and a recent recipient of the Burtenshaw Lifetime Achievement Award. In this conversation, Frank reflects on his 50-year career in hospitality and his own 4 Principles of Leadership: Taking…

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La Colombe 1:01:33

1+ y ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Welcome to the episode where we answer the question we've all been wondering, how to pronounce La Colombe! This is a mainstream coffee company best known for their ready to drink canned coffee and second most known for the TV show, Dangerous Grounds. La Colombe was founded by BFFs JP Iberti and Todd Carmichael. You can tell which is the most outgoi…

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Hebrew Coffee + Happy Purim! 1:17:27

1+ y ago1:17:27

1:17:27

In honor of the Jewish holiday of Purim, this year celebrated on March 6, Steph had the fun idea of telling us about the history of Purim and how it is celebrated today. This is a fascinating story about Esther and how she helped the Jews of Persia save themselves from a decree of murder issued by Haman, the eventually disgraced Viceroy of the King…

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Anodyne Coffee + Democratic Republic of the Congo 1:42:29

1+ y ago1:42:29

1:42:29

Steph went on vacation to Milwaukee and brought back a bag of Anodyne Coffee. First she tells us the story of the marathon running founder that has built an incredibly successful business in Milwaukee over the last 25 years. Then we try a coffee from Anodyne, a single-origin coffee from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a region that is hard to…

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