Best John Hollinger Podcasts (2024)

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H&D: Knicks/Wolves Trade Official; Rose and Mutombo; Playoff Matchup Roulette 1:14:00

20h ago1:14:00

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Buckle up! John returns with a riveting explanation of all the crazy cap machinations that made the Wolves/Knicks trade possible. Does the league have a right to be annoyed with this kind of “circumvention?” 12:40. We also discuss whether we would have done this deal as the Knicks and Wolves and the pros and cons for each side. 18:23. Then we discu…

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Navigating the Current Beer Industry Challenges 49:07

3d ago49:07

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Last weekend in New Hampshire, amid the revelry of the Schilling Beer Co. Oktoberfest – a festival I’ll say should be on your radar for next year – I got together with some brewer owners from around the country to record this conversation. There is a lot of uncertainty in the industry these days and folks are trying to figure out the path forward i…

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Episode 493 - Brendan Breslin, Wishful Thinking Brewing

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Episode 493 - Brendan Breslin, Wishful Thinking Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re sticking with the Lehigh Valley this week to talk to Brendan Breslin of Wishful Thinking Brewing. Our pal Sam Masotto from Bonn Place introduced us, so we asked Brendan to hop on for a conversation about Czech-style lagers, Detroit-style pizza, and brewing with loc…

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Won’t Be Ready for Camp 56:09

10d ago56:09

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John and Nate discuss the news that Kawhi Leonard won’t be cleared to start camp, the possibility of trading Kawhi (4:18), and whether the Kawhi trade and full-draft trades in general are worth it (5:51). Also, Mitchell Robinson won’t be back until the winter (15:00), and Joel Embiid agrees to an extension. (23:55) Plus, more mailbag questions on w…

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Celebrating Cask Ale This Week and Every Week 38:43

10d ago38:43

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https://staustellbrewery.co.uk/A conversation on the importance, process, and tradition of cask ale, with Georgina Young the brewing director of St. Austell Brewery. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: John Holl Guest: Georgina Young Sponsors: All About Beer, Denver Rare Beer Tasting Tags: Britian, Drinking, Bars, Pubs, …

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Episode 492 - Sam Masotto, Bonn Place Brewing (Bethlehem PA Part 1)

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Episode 492 - Sam Masotto, Bonn Place Brewing (Bethlehem PA Part 1) Happy Monday, Thieves! It doesn’t get much fresher than this. We just recorded this episode with Sam from Bonn Place less than two hours ago and here it, fresh off the line, for your enjoyment. Tune in next week for more from Bethlehem, PA and Sam’s collaborators, Wishful Thinking …

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BONUS: Unpacking Beer's Romantic Facts with Jeff Alworth 47:53

17d ago47:53

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Myths are everywhere in beer. We don't know when certain breweries were actually created, when some brewing styles were invented, or we have preconceived notions of how certain things should be. In reality, they are not true at all. Beer writer Jeff Alworth has a phrase for some of these: romantic facts. Some are semi-accurate but the truth is stre…

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Episode 491 - Post-Rochester Fall Catch Up

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Episode 491 - Post-Rochester Fall Catch Up Happy Monday, Thieves! Our Rochester roll has come to an end so we sat down last week, just the four of us, to catch up and see how the summer’s been. Casse provided the blinds this week and boy, are they fun. Tune in and let us know what you think! *** As always, you can email your questions, complaints, …

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September Mailbag! 1:01:15

21d ago1:01:15

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John and Nate discuss disagreements on recent extensions involving Jamal Murray, Andrew Nembhard, and TJ McConnell. Then, a typically great series of questions from our listeners: Is it better to have good players paid a little more than they’re worth or value contracts for solid players? 15:29 Will the new CBA restrictions chill activity at the tr…

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Visiting the British Pub, No Matter the Weather 1:08:20

24d ago1:08:20

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In Pub for All Seasons: A Yearlong Journey in Search of the Perfect British Local (Headline, 2024) Adrian Tierney-Jones deftly unpacks what makes these locations so special, while also sharing details of his own life. The result is a page and calendar turner that helps reveal how different times of year bring out different experiences. It will insp…

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Episode 490 - Sean O'Keefe, Pontoon Brewing

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Episode 490 - Sean O'Keefe, Pontoon Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! Our final Rochester show drops today. We’re welcoming Sean O’Keefe of Pontoon Brewing. This episode was recorded on our third day in the city, and mere hours before the Luau began. Sean is the founder of Pontoon Brewing, who had to close his doors earlier this year after a mess with…

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Visiting the Great Bars of New York City 35:23

1M ago35:23

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There is no shortage of excellent places to drink in New York City, and on this episode, we're talking with Karla and James Murray, the photographers behind a new book Great Bars of New York City: 30 of Manhattan’s Favorite Storied Drinking Establishments (Prestel). For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: John Holl Guest: Ka…

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Episode 489 - Mike Pallen, Mikerphone Brewing

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Episode 489 - Mike Pallen, Mikerphone Brewing Happy Labor Day, Thieves! Just like summer, our Rochester shows are in the final strectches. This week we’re joined by Mike Pallen of Mikerphone Brewing outside of Chicago. Tune in for a conversation about music, sneakers, festivals, beer, and more. *** As always, you can email your questions, complaint…

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All About Malört: Listen at Your Own Risk 45:44

1M ago45:44

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Author Josh Noel talks about his new book Malort: The Redemption of a Revered and Reviled Spirit. It's a story of stubbornness and luck, determination, underground appreciation, and mainstream popularity. The wormwood liquor is easy to hate but should be wonderfully appreciated. It is a uniquely Chicago story, and there is no one better than Noel t…

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Episode 488 -David D'Allesandro, Frequentem Brewing Co.

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Episode 488 -David D'Allesandro, Frequentem Brewing Co. Happy Monday, Thieves! The Rochester Reign continues this week. Our final of three shows recorded at Strangebird Brewing brings up David D'Allesandro of Frequentem in CANANDAIGUA (it’s in New York, look it up). Bikes, fruits in lagers, general fun, and learning about how one small brewery is g…

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Creating Low ABV Beers with Great Depth 51:09

2M ago51:09

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There’s some really fun beers happening inside of a small Rhode Island brewery. This week, it’s a conversation with Cheyne Tessier of Origin Beer Project about low abv beers, art, and establishing a home base. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: John Holl Guest: Cheyne Tessier Sponsors: All About Beer Tags: Rhode Island,…

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Episode 487 - Mike Beebe is Back

2M ago

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Episode 487 - Mike Beebe is Back Happy Monday, Thieves! Our friend and Rochester native Mike Beebe is back on the show this week. He was instrumental in bringing this trip together? Maybe? I dunno, some might say that. But we’re happy to have him back. Tune in and let us know what you think! *** As always, you can email your questions, complaints, …

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John Mallett Drives Home the Importance of Brewery Safety 50:12

2M ago50:12

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A conversation recorded in Providence, Rhode Island with longtime brewmaster John Mallett, formerly of Bells Brewery who is currently happily retired. It’s a chat about brewery safety, building recipes, and insight from a career that impacted so many. Last week I was in Rhode Island to help judge the inaugural Rhode Worthy Beer Cup. It was happenin…

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Episode 486 - The Brewers of Strangebird

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Episode 459 - The Brewers of Strangebird Happy Monday, Thieves! This week we’re starting Day 2 in Rochester with Micah Krichinsky and Eric Salazar of Strangebird Brewery. Tune in for a conversation about barrels, lagers, saisons, and more. Will Cleveland is back for more, sitting in the Don Tse seat. Tune in and let us know what you think! *** As a…

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Beer History Through Brewhouse Sales 41:12

2M ago41:12

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It’s a conversation about both history and modern beer with Alan Pugsley, the long-time brewery consultant who helped launch so many beers in the early days of the craft movement and more recently has gotten into the gluten-free beer space. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: John Holl Guests: Alan Pugsley Sponsors: All …

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Episode 485 - Paul Grenier, Mortalis Brewing

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Episode 458 - Paul Grenier, Mortalis Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! The Rochester train chugs along another week. This episode, we’re talking to Paul Grenier of Mortalis, the other Rochester, NY brewery co-hosting the Luau festival, about hospitality and beer festivals generally. Tune in and let us know what you think! *** As always, you can email …

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The State of the National Black Brewers Association 47:41

2M ago47:41

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As it continues to do important work, reach milestones, and look towards the future, the National Black Brewers Association has put out a report detailing its accomplishments. Kevin Asato, the executive director is here for a conversation. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: John Holl Guests: Kevin Asato Sponsors: All Ab…

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2024 Summer League Extravaganza! 1:02:09

2M ago1:02:09

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We are honored to be graced by official Summer League Award Voter John Hollinger to hand out some unofficial Summer League Awards: Who will be the best rookie this year, and who will have the best career? Who changed your opinion the most for the better? Most disappointing player? “I nailed this one,” guys who looked exactly like you thought they w…

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Episode 484 - Andy Cook. Swiftwater Brewing

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Episode 457 - Andy Cook. Swiftwater Brewing Happy Monday, Thieves! The Rochester suite continues with Andy Cook of Swiftwater. Recorded at his brewery, Andy is the co-host of the Luau, the festival that brought Augie and John to the city to begin with. Plus, Will Cleveland firmly settles into the Don Tse seat. Tune in and let us know what you think…

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Bonus: Brewer to Brewer with Shaun O'Sullivan and Chuck Silva 1:05:35

2M ago1:05:35

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Shaun O'Sullivan of 21st Amendment Brewery interviews Chuck Silva of Silva Brewing on this bonus episode of Brewer to Brewer. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Firsd Tea is a proud sponsor of the Brewer to Brewer podcast. Firsd Tea has been working with brewers on a wide range of teas and botanicals in popular and successful beers. Firsd Tea …

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Episode 483 - Dean Jones, Genesee Brewhouse Pilot Brewery

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Episode 456 - Dean Jones, Genesee Brewhouse Pilot Brewery Hold on to your shirt button, thieves. It's episode two from Rochester, NY as we're joined by Dean Jones of Genesee Brewhouse Pilot Brewery. Tuen in and let us know what you think! *** As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmai…

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Beware the Grain Dust: A Conversation About Brewery Safety 33:45

3M ago33:45

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A few weeks back Dave Haydysch of Lone Rider Beer began posting shots of himself on social media in the hospital after being admitted for breathing problems. It turns out it was exposure to malt dust that landed him there. He’s been part of the North Carolina Craft Beer Industry since 2010 when he got his start at Fullsteam Brewery in Durham, NC. I…

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Episode 482 - Will Cleveland - Welcome to Rochester

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Episode 455 - Will Cleveland - Welcome to Rochester Welcome to Rochester, Thieves! We kick off nine weeks of shows from the Flour City with Will Cleveland. He's our sherpa on a guide to cream ales and garbage plates. This episode was recorded at the Genesee Brewhouse (thanks for their hospitality) and lays the base for all that is to come. Will Cle…

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Learning Life Lessons with Lew Bryson 59:15

3M ago59:15

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Lew Bryson is on the show this week. He’s a long-time writer in the beer and whisky space, a voice of reason, and honestly just a force of good and positivity in an otherwise dreary world. I’ve been fortunate to call Bryson a friend for the better part of 20 years now. As a writer starting off in the beer space he was one of a few that was generous…

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Episode 481 - J. Wakefield Says Goodbye to Wynwood

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Episode 454 - J. Wakefield Says Goodbye to Wynwood Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re talking to an old friend today, Jonathan Wakefield of Miami’s J. Wakefield Brewing. He’s breaking a bit of news about the future of the brewery that’s anchored the Wynwood section of Miami for the last decade. Tune in and hear about that as well as the future of J. Wake…

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Don Tse Nerds Out with Brewers About Decoction 48:47

3M ago48:47

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Don Tse takes over hosting duties on this episode recorded live at Forever Lager. He talks with a trio of brewers about decoction mashing. This is a fun, entertaining, and engaging listen. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer. Host: Don Tse Guests: Zach Adams of Fox Farm, Eric Larkin of Cohesion Brewing, and Shawn Cooper of Half…

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48 Hours into Free Agency 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

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John and Nate discuss all the big events of the last few days: John’s most surprising transaction How good the PG Sixers are, and what cap shenanigans they can use to add a power forward. Our West power rankings as it stands today The fit of Hartenstein and Caruso in OKC Klay Thompson, Quentin Grimes, and Naji Marshall in Dallas. Whether there’s an…

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