Best Ontario Craft Brewers Podcasts (2025)

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Scott Simmons - Advocating for Ontario's Craft Brewers and Celebrating Community Spirit (President, Ontario Craft Brewers Association) 44:13

24d ago44:13

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Scott Simmons, President of the Ontario Craft Brewers Association, as we unravel the complex challenges facing Ontario's craft brewers. Ever wondered why Ontario's craft beer scene isn't thriving as much as its potential suggests? Learn how sky-high taxes and the historical grip of the beer store monopo…

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Episode #188: Knight Of The Brewers' Paddle with Jennifer Tamse of Beertown | Adjunct Series 3:01:12

8d ago3:01:12

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Offering a gateway destination for new craft beer drinkers is arguably one of the most important things any beer scene can possess, and thankfully Ontario has Beertown. Jen Tamse jumps back on the pod to catch us up on what's been happening with Beertown in the 18 months since she was last on, their epic 12-location tap takeover with Bellwoods, how…

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Episode #187: Oh My Gatos! with Marco Reyna and Tyler Rosenberg of Home State Brewing Co. | Adjunct Series 2:50:18

15d ago2:50:18

2:50:18

Florida is one of our favourite places on the planet, so it's always a treat to discover and chat with a brewery from the Sunshine State. Home State Brewing Co. is based out of Winter Gardens, FL, just outside of Orlando, and they've been knocking out some amazing liquid in their short existence. Marco Reyna and Tyler Rosenberg joined Cee to chat a…

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Beer Riots! Beer History with Brian Alberts 1:00:42

16d ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Brian Alberts is a historian, writer, and consultant specializing in beer history and culture. He connects with Jimmy and tells tales of historic moments that centered around the love of beer!By Heritage Radio Network

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Afternoon Pint Christmas Special - Christmas Stories, Music and More! 21:30

17d ago21:30

21:30

Time to crack open a bottle for this years Holiday Christmas Special. Join Matt & Mike as they get snowed in and tell each other Christmas tales that include the holiday spirit, cold beverages and music! In this episode we tried to imitate when Christmas Specials were aired on the radio. It features an original song from the Afternoon Pint gang (Bi…

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Episode #186: The Speakeasy Brewery with Zack and Dave Heuff of Bad Bones Brewery | Adjunct Series 3:04:27

22d ago3:04:27

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The most hyped new Quebec brewery of 2024 is absolutely Dunham, QC's Bad Bones, and these fellas have quite the origin story. Brothers Zack and Dave joined Cee and Nate to break down how they went from creating their Pourno travel YouTube channel to opening Bad Bones this past August, Zack's horrific and life-changing accident, their unique agreeme…

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Trailer Park Boys - Clips from our Red Carpet interviews for their new movie - Standing On the Shoulders of Kitties! 13:24

28d ago13:24

13:24

We were more than excited to meet the Trailer Park Boys live on the red carpet at the Canadian premiere for their new movie "Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties." in theatres December 6th! This episode is not our typical style of sitting down at the pub, but we did have a couple of Nine Locks Beers in hand as we interviewed the trailer park legend…

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Episode #185: You Could Spend All Day Here with Derek and Courtney Guggenberger of Guggman Haus Brewing Co. | Adjunct Series 2:27:55

29d ago2:27:55

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This past summer, we visited Indianapolis for the first time and thanks to reddit recommendations for the best haze in the city, the only brewery in town we hit was Guggman Haus. We enjoyed it so much that we had to get the folks behind the brewery on the pod! Derek and Courtney joined Cee to chat about their lengthy and rocky journey to opening th…

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Julie Lawrence - Marginalization, Addiction, Recovery & Empowerment. (Coast Newsletter Editor & Founder of DEFY Magazine) 50:51

1M ago50:51

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Julie Lawrence shares her journey from being sidelined in a male-dominated news and magazine editorial world to creating her own platform that champions women's voices. DEFY Magazine is a digital feminist magazine for unapologetic working women. https://defymag.ca/ Julie also is editor for The Coast Daily Newsletter which you can receive daily for …

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Episode #184: Sunshine In A Can with Phil and Gail Winters of GoodLot Farmstead Brewing Co. | Adjunct Series 2:55:06

1M ago2:55:06

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Farm-to-glass breweries are a truly phenomenal experience as a drinker, so it was such a pleasure to chat with some folks who are doing one of the finest in the province. Phil and Gail of GoodLot Farmstead joined Cee and Nate to talk about their journey from leaving the city to buy a farm, starting to grow hops and learn about beer to becoming a fu…

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Travis Lindsay - Why Comedy Means the World to Him (Comedian, Finalist - Canada's got Talent, former writer for This Hour has 22 Minutes) 1:02:29

1M ago1:02:29

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Travis Lindsay is a career comedian that is proud to be doing the thing he loves most. We meet at Garrison Brewing to have a conversation about what it was like being a contestant turned finalist on 2024 Canada's got Talent. Though he didn't take home the grand prize, he was left with some incredible experiences and stories that he will be able to …

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Episode #183: Cowboys & Aliens with Matt and Molly Reynolds of Celestial Beerworks | Adjunct Series 2:55:23

1M ago2:55:23

2:55:23

Discovering new breweries is always super fun, so when Cee stumbled upon Dallas, TX's Celestial Beerworks at our fave WNY store, Brewed & Bottled, thanks to a suggestion from the owner, Chris, he immediately reached out to get them on the pod. Matt and Molly joined Cee to chat about their long craft beer journeys from the 1990s 'til now, how the la…

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Belgian Beers & Inner Circle Beer Tours 1:04:22

1M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

Jimmy sits down for a spirited conversation with Joel shelton of inner circle beer tours, Christa from beer witch Brooklyn, Alan from city swiggers and BR who is a beer expert. Relax as this crew tastes special beers sharing cheers along the way while discussing the detailed aspects of underrepresented tastes of refined beers, the beer industry and…

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Jen Warrington - Helping others realize their career goals and finding the right path for herself ( CEO & Founder of The Warrington Group, Career Accelerator & Career Fuel Podcast) 1:02:57

1M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Have you ever considered how transferable your current skills might be in a different career or industry? Join us at Garrison Brewery as we chat with recruitment advisor and career strategist Jen Warrington. Jen takes us through her inspiring journey of launching her own company, The Warrington Group, her new podcast, Career Fuel and her new Career…

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Anita Kirkbride - Being Flawsome and Helping Businesses with Authenticity (CEO of Twirp Communications, Social Media Strategist) 51:47

2M ago51:47

51:47

Meet Anita Kirkbride, the social media strategist who redefines success by embracing imperfections. Join us as Anita shares her unique "flawsome" philosophy, a blend of accepting flaws while celebrating awesomeness, and how she prefers the anti-hero approach in helping a business. Through her candid storytelling, Anita tells us how staying true to …

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Episode #182: Beer, Barrel & Time with Greg Gnys of Counterpart Brewing | Adjunct Series 3:26:25

2M ago3:26:25

3:26:25

Niagara Falls is home to one of the most versatile breweries in the province, who not only brew killer beer but their taproom experience and food is also top tier. Counterpart was our favourite discovery of 2023, so we were well overdue to catch up. Greg hung out with Cee and Nate to chat about their major Halloween drop for 2024 (7 beers!), their …

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Co-Founder & CEO at Mainstem Malt 44:29

2M ago44:29

44:29

Jimmy sits down with Phil Neumann, an environmental scientist and water resources manager by training with a lifelong passion for landscapes and agriculture, located in Walla Walla Washington. He founded Mainstem Malt in 2015 with his wife Alyssa, as an approach to supporting conservation work on grain farms in the Pacific Northwest through the pow…

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Lenore Zann - Reviving Rogue and X-Men 97, Embracing Diversity, and Life Beyond Voice Acting (Iconic Voice Actress, Former Politician) 37:42

2M ago37:42

37:42

Lenore Zann visits us at Big Leagues Pub and Eatery to tell us about her new memoir 'A Rogues Tale,' available in bookstores now. You can also hear her voice Rogue in the 2024 Disney+ hit X-MEN 97, or see her in the 2024 independent film 'The Madones.' We reminisce about the 90's magic that made the original X-Men show a cultural phenomenon and exp…

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Jon Kizzy, King Tygga and DJ Laton - Hosts of 'Eh! We started a Podcast' - A show for the love of everything hip hop and popular culture 1:20:08

2M ago1:20:08

1:20:08

Jon Kizzy, King Tygga and DJ Laton are Hosts of 'Eh! We started a Podcast' - A show for the love of everything hip hop and popular culture Join us as we go back and talk about some of the earlier days of Nova Scotia's hip-hop culture. We chat about their early days, including performances at local venues like the Pavilion, interactions with artist …

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Ontario Ciders: Woodfolk and Two blokes. 59:15

2M ago59:15

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This Weeks Guests: Martha Lowry of Woodfolk Cider Jenna Boucher of Two Blokes cider, a passionate cider maker who has experience from the hospitality and brewing industry. Damin Sawyer, New York based Hard Cider and Chicken Wing enthusiast & reviewer. PT Sales Manager for Original Sin CiderBy Heritage Radio Network

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Episode #181: You'd Better Bring Your Dog with Colin + Steph VanderMeulen of Dune Hopper | Adjunct Series 3:03:17

2M ago3:03:17

3:03:17

Ontario's Prince Edward County is a region we hype up on the pod regularly, so we were stoked to have the newest brewery in town hang out and crush some brews. Husband and wife team Colin and Steph VanderMeulen joined Cee and Nate to chat about the Dune Hopper story and Colin's history in craft beer, why they try not to fit in but offer something d…

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Elliott Van Dusen - Former RCMP Corporal is now Director of Paranormal Phenomena Research & Investigation (PPRI) Exploring the Unknown 52:04

2M ago52:04

52:04

Seasoned paranormal investigator Elliott Van Dusen joins us for a spine-tingling episode, where he shares tales from his 15-year career with the RCMP. Elliot's stories offer a rare glimpse into the eerie intersections of law enforcement and the paranormal, all while enjoying a Molson exclusive brew at the Old Number Seven. Prepare for a thrilling e…

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Peter Lepeniotis - Director, Animator & Screenwriter shares the joys of directing his recent live action picture Zombietown ( Director of the Nut Job, Animator for Toy Story 2, Casper & more) 36:54

2M ago36:54

36:54

Peter Lepeniotis takes us through his career from the world of animation to the thrills of live-action filmmaking. Ever wondered how a director can transition from working on classics like Toy Story 2 and Casper to crafting a family friendly zombie movie? Grab a drink and join us as Peter reveals the creative challenges and innovative strategies be…

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Mezcal & Bowl of Zole 1:03:33

2M ago1:03:33

1:03:33

On this Episode, Jimmy Carbone has a "Spirited" conversation with a special collection of guests! Arik Torren of Lot 1 Brands Courtenay Greenleaf Torren who is a hospitality and cocktail consultant Gabriel Velazquez Zazueta, a Creative & Design Professional with 20+ years of experience in Brand, Design, Culture and much more, as well as the cofound…

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Roxy and Rachel, Co-Founders of The Beer Babes are Empowering Women in the Beer Industry 39:52

2M ago39:52

39:52

Welcome to another edition of Craft Beers Across Canada! This week we actually cover two locations, Quebec, Canada and beyond our borders in Arizona, USA! Mike and Matt Conrad sit down with Roxy and Rachel, the trailblazing co-founders of the Beer Babes family. Discover their innovative Babe Brew series and how they collaborate with breweries acros…

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Episode #180: A Thing of Beauty: Ontario Fest Bier Roundup | Adjunct Series 2:47:56

3M ago2:47:56

2:47:56

Fall is our favourite beer time of the year, and while in 2023 we did a deep dive into all things pumpkin ales, in 2024, we switched it up and dove super deep into Fest Biers! Cee and Nate picked up every Fest Bier available at the LCBO (the provincial liquor store in Ontario for those outside of the region) and ran through them while getting into …

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Erin Trafford - Launching a Media Business as a New Mom, The Current State of News, CBC and Hot Dogs ( CEO of Story Studio Network ) 1:05:24

3M ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Join us at Great Roads Brewing, for spontaneous conversation over beer and Hot Dogs with CEO of Story Studio Network, Erin Trafford. Erin takes us through her entrepreneurial journey and background that helped her form Story Studio Network (SSN) in 2021. Erin highlights the importance of recognizing the evolving roles of new mothers in the corporat…

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Admiral Maltings & Crisp Malt: Malting Then & Now 1:02:25

3M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

Today we’re talking malt. From historical British styles to the future, Jimmy and Co. trace the practice of malting grains through time! To dive deep into this germinative topic, Jimmy has brought on three experts: Ron Silberstein, Co-Founder and Director of Sales at Admiral Maltings; Tim Decker, Sales and Marketing Manager at Admiral Maltings; and…

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Everybody Loves Corn 57:36

3M ago57:36

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Today we’re talking corn! From American heritage to ancient traditions, historical recipes to the modern barbecue, there’s a lot to shuck and boil down here. Two of Jimmy’s favorite minds weigh in on the subject: Amy Halloran is a flour ambassador, a true grains enthusiast, and a writer and advocate for regional grain systems; Ellie Markovitch is a…

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Tara Thorne - Leaving Journalism for Filmmaking and her movie 'Compulsus,' in theatres October 11th. 34:03

3M ago34:03

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In this 'Morning Coffee Edition' of the Afternoon Pint we meet Tara Thorne, a journalist who left her 19 year career at the Coast and Halifax Examiner to become a filmmaker. We get a bunch of details behind her movie Compulsus, that has already done its festival run and will debut in theatres on October 11th. In this episode Tara reflects on the ev…

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Mini Grimace - Battling Demons, Fighting Depression and Finding Peace through Country & Hip-Hop (Recording Artist, Mental Health Advocate) 39:25

3M ago39:25

39:25

Meet Mini Grimace, the hip-hop artist from Halifax (Sambro, Nova Scotia) who shares the story of his unique moniker & the purple emblem on his chain. Recorded at Station Six Food & Drink in Spryfield, Mini reminisces about his early days writing, recording his first song and some conversation about the golden era of Canadian hip-hop with shoutouts …

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Joe Carrol & Justin Phillips 56:05

3M ago56:05

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Joe Carrol, Justin Phillips and Justin's daughter join Jimmy on this weeks episode! Joe Carroll, an nyc restauranteur and early pioneer of boutique indie beer bar, owner of Spuyten duyvil, Fette Sau and St. Anselms Justin Phillips, Owner of Beer Table, a boutique speciality Beer/bottle store innovated to owning a specialty beer store in grand centr…

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Episode #179: When Galaxy Was Good with Joel Dupras and Simon Normand of Brasserie Sir John | Adjunct Series 2:59:25

3M ago2:59:25

2:59:25

Quebec has been brewing some of the best beer in Canada for a hot minute, and one of the stars of the province is Sir John. Located around 45 minutes north of Montreal in Lachute, Sir John is renowned for their juicy, hazy IPAs and bold, pastry stouts, so we were stoked to finally get the fellas on the podcast. Joel and Simon joined Cee and Nate to…

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You need to go to Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway! 57:31

3M ago57:31

57:31

Jimmy goes on the road with RJ from Amuse News to Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, Having a spirited conversation at the Finger Lakes Cider House to discuss how amazing (and misunderstood) cider wines are, the various wineries, the on-site farm, the local breweries, the gorges- and so much more! Big thanks to Finger lakes cider house, Hosmer Winery, Bet T…

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A Flight of Beers With a Flight of Mayoral Candidates at Great Roads Brewing - Andy Fillmore, Waye Mason, Pam Lovelace, and Zoran Jokic 1:07:12

3M ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Welcome to our 2024 Halifax Mayoral Candidate Special! Recorded at Great Roads Brewing in Lower Sackville. We go through a selection of beers from Great Roads with four of the mayoral candidates for this upcoming Halifax election. We spend the first 5 minutes getting to know each candidate before we take 10 more minutes drawing random questions fro…

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Marc Zirka - Global Journies and insights on Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Change in Business (CEO of Strategy Up Business Consulting) 53:07

3M ago53:07

53:07

Join us at Station Six Food and Drink as we sit down with Marc Zirka, founder of StrategyUp, who shares his journey from Lebanon, Africa and the United States, before finding a home in Nova Scotia, Canada. From Alligators, to the identifying the differences between various countries and cultures, learn how Marc's unique experiences help shaped his …

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Mexico in NYC: I Like Mezcal! 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

This week Jimmy is broadcasting live from Roberta’s with some very talented people to talk about Mexico in NYC. In the studio today are Noah Arenstein from The Cabinet Mezcal Bar in the East Village; Mariana Pelaez, food photographer and former restaurateur in Mexico; and Julia Cuthbertson, owner of Las Chingonas Imports and returning guest. Listen…

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Episode #7: Known For The Glass with Daniel Silva (Zenan Glass) + Adin Wener (Henderson Brewing) | The Business of Beer 3:27:34

4M ago3:27:34

3:27:34

This might be a podcast-first: seven custom-designed and printed glasses just for this episode. Glassware is arguably the most important element of craft beer as it's the actual vessel through which we get to experience it, yet it rarely obtains the shine it so glaringly deserves. Tonight, we fix that. Dan of Zenan, the largest glassware company in…

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Brian Doherty - The Backstory of The Old Triangle, An Iconic Irish Pub In Halifax (Musician, Pub Proprietor, Evans and Doherty) 35:06

4M ago35:06

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There is a pub in Halifax that encapsulates the essence of Irish heritage and heart right in the downtown core. Join us as we have a Guinness with Brian Doherty, the charismatic proprietor of the Old Triangle, as he shares the pub’s rich history, from its humble beginnings to its 24-year standing as a community cornerstone. Hear Brian’s humorous an…

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Dana Jones - aka Pints of PEI Shares Heartfelt Tales of Beer, Passions & Province (Beer Ambassador, Instagram Influencer) 44:39

4M ago44:39

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Join us as we uncover the intrigue behind Prince Edward Island's vibrant brewing culture with our special guest, Dana Jones—better known as Pints of PEI on Instagram. Dana shares his thrilling journey as an ambassador for local breweries and his recent recognition at the Canadian Brewing Awards. Embark on a flavorful journey with us as we reminisce…

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Cider Season Hits the East Coast 1:15:53

4M ago1:15:53

1:15:53

As the temperature drops with the leaves, so too do we fall further into harvest season. And with the harvest comes apples. And with apples… Well, you know where this is going. It’s another juicy cidercast on BSR, with ambassadors from several cider states here to dish out what to expect this cider season. In the studio today is Middletown, CT’s Ro…

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Episode #6: What If The Beer Sucks? with Michael Gray (Gather Brewery & Glassworks) + Alexander Chramow (Lovebird Snack Club) | The Business of Beer 2:58:28

4M ago2:58:28

2:58:28

Independent bottle shops were one of the biggest wins from the pandemic for Ontario craft beer drinkers, and in this latest episode of The Business of Beer, we catch up with two bottle shops x contract breweries that approached it completely differently. Michael of Gather Brewery & Glassworks and Alexander of Lovebird Snack Club joined Cee and Nate…

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Harvest Season and Wet Hop Beers 57:48

4M ago57:48

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How has hop farming evolved over the past decade? Jimmy has brought on a roster of experts to bring us up to speed on the state of hops. On the show today are John Condzella, fourth generation farmer from eastern Long Island and president of the Hop Growers of New York Association; Adam Kryder, executive director of the Hop Growers of New York Asso…

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Tim Houston - From Chartered Accountant to Premier: Revamping Healthcare and Fostering Community Spirit in Nova Scotia (Premier of Nova Scotia) 56:38

4M ago56:38

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Ever wondered what drives a successful chartered accountant to swap spreadsheets for political speeches? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Tim Houston, the Premier of Nova Scotia, where he shares his remarkable journey from a military family upbringing to leading one of Canada's beautiful provinces. Over a few craft beers at the Old Tri…

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Erin Hennessey - The latest on Nova Scotia’s Film Industry, The town of Windsor, Stephen King, Pumpkin Racing, Meryl Streep and more! (Casting Director) 49:51

4M ago49:51

49:51

Join us as we welcome back Erin Hennessey of Hennessey Casting and broadcast from the bustling Schoolhouse Brewery in Windsor, Nova Scotia. Ever wondered what it takes to keep a local film industry thriving? We discuss the critical need for a robust talent pipeline in Nova Scotia to meet the growing demand for actors and crew. Stories from the sout…

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Pils & Love 59:31

4M ago59:31

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Get ready to experience one of the coolest beer events Jimmy has ever been to in his life! We’re talking Pils & Love 2024. A Celebration of Pilsner, the event was held on June 29th and featured more than 50 of the world’s best pilsners. While there, Jimmy caught up with two top lager makers: Todd DiMatteo, owner and brewer at Good Word Brewing & Pu…

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Barb Ayres - Journey through Nova Scotia’s Craft Beer Scene with the Craft Beer Girl (Beer Enthusiast, Social Media Advocate) 1:27:08

4M ago1:27:08

1:27:08

What if your next craft beer could change your perspective on brewing entirely? Join us in this exciting episode of the Afternoon Pint as we sit down with Craft Beer Girl, aka Barb, at the Garrison Oxford Tap Room. Discover how Barb's first taste of Breton Brewing's Black Angus in February 2022 ignited a passion for craft beer, leading her to explo…

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Jacquelyn Miccolis - Blending Art, Community, and Resilience in Entrepreneurship (Founder of Sparkles and Sawdust & Supernova Events, author) 36:25

4M ago36:25

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Ever wondered what it truly means to run a business with a heart? Jacquelyn Miccolis joins us to share her inspiring journey from founding Sparkles and Sawdust, a vibrant art studio, to running her new business Supernova Events while preparing for her eagerly anticipated book launch. Listen as we explore the essence of social enterprises—businesses…

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John Read - Beers in Space Part 2 (Astronomer, Author of 50 Things to see with a Telescope) 55:47

5M ago55:47

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Join us at Garrison's Oxford Tap Room as we sit down with returning guest, astronomer John Reed for an episode brimming with celestial stories and refreshing pints. We kick things off with a chat about our favorite brews – from the summery jazzler to a spicy jalapeno ale – before diving into John's recent adventure in New Brunswick. Hear about the …

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Cask Ale at The Cricket Club 1:01:40

5M ago1:01:40

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In our last episode, Sean Towers from The Seed mentioned running a full cask ale program at The Cricket Club in Cape May, NJ. Naturally, Jimmy had to check it out. Back for this episode are Sean of The Seed Living Beer Project in Atlantic City, and Ryan Brower, former beer editor at Gear Patrol and certified cicerone. Also joining the cask tasting …

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