Episode 519 - Tim Besecker, Twin Elephant Brewing (Little Beer 2025)

March 31, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in Duluth, Georgia, this year for Good Word Brewing’s latest iteration of Little Beer festival. Twin Elephants Founder Tim Besecker joins the program on the morning of Little Beer. Recorded from our favorite booth in the lobby of the Courtyard Marriott, listen in as the fellas again heap praise on this remarkable little fest. Augie and Tim stroll down memory lane, and the beers in the black plastic glasses help everyone get tuned up for the day. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 518 - Little Beer Bound!

March 24, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 518 - Little Beers Bound!

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re headed down to Duluth, Georgia this weekend for Good Word Brewing’s Little Beer 5 festival. Holl, Kennedy, & Casse preview it here with a call for letters and a brief synopsis of what the festival’s all about. We also have a mystery door guest procuded by Casse in real time (spoiler: she’s a repeat guest). Tune in and find out all about it here. Oh! And write us some letters for Little Beer at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com

Cheers!

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Episode 517 - Jason Spaulding, Brewery Vivant & Broad Leaf Brewery

March 18, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 517 - Jason Spaulding, Brewery Vivant & Broad Leaf Brewery

Happy Monday, Thieves! ne last Michigan stop before heading to the airport. We're in a snowy and unplowed Grand Rapids for a fun (albeit Augie hungover) conversation with Jason Spaulding the Founder & CEO of Brewery Vivant and Broad Leaf Brewery. He went deep into the cellar for his black glass choices and it winds up sparking some fun conversations about process, time, and flavor. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 516 - One Well Brewing

March 10, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 516 - One Well Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! High Fives over handshakes is the lesson of this podcast, Thieves. We welcomeTrevor Klimek and Andrew McLean of One Well Brewing on to talk about the beers they are making, creating a welcoming space, and making sure a kick ass kitchen gets the attention it deserves next to the beers. Our big thanks to Discover Kalamazoo for the hospitality over these last few weeks. It's been great to learn about this part of Western Michigan and its breweries. If you have the chance to visit, do it. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 515 - Jake Lohse, Presidential Brewing

March 3, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 515 - Jake Lohse, Presidential Brewing

Happy Monday Thieves and Ale to the Chief, y’all! Our Michigan sojourn continues with Jake Lohse the co-founder of Presidential Brewing Co. From talking about presidentially named beers, to the role of events, hospitality, and making a mark on brewing, Jake gives us insight on what is working for him and his team in this part of the country. Thanks to Discover Kalamazoo for inviting us out, putting us up, and for the hospitality. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 514 - Ted Linabury, Brewery Outré

February 24, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 514 - Ted Linabury, Brewery Outré

Welcome back to Michigan, Thieves. Our visit sponsored by Discover Kalamazoo has us talking with Ted Linabury, the owner and brewer of Brewery Outré a small operation in the shadow of Bell's cafe location. Ted is making some great beers and working to spread the good word of saison to all of the eager drinkers in Western Michigan. Settle in for a fun conversation with a black glass surprise. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 513 - Andy Ferrell, Bell's Brewery

February 17, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 513 - Andy Ferrell, Bell's Brewery

Happy Presidents’ Day, Thieves! Our journey in Kalamazoo, Michigan continues as we welcome Andy Farrell, the brewmaster for Bell's. We go into the history of the storied brand, get insight on Two Hearted and have some unexpected and delightful pours in the black glass. Thanks to Visit Kalamazoo for hosting us on this trip. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 512 - Noah Bissell, Bissell Brothers (Back in Maine)

February 10, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 512 - Noah Bissell, Bissell Brothers (Back in Maine)

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in Portland, Maine, for one last show with repeat guest, Noah Bissell of Bissell Brothers. Bissell Brothers was conceived in November 2011 by brothers Noah and Peter Bissell, in response to Noah’s homebrewing obsession, and Peter’s interest and burgeoning experience in entrepreneurship and marketing. The brothers, who grew up in Milo, a small town in Central Maine, had no experience of any kind in commercial brewing or manufacturing, but they saw a hole in the market, both in types of beer, and ways to sell it, that was untapped in Maine, and spent the next two years on a crash course of personal and professional development to bring their ideas to fruition. The brewery sold its first kegs of The Substance Ale at The Thirsty Pig, where both brothers had worked during the company’s inception, on December 7th, 2013. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 511 - John Liberty, Kalamazoo Show Part Deux

February 3, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 511 - John Liberty, Kalamazoo Show Part Deux

Happy Monday, Thieves! Firmly ensconced in the lobby of the Kalamazoo Home2Suites, our Michigan sojourn continues as Augie and John get the lay of the land from local beer writer, advocate, tour guide, and booster John Liberty.

He gives the fellas (and side guest Fred Bueltmann) all the intel on Kalamazoo Beverage Week and the best places to go, what to drink, and what to eat when in town. The weather app might say -6 but our tones are warm after a few rounds in the black glasses. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 510 - Fred Bueltmann, the Beervangelist

January 27, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 510 - Fred Bueltmann, the Beervangelist

Happy Monday, Thieves! We're kicking off a group of shows from Kalamazoo, Michigan. The local tourism board invited John and Augie to experience the sub-zero temperatures and local beers in advance of the city's Craft Beverage Week.

The Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week runs from February 1 - 8, 2025 and highlights the best in drinks from the area's breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cider producers. We're kicking off this group of shows with long-time Michigan beer evangelist Fred Bueltmann, who spent time working for Bell's, New Holland, and others. He gives us the lay of the land in Michigan.

He's joined by local reporter and beer supporter John Liberty, an ambassador for Craft Beverage week. Liberty will be back as the guest next week.

Thanks to Discover Kalamazoo for hosting us for these shows! Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 509 - John Bonney, Foundation Brewing

January 21, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 509 - John Bonney, Foundation Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! Our Portland, Maine, streak continues this week with John Bonney of Foundation Brewing. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 508 - Jason Perkins, Allagash Brewing Co.

January 13, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 508 - Jason Perkins, Allagash Brewing Co.

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’ve got an old friend on the show this week in Jason Perkins of Allagash Brewing. Jason is the Brewmaster and Vice President of Brewing Operations (encompassing the departments of Warehouse/Supply Chain, Production, Packaging and Quality) at Allagash and has been a part of Allagash since 1999. He currently sits on the board of the Brewers Association, American Malt & Barley Association, and Allagash Wilderness Waterway Foundation, and is actively involved with the Hop Quality Group. He is the Chair of the Brewers Association's Technical Committee, a former board member of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas-New England as well as the Maine Brewers’ Guild—and is the recipient of the 2016 Russell Schehrer Award for Innovation in Craft Brewing. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 507 - Zach Page and Nick Bonadies, Belleflower Brewing

January 6, 2025 Justin Kennedy

Episode 507 - Zach Page and Nick Bonadies, Belleflower Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in Portland, Maine, this week with Zach and Nick of Belleflower Brewing. A decade ago, Zach Page and Nick Bonadies met as homebrewers who volunteered to help launch Trillium Brewing Company. Zach, who handles a lot of the brewing responsibilities, moved to Maine and worked at Lone Pine Brewing Company where he facilitated their expansion. Nick, who now does a lot of marketing, naming, and other managerial responsibilities, stayed in Massachusetts for a while where he coordinated Trillium's expansion projects. Eventually they got back together professionally and brought their wives Melissa and Katie into the fold, with the four of them opening Belleflower Brewing in 2021. Fun one, so tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 506 - Holidays 2024 with Em Sauter, Pints & Panels

December 30, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 506 - Holidays 2024 with Em Sauter, Pints & Panels

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back with a 2024 Holiday episode with out friend Em Sauter of Pints and Panels! Tune in and hear about Em’s new book and lots more. Make sure to let us know what you think!

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Episode 505 - Suarez Palatine Cleanser with Dan Suarez

December 23, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 505 - Suarez Palatine Cleanser with Dan Suarez

Happy Monday, Thieves! Suarez Family Brewery recently ran a post on their socials that grabbed the attention of both Augie and Holl. Rather than Dry January, why not order a case of beer from a local brewery, drink one beer a day, and recalibrate your senses and relationship with alcohol over the course of the month? (Link to order here.) We got Dan on the line to talk all about this inspirational. As SFB puts it, “The perfect treat for anyone looking to be mindful and exercise moderation - while getting to stop and savor something special. In a culture hell bent on excess and extremes this is an exercise in curiosity and care.” Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 504 - Ryan Dunlap, Argenta Brewing (Portland, Maine 2)

December 16, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 504 - Ryan Dunlap, Argenta Brewing (Portland, Maine 2)

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re back in Portland, Maine, this week with Ryan of Argenta Brewing. Argenta is a brewery and tasting room in West Bayside and Portland, Maine’s only “lager beer saloon!” Ryan Dunlap, owner and operator, is originally from Nevada where the word, Argenta, first inspired him. Argenta was a silver mine in the 1860’s but quickly crumbled and now sits as one of the hundreds of ghost towns in the state. This silver mine was the namesake of Ryan’s college dorm, and thus a beer company was born. “What drives us here at Argenta is very simple: leave it better than you found it. We can all strive to leave everything a little better than how we found it.” Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 503 - Carla Jean Lauter (Portland, Maine)

December 9, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 503 - Carla Jean Lauter (Portland, Maine)

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re off to Portland, Maine, this week for a string of shows. First up is our local guide, Also known as "The Beer Babe," Carla started her craft beer website and blog in 2007, sharing her thoughts on new beers, brewery visits, and "beer adventures." After moving to Portland, Maine several years later, she became deeply immersed in the vibrant Maine beer community, exploring its people, places, and unique stories. Through her writing, Carla has profiled the once-overlooked craft beer scene of New England, offering insights and advice on the region's best and most interesting fermented drinks. She has been a columnist for The Bollard, Portland Press Herald, MaineToday.com, and Beer & Weed Magazine, as well as regularly writing on her own blog. After welcoming a daughter at the end of 2023, Carla has stepped back from beer writing to focus on family life but continues to nurture her love for local craft beer. As always, tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 502 - Wayne Wambles, Griffon & Sphynx Brewing

December 2, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 502 - Wayne Wambles, Griffon & Sphynx Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re catching up with an old friend of the show today. Wayne Wambles was the head brewer at Cigar City Brewing way back when we used to record at Hunahpu's Day (RIP). He’s responsible for some of the most well know beers out there, including the fest’s namesake stout, and has left a significant imprint on the craft beer industry. Fast forward almost a decade and Wayne is now running his own brewery in the hills outside of Asheville, North Carolina. We talk about his journey through multiple Cigar City ownerships and how he came to buy a small brewery to make his own. As always, it’s a good listen with some fun beers in the black glass. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 501 - Julie Disanti & Derek Hunter, Wild Fern Brewing

November 25, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 501 - Julie Disanti & Derek Hunter, Wild Fern Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! We’re keeping it local this week with some new friends from Frenchtown, NJ. Welcome Julie & Derek of Wild Fern Brewing to the show! They’ve barely been open a month but it sounds like they’re doing some cool stuff on the Delaware. We’re already planning an STB bike trip along the banks to visit. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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Episode 500 - Connor Casey, Cellarmaker Brewing

November 18, 2024 Justin Kennedy

Episode 500 - Connor Casey, Cellarmaker Brewing

Happy Monday, Thieves! Episode 500 is here. We had no real plan for this and it kind of snuck up on us, or at least me (Justin), because I made a numbering error a couple months ago that someone noticed and alerted Augie to it. I went back and corrected everything and, lo-and-behold, here we are at 500. It’s with a fun guest, Connor of Cellarmaker, who we’ve been trying to get on the show for many months now, but due to scheduling conflicts and time zone differences, we’re just now making happen. And it’s episode 500, killer! We’re happy Connor is here and we’re happy you are too. Thanks for coming along with us this far. Tune in and let us know what you think!

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